Outlaw Buried Near Movie Stars Ginger Rogers, Gloria Grahame, Fred Astaire

[@jananderson672]

Great memories, Jeff and Sarah. One of my friends worked for awhile at a gift shop in LA and got to meet Fred Astaire He said he was surprised how short he was He was buying candy to hand out to kids for Halloween.

[@jbenziggy]

That is such a wonderful comment! Thanks! I think I will pin it to the top!

[@jananderson672]

@@jbenziggy Thanks very much. Your channel has enriched my history knowledge

[@scottrhoades119]

Love to hear about the lives of those who have go e before us in death! Some stories are inspiring, some sad, but all have life lessons of how we should cherish our love ones, and the time we have here on this earth! Our time is as a vapor… Thanks Jeff!

[@jananderson672]

@@richardbirkenwald811 To a 6' 3" guy he probably looked short.🙂

[@firstthes2811]

I grew up right around the Chatsworth Reservoir from there. You mentioned the Canadian Geese. Prior to the reservoir being drained for work to be done on it and then never to be filled because of damage sustained during the Sylmar earthquake in 1971 we would hear the geese come flying in by the hundreds even sitting in our house watching tv. We would often hear the loud sound of rocket engines being tested at the Rocketdyn facility at the top of Woolsey Cyn which is just minutes from the cemetery as you drive around the reservoir. The explosive ending of the movie Telefon starring Charles Bronson and Lee Remick was filmed just yards from where Woolsey Cyn meets Valley Circle. Years later cancer studies were done at the rocket site because of the concern from all the rocket testing that took place there. The cemetery is on Lassen St. and if you head just a couple blocks up the street you will notice streets like Dale Ct and Trigger Pl named after Roy Rogers wife and horse because he lived right up the street from the cemetery. It's also worth noting that Rogers house ended up being owned by Gene Kilmer who's son is the famous actor Val Kilmer. Val went to Chatsworth High School a few miles away, as did Kevin Spacey and Mare Winningham who graduated from Chatsworth High the same year I did.

[@libertygiveme1987]

You did a WONDERFUL JOB!!!! When you mentioned about how regular people have their Graves visited, yet the Famous don't seem to. Maybe it's because the "FAMOUS" may have cared more for their "CAREERS" than they cared about being a parent. It happens ALL OF THE TIME!!!!

[@im1sinfulman]

THANKS FOR SHARING,

[@gordonholland3040]

Another interesting episode well-done Jeff and Sarah I couldn't imagine the hours of research just to put this one episode together just know it is very appreciated

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you. You are right about that. The research and the planning takes quite a while just to produce a 20 minute video. I am thankful that you acknowledge the effort that it takes because a lot of people don’t realize the amount of time invested to make a quality video!

[@VoklstWestie]

I know Boyd from Jumbo, What a talented man. My Catholic grammar school showed us movies once a year. In 7th grade it was Jumbo. Great "Colorized" film. The Saturday Morning Movies were all about Shirley Temple, Fred Astaire, Old B & W films. I had a great childhood. TV & Old movies were/are my life. Just as good as the books I read. Thank You for bringing all of us their resting spots!

[@skimmer8774]

Gloria Graham was a real heartthrob for me. I loved her acting as well. Thanks for showing her .

[@d.l.l.6578]

You’re a very kind, rational, coherent person. Pleasant to listen to. Thanks.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks for the really nice compliment. I appreciate it. Blessing to you!

[@georgesawtooth]

Fred Astaire's sister really had a subtle beauty to her. Thank you for another professionally made and beautiful video. The memorial park is quite splendid.

[@tillitrueheart971]

Another great vlog, Jeff! I'd never heard of Al Jennings, such a fascinating character. Also, your facts and info are so well narrated. Thank you!!

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks so much! We appreciate your feedback! Glad you liked the narration. I work on improving them!

[@Skidoodle555]

@@jbenziggy I always have to watch History Hunters videos at least twice. Always entertaining, informative, and enjoyable. Getting a picture sent to you by Ginger Rodgers must have been exciting! 👍👍👍

[@claudettedelphis6476]

Yes indeed ☺️ Thank you Sarah and Jeff for our weekly Sunday morning history lesson 🍀 My first time hearing about this very colourful character. You are the Best. Enjoy your weekend 💐🇺🇸

[@marcieconant5559]

I share Sarah's love of animals. We get a lot of Canadian geese here in Indiana. From train robber to prosecuting attorney... I can't even get my head around that. 🤔 And then, back to being an outlaw who ran for Governor? This man was a looney toon! 😂🤣 I loved Ginger Rogers. They say she would practice her dancing until her feet bled! That's real devotion to your art!😁 It's so cool that you have an autographed headshot of Ginger!💕 It's always interesting to see that some celebrities have very modest graves while others have very elaborate ones. Monte Montana...I like how they incorporated the rope to spell out his name on his grave. Steven Boyd...great actor! His death scene in Ben Hur is rather intense! Fred Astaire...you always connect him with Ginger but as you pointed out, he also partnered with his sister Adele.🕺💃 Thank you for raising my awareness of people who I never heard of before.💕As always, thank you.

[@donnalurobbins6206]

Thank you for going to Chatsworth cemetery. Did you know Monte Montana visited elementary schools in the LA area. He came to my school sometime in the late 50`s. He did his rope tricks and brought his horse. The best part. I was able to pet his horse. Monte was great with the kids. I remember his great smile. Thanks again for the great memory. Love the show.

[@jonathanlane5432]

I’ve driven by that cemetery numerous times and have attended two funerals there and had no idea that it was the final resting place of some legendary movie stars. Thanks for the tour.

[@jbenziggy]

You’re welcome, Jonathan! Thanks for joining us on the visit!

[@suzannecrum9702]

Thanks again for another interesting visit.For disabled bodies,like myself that cannot travel and learn of the interesting people you portray.Always very much appreciated!

[@jbenziggy]

I’m happy to know our videos bring you enjoyment! Blessings to you!

[@Late_to_the_party]

Thank you for this great video. Al Jennings lead a fascinating life! I'm surprised Frank and Ginger are in the same cemetery. If I recall, they didn't have the best relationship off screen. And thank you for the history of lesser known celebrities. They deserve to be remembered as well.

[@joycemchristiansen6557]

Never a dull moment. Thank you.

[@xxjswxx]

Interesting visit. Gloria Grahame is one of my favorites. Have a nice day.

[@carlupthegrove262]

Gloria Grahame... one of the best Noir actresses ever.... In A Lonely Place is an awesome movie

[@rhondaz356]

Thank you so much, Jeff and Sarah... This was so interesting. I definitely have heard of some of these legendary people, but not of others.🙏🏼Thank you so much for fleshing them out. I was thinking the same thing about their inconspicuous, graves markers. That first character was certainly colorful! Much appreciation for the research, and traveling involved.👏👏

[@jbenziggy]

Always appreciate hearing from Rhonda Z! I like your phrase “fleshing them out.” We sometimes forget the humanity and life stories of those buried in the ground. I just wish they were more well documented so we could enjoy getting to know them! Al Jennings would have been a character to interview!

[@privatepilot4064]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah! Another Grand Slam!

[@brucecrider2001]

Thanks again Jeff and Sarah enjoyed your hard work warmer in mn today going to get to 50 degrees 😀

[@suz632]

Yay! Your videos have become our Sunday morning show. Thank you to you and your lovely wife for producing quality fascinating history for us to watch! 🙂

[@valmor8080]

Another great video.

[@fountainbiker]

They haven't tried the knot as of yet...

[@suz632]

@@fountainbiker Ooooh! 🙊 ☺️ mybad! They look so comfy together I just assumeddd.....

[@photofire100]

Hey Jeff. I see you guys are back to Southern CA and in my old stomping grounds. I’m in my early 70s now but when I was in grade school, Monte Montana came to all of the local schools with his traveling show. He’d rope animals, teachers and have gunfight reproductions. Being a retired firefighter here in Los Angeles, I used to drive our apparatus past his old ranch where Cal State University now stands. At the N. End of Winnetka Ave., was the old DesiLou home of Lucille and Desi Arnaz. Many of my fellow firefighters are buried here, as well as my wife’s parents. i really loved working at our Chatsworth Fire Station. Many times we would have calls, or see local TV and Movie personalities at the stores or while out making fire prevention inspections or writing brush notices. Several interactions with Roy Rogers and Dale Evans. Thank you for another informative, entertaining and respectful video. I truly admire what you give to the public and your audiences. Stay well. Gary

[@bobblackwellpcs]

Monty Montana used to visit our elementary school in Mentone California in the 60’s. We were always entertained by all his rope tricks and stories. Thanks for another great episode.

[@jbenziggy]

How amazing is that! I met him once in Jamestown or Sonora California. He signed an autograph for me. I remember how short he was.

[@fountainbiker]

Another great Sunday morning coffee break. Amazing that so many stars are buried in that 1 cemetery. Thanks for the history lesson Jeff & Sarah!

[@jbenziggy]

Much appreciated Jerry! Which gravesite was your favorite?

[@fountainbiker]

@@jbenziggy I think the 2 that surprised me were Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. I would have thought they would have more monumental monuments but no, they opted for the less auspicious rememberance like that of the common man. My favorite one was the roper who lassoed President Eisenhower, that took a lot of careful planning!

[@bunnymomjulie6719]

Oakwood...I have never been there. I would love to visit Fred and Ginger. I spent my whole childhood in tap dancing classes and I loved them so very much. Thank you for hiking around and sharing this! Xoxo

[@jbenziggy]

They were talent powerhouses! Thanks for watching!

[@greyghostjay]

I forgot about that cemetery. I went there maybe a couple times when I lived down there. Had no idea of the celebrities buried there. I climbed on those big rocks in the Chatsworth Hills as a child. Great video!!!!

[@charlesroller5844]

I've seen many celebrity grave videos, but have yet to see any go to this cemetery. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to view the final resting place of some really talented people. I found it particularly amazing that Fred and Ginger were both buried in the same cemetery.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Charles! I’m impressed by the variety of interesting folks buried there. I am sure I missed some more!

[@danhutson3460]

It is amazing that some of the most famous Hollywood stars were buried in the most simplest of ways. a plain, flat marker. Once again thank you for sharing & taking us back to long forgotten days. From beautiful Senoia, Georgia.

[@jbenziggy]

Even John Wayne has a very simple marker to the point I had folks tell me that he isn’t buried there.

[@giggles8458]

Thank you for another fantastic tour!

[@lindsaymacpherson8782]

Enjoyed this very much Great history shared Thankyou Jeff and Sarah

[@richardmcleod1930]

These Actors and Actresses entertained me and many, many others for a long, long time. In fact so long it is hard to believe they are no longer with us. We certainly need such people to entertain us these days If such talents exist they are hidden from view.. Thankfully we do have the hundreds of films to watch which will continue to entertain us until our lives come to an end.

[@bradklaatu]

Another really great video. It's somewhat poignant that so many celebrities are idolized and sought after in life and yet forgotten in death. I remember seeing Monte Montana in several Rose Parades back in the day.

[@frankcasey7423]

Loved learning the background and history of all these people. It’s really interesting and sad at the same time because of how time passes by. Great video as always guy’s! Look forward to the next one! Take care now! Frank from Philadelphia, PA.

[@jbenziggy]

Awesome to hear from you again, Frank! Time trots by all of us, even the rich and famous. We appreciate you watching for one day we will also be out of view and forgotten.

[@frankcasey7423]

@@jbenziggy it’s always a pleasure! And yes you are correct. It’s sad but very true! We should enjoy our time with our families, friends and loved ones while we’re here and able to.

[@jimmydee5993]

Always enjoy watching your videos and I want to especially thank you for this one since as you're showing Fred Astaire's grave, my father's is right behind you in the video. Unfortunately he passed at a relatively young age and I have not been able to come out from the east coast to visit him in almost 20 years. As a California native born and raised I really love it when you visit some of the places I never got a chance to. Keep up the great work.

[@jbenziggy]

Oh wow! Talk about a small world! I’m glad you enjoy seeing places that you’ve never been. Sorry to hear about dad passing away so long ago. My grandfather died at age 37 so my dad barely remembers him.

[@mauricestanley6859]

I love these old stars! Thanks, HH!

[@jbenziggy]

Wonderful! Thanks for viewing!

[@jeffreyluna7016]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah. I always enjoy your stories and history of the people that have passed on. Will History remember us?

[@ryanramsey6391]

Remembering people that passed brings them back to life.

[@frankmarullo228]

Good morning Jeff & Sarah , another great video Thank you. You once asked me when the last time I was in California was, well watching you guys , I don't need to go there all I have to do is watch you guys. I learn something on every show you guys put out.. Like Sam Houston's son thank YOU Frank from montana.... PS I hope you read this.......

[@Ravelinn]

Thank you Jeff And Sarah for sharing this episode. Great to always remember the actors and stars that made our childhoods great ..

[@WilliamD.Hazlett-cr4gm]

Just great loved this video all the forever gone entertainers we loved so much and still enjoy their talents preserved for ever on recordings.

[@pamelakern2849]

I really enjoyed everyone's story. This video was so interesting! Thankyou History Hunters 😃😃

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@briangleason5597]

I truly enjoy you're video's. Safe travels.

[@jbenziggy]

I appreciate the praises, Brian!!!

[@victoriawait5153]

Thanks Guys... great adventure

[@reggiehill8051]

Wonderfully done videos of the individuals whom we grew up with through movies and television. Thank you.

[@harveycaldwell2409]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah for this video

[@thmoorer]

A tour well done. I was thinking the same thing about the humble grave markers that adorn the graves of some famous people. I wonder if that was what they'd planned.

[@staceymay2655]

Best 20min of info, Jeff gets better all the time. Thanks tooya

[@martynewell1181]

Thanks for all you do for the fans who wanted to know what become of the stairs that we grew up with

[@ronalddunlap9933]

This is a great video! We buried my grandmother here at Oakwood memorial park in 1974.

[@BILLSCHMIDT49]

Thank You Jeff for all of these fantastic stories about people that have gone before us….. I know there is so much investigation that has to go into each person you put on your channel. Please keep up your amazing work because these stories bring back many memories for a lot of people. 👍👍👍

[@terryeustice5399]

Fred and Ginger in the same graveyard. Had no idea. Thank you for sharing!

[@michaelbruce6190]

Great video, as usual. I've been to this cemetery many times, my ex in-laws are interred here, just up the hill a bit from the little church. Ben Hur is one of my All time favorite movies and when I learned that Stephen Boyd was also there, I made it a point to go over and say hello from time to time, the same with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. One thing you do have to be careful about in that cemetery are rattlesnakes.....they come out at night and curl up on the grave markers that have been in the sun all day to stay warm.....they used to have signs up, but it's been a while since I was last there.

[@vargasfamily282]

Al Jennings is hilarious - each photo looks like he’s got something on his mind. Kind of like Bob Hope. He must have been a great storyteller. I noticed that after his release from prison he got married - you have to see him in that photo. Later in Hollywood, Quannah Parker was in the 1908 film The Bank Robbery with Al Jennings! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What a character!!! Thank you for your research on Al Jennings, Jeff and Sarah.

[@wilsonpicket8505]

Thank you, great as always!

[@gerrymaitland9799]

I remember Monty Montana. He used to visit the grammar schools every year. I saw him a few times at two of the schools that I attended. Great tour, as usual. Thanks for taking us along...

[@jbenziggy]

That is fantastic. I had no idea Montie went to so many schools to share his rope tricks!

[@gerrymaitland9799]

@@jbenziggy He always brought his horse with him. The horse would do tricks too. This was in the early '60s...

[@marciachauvin3890]

Enjoyed this episode. What a surprise to find famous movie stars buried in such simple unassuming graves

[@jbenziggy]

It just goes to show you that they are living human beings just like we are. Some of those graves are quite elaborate. The grave of Al Jolson is particularly spectacular but he is buried in another cemetery.

[@leahreposa4599]

thank you for another great episode~

[@jbthor9032]

That was a good episode Jeff. I knew where Fred Astair and Ginger Roger's were buried. Chatsworth is a beautiful place.

[@melissajensen3166]

Great video Jeff. Thanks.

[@jimeaton805]

Thank You I enjoy these videos

[@murraysmail2857]

Great video. Thank you Jeff

[@johnmcgowanireland695]

Thank you !

[@Hevynly1]

I just saw a film the other day starring Glenn Langan and his wife Adele Jergens. I always loved him in Margie. Quite the dish he was! Nice to see they were buried together. I also like the thought of Fred and Ginger in the same cemetery somehow. Seems fitting. Great episode, as always! :)

[@ktsnider387]

Well done. I love history.

[@barbaralavoie1045]

Very interesting. Thank you. I enjoyed many of these old movies these actors starred in.❤️

[@joehiker5573]

OUTSTANDING... THANK YOU FOR SHARING! =)

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you Joe! Wonderful to hear from you again!

[@allan9603]

Another great video Jeff and Sarah. Thanks! Allan in Wichita

[@webchuck1]

Hello Jeff & Sarah, Happy Sunday🌞 thanks so much for sharing and remembering. Great video. Have a great day.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you Charles!!! Have an awesome day too!

[@dimebagdave77]

Amazing so many greats share the same real estate.thanks for all the top shelf videos/adventures

[@bradkay9538]

Once again another great video, thanks 🙏.

[@kellyfoster6983]

Thank you so much. I love journeying with you and your wife. Always informative and I absolutely adore how Sarah is always trying to woo the wild life.

[@michaelgadbois3187]

The best thing I got out of this episode,was the simplicity of the grave markers. I never understood why some people would have such elaborate gravesites. Seems wasteful to me. Great video.

[@SnuffyB123]

Hi I have enjoyed your video’s’ for some time now but mostly on KZbin on TV. Thank you:)

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Cliff. I know if you watch on TV that you can’t comment so we appreciate you going to another device to do so! We appreciate the encouragement!

[@denisetindall1487]

This is a beautiful cemetery 👍

[@winstonlemaster1693]

Nice stories & video ! Thanks !

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Winston! Happy to know you enjoyed it!

[@johnrambo7630]

This was very enjoyable. It brought to life the people behind the old movie posters and photos. You have a lot of talent, Jeff.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks John!!! I appreciate it!

[@redmccoy1010]

Loved the video. Thanks. 👍

[@judykasper6314]

I really enjoyed your video. I also had a picture of Ginger Rogers from the early 1990's. A relative of my best friend worked for her. Great video!

[@brooksley77]

Wow, Jeff and Sarah, this video Is so packed full of cool stuff, I can’t think of a favorite. But one fact stood out, Quanah Parker was in a movie??!! Gotta love history! Thank you so much for your awesome channel 😊

[@Corgis175]

I loved watching the old movies with Astaire and Rogers.

[@jbenziggy]

She was a beauty and both so talented! Thanks for watching our visit to the Chatsworth cemetery!

[@paulineholmes2542]

Very good documentary, thank you.

[@carlosherrera-nu9ct]

thanks for the video...

[@bsomero10]

Another great historical, informative video...thank You!

[@ewhibs]

Great stuff! I remember Gloria Grahame as sultry singer in "Song of the Thin Man"!

[@joelhurley2678]

A great and Last movie with Fred Astaire was Ghost Story in 1981. A great episode 👏. Thanks 😊!

[@stephengoetsch349]

I grew up in Chatsworth, only about a mile or so away from this cemetery. The church on the grounds was moved there from its location on Topanga Canyon Blvd in Chatsworth, and was the home church of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, who lived in Chatsworth just up the hill from Oakwood Cemetery before they moved to Apple Valley. My family attended that churc until I was four. One of Rogers’ adopted daughters was my reading tutor when I was in first grade. My father, a veterinarian, had the occasion to be called up to the Rogers’ ranch and I got to go with him, a memory I cherish.

[@briannave7326]

Thanks for another interesting video.

[@briancisco1176]

Another GREAT episode!

[@jbenziggy]

I do appreciate the nice compliment, Brian!!! Thank you!!!

[@artgarner5708]

Great stories pics and clips . Well done !

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you, Art! We appreciate the nice compliment. 👍🏼

[@bradkay9538]

Thanks for your video

[@nickbakker6963]

Hi Jeff and Sarah! You have done it again! I so enjoy tagging along with you two on your extremely interesting adventures! I'm already looking forward to your next upload! Thanks again folks! You're the best!!

[@jbenziggy]

Wow! Thanks! That energized us! Blessings, Nick!

[@dannasilva9079]

Jeff you never cease to amaze me! I had never heard of this man until today! What a fascinating story!!

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you Danna! We like bringing old history to light!

[@cwb0051]

Jennings, Sure Had A Colorful Life, Loved this Video, Grat Work!...

[@ltcolumbo9708]

Best written and produced show by a KZbinr. Subscribed

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you for the very generous compliment! You flatter this channel!

[@brendashaw2035]

Loved this video! Great job

[@CharlieBrownandFamily]

Another awesome video Thank you!

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you Charlie! Hope you are doing well in Florida!

[@CharlieBrownandFamily]

@@jbenziggy We had a beautiful day here Blue sky's nice and cool as well Thank you I hope you all are enjoying the weekend as well. Thank you guys for all you do. Much appreciated!

[@lornahardin4563]

What a nice walk back in the lives of these people Jeff & Sarah. I remember several. Mr. Jennings was quite a character.

[@jbenziggy]

Yes old Al would have been a kick to talk to. I bet he was a spunky old character! Thanks for watching Lorna!

[@sside8]

Great video Jeff! I remember as a kid watching old movies of Fred Astaire. A shame of how Gloria Grahame died. I never realized she died at a young age.