Jim Bailey sings Judy Garland for Charles and Diana 1992

[@campqueen21]

I've always said that only one person and one person could ever sing this song, and that person is Judy Garland. But as I started to watch this it was like Judy was on that stage and not some man in drag. BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO to Jim Bailey

[@WarriorOfWriters]

there are camp impersonations, which are good and fun, but then there are true tributes like Jim Bailey

[@bjay1001]

Bailey does a beautiful job of distilling the essence of the women he impersonates! Great perfomance!

[@stevemacchia5782]

What's truly amazing is he did this on mainstream television in the 1960's, way before a man becoming a woman has now become acceptable. An example of truly honing your craft and wanting to share. Bravo!

[@barbarellagb]

Nailed it. All the movements and nuances are right on. Love his Judy. What a talented human. Thanks for the post.

[@DorisDayFanatic]

I've just found out about him....I can't believe it!! He is seriously the best impersonator that I have ever seen! Ever!!!!

[@robertschacter7733]

Baily evokes not only the most beautiful familiar talent of Judy, he evokes the tremendous experience of the sentiment we always imagined in her very heart. I have to she'd a tear of gratitude for the awesome energy and devoted career Jim has made for us all.

[@Smatterwichu]

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Thanks, Jim, for the memories.

[@GinaMarie1982]

simply fabulous. he doesn't impersonate he becomes these people...it's mind blowing...will always be a fan...love you jim :)

[@elizabethclaiborne6461]

Good god, the voice! The first few lines I was completely fooled, I thought it was Judy intercut w Jim. Astonishing performance.

[@krete85]

Every time I watch this performance, I get tears in my eyes. I'm not very old but I've always loved Judy! The first time I watched Wizard of Oz I was awestruck by her. Her voice was truly once in a lifetime. Such a sad story is hers. So glad that we have Jim to remind us of her power. Such a wonderful tribute to a great artist gone to soon.

[@eviesmail5447]

rob krete I loved her all my life What drew you to her Besides her voice .

[@eviesmail5447]

rob krete you are a very kind sensitive person

[@Quickandwicked]

THANK YOU!!! You are so very very very right! He is NOT a parody...the man pays homage to these women in they way they deserve and not as some punchline to a joke about a man in a dress lip sync hing. It's so wonderful to find other people with my sincere appreciation for this man!

[@dianabeurman9937]

STUNNING!!! GAVE ME GOOSEBUMPS!!

[@phil2u48]

Jim Bailey (1938 -2015). RIP

[@StaunchComic]

Jim is truley talented his Judy Garland is the BEST! Amazing!

[@srobindittrich6599]

His impression of Judy here is spot on. That tremulous vibrato in his voice, just like Judy's, sends goose bumps all over my heart.

[@sreklov]

Jim Bailey is the best Judy besides Judy herself!!!! all thumbs up!!

[@rongross309]

6/2/15 The world has just lost an amazingly talented performer. RIP Jim Bailey

[@joeyconvery2055]

Ron Laurence Gross 👍

[@LizaFan]

He truly inhabited his characters. A brilliant artist. R.I.P. Jim.

[@claudiajadeGrioli69]

what an amazing talent..a movie should be made..

[@littletimes]

Doesn't get better than this!

[@terry112354]

Close your eyes and hear Judy, open your eyes and experience Judy's voice, heart and soul. Thank you Jim for all your years of entertaining us and keeping Judy "alive"!

[@Teezer44]

FORGET ANNE HATHAWAY, THIS GUY SHUD SOOOO BE IN JUDYS UPCOMIN BIOPIC! WOOOW...I CAN NOT BELIEVE THIS IS NOT JUDY GARLAND HERSELF. He has studied her distinctive vocal style right down to the tee, he nails the vibrato which Judy uses sooo soulfully and is her trademark. I now have to see this man live, so that for those of us younger people who never got a chance to experience the iconic Judy herself, will have the next best thing that is the closest experience of watchin the great lady herself.

[@wouldbehero]

Wow. this is so well done, and with a wonderful voice.

[@broadjaychaz]

does it get better than this..really, me thinks not! Jim is an astounishing and rare talent. He actually embraces and prtrays the person rather than mimicing, he is a phenomenon!

[@LiviaScott]

Magnificent! Really astonishing and respectful of Judy - he really inhabits her. Lovely / thanks!

[@jimmyrae]

Who can say Jim Bailey and not say Flawless, He is a Legend! Thank You Jim Bailey!

[@broadwaymac486]

I would LOVE to hear Jim sing "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas". OMG, I would die!

[@MJK1965]

OMG It's just like seeing Judy :'-)

[@lookinup]

Brovo, I have followed JB career since the 70's and he is still the best. continue the Legend.

[@valicitydubua6775]

Jim we miss you. Thank you for keeping judy alive for all of us. Im glad you finally found your rainbow

[@redjupiter2]

I was lucky enough to work at Garbeaus' Dinner Theater in Sacramento when this amazing man came to do a run several tribute shows. The shows all sold out and never was there a dry eye in the house when he would finish! He truly creates the great women he portrays and brings them to life on stage.

[@Dougoulako]

One of the truly great artists

[@Anjohl]

Amazing voice!

[@Jayla60]

Wow -- such talent -- sounds just like Ms. Garland.

[@MuskPumpkin]

I'm in tears... AMAZING!!!!!

[@paulsimpson4155]

He's truly a lovely man too

[@lonniecohen7155]

Brilliant, I remember him performing on Ed Sullivan and all the variety shows of the era.

[@keithmiath]

Great !!! Friggin' amazing !!!

[@charismatic1982]

amazing............

[@hilljayne]

Unbelievable! Brava Jim!!!!!!

[@soundscapenyc]

amazing!

[@mfuzzy]

I'm speechless! WOW!

[@MrBxbreezy]

Im stumbling upon this years later. And it is truly amazing.

[@blueskye6372]

July 2020 listening and Jim still stirs emotion. Rest in Paradise Treasure Talent Jim. 💜🎬📺📽️🎶🎤🌈🧡

[@CalebMeadetman2015]

absolutely amazing!! Perfect!!!

[@jeh500]

R.I.P. Jim Bailey. Great talent.

[@bubbleraver]

I cried watching this, he is an unbelievable talent. Beautiful.

[@oldredgirl]

i saw jim in dallas years ago. it was truely magical.

[@DadBearVic]

RIP Jim....a wonderful talent

[@RandyRobertslive]

RIP Jim. Tell Judy, Peggy, and Phyllis hello!

[@garyrbeck]

You will be fondly remembered.

[@madanonymous]

Rest in peace, Jim! Always admired from afar through KZbin. Really glad I didn't miss it. I discovered him for myself 10 years ago, and have always been a fan. I will always remember his striking performances and it still gives me chills!

[@eviesmail5447]

madanonymous I loved Maude u seem so interesting

[@burffle]

Jim is performing as Judy at The House of Blues Sunday June 29th!

[@mrbriankeith111]

Incredible.

[@shefftop]

Awsome..x

[@MorningGloryD]

Honestly never heard of Jim Bailey before...I just saw an LP on eBay, and thought to hear him sing. Wow! Really good, he has such a strong feminine voice, wild. I'm a girl and his voice is 1000x prettier than mine...totally jealous.

[@karalyeva1985]

I'm in tears.

[@KateAndMePopCulture]

Rest in Peace Jim; you were truly a pioneer in a lost art form usually your own voice

[@broadjaychaz]

omg, omg omg! he is a genius, i do some tributes, but just as fooling around, jim is flawless, fierce, what a mimic talent!

[@1avocat]

Steve!!! Thanks for putting this up!!! Please give Jim our very best and we still are working on getting an ATL gig!!! THis is SOOO mesmerizing

[@paulsimpson4155]

Christopher Duff because he was my friend on Facebook but sadly passed away may 30 th I will miss him for ever !

[@almamatters2471]

bloody brilliant!

[@loureviews]

He is absolutely amazing. Saw him live a few years ago and it was absolutely jaw dropping. Just wow.

[@toddashi]

Rest in peace, Mr. Bailey.

[@dollysbiggestfanCC]

sounds just like Judy

[@1avocat]

Steve - thanks muchly for this posting and our best regards to Jim - we must book him into the "Fox" in Atlanta - Gotta gotta gotta!!!

[@daft-neegesuntheit2393]

Phenomenal!

[@AidanJosephBarry]

RIP Jim Bailey.

[@drhalsall]

I like drag *as drag*, but Jim Bailey is something more. He "channels" Judy. A we are all acolytes of Judyism!

[@brianwebberable]

amazing amazing talent

[@BrummieGal]

omg!!!! i love u !!! xxxxx

[@ronrt86]

damn gurl, u go!!!

[@weltenunder]

...WOW! I need to learn more about this guy! haha

[@cjm608]

omg!!! wow!

[@judyweeks1480]

WOW!

[@darreylhenderson8979]

crazy! !!!!

[@molly1002]

thatr so cool aaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh

[@joeyconvery2055]

❤

[@JoeEde817]

How about a movie? The Jim Bailey Story? Who could play Jim??

[@angelafischettifitness]

I always preferred him singing as himself. I have a hard time with impersonators. He really had a great voice...would have loved more of him as Jim Bailey. Lovely man...

[@scheis123]

I remember seeing him on Ed Sullivan. May he rest in peace.

[@rockne10]

....and he doesn't look like a man in drag.......

[@paulsimpson4155]

Christopher Duff please send message again

[@hilaryapril7043]

If Jim Bailey was alive Judy would have preferred him portraying her !!!

[@pr0n3]

I still can't believe SHE is a HE! great rendition of the song though. I'm impressed.

[@pointelouise]

To call this an impersonation does not do it justice. Sheer artistry.

[@burffle]

Check out his website Jim Bailey Entertainer You'll get all the info there. I HATE PATTI'S TOO!!!

[@nicoleann1519]

Has Liza Minnelli or Lorna Luft seen his show?

[@DJW18]

They have both seen his shows and said it’s like magic, their mother is alive again on stage. Jim sadley passed away aged 77 in 2015

[@georgmock4264]

J

[@TheFiown]

Is he actually singing ?

[@TomLloyd-18]

he sounds more like Judy than . . . well, Judy herself

[@grandcarriage1]

That’s him singing? Not lip syncing? It’s uncanny!

[@Poet2916]

imo, the should've used him as judy garland in the boy from oz....he puts more passion into it..the original girl was just like ladeedee dah I'm gonna sing higher than judy would and sound weird, but I'll just wing it and make Judy look awful

[@williamhouldcroft2884]

thats a man baby