How Raymond Burr and His Boyfriend Created Their Own Paradise?

[@AgeOfVintage]

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[@martin3203]

Why do you keep using PD photos arbitrarily?

[@johnwilson3606]

Good

[@ritadaniels3175]

I have limited income currently but I DID ENJOY THIS! U provided info that I was NOT aware of?! He spoke with a very closed mouth so seeing some of his smiling pics were GREAT! I WAS AWARE OF HIS SEXUAL ORIENTATION THOUGH...🌟GREAT JOB🌟

[@Lyndy472]

@@martin3203 What does PD mean ?

[@elizabethtyler8929]

Raymond Burr was gay man

[@walterty3627]

The fact that Raymond Burr kept his sexual orientation a secret during his lifetime doesn't detract from the fact that he's a fine actor & a decent person.

[@expromanticart6491]

Read mine please!

[@tomvalveede6808]

@@expromanticart6491 ???

[@expromanticart6491]

@@tomvalveede6808 yes? I just agreed with the comment above! You can look up the ID.

[@sherryhannah498]

@@expromanticart6491 please is unneeded unnecessary unwanted and annoying remember that

[@expromanticart6491]

@@sherryhannah498 ?????

[@NellBelle]

I believe that everyone has the right to their private life being private. He was a good person, support our troops, and was a good actor. The rest is NONE of our business. Just my opinion.

[@aprildenise5437]

AMEN AND AMEN 🙏,

[@jubalcalif9100]

So very true !! What two consenting adults do behind closed doors is no one's business. The late great Mr Burr had a wonderfully caring heart & was beloved by all his co-workers. His kindness & generosity are legendary. Thank you for your thoughtful & insightful comment ! :-)

[@John-Nada]

It's more complicated than that, for example a group that demands its own right to privacy doesn't necessarily respect the right to privacy for others. A group that has preferential treatment might claim discrimination.

[@madeleine9907]

But you are here haha!

[@andywinslow9638]

Thats right. A wonderful human being either way. I don't care. I only hate the title of the videos as it went against his wishes.

[@lindajackson4819]

Raymond Burr to me was the epitome of intelligent class. He carried himself with dignity and presence in all of his roles & personal life. Perry Mason series is classic due to storyline and acting but also fashion. I absolutely love the way Perry and Paul dressed~Their suits hung impeccably showcasing crisp & interesting patterned fabrics and accessories. Lol...cannot leave out the doll Della with her quiet style-belts and shoes. Just the attention to all details makes this one of my top tier shows.

[@7Sandie]

I have walked through the stunning garden in Fiji that was a tribute to him and his love for orchids, it's just beautiful

[@margies735]

I too have been to his garden in Fiji it's just wonderful! He is revered there and did a lot for charity.. I found this narrative disappointing with repetitive emphasis on him being gay instead of the work he did as an actor and philanthropist. Unfortunately many wonderful people were forced to hide their true selves in the past and we can learn from that to become more accepting.

[@7Sandie]

@@margies735 totally agree :)

[@gardensofthegods]

@@margies735 Margie and the other people who have been to his garden and Fiji can you tell me when was the last time you were there ? I never ever heard of those gardens , but would love to go there .

[@margies735]

@@gardensofthegods About 10 years ago, will go back one day soon I hope! 😏

[@snowbird7614]

I loved Perry mason and all his work. He was an excellent actor and a kind man apparently with a great sense of humour. They said he liked playing practical jokes on his fellow actors. His appearance on Jack Benny where Jack was turning him into a comedian was hysterical. He had 25 foster kids

[@markteaney8381]

He wAs a kind good man who cared for others i heard he built a hospital on his island for the people who lived there. That's all that matters he was a class act.

[@conniesparks8033]

He certainly was!

[@danniequesenberry9951]

No that's not all that matters......... those are mostly just material things but any way it will be him and all the rest of us that have to answer for the sins that we commit

[@Az2013ful]

Raymond Burr is my absolute favorite actor. I began watching him when I was a young child. I loved the Perry Mason dramas, but actually, I loved everything I've ever seen him in. Decades ago I learned that he lived with his partner. To me, his personal life has nothing to do with the quality of his acting. He was a quiet, kind, caring, and generous person. It's a shame that back in the day he had to keep his private life a "secret" or most likely lose his career. Today, actors tell us too much about their lives, and do wild things to get attention. I wish every actor was more like Raymond Burr and had some dignity and quality about their life. He was an exceptional person. Perry Mason was wonderful.

[@marionkagen2452]

Bethany Wilson, I wish I could hit 1,000 up votes for your comment! I couldn't have said it better myself! Everything you said is exactly what I was thinking. Thank you so much!!!

[@beantrader4723]

Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, hospitals won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

@@beantrader4723 Raymond Burr was a worthless evil non person. Got it.

[@gloriamoore2816]

I still watches episodes of Perry mason. Raymond burr was a fine and handsome actor.despite of his sexuality. Rest in peace Raymond!

[@mackermaldrill2656]

He was a great actor, and more importantly a great man.

[@garyturner5204]

Agreed! A great man in a difficult time to be famous.

[@beantrader4723]

He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, hospitals won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan. A great man is one who chooses to serve God.

[@manuelrichardson6943]

@@beantrader4723 Amen...truer words not spoken! Keep on preaching the truth of God's Word!

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

@@manuelrichardson6943 Which god? There are thousands.

[@taylorsues6702]

Shouldn't be judged for his sequel orientation he was a wonderful actor and a kind man

[@jameshaney3701]

I sure enjoyed Perry Mason. I really don't know about his personal life, that's his business. I always liked Elton John's music. I guess I always felt, that's more women for me. I'm not in their personal life. I enjoyed their talent at what they did. their personal life is their personal life. I love their talent.

[@veronicaguidry6636]

It was hard for me to see him as a villain but in Rear Window, he scared the bejeeies out of me.

[@Duke_of_Prunes]

One of my favorite movies -- Thelma Ritter, Raymond Burr, Grace Kelly, Jimmy Stewart. One of Hitchcock's best.

[@edithannmontrose6870]

I agree! He was spooky!

[@edithannmontrose6870]

But I loved him as an actor❤️

[@johnbastille5483]

When you see an actor who normally plays "good guys" in an evil role, it has triple the impact because of the contrast and shows their versatility in their craft. Two other examples that spring to mind are Spencer Tracy as Dr Jeckyll's evil half Mr Hyde and Henry Fonda as the killer in "Once Upon a Time in the West".

[@Duke_of_Prunes]

@@johnbastille5483 The Henry Finda example is especially unusual. The director even had him wear contacts to change his signature blue eyes to brown. Fonda was downright evil as "Frank".

[@matildezayas2421]

I love Raymond Burr as Perry Mason, he was a fantastic actor and human being. There is no other law show as powerful and long lasting as his. I remember watching Perry Mason with my parents who loved it. And, now as an adult I have had the pleasure of buy the series on DVD and seeing it from the beginning. I really loved the casts of actors that created a great Law show. Thank you for sharing Mr. Burr's story in my eyes he will always be a wonderful individual. Dr. Zayas

[@beantrader4723]

Being wonderful won't buy anyone a ticket to Heaven. Most people concern themselves with the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, hospitals won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan. A great man is one who chooses to serve God.

[@jamesthomas7405]

I love to watch Perry Mason on METV.

[@PhilMace]

I am so happy for this guy. He found love and a career.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@PhilMace]

@@beantrader4723 and what do you think my little friend. Why hide behind quotations. Be free, find your own path.

[@gerardmackay8909]

@@PhilMace he’s cut and pasted that drivel all over the place. Clearly an incel who couldn’t get laid if his life depended on it

[@deidre1965]

I loved his performance in the Rear Window

[@symbionese2348]

Raymond Burr refused to suck on a cigarette in the "Perry Mason" series. He would hold one, he would have a pack near him on set, he would light one; but when he was forced to act like he was actually smoking one, he would bring it to his lips and then jerk it away contemptuously. (That did not happen often.) All those things were necessary to get the tobacco company to pay for practically the entire production, but Raymond Burr left the dragging on cigarettes to other actors. When I observed that, my admiration for him increased yet again.

[@laurajphillips]

I loved him, he was a fantastic actor,! Don’t care if he was gay!

[@cynthiashepherd7754]

Raymond Burr is my favorite tv actor. Shows always interesting, acting always first rate. I'm glad he was with someone who loved him.

[@expromanticart6491]

His acting should matter to us, not his sexuality!

[@chucksellers8422]

Yea, every actor”s life is acting like different people.

[@beantrader4723]

God made man his brother's keeper. See: "Iron sharpens iron". One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@pfranks75]

What a fascinating character, it is tragic Raymond had to stay closeted. He was just a good man who was kind and generous.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@kyereCat]

Coming out might had ended his acting career if pressure of the public reacted negatively.

[@infiniteawareness2698]

Closeted? Who gives a rats ass what he does in the bedroom with whom? As long as he is not molesting children and his partners are of age who cares who he was with? More people need to keep their privates private.

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

@@beantrader4723 So, gay people are not real humans. Strange that “god” would create something “he” is sending direct to hell. Sadistc.

[@truthseeker1871]

I never would have dreamed that Raymond Burr was a homosexual. I give him a lot of credit for keeping it a secret. Not an easy thing to do. Would have thought there would be at least 4,246, 782 comments on this man. My wonderful loving wife used to watch as many of his shows as she could over the years. I think it was the Perry Mason shows she favored the most.

[@taradiane]

Me, neither! I thought I knew all the rumored ones, but somehow Raymond totally missed me.

[@jamesmiller4184]

This monstrous, murder-hard-hearted hypocritical prejudice, practiced by the 'approved' brand of monosexuality, is fast-headed toward the longing mouth of the wood-chipper of history! Our younger ones are well-onto the rotten con of it, and are having impressively little of it, knowing now the 'standard plan' taught from the first slice of the "unkindest cut," to be the insanity that this mystically-derived heterocentric REPRO-CULT truly is. The never ending heterocentric 50/50 WARRING, waged against Mother Nature within -- this carried-out in the name of supposedly "complying" with Her (as is favoritely-cited by living, arrogant mostly male steroided stinking hypocrisy), is a thing TRULY perverse, speaking of it. As given such damage as done, it really should be no wonder that most of human males have in some form or other, been driven to barely-disguised madness by it! Within or without, Mother Nature assesses Her penalties for countering or ignoring, what she emplaces for rational use within us. It is ONLY a matter of how soon or later, that they are to be EXACTED on deniers! (And, most having no idea as to what it is truly, that so-eats them alive through life!) Actor Burr, by some luck of happenstance, had a mind enabling him to counter all of the mad, cracked-pot Heterocentric hell in which he was 24/7/365, and worked-out this "opposites only please" immersion, to good and profitable end-effect. Most do not, and are teased-out and destroyed by the rotten old CULT in any way it can. Liked or no, the history of it's denying horror campaign, is coming to it's vicious, malcreant career end! Now "truth seeker." YOU might benefit by just a HINT's-worth, as to why YOU "never would have dreamed" of it!

[@lauranardoni5626]

It wasn’t quite a secret if you grew up near Hollywood, I remember in 7th grade the kids all knew he was, it was no big deal! Many parents were employed by the studios back in 1967, one of the biggest employers ! Nothing was really a secret back then, and few cared!

[@MayorMcCheeseStalker]

@@jamesmiller4184 Or you and your ilk could just keep your personal problems private --- instead of loudly imploring the rest of us to view your failures (to control your sexual appetites) as normal. This is the U.S.A., where you have the right to live your life any way you want --- as long as you don't infringe upon my right to disagree with you.

[@MrSirwolf2001]

@@lauranardoni5626 A lot of actors and actresses in Hollywood were either gay, or bi, and most knew someone who was. It's not really Hollywood per se , but rather the type of press that would capitalize on that information. Perry Mason was a well liked and respected, main stream, middle America, favorite character. There were actual PSA's warning young boys about "The Homosexual", showing men prowling around in their cars trying to "pick up" young boys, for a ride in their car. The Military actively court martialed and imprisoned any homosexuals found in the Services. So, it wasn't something that he wanted to get out to main stream middle America.

[@RMagicS]

A little-known fact.....Raymond Burr had a younger brother who was a lumberjack in Canada. His name was Tim.

[@howieduin915]

TeeHee. Puns are the lowest form of humor; so said my English teacher. Wonder how many missed it?

[@normsky5504]

Went missing I believe, though they still call out for him.

[@danielminer3774]

What happened to Tim?

[@lazyferrretwhoever2257]

Oh nooooo. Too painful. Lol

[@davebrown9725]

Sad to say I missed the pun Completely. When I read Robert's comment to my wife, she got it Immediately.

[@yuvegotmale]

was great in Rear Window and A Place In The Sun.....

[@magdatorruellas9122]

My late husband was his twin… tall and handsome with three ft shoulders, people would ask him if he was family. Not a drop of blood. What I liked about this actor was that at the end of the day if he had ten dollars on him then he would feel he did something wrong! In other words, he was a very generous person and helped many go to college.

[@sallygomez8799]

He did have wide shoulders!

[@emmagreen6087]

Those are the kinds of things I'd rather see written about him. Not seedy little "secrets" things. He was a good actor, and a good man.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Oh wow

[@carolc.3905]

Raymond Burr was not a twin.

[@richardvinsen2385]

@@carolc.3905 I think she meant her husband looked just like Raymond Burr.

[@edithannmontrose6870]

I am so greatful that he didn’t allow Hollywood to drag his life through the papers, and stayed faithful. It allowed us to enjoy his acting and characters. Bravo Raymond Burr.

[@Beirut27]

"Hollywood" had no interest in revealing his homosexuality, in contradiction with the toughies he played 😉 .

[@edithannmontrose6870]

I wish we had less information now. I’m especially upset with all the tattoos and careless behaviors. Hepatitis C is transmitted by tattoo needles, and in 20-30 years cirrhosis, cancer and kidney failure

[@tinasoblessed6350]

Raymond Burr was an awesome actor and man,and always carried himself as a gentleman! I believe if he chose to keep his private life private, we should all respect that,even after his passing! 🙏🏽👍🏼👍🏼

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@tzackaria7]

little late for that now

[@JosephSchmidtfan]

@@beantrader4723 "liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him.." You forgot rich men, money lenders, people who wear two types of cloth, people who plant more than one type of seed in their gardens, men who are uncircumcised, people who mix meat and dairy, and men who cut their hair and beards. All forbidden in the Bible. Look it up. Doesn't leave many people to be accepted on the Day of Judgment, does it?

[@patpongmichiko]

Raymond Burr was a passenger of mine (first class) from Nandi-Fiji to Honolulu. I was the first class aisle attendant. Burr was charming, a perfect gentleman, great manners. I enjoyed very much meeting and speaking with him.

[@patriciadunnavant645]

Would have liked to have seen a pic of Benavides. Also wasn't he in an episode or behind the scenes in a few Mason episodes?

[@arlynpage7491]

Sad that Raymond Burr had to “act” off set too; he was a great actor with a Magnificent voice and could run the gamut from menacing to meek.

[@jubalcalif9100]

I certainly have a notion to second that emotion !!

[@MayorMcCheeseStalker]

You're correct about his versatility as an actor, but it isn't sad that he had to "act" off-camera. He chose to live according to his lusts and outside of society's norms. If it bothered him that much, then he simply would have exercised greater control over the temptations which plagued him, instead of bending to them.

[@ayannahoudems88]

No

[@juliannaking4473]

My Mom told me in the late 60s she was a BEARD for him

[@lynneufeld3175]

A beard?

[@juliannaking4473]

@@lynneufeld3175 a pretend girlfriend , so people won't know hes gay

[@scronx]

What a lovely, sensitive account. The revelations near the end about Hedda Hopper etc are ultimate!

[@tomvalveede6808]

When growing up, l felt that Hopper might be gay. It never occurred to me that he could be in love with Raymond Burr. Would have liked to have seen a photo of Benevides, his life-long partner. Amazing life, a grueling TV schedule, he Earned all his salary. A TV great, may he rest in peace. ♥️

[@ellove370]

It sounds like Mr. Raymond Burr was a decent, hardworking & kind man, that's all that matters to me ☺today people tell TOO! Much about their personal lives whether they are with a man or woman, everything need not be exposed in your personal life or it becomes not personal after a while.😒

[@lindajoy8637]

Z

[@ellove370]

@@lindajoy8637 ????

[@beantrader4723]

If you believed that you wouldn't have clicked onto this vid.

[@carriewright2318]

I think we need to remember people for how they treat others not for their sexual lives.

[@lindsaybradley300]

I loved watching Raymond Burr.. he looks so much like my Father. I am sorry that he was not able to live his life openly as a homosexual without having to keep it a secret. He seems like he was a lovely man.

[@creativewriter3887]

Yes.. there was a time when what you did and who you were as a PERSON was far more important than WHO you did are are doing. Nowadays, people are "famous" but have absolutely no substance, talent or even a sense of propriety or goodness.

[@sherryhannah498]

@@creativewriter3887 aaaaaaa stop whining and grow up

[@dpnice7721]

@@sherryhannah498 Was that necessary? Came over as quite nasty.

[@michaelgaynor6866]

@@dpnice7721 ,YES!

[@erraticonteuse]

@@creativewriter3887 Alan Turing might disagree with your assessment of the past. The cops and courts of his day didn't give a damn that he cracked Nazi codes and invented computers. They gave a damn that he had a boyfriend. They castrated him and drove him to suicide for having a boyfriend.

[@sharonashcraft6358]

I think he was Amazing 👏

[@rodrogers7553]

A "private" life is exactly that, PRIVATE!!

[@deborahlangnese7645]

The only person I know of that suffered for being gay is rock Hudson. If he hadn't gotten aids it never ever would have been brought up. Such a talented actor and he gave us so many movies that are rich and entertaining.

[@tinydancer36]

A lot of Hollyweird actors were gay...but coming out would have ruined their careers. My patents never missed Perry Mason but I doubt they would have accepted his sexual preferences.

[@lorireed5291]

Raymond Burr is/was a handsome man.

[@vivianmiller617]

I wanted to see a picture of his long time lover.

[@andywinslow9638]

We don't like that term.

[@donnaadams7620]

The story is interesting, but where does the picture of two men kissing come into it as depicted on you title page? Not necessary.

[@Saucyakld]

He was an amazing actor much loved by my parents.

[@shirleyhoy1194]

I love your channel, very informative, I never knew he was a homosexual,I loved Perry Mason and ironside, he was made for those roles,

[@jmbrinck]

I'm glad you covered this. Raymond Burr was fine human being. Traveled five times to Viet Nam to support the troops and never publicized it like Bob Hope. And he was one of the most charismatic actors I've ever seen in film.

[@gregoryhuggins79]

I watched Perry mason every Saturday night in the 60s that's good enough for me

[@patricezappa-porter5011]

Raymond Burr was an amazing actor and spectacular human being. his sexuality was his business. love is love

[@JamesBrown-ij1px]

A fine actor and man. Let him forever dispel the falsehood that all gay men look and act in stereotypical manner. Burr forever broke that horrible and incorrect stereotype.

[@deborahbranson6053]

I loved Raymond Burr and I thought he was one of the most handsome men in Hollywood those broad shoulders and blue eyes gorgeous and he was a great actor

[@cassandradennis5685]

Raymond was one Gorgeous hunk of a man. I had no idea that he was gay. I was shocked 😲. It's sad that he had to keep his sexuality such a secret. But, that's Hollywood for you. And it's also sad that he had make up all of these fake wives and son. So sad.

[@joanwibberley5302]

the Man was all class

[@lamoon1525]

Anyone who could keep this secret during the McCarthy era, was a real talent. He was a talent. Always a shame to have to keep one's life "private".

[@frankpaya690]

Well after all, Roy Cohen "did"

[@ritadaniels3175]

It MIGHT have helped WAY BACK BEFORE INTERNET that he was originally from B.C. so he could make up a story & people had to REALLY have an interest to validate his STORY or not? He was an EXCELLENT ACTOR & proof of that in his personal life as well with his REALITY being SO DIFFERENT from the SCRIPT he wrote to CONCEAL THE REALITY during McCarthy Era politics?

[@Tenskwatawa4U]

Interesting that the late Roy Cohn endured the same sort of rumors as an assistant to the late Sen. Joseph McCarthy during his hearings on communists in the U.S. Army and in Hollywood... but this time it was HOLLYWOOD spreading the nasty rumors and character assassination about his homosexuality. And, like Raymond Burr, the rumors and innuendoes about Roy Cohn were 100% true. Cohn died of AIDS complications in Bethesda, MD in 1986.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@kimsandra8718]

Good night watching from Guyana for me it does not matter what he was he was a great actor he did it Well in Perry mason

[@rollinstone5217]

That’s the spirit 👍!

[@yvonnesmith2006]

I'm very proud of Raymond burr,I could careless about his preferences.hes an amazing actor.

[@roselyncampisi822]

My mom loved him. He was a good actor. I was to little to watch his series, but my mom watched his series. When it heard the news he was gay, I though that's ok. Back when it was little it was not really talked about. But I think today it is not about his personal life. It is about his acting. I see he has been on a series along time and that is great. I think back in the 1950s and 60s if he came out as gay, his series may have ended. If it is today it is more acepting. I think he was just a great actor. Let their lives be private

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@deborahlangnese7645]

I think he used Natalie wood to cover up his gay ness. But I believe they were friends. Whether or not he had children I don't know. Hopper that played drake loved burr. I could believe it.

[@gretanicholla6617]

He was an amazing actor, love him when I was growing up & still love his movies now. I don’t care about his personal life he was one of Hollywood finest!

[@5455jm]

Well, William Hopper was quite a looker, not surprised he might have had a crush on Raymond.

[@corinnerobinson4949]

I'm old school,,,I always liked Raymond Burr, the way I see it,,that's his private life, I don't care what he did. He was good as Perry Mason and Ironside ,,RIP Mr. Burr...

[@63bplumb]

So the picture of the two guys kissing is in fact Raymond Burr and his boyfriend or just some POS Salacious BS you used as click bate??

[@andywinslow9638]

Not his boyfriend. I'm not sure it was a movie or what

[@jaybee9269]

The latter.

[@57drdlk]

At a time when it was all but impossible to be out, Mr. Burr kept his mouth shut and lived a wonderful life. Kudos to Mr. Burr and hie lover.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@ikeane0]

Couldn't agree more with Terence

[@pamelajordan2890]

It's just sad that they and so many had to hide there sexual orientation.. I mean no one asked "are you heterosexuality". We've come a long way ..yet have a ways to go..☮️❤️

[@widowkeeper4739]

Raymond Burr and I have a startling amount in common. I also love cooking, plants, wine, and collecting seashells. He sounds like someone I would have loved to share dinner and an hour of conversation with. It pains me to know how much effort he was forced to put out to keep himself, his career, and Bob safe. Thank heavens they were not discovered.

[@donaldgordon3991]

Actors and actresses have a profession. Whats the difference of their sexuality preference have any deference about anything

[@widowkeeper4739]

@@donaldgordon3991 Nothing, but I definitely remember the time when it meant your life would be destroyed by the 'moral majority' incapable of any real compassion.

[@tomkellycartoons]

@@widowkeeper4739 Indeed. I’m a 71-year-old gay man. IN MY LIFETIME, I could have been jailed, fired or attacked just for being gay. Not even for being “caught” in an activity, but just for BEING.

[@peaceandlove7824]

@@widowkeeper4739 and “the moral majority”‘ hypocrisy. You know how society works, they show one think, and their private lives are nothing but inmortal.

[@widowkeeper4739]

@@tomkellycartoons I'm only 44 and remember the "Gay Plague" of the '80's and the "Gay Panic Defense" from the '90's. Matthew Shephard would have been 45 today. Scott Amedure (one of the bravest man I've ever seen in my life) would have been 58. I'm still angry. You and your partners deserved so much better. I know I'm in good company when I say we ARE going to carry on the HARD-fought legacy and freedom your generation laid down for us. We're never, ever, going to let this society regress back to what you had to put up with. The 'Moral Majority' can die of their plague of stupidity.

[@lillibet7432]

2 words: REAR WINDOW!

[@2degucitas]

It's too bad he felt he needed to make up a story about a dead wife and child.

[@Pittstopclippings]

There have got to be many more photos to use than the ones you repeat. Plus, once again, merely scattering such photos in no logical order makes little sense.

[@TWOCOWS1]

in the Perry Mason series, he played the role of the most humane, kind hearted, capable and witty person--all in one person. What he liked in his private life, is NO ONE's business.

[@robertreed4299]

What you do in the bedroom with a consenting adult is no one’s business. How you interact with the general public pretty much determines how public interaction will be determined with you!!!

[@vleldaddio210]

In" His Kinda Woman " with Robert Mitchum and Jane Russell I think that was name of the movie ?! He gave all Mitchum could handle in an Intense fight scene really BRUTAL Action jaw to jaw fighting Man it is a Great Scene to watch 👍 RIP to All

[@lesliesauceman8093]

I dont blame him for keeping his sexuality secret back then i just hate he had to do that.

[@aimeereal5122]

I enjoyed his acting. He is entitled to his private life.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@jeremyallennossette6426]

What I miss about old Hollywood is the mystic of their private lives, these actors and entertainers knew how to keep secrets or release information they might have wanted the public to know. I think the only person who remembers this now is Janet Jackson she gets married and no one finds out for like twenty years. We (the public) don't need to know everything!!

[@beantrader4723]

God made man his brother's keeper. See: "Iron sharpens iron". One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@kimnewton1205]

He was right to stay in the closet at that time. God bless his soul. R.I P. Raymond Burr. I watched Perry Mason all the time, with my mother, when I was young. Mom loved the show. So did I.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@eddieconnorton4577]

@@beantrader4723 Are you saying that Satan is Gay? I can't see this myself as he just doesn't give off any vibes of gayness.

[@marilynhull7675]

I still watch Perry Mason,and will for as long as I can get on TV ! I believe the kind of Person You are,Your kindness,your integrity, should be what counts.Jesus said to Love one another as I have Love you ! He never said except gays ! Think about that.

[@greglapointe1311]

Burr was convincing as a chronic womanizer in the film noir classic, The Blue Gardenia, 1953.

[@bronxboy47]

Raymond Burr stayed at the Velvet Cloak Inn in Raleigh, N.C., many years ago while I was pantry chef there. I was tasked with putting together and delivering a complimentary hors d'oeuvre pantry tray for him and his guest. Mr. Burr answered the door in his robe and seated naked on the sofa behind him was a young man I have to assume was his boyfriend. I was surprised. I'd grown up watching him as Perry Mason and it had never occurred to me he might be gay.

[@joshandkaren1970]

So very sad.

[@777poco]

One thing that was not mentioned, Raymond Burr must have been very loyal to his lover as they lived through the scourge of aides

[@surfrescue3232]

Wow so they didn’t employ any servants or help ?! Oh you mean aids .

[@angelsone-five7912]

You seem to be suggesting in your tone that RB should have been more open about himself, why? I have always like him and I am not bothered by his most private life at all. It was his life and a person must always be true to themselves.

[@karenfreshwater2365]

i loved Perry Mason he was awesome & he was a very handsome man my mom had a secret crush on him

[@leeanneyoungman8028]

Lovely story, it seems like he was protecting his private life and his long time friend and partner.. that’s not lying that’s respectful too all that loved him. Thanks for the insight into this mans career.

[@yvonnecousins1951]

Raymond was a great actor and I still watch Perry Mason and Ironside reruns. In his day everything was so much different than they are today...he did what he had to do for the sake of his livelihood. He would he able to be himself today. Raymond will always be beloved and one of my most favorite actors. ❤️💕❤️ May you continue to rest peacefully Raymond. 🙏🏾❤

[@michaelmckenna6464]

Hedda Hopper, who was famous for digging up scandals on celebrities and ruining careers, respected Raymond Burr’s privacy. That says a lot in Raymond Burr’s favor.

[@beantrader4723]

Raymond Burr employed Hedda Hopper's son in his show. That says a lot of why Hedda kept her mouth shut.

[@Vibhuti-xz9tn]

Her son played Paul Drake. (Wm. Hopper). 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Itsfineweerallfine]

What a wonderful video about one of my favorite actors/characters when I was young! Thank you for making this, and blowing my mind with how much there is to know about Raymond! 🙏🏽🥰🤗

[@adrianatavares2345]

Loved him

[@lindsaylovelock5637]

He was a lovely actor and a good man. Perry mason is being shown now, I also remember Ironside and still love watching him. His personal life should be left alone, at least he kept it a secret, good for him.

[@beantrader4723]

One who serves God doesn't hide, it's always the sinner who fears being found out. Most people measure one another with what's on the outside of a human being instead of being concerned about a man's soul. He lived a life that was forbidden by God, who said that liars, thieves, fornicators, adulterers, homosexuals were an abomination to Him because they were not OF him but were OF Satan, threfore none of them would be allowed to dwell with God in eternity. Money, fame, forturne, titles, accolades, kindness, charity work, won't mean a thing in the Day of Judgment. All of us will only have accumulated data of serving God in this lifetime or serving Satan.

[@Kim-mz8co]

My mother was one of the most hateful homophobes I've met. Still intrigues me that Raymond Burr was her favorite TV star and crush as I was growing up. Interesting video.

[@betsybeatty2783]

I would loved to have been a mouse in the corner if/when you told your mother about Mr. Burr. I'm not fond of homophobes, to put it delicately.

[@docfmb1]

Sorry you were raised by someone like that, I was as well.

[@Kim-mz8co]

@@docfmb1 Thank you and best wishes.

[@brentonl2631]

Still a great actor and enjoyed his style, his private life is just that. Thanks for this excellent look at Raymond Burr. Brenton 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@oviddillard2329]

Raymond burr had a heart attack in 1975 in the Azores. At the hospital where I was stationed it was common knowledge that burr was a gay man.i remember he listed his occupation as a business man.he was known by people there as a very nice person. I cannot understand how is lifestyle was kept secret when so many people knew.

[@beantrader4723]

It hadn't been kept a secret. There used to be tell-all hollywood magazines that told everything about everyone. Even had crossword puzzles. lol

[@Vibhuti-xz9tn]

Out of respect🙏🏻

[@beneelohim6322]

I've always liked RB....I have a number of his movies from the 1940's/50's which i watch from time to time. The types of characters he played in his movies stand in stark contrast to his role as Perry Mason, a role that nobody could have played better than him...I have recorded most of the original episodes on DVD and watch some of them whenever the weather is cloudy and rainy. Perry Mason and rainy days seem to go well together for reasons i don't quite understand...lol

[@tonyaleman6938]

I'm disappointed that there is no mention of his role as a U.S. newsman (Raymond Burr) in Tokyo recounts the story of a huge dinosaur roused from the sea by an atomic blast. IE: Godzilla, King of the Monsters!

[@bobkurtz2816]

Raymond Burr rented young men from J Brian and my self while doing 'Ironsides' in San Francisco. He was very private about it and mostly dealt with J. but I did get a question in, asking if he ever thought this would be legal and he gave a one word answer: Someday

[@sharksport01]

My uncle was one of those rented young men in Hollywood in the 60's.

[@allanfuentes9694]

I thought Burr was straight and lived with Della Street 😂

[@robertwalker2052]

He loved the City of Denver, in particular, the State Capitol building. In fact, the former Supreme Court room there is used as the court room in Perry Mason in the 1950's.

[@jeffwalsh6015]

Now when I watch Perry Mason at 11:30pm on MeTV, I'll always be looking for hints!!!

[@williamkeltner5119]

I've probably seen each episode about five or six times now and this is all new to me! Hints? What would you be looking for? His role as Perry is stone-faced and not very animated.

[@Contessa6363]

My mom loved Raymond Burr. She always watched both Perry Mason and Ironsides. He is entitled to a private life just like any of us

[@beantrader4723]

Not so. God made man his brother's keeper. See: "Iron sharpens iron".

[@zoeymckeown3194]

@@beantrader4723 Science and nature designed same-sex love to be commonplace throughout nature. "God" is a manmade religiopolitical construct for purposes of controlling populations.

[@janetmallard4478]

I watched this every week sitting with my grandfather in a big chair next to a potbelly coal burning stove. It was the best time of the week. 10:56

[@medhat4B]

OMG what a horrible documentary that doesn't go anywhere. The title has nothing to do with what you have to say throughout the video, which information was very limited and repetitive. I feel you could have said a lot of good about Raymond Burr. It is obvious that you like to say the word homosexual. It sounded so strange every time you said it. The photos were also repetitive. There are so many more images you could have found, even one of Burr and Robert Benevides. Yes, he often played a villain but the roles he played were so much more than villains. Both Perry Mason and Ironsides were both well received TV programs for several years. In the end you did not tell how Burr and his boyfriend created their own paradise. What a shame.

[@robkunkel8833]

He was also working during the McCarthy era, in the early 50s. Having to deal with Commie hunters was another thing that gay stars had to deal with. Government snooping intrusions were common in those days. He was luckier than many that J Edgar Hoover gave him a pass.

[@leslieperkins2722]

Love is love. Nothing else matters.

[@roberthansen9294]

As a gay man I must compliment you because you told this with compassion empathy. I meet his lover Bob and he was a really charming man and very devoted.

[@prettybuff75]

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲..? Did you guys get to liplock and 𝘥𝘰 𝘪𝘵..?

[@donnamoti6782]

HE WAS A GREAT ACTOR PERIOD❗❗❗