Jack Benny on Hollywood Palace - with Sammy Davis Jr. and Liza Minelli (Jan 20, 1968)

Originally aired Jan 20, 1968. This program features:
- Jack Benny (host)
- Liza Minnelli
- Sammy Davis Jr.: dances to "You Got Trouble," a recording by Robert Preston
- Jack Benny and Sammy Davis Jr.: "Fascinating Rhythm," a musical duel with Benny's violin playing against Sammy's dancing and singing.
- Peter and Chris Allen (Australian folk singers)
- Beverly Washburn, Iris Adrian and Peggy Mondo (actresses): Comedy sketch in which they audition a musical act for Benny
- The Rudenko Brothers (jugglers)

[@RonGerstein]

Thank god LIZA MINELLI is still with us (2/4/24).

[@jeffd4463]

There is no one better than Jack Benny. He is Comedy Gold!

[@weloveyounay4794]

Remember my Name he says but how can we ever, ever forget Sammy Davies, Jr.? Sammy is immortal!

[@deborahsimmons5283]

Finally someone stated, Sammy was the best not one of the best. Jack Benny said this that nite. Benny told it like it really was! Bravo to him. Loved him too!

[@Lampshade51]

Jack was 74 years old here. It never ceases to amaze me how wonderful these performers were even into their 70s.

[@RonGerstein]

Jack was 73. He turned 74 on February 14th, 1968, Valentine's Day. This show was broadcast on January 20th, 1968.

[@elviragonzalez4588]

With all the amazing things that the great Sammy Davis Jr could do he was even a greater person and that was the greatest thing about him,may the good Lord bless him forever and ever for all the Love he gave the world

[@johanbrand8601]

I love Jack Benny! Pure class!

[@jamesdill8985]

Liza's reading on Cher's tune proves what a great song-stylist is sopposed to do. I brought me to tears

[@holliedevine7565]

Liza doesn’t just sing she acts, and it’s beautiful

[@rayyanez3527]

LIZA!!! GREAT!! ACTRESS!!!! SINGER!!!!!;;💪. BRAVA!!!!!!👍👍👍

[@cynthialyman2636]

I was born in 1960 and vaguely recall watching these with my mom when they originally aired. Oh, this is so wonderful, with the original commercials and sponsor bumpers included. l can't thank you enough.

[@williamflack5767]

I was born in 1960. This was, we looked forward too. These shows and Artists, were the best.

[@theamazingsushi2850]

The "Smithers Sister" at the end, whose feet always kill her, was Peggy Mondo. She originated the role of Ethel Toffelmeir in the Music Man and reprised the role in the film version. Interesting that Sammy Davis Junior did a number from that film in this show. Peggy was a working actor during the 1960s and 70s appearing frequently as in McHale's Navy. She finally got a spot on the sitcom "To Rome With Love," as Mama Vitale for one season. And I do believe the middle "Smithers Sister" is Iris Adrian.

[@robertbowman984]

The Hollywood Palace was one of the greatest variety shows on the air and was a staple in our house. Having one of the greatest comedians of all time as host is the reason why.

[@hollywoodpalace3308]

Yup, I was saving the best for last! I wanted to make sure I wasn't going to have any major copyright issues before I put up the shows with George Burns and Jack Benny. I'm sorry to say I've already posted all the HP shows I have. I wish I had more!

[@manofmanyinterests]

Thank you. This episode is fantastic!!

[@cresentltd]

The Smither Sisters routine was a segment that Jack had in his stage show for years.

[@sexymama1966]

Thanks..This is a wonderful feast with the original commercials/sponsor tags!!

[@retrobilly1986]

A good rendering of Waltzing Matilda..

[@trevormiles5852]

The art of politeness. when Mr. Benny went for his violin Sammy said.. Is it over there, when Benny was going in wrong direction. I do not know about show biz enough to make some enlightening show biz comment but do know enough about life to know a good man when I see him. Nice job Mr Sammy Davis Jr. lol those sisters made me smile..lol

[@arnefogel3256]

If I'm not mistaken, the middle "Smithers Sister" is Iris Adrian, who appeared many times with Benny and goes all the way back to Laurel and Hardy (Our Relations). She also shows up in some Jerry Lewis pictures in the 60s. Sure sounded and looked like her!

[@davidstroemer8582]

It is

[@helbitkelbit1790]

Jack Benny was doing Saturday Night Live long , long before , so - called Saturday night live

[@RonGerstein]

Jack Benny died (12/26/74) BEFORE Saturday Night Live started in September 1975.

[@helbitkelbit1790]

@@RonGerstein Holy Mackerel dude....Jack Benny was doing SNL like skits.....while those in the SNL cast were still in diapers....

[@RonGerstein]

@@helbitkelbit1790 SNL "skits" were done in the 1900s, 1910s, 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s by other entertainers, even before Jack Benny. Jack Benny did not invent these kinds of "skits".

[@helbitkelbit1790]

@@RonGerstein Ron.......May I call you Ron ?......Are you serious ? A person can't be that dense ......

[@RonGerstein]

@helbitkelbit1790 YOU MUST LOVE TEXTING OR YOU WOULD OF STOPPED DAYS AGO.

[@joeyhelleny2189]

Mike Farrell is the Kool commercial.

[@rodionrebenyar]

The "fella" who was married to Liza Minnelli is Peter Allen (1944-1992). Minnelli claims she did not know he was gay at the time they were married. The documentary (and subsequent musical) "The Boy From Oz" is based on his life and marvelous work.

[@garyrasberryjr.552]

Chad was an excellent songwriter. He co-wrote the Olivia Newton-John hit "I Honestly Love You" and "Don't Cry Out Loud" for Melissa Manchester and shared an Oscar for "Arthur's Theme" with Carole Bayer-Sager, Burt Bacharach and Christopher Cross.

[@Dr.Pepper001]

Peter died of AIDS. Liza seemed to marry just gay guys...like her mother did.

[@eckankar7756]

Iris Adrian the middle singer from the Smithers Sisters act died from complications from an earthquake.

[@allenjones3130]

I'd like to see a You Tube posting of an episode hosted by Bing Crosby and featuring opera singer Mary Costa.

[@BTURNER1961]

Jack Benny could get more laughs per syllable of material in his act than anyone in stand up or radio. Matter of fact the quality of the actual written syllables of material wasn't all that crucial to the number.

[@retrovideofestival]

Saving the best for last I see :) Are these the last you have, or will there be more to follow?- I'm impressed with the selection you've posted.

[@sabrinabrown107]

Great performance by Sammy Davis! Big fan of Jack Benny!! The Smelly Sisters were funny, but I have to go there, people kill me being "All Groovy and thang when they were we'll pass the age of being Groovy"!!! Just a little too old and from another generation to be Groovy, if you know what I mean!

[@char524]

Sammy started the groovy thing at least 10 years before it took off in the ‘60s. Watch some of his earlier work with his Father and Uncle.

[@rr7firefly]

46:00 Now that's entertainment. The Smithers Sisters.

[@LloydAntonyLB]

Sammy lip syncing Robert Preston was the weirdest thing I have ever seen.😮

[@musicfan1935]

you better sit down kids,

[@megatron8461]

I always wondered why cigarette commercials in the 60’s were all about promoting health? I may not have been around then, but these day I was always horrifically deceived.

[@RonGerstein]

You are daft. Would cigarette commercials promote bad things? OF COURSE NOT!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dalebaker9109]

Liza is very young here. But man she sounds like her mum.

[@cherylkoski7184]

No, she doesn't.

[@miles2goto369]

Who doesn;t love a lovely flavoured laxative..... SHIT!!!!!!

[@TheRavenal]

Back when fat shaming was acceptable and encouraged.

[@peterandolph7628]

And how do those doing the fat shaming discern who is lazy and who has hypothyroidism, or some type of metabolic anomaly or arthritic condition? Shouldn’t they interview the people they are insulting before hand? Maybe take a look at their medications, injuries, eating habits and metabolism rates and then make a fair judgement as to whether to insult or not insult? Then they could feel good about insulting others, especially since they themselves couldn’t possibly have and problems, seen or unseen. Or wait.... could it be that insulting other people for any reason might be a much bigger problem of character than any weight problem could ever be?

[@helbitkelbit1790]

And always should be...

[@helbitkelbit1790]

@@peterandolph7628 yeah , people starving in Africa have good metabolism. Don't eat . Won't get fat . Yes , it's that simple

[@waynemarvin5661]

@@peterandolph7628 There is a long tradition of large people cashing in on their size. Have you ever heard of Fatty Arbuckle, Don Wilson, Jackie Gleason, Oliver Hardy, Chris Farley, etc.? Grow up and realize that not every large person expects to be "shamed". You're giving away your age by being offended on someone else's behalf.

[@jadezee6316]

a young peter allen ....before dumping his no talent brother and becoming a star that burnt out to fast....