What Happened to BUGSY SIEGEL? Mob, Murder & Las Vegas

[@emmabauer1906]

Sad that there's all those empty vases & then flowers & lipstick kisses for a murderer.

[@jude3882]

Great vlog Jordan. I read a book on Jimmy Stewart. Stewart did not like Ben Siegel and was not afraid to tell him this to his face. Jimmy also tried to warn other famous movie stars like Cary Grant to stay away from him. When people tried to warn Stewart that he could be in danger for bad mouthing Siegel. Stewart stated to tell him to take his best shot.

[@kln58cub]

I would be interested in reading the book you mention on Jimmy Stewart. Has always been a favorite of mine.

[@kln58cub]

Why would Cary Grant be Bugsy's friend? How is it that Jimmy Stewart was so anti Siegel? The history is so fascinating. Ugly but fascinating.

[@davidellis5141]

In the long run , crime doesn't pay. 💀

[@exploringmetaldetecting5989]

thank you so much love your vids you relly get to the story of there life ......jy from uk

[@skyhawk182]

25 years in Vegas, some of it working at the Flamingo, a cat named after Bugsy and I still learned a bunch of new stuff. Your research is so well done and so well presented. Great job as usual! 🎲📸🤠

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thanks bob

[@TuckerSP2011]

Why would anyone leave kisses for such a terrible person?

[@yosoy9803]

Que te valga verga mija

[@grybnyx]

I was thinking the very same thing!

[@wade998]

Women seek predator type A-males. They're wired for it. I bet the clearest lipstick kisses are at least decades old.

[@josephdockemeyer6782]

@@wade998 It fits the theory that women are attracted to the bad boys in the same way that men, of all ages, are naturally attracted to young females (18-24 yrs) of reproductive, childbearing age. It's hardwired...

[@maureenhansen3308]

Wade naw, too much of a generalization. Women are attracted to type A, and gentle types, honest men, capable men, hard wired for wanting trustworthiness and security. Some women with difficult childhoods go for writing prisoners, marrying lifers in prison, bad boys, thugs and leaving lipstick at crypts. Very much in the minority.

[@johnnyjohn2527]

Entertaining and insightful, sir. As detestable as he is reported to be, there would be no Las Vegas as we know it without him. The true arbiter of Vegas nightlife. I remember the Warren Beatty-Annette Bening "Bugsy" movie. Will have to rewatch it. 👍👍

[@billl1127]

I always enjoy when the story ends with these jerks getting taken out. They live their lives taking advantage of everyone and steal peoples money. Good riddance Bugsy.

[@CrazyforTrouble]

And those weak women leaving kiss prints on the crypt, ugh 🙄.

[@serwombles8816]

Agreed ...not sure these types of people are venerated. Bugsy was a homocidal thug and he got the ending that was coming to him

[@serwombles8816]

@Ivan Dalmatinac girls and their bad boys eh? :)

[@patrickspragg4511]

He was a bad ass gangsta

[@tracychiaramonte3276]

Oh crazy you should mention George Raft. I was wondering a couple weeks ago if you knew the story about George Raft and how he was reincarnated into a little boy in oaklahoma or some other state. The show showed dr.’s interview the kid & he knew al sorts of info about George Raft that he had no way of knowing, it was crazy, and so awesome to watch. It showed the house that he had built in lived in I believe it was the corner of Sunset and Roxbury I I can’t remember for sure but I think that was the corner and the parents and the little kid flew out so the kids could see they told him Disneyland but then they also drove him by the house he described that he lived in in his other life and when they took the kids by their first he didn’t recognize it but they were remodeling it but it was Kind of creepy but so amazingly interesting I totally believe in reincarnation now after watching this it was a show called the unexplained

[@Rusmiester]

The Film Bugsy starring Warren Beatty is a definitely worth watching.

[@maryellenshock]

I agree! Excellent movie,!😊

[@MICHELLE-gu2qc]

Wonderful vlog Jordan. Jah will be happy chappy now he has new home and the dog parks are open. Hollywood's looks strange being so quiet. I love all the mob stories from the golden age of Hollywood

[@ryaneugenepeck]

Thanks a lot for these videos. Really great for you to keep the history alive for younger generations and to document the current pandemic for posterity. Also, Jewish tradition concerning death involves no embalming, with the body placed jn a plain pine box with holes. Cremation is not encouraged.

[@lilakazama1454]

Great show.! I thought cremation was forbidden in Jewish funeral rituals.🤔

[@mistersurrealist]

I hate cremation. Our bodies should be preserved, not incinerated.

[@juliet5114]

It is👍.

[@unclenelvis]

@@mistersurrealist Best not to get cremated then. I hate the idea of my blood being pimped out and chemicals pumped in and my abdomen being stabbed with a trocar to aspirate the contents. And I hate the idea of my jaw being sewn shut and contact lenses with spikes inserted to keep my eyes shut so I'm not going to do that.

[@mistersurrealist]

@@unclenelvis Well good for you, I will have my body thoroughly embalmed with the best of chemicals and have it encased in a glass and steel casket. I want to look great in a thousand years. Why? Vanity I guess. I don't really care. Cheers, have a nice day.

[@franklycan1523]

I think it is embalming that is forbidden, not sure about cremation.

[@curvesholladay]

Can anybody tell me who keeps the flowers full at his grave? Jordan said there's always flowers, as there was during the Vlog.

[@lucygu9126]

I became Patreon today! And I’m very happy to helped you to make new great videos! Love Jah! Greetings from Germany!!!

[@douglaseckel765]

Bugsy sure packed in a lot for his 41 years of life. Excellent Vlog as always Jordan!!

[@kathleenhorner9296]

Oh, how sweet to see the Jahster! What an amazing dog. Love your imaginative 'mask' against the scurge! Really appreciate your historical dig on the depths of Bugsy's eventual events that lead to his death. You have such a rich historical video collection of old Hollywood that I find hard pressed to find anywhere else on KZbin. One of a kind. Keep going! Thank you!

[@JaggsJourneys]

Great video! Love your work! Big Fan from Australia! Hey - have riots and looting started in LA now or just peaceful protests? I hope LA is ok and safe, not like Mineaoolis - very sad to see Mineapolis destroyed. Please stay safe! Best regards,.....Shane (Jaggs Journeys)

[@rysaj1]

San Jose California they had a riot .

[@richbsmit]

As a matter of fact, yes. They are protesting in the Beverly/ Fairfax area right now.

[@daisymaefrench4041]

I can't tell you how much I enjoy and look forward to your videos. It lets me hear stories and see places that never in a million years would I see. You are such a nice person and don't ruin your videos with a bunch of unnecessary F-bombs. Thanks again and greetings from Rhode Island.

[@dindog22]

there's a shrine to Bugsy in the courtyard of the Flamingo near the pool.

[@santinabellydance]

Your channel and dearly departed got me through this isolation. Thank you! Kisses to your sweet puppy.

[@staceyrichardson6413]

Good Vlog but I also want to know why people are so weird kissing his crypt. He was a killer, people. Thank you for the story Jordan.

[@TiberiusHumperton]

A dark history, but it sure built a wonderful city. For a note, the El Cortez is still located on Fremont street and the Flamingo is on Las Vegas Blvd. for those who aren't familiar with Vegas. Viva Las Vegas!

[@bessofhardwick9311]

This was really interesting. Thanks for uploading, Jordan.

[@marygossage9191]

A mean, hateful "man" with no morals or respect for himself or others. Hi, Jah and Jordan. Love your work.

[@TheMocao]

There’s a really cool museum in downtown Las Vegas nicknamed “the mob museum” - the actual name is quite long. It’s very fascinating and I was able to purchase a book called Five Families. It’s mostly about Italian mafia, but there is a lot of back story of Irish and Jewish mafia as well.

[@lauragee3365]

Incredible vlog Jordan. You are so thorough and interesting when it's over I'm bummed lol 😅 loved it !

[@colleenleigh8227]

It is so fascinating to me that people are still worshiping someone such as Bugsy Siegel to this day. Even gone he is remembered as a celebrity of his time rather a dangerous gangster. It also blows my mind the need for someone to comment on your windshield! Love the stuff you find and you tell it well, Jordan! Thank you!!!

[@lindachavezw...246]

I really enjoyed the vlog Jordan! You never disappoint!!

[@rcharlton1973]

Love that Waylon Jennings face mask. Super cool brother. 😎

[@coolcheapcards]

Wasn’t Moe Green from The Godfather based on him as well?

[@jameskennedy4377]

Yes. Also, Hyman Roth in Part II is based on Meyer Lansky and his lecture to Michael about the beginnings of Vegas and Moe Greene is another reference to Bugsy S.

[@larrysimpson6135]

Make sure you wear your mask, you wouldn't want to infect the deceased 😄😄😄😃🤣

[@nicktrainor3331]

Loved this vlog! I am always intrigued by your celebrity bios and enjoy them so much. I hope your new place brings you and Jah - Joy!

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

I grew up in the SF Valley Granada Hills and lived in Hollywood for many years working in the entertainment industry. I've gotta admit that I've been peeking at Hollywood through you and your camera for the last year or so and it's been lots of fun!! I live in Mexico now but was working live shows in San Diego next door with the Union until this Covid event took place. Gonna miss you being in Hollywood but you gotta live your life.. You still shoulda asked my permission tho!! Thanks for the great videos. You really do your homework!!

[@robertmedina6084]

Can’t stop watching your shorts Jordan you rock my friend! I’m more fascinated by these tales than actually meeting a real movie star... we need to pinch one another for being weirdos! Love you man!

[@BoomerBlogging]

To me - for a number of architectural reasons - this property has always represented the quintessential Beverly Hills/Hollywood/California mansion. Every single time I get to SoCal I feel compelled to drive by this spot. In full honesty it has very little to do with its history - there is just something about the architectural lines, landscaping, and location that ticks all the boxes?

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

I agree.. it is an amazingly designed house!

[@Gang155]

I always stay at The Flamingo in Vegas and has no idea about the history. This was an interesting and informative vlog that had my attention. Wonderful job!

[@robstravelsadventures]

A stone pillar, bearing a plaque with his details, stands behind the resort's flamingo habitat and waterfalls, across the lawn from the Garden Chapel. I have never seen it in person, but you can look online or maybe ask someone next time you are there.

[@luquezada1049]

My family and I stayed at the Flamingo years ago. I think our hotel room was haunted. No joke. that place is cool but eery. the flamingos 🦩 are great 💓

[@Chutney1luv]

Wow Jordan! I've heard about Bugsy, all of my life! I knew that he was a friend of George Raft; but did not know that he did "Shake Downs at 10 years old!" Also, I did not know that he lead a double life, with his family and Virginia Hill! She had to have had some cold water running in her veins! Her home was beautiful! If walls could talk! Also I saw a picture of his demise, on the inside of that home! Thank you for a thorough vlog! One of your best! ⭐🎬⭐

[@CJ-cx6lu]

Cremation is forbidden in jewish burial. I think generally there is no embalming, similar to Islamic burial. Cremation is usually associated with Hinduism

[@magz98610]

Why do you think he was cremated

[@brianlebaron2123]

Jordan, The term was " bughouse " meaning crazy. It was a 1920s term. Benjamin Hyman seigelbaum

[@raisingphoenix3374]

Your such a good doggie parent!! Where are you moving to? Stay safe Jah and Jordan!! 💜❤

[@marianapgar4409]

My grandfather was a piano player/lyricist/voiceover actor/radio announcer in Hollywood and when my father went to see him at the piano bar, he sat down with his father with Bugsy Siegel and Virginia Hill to have dinner together. Bugsy and my grandfather knew one another. One of Siegel's guys, Mickey Cohen, had a wife named Yvonne, and she attended my grandfather's stepdaughter's wedding.

[@valeehill]

Jordan, an interesting presentation of the history of these people. I grew up with many references being made to THIS Virginia Hill, as that is also MY name. I’m new to your channel but I think I have already watched most of your vlogs. I hope you and Jah are both settled into your new home and enjoying it. Thank you for entertaining and enlightening us, particularly during this time of self-isolating.

[@williamhaggard451]

Sure, he dreamed of Pink Flamingo hotel/casino in Las Vegas story unfold in Bugsy with Warren Beauty 91 film ...

[@jetknight5051]

Wear a mask in a cemetery? ? I think they are already Dead? " its not they can catch anything now. ..

[@millicentloveapple3578]

Yeah you’re so smart

[@noahbolin2023]

Jewish people actually don't get cremation that's very rare they also don't usually get embalmed

[@jasonmcgovern1364]

Hi Jordan, well, that has made my day, I'm so pleased that the dog parks have re-opened and Jah can see his buddies again. I wonder if Louis B Mayer and the other bosses at MGM knew about what was going on in their studios. I am surprised that Cary Grant was friends with Bugsy. Great vlog Jordan.

[@Lisa-hn3hz]

They interveiwed his oldest daughter, she didnt know much about what he did. The movie BUGSY she said it was wrong. So where did you get the info.

[@murphy1384]

Rumor is Bugsy called it the Flamingo after Virginia Hill. Bugsy said she had long legs like a "Flamingo"....his nickname for her. Alao, it is said to have been Moe's wife, Bee's lover that klled Siegel for coming on to Bee. Moose was also Bee's husband after Moe died.

[@fantasticfamily5004]

Very interesting! Great association with many of Hollywood, and Vegas !

[@davidoman]

You gonna be coming on up to visit the Oman House???

[@dazzlingchick]

💋Great vlog as always. I remember one of your earlier vlogs talking about him. I am glad you done such an in depth vlog. Blessings in your new apt. Also to You, Amy and Jah. ~Love&Light💖Carli

[@joshuawaltz9484]

Great vlog Jordan. Always loved the Bugsy Seigel story. Never seen the house before. Awesome stuff.

[@bucklebunny6661]

Thank You Jordan for sharing, Your a Great Story Teller . And very respectful . Loves to Jah from Colorado 😘♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@marianng3920]

That is one crazy story - really enjoyed it. Thanks Jordan!

[@cjroby8807]

i just was in the el cortez a few weeks ago and all i gotta say is Bugsy would snap if he seen the state of that casino today ! id say on the floor alone there was 500 of not working slots !

[@tinaceja4757]

I just watched a docuseries on Murder Inc. on amazon it was so good. your vlog is great I used to read alot of books on the subject and you still had some facts I haven't heard before. stay safe

[@navyskaterdude]

You left us So Curious what the next chapter of "Daze with Jordan the Lion" will be! Cant wait to see! Safe Travels to You and Jah❤

[@randyliske713]

Didn't Bugsy Kill Thelma Todd - "Hot Tofdy" ????

[@Lisa-hn3hz]

Thelma Todd died in a garage inside of her car. She was very drunk. I saw it online about how she died.

[@lorih2924]

Great vlog. Knew a little bit about Bugsy before. Learned a lot about him today from you. Never knew how he got his nickname. I always thought he was killed in Las Vegas. Thank you for telling us about him. You got out of LA just in time. A lot of rioting going on last night. Hope you and Jah are enjoying your new home. Hope it’s in a safe neighborhood. Be safe. God bless you and Jah and watch over and continue to keep you safe. 😊

[@davidcole3251]

Hi Jordan and Jah Take Care of Yourself Greetings From Toledo Ohio. Jordan a Friend of Mine On Facebook That I follow Has Seen and Watched Your KZbin Videos he has alot of Connections to Hollywood He is a Game Show Announcer His Name is Randy West!!

[@Thejohnnylove69]

Great episode man! I love that part of Hollywood history. 🙏🏽

[@IsoDean]

Hello Jordan, You have been a source of comfort and an incredible amount of information. I have watched and liked hundreds of your videos this week, while beginning my recovery. Thank you for all your passion and joy with your VLOG. I am entering Rehab tomorrow so I will miss the next 30 days of your videos. It will motivate me to recover quick and complete so I can rejoin you and Jah... Thank you again and don't change a thing

[@missdaisy5736]

Really great video I have never heard the actual true story of what happened to Benjamin Bugsy Siegel how he died or any of the things that you revealed ! Have a great moving day Jordan and I hope it suits you with a good change of environment😎

[@deniseconaway701]

What a story, holy crap Jordan he packed some life into such a young age 41, such a scary and frightening way to live life, why anyone would choose to live that way, although the money and the power to some people is like a drug, and Vegas was born on the back of crime thankyou really enjoyed the vlog, hope the apartment is working out x

[@fenwaypark1725]

I believe the other theory about who shot him. Ex military man doing a favor, one of Virginia Hills marine brothers who had that type of military rifles.

[@cavemanbricklayer4008]

I love anything mafia thanks buddy for that vlog

[@ndeep45]

He made the Mob mad for way too long and lived too exorbitantly on there Dime so you know the rest...

[@Heather_Lynn]

That was very interesting and I learned a lot about Bugsy that I did not know before. I always learn so much in your blogs! So glad the dog park was open! It’s so fun to see Jah going there to play and run around with his friends! I’m glad that he is your main focus! He’s an absolutely adorable dog!!

[@singleladyable]

Thanks for taking us along on a tour on Bugsy Siegel.I never knew he was married with a family.I wonder how his wife felt about he running around with Virginia Hill.Ive only heard about Moe a little bit and I think the Moe Green guy in The Godfather was a play on him.I wish you luck with your new place and hope you and Jah get settled in and like it a lot better there.Have a great weekend Jordan.❤️💖🎸

[@stevejauncey3086]

Hi There is an interview with his daughter online.

[@marieoreilly4334]

What a amazing vlog again you are bringing us this great history of times past and the Last Vagus story so interesting love to see it sometime and a sad end for a man who had such power and lived a violent life dried in that way and the death of his girlfriend also Great to see the parks open again for Jah Sending lots of Love and Best Wishes Jordan and Amy and kisses to Jah Marie Dublin Ireland hi to all Lionheart's stay safe Marie

[@peterwhitman5575]

As usual, your on top of your game Jordan with the facts, and trivia. Just another awesome job, loved watching it. Thank you Jordan and Jah... p.s. in these crazy and difficult times were living in your vlogs are enjoyable and entertaining and a little break from the Madness, Thank you guys so much.

[@rollydoucet8909]

Love your vlogs, but why would you want to leave Hollywood?

[@1SeanBond]

We appreciate all your efforts Jordan! That was a excellent job on Bugsy Siegel...you covered alot I never knew! Be safe!🙂✌

[@valmor8431]

Riveting video.Your research is the best.

[@lauriemyers3]

Great vid, Jordan!! One of the theories I heard was that Virginia Hill was the girlfriend of a Chicago mobster named Joe Adonis. The Chicago mob sent her to Hollywood to get close to Bugsy. She actually fell in love with Bugsy and Adonis got jealous and killed him. Virginia Hill was not in the house that night because she knew it was going to happen and they did not want her there. Apparently his nickname for Virginia was “flamingo“ because of her long legs and that’s why he named his first hotel that. The other Theory is the one you talked about regarding the investors being pissed about the time/price of getting the flamingo open. I think it was a personal hit by Adonis.

[@lauraodle5816]

Loved this. Read everything I could way back when about how the Mafia families worked.

[@lizrickaby7329]

Interesting practices, leavings Advil 😂😂😂😂😂

[@footballgeorgiebest]

Well Bugsy, you play with feathers you get your ass tickled.

[@kymkym3347]

🤭😂🤣😂🤣

[@cookingartguy2170]

Saw Bugsy last year at Hollywood Forever!

[@russellwiley2456]

Nice Waylon mask.

[@kellyplumb3561]

My great father always told me, you live by the sword, you die by the sword. The universe has a perfect accounting system. 😇🤔

[@t.macgregor9269]

Great vlog. Good luck on the move

[@lindagerdner4311]

Was that a grand piano in the entranceway? Great video, thank you!!!!

[@deehickman6417]

I was on the Gangster Tour in Chicago and honestly feel your research is much better! Thank you, Jordan! So happy Jah can enjoy the dog park once sgain!

[@denacogswell1068]

Hey Mr Jordan saw ya on adika their pretty rowdy and fun .hope you're lovin your new pad I'm so happy for you and your boy . Thanks for the vlog I will be enjoying it later this am. have a day tata miss dena

[@dianebaugher3919]

How long does it take to get a postcard after joining Patreon?

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Depends on when you joined. After the first, you dont get it til the following month

[@dianebaugher3919]

@@DazewithJordantheLion Ok it was a few months ago

[@mr.nibbles2369]

Congrats on the new apartment!!! Sorry about the lockdown extension

[@rysaj1]

not saying what the mob has done and still doing is right. But boy do they make life interesting. TFS.

[@ralphalessandra2604]

Hollywood will most certainly miss you.

[@tanyanewman55]

Great vlog, as usual. Btw, my mom has that Elvis velvet picture too.

[@laurastrobel718]

Thanks Jordan This most surprising fact here is that Bugsy started his life of crime at such a young age Love the Waylon scarf Hope you and Jah have a great weekend🎆

[@deebrown6160]

I've always had a fasination with the mob. I always found Bugsy's story interesting. Thank you for sharing!❤🐶

[@lauriealexander5857]

Aww good luck with everything!!! You are the best❤❤❤❤

[@mwhitehall889]

Jordan, Stay safe, healthy and happy. You will be fine. I will keep you in prayer. Thanks. Blessings. Franny P. 🤗

[@bobwallace9814]

The Virginia Hill story is a great one too.

[@SallyGH2020]

Thank you for the great vlogs! I just saw the Doris Day video, and it was wonderful! My dad was a dental technician starting in the 50's, and he knew the man who did Doris Day's teeth! He loved Doris Day as a teenager. Nate and Al is regularly frequented by Carl Reiner and Mel Brooks - they eat dinner a lot together. I bought a book Carl Reiner wrote off of his website and asked for it to be autographed to my two boys and I and he actually sent THREE books, each autographed to us. Such wonderful people. Thanks! Much love - stay safe! :)

[@ellennewth6305]

Interesting vlog! What a fascinating man Siegel was! Regardless of his criminal background, he was one of the first to see what Las Vegas could become. Thanks for sharing his story, Jordan!

[@conniefeltman3189]

Really enjoyed your vlog about Bugsy. Saw the movie about him and his life and death.🌹