At Home with The Gabels

[@lemorab1]

I grew up watching "What's My Line" in its original form, moderated by John Charles Daly. Thank you for this! It brings back some happy memories of my childhood in that era.

[@4seeableTV]

What's My Line was a little before my time to be able to watch it on TV live, but I discovered it on KZbin. And it's one of the best things I've found on KZbin to occupy my time.

[@gnirolnamlerf593]

He was a Tony-award winning actor, somewhat more prolific but less successful as a Broadway producer. She was one of the wittiest and sympathetic personalities on TV. When anyone puts down someone known as a "TV personality," remind them of Miss Francis. I remember her, though it's not listed as a credit of hers at IMDB, as the host of _Amahl and the Night Visitors_ on several years of its annual broadcast. I remember her long-running radio interview show. And, of course, _What's My Line?_ Sadly, Peter Gabel died nearly two years ago.

[@4seeableTV]

@@gnirolnamlerf593 That's very well said. Thanks for your input.

[@thezmanchar]

I was so sad to hear that Peter Passed away. He was quite distinguished as a professor, and very highly spoken of, by his student and faculty.

[@casandracool1475]

Loved them! Such a quintessential 40s / 50s couple !

[@4seeableTV]

Indeed

[@albertseabra9226]

They appeared to be nice, decent people. Well before my time. Just came across the "What's my line Show" a few months ago. Most of the .mistery challangers were total unkown to me. The show featuring Salvador Dali (watched it yoday) was highly interesting. He was quite a character -- even had a book published by Bennett Ceft. In sum, I became a adicted to the show.

[@4seeableTV]

@@albertseabra9226 up until a few years ago, I had never watched an episode of What's My Line. I was watching a compilation of funny game show answers, and there were a few clips from WML. So then I watched some full WML episodes. That's all it took for me to get hooked on the show and the people.

[@donreed]

05/15/24: Arlene loved life. God rest her soul.

[@kevincurtis6550]

Peter was a mystery guest on What’s My Line. First time I have seen Martin without his glasses on.

[@cherylroumillat3660]

Precious Memories Sweetheart's Family..⚘🎚

[@Joyscrush71]

She always wore that heart necklace😀

[@4seeableTV]

@@Joyscrush71 That's right. It looked good on her

[@beatricepeter995]

Thank you for sharing

[@4seeableTV]

Thank you for the comment

[@aproverbshome173]

They loved their son.

[@4seeableTV]

They sure did ♥

[@wardarcade7452]

Absolutely! It should be noted that Miss Francis bore Peter when she was almost forty- back then a rather advanced and risky age for a mother to have a child. Thankfully, both mother and child were healthy and he was brilliant from Day One. Professor Gabel lived to 75 until his 2022 passing -leaving a surviving son.

[@pamtebelman2321]

Nice music, who's playing?

[@4seeableTV]

The track was included in a royalty-free package I bought awhile back. There seems to be a bit of mystery surrounding who composed it, as mentioned in the comments in this video about the song. Either way, it's very pleasant and works well with the pictures. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqnJhn2niM2eg9U

[@jpwrn]

The main theme is "I've Never Been in Love Before", by Frank Loesser (written for "Guys and Dolls") There are also quotes from the bridge of "You Make Me Feel So Young", by Mack Gordon (written for "Three Little Girls in Blue")@@4seeableTV

[@RonGerstein]

I want videos !!!!!!!!!!!

[@melianna999]

Even if you receive gift of 93 years ---one day you have to go back to heavenly FATHER's Home

[@davidcattin7006]

Nope

[@miketheyunggod2534]

Is that their son, Clarke?

[@4seeableTV]

😃

[@pwatson5766]

Lol! No their son's name is Peter.

[@robertmarggraf1708]

Is Clarke still in the Navy?.

[@teresahooks3746]

@@robertmarggraf1708 😅😆🤣

[@voiceguy3635]

I never would have guessed a girl like Miss Francis would go for a guy who looked like Martin Gabel.

[@4seeableTV]

He certainly hit the lottery with her. I guess she saw things in him that appealed to her.

[@aileen694]

​@@4seeableTV and voiceguy3635, Good Grief! In many comments sections made on "What's My Line" shows, that same mindset was often expressed, but not by women! Martin Gabel's appeal was his energy- both mental and physical. Also his numerous professional accomplishments, self confidence, humour, his wonderful voice...he and Miss Francis made a solid, romantic, loving couple. As a woman, I can say Mr. Gabel could park his slippers under my bed anytime! (sorry, Arlene)

[@andrewsharisky7259]

Martin Gabel was Arlene’s second husband.

[@voiceguy3635]

I guess the same thinking applies with the 24 year old cheerleader who thinks 72 year old bill belichik is a catch.

[@richierichpalmer9924]

Beauty is on the hand of the bee holder🎉❤

[@kenowens9021]

He just passed away a short time ago. He was very funny on What's My Line and stumped her both times. Too bad he turned left wing.

[@4seeableTV]

He was allowed to be what he wanted to be, as are we all.

[@kenowens9021]

@@4seeableTV Then he taught his students to be the same. That's a reason why California is practically a leftist state, and how messed up it is. Even hard core democrats are escaping California.

[@stuartehrlich4499]

yeah a loony left winger@@4seeableTV

[@traceya9615]

​@@4seeableTV😂😂 Those comments....like, "Too bad he turned into a mass murderer" 😅. Your reply is very dignified.

[@rogerscalf231]

Too bad trumpCHUMP NOBODY cares what morons think about. Wastes too much time!

[@HarFin123]

So posed and fake it’s cringy.