JOE LONGTHORNE 'THE ROYAL VARIETY PERFORMANCE 1989'

Joe Longthorne performing at 'The Royal Variety Performance 20 November 1989' in the presence of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke Of Edinburgh.
Joe was deeply honoured to be invited to perform, here's his setlist :-
'You Are The Sunshine of My Life'
'I Who Have Nothing'
To All The Girls I've Loved Before'
With his 'guests' in the form of his incredible vocal tributes to
Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Johnny Mathis ,Barry Manilow and Tony Bennett, Shirley Bassey and Tom Jones,Des O"Connor,Julio Iglesias,Max Bygraves and Engelbert Humperdinck.
Closing with the Don Black classic 'If I Never Sing Another Song' , originally performed by Matt Monro, but a song Joe made his own in the late 1980's due to a life or death battle with Leukaemia which would go on to last more than 30 years and sadly end with Joe's passing on 3 August 2019.
Quoting just one line from the song 'You Know My Name' , the world will always remember Joe's name in the world of Music and Entertainment.

[@Murphystar]

I worked with Joe in the 80’s. One night my car wouldn’t start so he got a towing vehicle and towed me to his house. He didn’t know at the time that we were both on Junior Showtime at the same time so we had such a good evening reminiscing. We kept intouch and became very good friends. A humble man. Bless you Joe 🙏😘

[@juv7]

My wife and myself never missed his shows in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 one night in Glasgow he pulled my wife up and sang to her it was the most perfect thing I seen her face shone with delight. He was the greatest entertainer Britain has produced and a perfect and humble gentleman you could ever meet he came up to me after the song and shook my hand and gave me a cuddle. Requiescat in Pace Joe 🙏🌹🙏 your sadly missed to this day

[@stephencollins3655]

You tell me anyone in this world who could pull this off with cancer. I love u my friend. Singing through the hard times. You lived to sing to your followers. We all miss you. Stevie collins & family. Xx rip my friend

[@maggiemalone3540]

Genius.

[@lynnadams3847]

Vocal cords kissed by angels. You are so missed Joe ❤

[@rogerprice7704]

He was a stunning performer his ability to mimic singers and add some comedy too …. He was taken too soon and everyone that worked with him from bands to other artists all say he was such a grounded man and absolutely brilliant to work with showing care for everyone else .

[@SallyHendricks-tm2so]

My mother adored Joe she used to drag me along to see his shows and I’m so very glad she did What a star. Went far too soon. RIP Joe.

[@russellgrant7699]

This wonderful man and supreme entertainer was taken away from us far too early but the gift he has left us is a voice and performance that is beyond compare. Thank you, dear Joe

[@carolgoldfinger6381]

It seems a long time since he passed away. There r not 2 many artists around like Joe anymore.❤️

[@briansandford8863]

Probably the best vocalist we have ever heard .....

[@MrJohnl1964]

Totally underated. The guy was phenomenal

[@michaelmarron8441]

He got an MBE

[@markgillard9430]

Top of the Game xx A true entertainer xx

[@gailsimms2166]

I have a friend who was friends with Joe. He kindly arranged for me n my mum to see his show. I went not knowing what to expect. I left a fan. I was an emotional wreck. His voice was spectacular. It hit you like a tidal wave. A rare talent, under rated for sure but i loved his persona most of all. For such a talent you coukd see how grateful he was people loved him n i think the longest standing ovation ive seen at any live show ive seen. RIP sir. You were a truly god gifted talent. 👏👏👏

[@DavCaz1964]

A God given once in a lifetime talent💛Thank you Joe,for letting us share your magic carpet ride 🌟

[@davieleerio]

Joe was a genius everytime i went to see his shows with my mother he was always breathtaking and mesmerising and such a beautiful soul my mother passed away 10yrs ago who along with myself idolised joe i miss you joe now singing with the angels god bless you rest in peace 🌹🙏🌹🙏🌹🙏🌹🙏

[@stephencollins3655]

Speechless. Wonderfull. I miss him too. X

[@paulnewman4624]

Just a ridiculous talent. Amazing

[@jonathanjohnson2138]

Loved Joe Longhorn, saw him at the north pier in the 80s . Britain's Bob Anderson!!👍♥️♥️

[@davidpaterson1435]

Bob Anderson is America's Joe Longthorne :) .

[@Jim-kb2if]

Sadly this is talent we will never see again...he went too soon xx

[@peterwall4149]

A masterclass in entertainment. There will never be another like Joe. RIP my friend. x

[@jonathanjohnson2138]

I loved Joe Longhorn, saw him at North pier back in the late 80s early 90s what a ledgen! We miss you Joe,God bless!!♥️🙏 Xxxxx.

[@erroneousbatch]

The impressions are unmatched, but, oh, If I Never Sing Another Song was sheer magnificence.

[@shaunbeare4183]

Absolutely the best of the best a true talent

[@randomvidz98]

totally amazing ...RIP Joe

[@kdikarate]

I see Joe on a few occasions and always a absaloute pleasure to listen to him amaze Rip Joe Thank you

[@leetatton1062]

Wow wow wow Singing an impression of someone is one thing but singing it as mind blowingly good vocally as that speechless and the face telling a story each time

[@kurtkeller3034]

Certainly got your moneys worth with Joe. Faultless unique performer and national treasure. He will never be forgotten.

[@paulhardman4640]

He was without question.... Mesmerising.

[@eileenodea8122]

The Master - no ifs or buts- Miss you Joe 💙💙💙💙

[@DavidCook-o3i]

Fantastic singer and impressionist sadly missed R I P joe❤ ❤ ❤

[@rickmathis43]

The greatest artist of a live show. Miss you so much Joe.

[@damouk74]

Such a talent. X

[@philipjones6083]

Absolutely genius

[@thecomingman1591]

Brilliant talent.

[@TheTmny876able]

Fantastic ! to sing matt munro and Shirley takes a hell of a lot and Joe is perfect, thank you.

[@terrywiseman]

An incredible, incredible talent - so sadly missed!!!

[@unclejoe7958]

The end of an era . Not just for Joe , but really the end of those amazing ballads, ballad singers, cabaret, music halls etc. Today’s equivalent we have DJ’s 😂 True talent and entertainment was yesterday. There’s desperation and emotion in that music and voice. The lyrics are filled with love and tenderness. Today’s generation can’t relate to that. Their music is computerised heavy base lines with lyrics filled with how tough, cool and rich they are . Plus the profanities.

[@masonvlogs9874]

The best singer we have ever heard by far god bless you Joe thanks for the memories ❤

[@DavidBrown-qc5nn]

Was lucky to see him live a few times great performer and superb voice. His impersonation of Shirley bassey is quality.

[@leetown1230]

Saw Joe twice O2 and theatre Royal Brighton Outstanding Performer Great loss to the Entertainment industry Bless you Joe We all miss you!!

[@marvinsmith8015]

He is awesome, hitting both singers spot on, Respect in every sense of the word.

[@daveluck5717]

Those high notes of Bassey are spot on ! .. He has all the vocal inflections and patterns.

[@paulm5890]

Dear Joe. We miss you. X

[@jonathanjohnson2138]

Joe Longhorn, what a talent so sadly missed! God bless you Joe you will all we be remembered!!♥️👍 Xxxxx.

[@williamholden7573]

One of our greatest singers.

[@davidwhaite3330]

If i never sing another song...WOW ,

[@layde1]

Amazing. And so handsome.

[@lynnadams3847]

Awww beautiful Joe 💙

[@wistyrivendell1658]

Brilliant....perfection...RIP Joe.

[@tommiller9828]

No other impressionist comes even close,amazing talent and beautiful voice, sadly missed!!

[@Solitaire-MusicCulture]

....What can you say about this man !?!?!! There are no words for this man. No superlatives of any word, vocabulary, term can really and truly do him justice, no word feels right, no vocable is dead-on (and this states a studied linguist!). Every word that I have tried out to describe him, every phrase that I've turned and twisted, upside down and inside out, feels wrong, is inapt. I could write a whole thesis about each of his impersonations and his own, individual singing style, therefore about his character and his life. -- The most powerful expression of all is silence. Genius is beyond definition. Best is to be quiet and tranquil and just listen to this phenomenon Mr. Joe Longthorne. He was so good-looking too, and moved his body so well ! ( He also does a brilliantly fantabulous, super duper freaking excellent Julio - his diction & the accent!! 😂🤣 Killer! - !!! Such a rare imitation included in this gem of a clip as well !) Thank you so much for this ! 🥰🥰💯👍👍👍❤👏👏👏👏👏💖

[@NeilHarding-ne1mh]

Great, great talent and a proud fella from Hull...RIP Joe.

[@mickgriffin4939]

Greatest performance this stage has ever witnessed.. It was truly outstanding!!

[@CraigStaniforth]

That's what you call talent and entertainment. Breathtaking performance. They will never be another Harry Cluttercrutch.

[@williambradbury1919]

As being the same age as Joe and a singer. I followed Joe's career over 30 years. And saw him live many many time's. And bless him when he was so unwell he would still give a performance that was amazing 👏👏👏👏 Thank you Joe for the music. Sleep well 🙏 R.I.P

[@John-wt8bp]

RIP you were a Star

[@markc.2824]

The best....

[@PeoplesPadre]

Absolutely loved this man, the finest talent, the sweetest man

[@lorenzobianchini4415]

God Blessed this earth with Joe Longthorne. A wonderful man in the arms of Jesus now.x

[@PB.JACKSON]

Talented beyond compare, amazing entertainer.. RIP Joe.

[@angelasmith4390]

Such a wonderful talented man, so glad I knew Joe, always in my heart true friend xxx❤️

[@paulgraham6316]

Jesus! That was some voice he had.

[@antunpintar1470]

Kakav perfektan pjevač. Nisam ga nikad gledal u živo samo na Tubu. Uživancija je slušati i gledati Joea. JOJ KAK PJEVA ANĐEO. Ma to je je fenomenalno. Kakav glas !!!!! +100

[@elizabethm8193]

He’s just a magical man who will always be missed ❤️🌹

[@johnkofoed8478]

He didn't need to name the stars he was impersonating you knew them all he was that talented.

[@JeanVincent-e6t]

He was the best entertainer I have ever seen and I really miss him God Bless him entertaining now in heaven

[@happydays0996]

Wow I'm in awe

[@GerryMcGhie-f5x]

Actual, honest to goodness talent. Not like all these so called reality 'stars' who influence simply because they look good in a swim suit, despite having absolutely no entertaining qualities whatsoever. Changed days sadly. Miss your extraordinary talent Joe.

[@stephendavies6080]

The story of life,, don’t realise how special and talented they are,till there not here anymore,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@darrylhowson8105]

Great entertainer true British star.Sadly gone Please R.I.P. Joe Longthorne❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

[@youtubelady8504]

A ⭐ Was born a ⭐ is missed R.I.P J L thanks for sharing 👍

[@brendamackenzie7719]

So talented - so sadly missed Joe 💙

[@garywalton3707]

Loved this man taken far to soon

[@fraser1736]

Wow!

[@elainebesley]

as always,ye fantastic,love you n we all miss you,always in our hearts.xxxx

[@marliesgocke8388]

Der beste Sänger, ein großartiger Mensch ♥︎♡♥︎ Für immer ♥︎♡♥︎

[@daveluck5717]

Great last song !...

[@drdeborahhockney5609]

❤❤ always in my heart Joe❤❤

[@johndean3930]

Brilliant... The best. Amazing. Hard to believe anybody could be so oustandingly clever. John (Australia)

[@jonathanjohnson2138]

They don't make them like Joe anymore!!♥️

[@11calman]

Straight of i recognised the first three voices Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior & Johnny Mathis

[@jeanettesteed3326]

Takes my breath away !

[@joymaxfield7589]

Just wow …xx

[@KarenFindley-ov7zs]

Sadly missed but remembered always ❤❤

[@garyreiling6108]

he was a DIAMOND.

[@keithpatmore298]

All the right notes in the right order...

[@DeamondTownsend]

I was glad to meet him at Blackpool

[@jjones1881]

God took the very very best x

[@peterbrown5660]

wow

[@garethhughes5043]

Such a star.. Miss him so much x

[@jayonenote7527]

They should be standing and applauding for that last song

[@LorraineWarren-uv2rw]

What a absolute legend xxxx

[@jennygee8894]

All the best are gone,Elvis,Freddie Mercury etc 🙏

[@justtruth5855]

With Elvis check out Pastor Bob Joyce. This man lives at Graceland when he wants, he walks around like he owns it. Voice and face lines up as do birth marks , scars etc. Listen to him singing Elvis songs.

[@justtruth5855]

@@andinic3982 my husband and youngest child, both think I am bonkers, but on pastor Bob they both say that is Elvis. 😊.

[@wendymaddock7705]

He amazingly great miss him and I think there will be a lot more xx 😘

[@djhome7718]

Omg I remember him he was as so good eve today x

[@NickGroves-ov7jw]

Luved joe bk in the day rip

[@jrbs]

An outstandingly talented man who had so many adversities to deal with in his life ❤

[@Batman111-q3r]

Joe was related to me 5th cuz what a man he was unbelievable no one comes close to him not even elvis . This man was 20 men built into one man. God bless you , sleep tight cuz

[@CountryOracle]

I would've loved it if joe had gone on the voice uk when tom started being a judge and rolled out his tom Jones and see if tom would have turned 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@scottknowles7060]

The best ,most versatile vocalist ever, super talented man. If he had been on the voice today the chairs wouldn't stop spinning round . Xx

[@raulorlando788]

totalmente de acuerdo

[@rfcalm]

The only way this would happen is if the chairs were broken. If they kept spinning around. Because when they like someone, they just spin around once.

[@garethlee1644]

Expert

[@lisasachs7624]

I miss you so much LISA S XXX

[@annettewinstanly2237]

Brilliant northerner ....from the working class playing fields

[@stephencollins3655]

Beat that. Xx

[@jeanettesteed3326]

No one could ever!