John Smith - "Life's Been Good To Me."

[@CharityGates111]

I was born in 2012 and I never knew this was a show until I changed the channel to a random channel and the channel was INSP. I fell in love with the show, John Smith, and Robert Fuller. Thank you for this song. This song warms my heart and I get happy tears. A big thanks goes to the Revue studios for producing the show Laramie. And may John Smith and Robert Fuller Rest in Peace ❤❤❤ ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@314JET]

I just recently discovered John Smith and his series Laramie this year. I was only a baby when the series started and never knew anything of it until I watched Encore Westerns. I haven't stopped since. He and Robert Fuller are amazing together in a series that unfortunately didn't last long enough. Fuller of course went on to Emergency which I DID see as a teen and still watch from time to time. This tribute brought tears to my eyes. As I watch Laramie I will think of John and how wonderful an actor he was and how much joy he seems to have brought to many in television and the big screen. I just wish I could have met him in person one say.

[@renebrock7823]

314JET a great body and and voice that was touching Hail to youI was in a play and my husband was John Smith I was Susan Smith.......was told by many I was best one Made me feel like a star!!!!!!!!! John........none greater Than you......you held your own mighty fine indeed!!!!!!

[@nancyhumphreymoreno542]

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[@christopherhawkins2402]

Freedom

[@Kimbersan]

I agree, he definitely was underrated and gone way before his time. ;-(

[@oceandiver75]

I'm 32 and recently have had the chance to see some "LARAMIE" episodes. I think it's one of the greatest westerns ever made. Both him and Robert Fuller made a great team playing Slim Sherman and Jess Harper on "LARAMIE". Also, I've seen some of John's other tv work too. I think John was a great actor and quiet handsome too.

[@JudithSchoner]

I had a crush on him beginning at my childhood. Still watch "Laramie" and miss him 😢.

[@charmainecakers3723]

He is great,!❤

[@JacobRichardsonIsrael]

❤️‍🔥🙌🌈They call him Slim but he wasn't shady

[@nicoleboucher831]

I never saw Laramie growing up but fell in love with the series on Encore's Western channel. Having spent a lifetime around horses this series is much more interesting to me than reality TV or some stupid rich housewife show. I wish TV never changed from this venue.

[@susandudak59]

John had such pretty eyes. Really loved him in Laramie. Great actor.

[@rosekoester1234]

They made a good pair on Laramie love the show I watch it everyday

[@erwinzerbe7121]

I do too. I have all four seasons of Laramie on DVD. I got them in from the US. There is a lovely interview with Bob Fuller with a tribute to John Smith.

[@Kimbersan]

I agree! They sure don't make great Westerns like these anymore!

[@happyme6153]

beautiful man physically and in every day life.

[@beverlymarkley4692]

the first I knew John Smith could sing, what a wonderful voice. Nice looking man and beautiful eyes and smile. loved him and Robert Fuller in "Laramie". still watch these episodes today. a great actor.

[@pamelamnelson4826]

John was a good friend of mind and mentor to my husband and constant teaser and clown to my daughter. We enjoyed his beautiful home on the hill while my husband who was a stuntman, got his degree in cinematography. He was kind, generous and loyal to his friends and very talented. Yes, he fought his demons and sadly eventually they took him, however I know John is in a good place now because his heart was right with God and now he is with his beloved Aunt Emmy who he always took care of. John always remembered for our crazy nights laughing ourselves sick up on the hill. Friends always, see you up there.....

[@Sheryl0705]

Ohh Pamela, what amazing memories! It sounds like you and your family had wonderful times and enjoyed a very special friendship with John! Yes, he certainly was very, very talented. Your description of him is exactly how he comes across on the screen. I think we all have demons of one kind or another. It’s so terribly sad that John’s eventually overtook him. I cannot even imagine all that he went through in his life. I hope, in Heaven, John knows how much he was and is liked, admired, and respected. In just over two months, John would have celebrated his 90th birthday! It’s hard to believe that so many years have gone by. Thank you so much for sharing, Pamela! Wishing you the very best!❤️

[@katterkat58]

This brought happy and sad tears to my eyes. I myself wasn't old enough to have seen many of the episodes. I have recently started watching Laramy. My husband loves the old westerns and got me hooked on these. I used to watch Emergency. That's where I first seen Robert Fueler. I just found out yesterday when Robert (John Smith) died. He seemed like a wonderful man. Him and Fueller made a great team. I missed out on his great life. Thank you Mary for sharing this with us.

[@brendal1498]

John Smith Was Such A Handsome Man And His Character, As Slim Sherman Was So So Believable. He Was Charasmatic and Charming. What A Man And Actor. Rest In Peace. John Smith You Will Forever Be In Our Hearts Through Your Great Work On Laramie.

[@paramedic51]

I always loved John Smith.I think he was a great and very underrated actor.He did an great job on laramie also i liked him very much as the captain of the Emergency! boys. Thanks for the great video!

[@kandylavin6817]

I loved John Smith in Laramie. Thank you for doing this.

[@2gpowell]

Wow very fitting song such a nice tribute. My parents grew up with Laramie. Now, I watch it every evening at 43. Love John and Robert such a great fit.

[@bernadetteremack6096]

I love john and Robert so much

[@pennyelliot171]

Wonderful man and actor. I was only 10 when "Laramie" aired. As i grew older admired him more. Sorry I did not get to see more of his movies or better have met him in person. Thank you all who have done a wonderful job on these memory videos I first saw John Smith at the military movie theatre. My Father was an Army Officer and he liked "Friendly persuasion so much theatre showed that he took us twice being my sister and mother. First time I saw Smitty as a handsome Quaker 19 yr old (?) who got into a boxing match at the local fair. Great physic and beautiful smile and blue eyes. Miss his acting and knowing he is no longer with "us" is a great sadness., But we shall remembr him . Penny Elliott, New Smyrna, Florida

[@eldaddio9100]

John Smith and Robert Fuller made for a realistic duo of what women want and men admire not just as actors but in Life !! Watching Laramie right this minute ! John died way too early but left a hell if a footprint , Thank's

[@marlenalinne7958]

I think what made them so great was good old-fashioned chemistry. You could tell that they got along offscreen as well as onscreen. That rarely happens and when it does, it's incredible.

[@yamama506]

OMG holding back my tears watching this video. I love his series Laramie and watch it everyday. RIP John.

[@Kimbersan]

What an inspiring and touching story! Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@reneefineberg8670]

March 6th....HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOHN...thanks for the memories!

[@warmwoolsoxgood4559]

His good looks belied a very talented actor underneath. Superior. He never overplayed it. Just right. An actor’s actor. Underrated. I watch his Laramie every night when I’m up late, it soothes me, those two young actors and cowboys who had real earnest intentions and were not ashamed to play it that way. That’s been lost. Young men now don’t know how to be earnest, honest, and act like men and I’m not speaking of macho ducks. I mean… it’s hard to describe, but the two characters had it. Respectful, fun, hard work as it’s own reward, kindnesses and willingness to lead and never bending over on their morals to please another less ethical person. Men you could trust and know they’re not going to harm you.m or treat you badly. They were , due to that? Super Hot. LOL I mean hot - have you seen “Run to Tumavaca” in the Laramie series? A very young Gina Rowlands and Bob Fuller were smokin’ hot together; probably the most sexual thing on tv at that time, without any at all being shown of any tv episode allowed back then. Because it meant something to Jess. Fuller played it intensely and with overt masculinity. Emotionally very tuned in. Jess was no ‘ho. LOL That’s what woman like, and I feel sad for the younger women today who have such a dearth of such characters in their lives, real or on TV. ❤️Resting in peaceful bliss, I know Mr. Smith most certainly is that.

[@michael9052]

Just recently discovered John Smith a few months ago via Laramie on GRIT. What a hunk of a man he was.

[@LaTina40327]

I just started watching this bout 3 months ago on Grit. Good show

[@victoriaseaman9410]

I just saw John Smith on an episode of our Miss Brooks from back in the 50s. He was just as handsome as ever very young but very handsome. Thank you for such a lovely video enjoyed it immensely

[@pennyelliot171]

Dear Mary thank you for the wonderful video of John Smith. Is a tear jerker but a blessing to the hearts of us who loved him and remember him. Thank you and Robert Fuller another great man Penny Elliott NSB FL.

[@blessingsshalom5112]

Robert Fuller one of John Smiths great friends is Now 83years 2017. We can almost Imagine what their friendship would be like.

[@natalie2jodie]

John Smith, may you Rest In Peace today(1/25/1995).

[@judyschauer8833]

Thank you enjoyed the song and pictures

[@happyanderson2]

A beautiful song dedicated to actor John Smith - written, recorded and produced by Rollie Stevens.

[@kzepher9719]

my favorite show..still on every weekday

[@spenceranderson8606]

John Smith a great actor watched you and jess in Laramie when TV was worth watching miss those days thank you John rest in peace.

[@Panderosaprincess]

love this! thanks!;) he was a great guy and missed by all!

[@jesusislordofalleveryknees1067]

I love you John Smith. Thank you for all the comfort giving shows and belly laughs, take my mind off of my troubles westurns, thank you for still getting up each day to visit with Laramie. I am so grateful you were here on this Earth.

[@tellinadona]

January,25,2016. Dear Slim, with love, I remember you…..I think of you, and you are in Heaven…. Donatella

[@TheresaWagner-s8s]

Love this❤

[@oceandiver75]

Happy Birthday John. Thank you for the memories and hours of entertainment. God Bless You John.

[@tellinadona]

Oggi è il 25 gennaio 2015, 20 anni sono passati da quando sei partito per altri mondi. Tantissimi anni sono passati da quando eri il mio eroe, il mio amico in Laramie. Ero una bambina e tutte le settimane aspettavo di vederti in televisione. Volevo tanto assomigliarti! E anche oggi che sono una"vecchia bambina" penso a te, e ti porto nel cuore tutti i giorni. Anche ora sei il mio eroe ed il mio amico per sempre. Ti ringrazio e spero che ovunque tu sia, la tua nuova vita sia buona con te. Ciao Slim. Love forever. Donatella

[@blessingsshalom5112]

John Smith was only 64years of age. When some of us now only 62" in 2017 November" we can say he died young..

[@christinarojas816]

CHRISTINA Rojas, Greetings, pleasure to see all the old westerners. I would appreciate the next cowboy festival I would love to meet all of them be there gone. It's 11-7-2016 after this day or next year. I live in California but willing to travel wherever it will be.

[@janshouse3417]

a very handsome man, he seemed to me a good man,

[@Zule1479]

Thanks a lot for this video!He was one of the heroes of my early early childhood, and I still remember him. Thanks again

[@lindaking9969]

John Smith was a great actor and a very very handsome man . l to was just a baby than but watching Laramie l wish that l could have met him .may you rest in peace john Smith .

[@marywheeler4161]

My name is Mary! John was super,on Laramie! Sorry he died! His music is fantastic! God bless louanna patton

[@blessingsshalom5112]

He never got Iver the death of his Sister. So sad how this fabulous Actor died... We truely wished much more for you SLIM SMITH!!

[@barrygioportmorien1]

Great song.

[@pennyelliot171]

Wonderful and heart warming. Thank you for this tribute to John Smith. Wish I could have met him. Penny Elliott

[@debratodd7656]

This is my favorite video of John Smith!!! Love it!!! Thanks Mary Brown and Rollie Stevens!!!! Great job!!!

[@ednakrebs3870]

The pictures of John & fuller together most of the photes you see those shows were on grit tv this week. John Smith rest in peace you've earned it. Fly high & sing in Jesus choir.

[@tellinadona]

Thanks for sharing!

[@pennyelliot171]

Thank you Mary so wonderful. Miss John so and you are kind to prepare this wonderful memory of him and music. Is Robert Fuller still with us?? hope so he is great guy too. Penny Elliott, NSB, Fl.

[@rattlesnakebbq]

Hello Mary Brown...I don't know if you will ever see this post since it has been many years since you uploaded this tribute. My name is Robert E. Patterson John's cousin...I was named after him (his real name was Robert Errol VanOrden) but I am sure that you know that. Thanks for your time that you put into this tribute for him. I have looked high and low for people who knew him without success. I also understand that he had a daughter. If by chance you read this, please contact me...thanks

[@rattlesnakebbq]

Kimbersan Hello, I have tried to find a way to privately send you an email but can not find it...so if you could show me a way to do this so I can contact Mary, I would appreciate it...Thanks for your help Robert Patterson

[@Kimbersan]

Robert Patterson Hi Robert, I think that you would have to subscribe to me but that's okay, email me at [e-mail] and I'll give you her information. Sorry about the confusion. Kimber

[@桜井悦子-w9u]

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[@sherrihinton8567]

What an honor to be named after him.

[@pennyelliot171]

Robert, don't know if you will ever see this as, as you said been a few years since you posted to Mary Brown. I hope you had a wonderful friendship with your cousin, John Smith when he was with us. I live in New Smyrna Beach, Fl. Would love to see any family photos you have of you and John. Hope you find this posting and contact me. you can contact me at pelliotpg007@gmail. com. Penny Elliott

[@Kimbersan]

Hi Zule, to be honest I didn't know much about John Smith, but I'm learning thanks to Mary! Talk about a handsome man! I haven't had a chance to see Laramie but I can't wait until they release it on DVD. Thanks for posting!

[@sherrihinton8567]

I've just watched Laramie twice today

[@deborahlangnese7645]

You died too young. My girlfriend died at the same age. Gone to soon. You will always be remembered.

[@lindaking2533]

I am sorry to here about what happen with his oldest sister.something like that you can never get over. Now they are together again and they can both rest in peace.God Bless.

[@ruthecker399]

loved him rip

[@JonMichael001]

Laramie was one of those good programs that appeared with other notable TV Westerns including Gunsmoke, The Lone Ranger, The Rifleman, Wanted: Dead or Alive, Have Gun Will Travel, Death Valley Days, Bonanza, The Virginian, Wagon Train, The Big Valley, Maverick, The High Chaparral, Rawhide, The Tall Man, The Law Man and many others. A shame they dont show most of these anymore.

[@judyharl2339]

Love Laramie

[@Kimbersan]

Hi, what a great story! You should head over to Robert Fuller's unofficial website and share your story. Mary would love to hear your story of meeting John. She was good friends with him and has lots of fond memories. We'd love to see your picture too! Kimber

[@skeltonknaggs1600]

He just seemed like the neighbor always willing to help!!

[@lindarosser5247]

Such a handsome guy. I Google him. Really nice guy.

[@TheTCProductions]

Nice tribute aunt kim, i think its a tribute :P lol anyways i still liked it cant wait to see more ^^

[@blessingsshalom5112]

What most people and Fans didn't know' John drank so much, because of the accident with the gun that killed his older Sister. He was only 6Years old. This John never recovered from.

[@julesmcgrules3860]

Blessings Shalom gosh that's horrible if true :'(

[@Kimbersan]

Yep, I agree! They'd have made a great Butch and Sundance, don't ya think?

[@markking2683]

Could you tell me who sings this song life has been too good to me this song they sing who sings this

[@foto21]

Life was good to John Smith, but why did he die so young? Was it booze?

[@rdalbright1]

Think it was alcoholism.

[@connieholderness6072]

John Smith was a great actor. To bad he was always under other people’s shadow .

[@JacobRichardsonIsrael]

❤️‍🔥🙌🌈AMEN HALLELUJAH

[@Kimbersan]

Hi slb, I just emailed you privately. Let me know if you get it. Thanks, Kimber

[@jackrenglish]

YEP

[@jackrenglish]

YEP