Lauren Bacall Talks About Being on the Set of The African Queen, - Sept. 1987

[@sooz9433]

Johnny Carson truly loved talking to people from all walks of life. He treated everyone the same even the children who came on his show, all were treated courteously and with respect. He could talk about anything and he was so smart. A cut above all talk show hosts who came after him. Miss him.

[@jaygatsby1]

Legends chatting about legends. A bygone era.

[@kenshiloh]

She has such a great, regal laugh! Pure class!

[@jamesanthony5681]

Yup. Her and Sam Kinison.

[@robert1340]

She had that “Rich Person Laugh.”

[@pam0626]

Johnny Carson was such an intelligent man and a masterful interviewer. He allowed his guests to talk about their past experiences without interruption. Guests didn't have to perform stupid skits or endlessly plug their movies.

[@nancylaw563]

pam0626 m

[@basilbcf]

And we didn't have to listen to the host bash whatever politician he didn't like. How refreshing.

[@TheDoctor1225]

@@basilbcf I think that, more than anything, says it best. I grew up in the era of the original SNL and others and when they did political jokes, they made fun of pretty much everyone. If you did or said something they thought was stupid or funny, they made fun of it. Now it's just another mouthpiece for only one side of the political arena, is boring and predictable. No one has the brass to actually be funny because they're all to scared to be and too competitive to see who can be the most "woke." Can't hold a candle to people like this.

[@brentib]

But a mad drunk

[@scottw5315]

@@brentib Maybe we need more mad drunks.

[@laurencegoldman4639]

She is such a class act. Totally down to earth, fun. And man does she look great!.

[@juniorjohnson9509]

She was 64 at the interview.

[@petercroft1901]

I had the great pleasure of meeting Ms Becall back in 1981 when I was only 18 years old. It was at Jo Allen's restaurant in London. I was introduced to her and I was spellbound by her. She was gracious to me and very kind. On parting, I even kissed her hand. She must of thought, who does this kid think I am, the bloody Queen?? RIP lady, you were great.

[@dboboc]

Yeah, she was great at screwing around with a married man..

[@glamdolly30]

I miss Joe Allen, what an amazing place that was. An old school showbiz burger & fries joint, where the fans could rub shoulders with the stars. How sad it shut down and moved location from Exeter Street to nearby Burleigh Street a few years ago. The owners claimed it was a 'brick by brick' transfer that retained the soul of Joe Allen. But it will never be the same - how can it be, it's no longer a basement dive! Its heyday was the 'seventies and 'eighties, opened in 1977 as a sister restaurant to its 1965 launched, New York original, it was the must-visit London haunt for visiting US stars. How I would love to have been there when a middle aged Elizabeth Taylor entered with her entourage and crossed the floor to a secluded table. They say no one bothered her for autographs, that was the kind of place it was. And if a member of the public did have an encounter with a big star who'd dropped by for a midnight burger, they were respectful, as you were. I met and chatted with a few lovely British stars there over the years, but no American superstars like Miss Bacall, sadly! Thank you for sharing your story. In 1981 her movie 'The Fan' was released, a dark slasher film about an ageing star pursued by a psychotic stalker. She was 57 - maybe she was in London promoting it? I saw it on 'Talking Pictures TV' last week, it was cheesy and entertaining in equal measure! How lovely that the legendary Lauren Bacall gave you a memory of her to treasure forever. Joe Allen himself died in February of this year. His vision of a 'theatrical canteen' has endured in America and England for many decades. Alas the relocated London Joe Allen is closed due to Covid - let's hope the pandemic doesn't finish it off!

[@glamdolly30]

@@dboboc What a snide, silly comment! Lauren Bacall was 19 when she met and fell in love with 44 year old Bogart. He was in his third unhappy marriage, to a fellow actor and alcoholic. Their fights were so legendary, they were known as 'The battling Bogarts'. Lauren was the young model in her first acting role in 'To Have and Have Not'. Bacall and Bogart fell in love - what can I tell you, it happens! Do you think people should stay in unhappy marriages forever? Bogart fought the attraction to Bacall, and repeatedly left and returned to his wife through loyalty. But the love was gone. He finally divorced her and married Lauren - or Betty, her real name and the one he used for her - when she was 20 and he 45. Bogart was childless before he met Bacall, so no family was broken up. He went on to have his only children with her, a son and a daughter, and 11 happy years of marriage before he tragically died of cancer. He was without doubt the love of Lauren's life, she had put her acting career on hold to be his wife and mother to his children. She came on set with him and endured the heat and mosquitoes when he made 'The African Queen'. "He kidded that a woman's place was in the home, but he was only half kidding. He had divorced three actresses, and was convinced that a career and marriage don't mix". She nursed him through his horrible, final decline from esophagus cancer, which took his weight down to 80lbs. Lauren was a widow at 32, she paid a high price for her short marriage to a legend. And she knew her name would forever be overshadowed by Bogart's. But she had no regrets. "Bogie's death was devastating, but I had my two young children to focus on, So I had something constructive to think of". In 2011 she told Vanity Fair: "My obit is going to be full of Bogart, I'm sure". Yet she appreciated her good fortune in meeting him, saying: "I was so lucky when I was young. What happened to me then, sometimes happens to people when they're older. And sometimes never happens. So I feel lucky that I had it at all". May you be as blessed to find love, even once in your life. God bless.

[@akrenwinkle]

@@glamdolly30 This is the internet, where famous public figures get judged. I think it was less than classy to screw with Sinatra as bedridden Bogie coasted toward the inevitable. She has always maintained her affair with Frank began after Bogie died, but what they did was no particular secret in Hollywood at the time. I believe she could have waited.

[@meboneme1]

I can listen to her for the rest of my life! THAT VOICE IS LEGENDARY!!!!! I LOVE her!

[@keahilumho8914]

Til the day I die Johnny’s smile will be burned in my heart for genuine sincere hilarious commentary and interviews..the best…BAR NONE

[@deborahhawley5849]

My favorite actress of all time. Classy, intelligent, and genuine.

[@Rocketjay12]

Great actress and loved her comedic performance as Schatze Page in How To Marry A Millionaire. One of my all time favorite movies. RIP Ms. Bacall. Thanks for the great memories!

[@proudmarinemomma827]

I love that movie!

[@kathywestdoninger6109]

Always loved Bogie and Betty. This is such a great interview. When she casually says Bogie's name its so cool. She had a Life with him!❤️

[@patriciagiannascoli7408]

I love Lauren Bacall. I am a lifelong fan of hers. I saw her onstage in three plays and I got to meet her and she kindly posed for a photo with me. I felt very sad when she passed away.

[@matthewsonnenberg303]

An honest tribute. Thank you for your reminiscence here.

[@hankaustin7091]

Love her! she's so gracious and charming and very witty - just a wonderful warm person!

[@elisabethvalade9866]

She served tea and cookies (or something) to the entire cast during afternoon breaks when filming. WHO DOES THAT?? Bacall!!

[@scottfolkman7149]

when I was a young teen ( in the 70's) Every late week night in the summer was Carson...Fantastic !!!

[@Sand1955]

That laugh! Love her. I read her autobiography back in the 1970s. Interesting book.

[@theresabollman8061]

She was extraordinary...in all ways. I loved her.

[@liamkilburn2456]

Hello Theresa, How are you doing?

[@tonypascoe1591]

What a delightful lady. So down to earth. One off a few that seemed that way. Natalie woods was another. Real stars in their day.

[@manofiske3318]

"Wood" sans 's'

[@thomast8539]

Uh, not so sure about Natalie. Rita Moreno claimed that Natalie was a bit of a diva on West Side Story. She apparently wanted her beau Warren Beatty to play Tony and would not let it slide that they cast Richard Beymer instead.

[@monichat]

@@thomast8539 Beatty did not last very long, there were all those willing dames to seduce in Hollywood.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@thomast8539 Bacall & Wood both went to work young, women don't last for decades in Hollywood by being divas.

[@barbaraschain9260]

Be yourself and rely on yourself. Age geacefully. Stand for something. Be unique and don't run with the pack. Lauren was all this and more. I think of her for strength when I find myself buckling....

[@emansnas]

Great observation, and good advice, for those who 'get it'.

[@asteverino8569]

Lauren, you were great! I happen to love Africa. At least many of its people.

[@lcmzebra]

If only I could have met you Lauren, rest in peace. We miss you.

[@waynehackney5812]

She was pure class👍

[@sunshine19701989]

I love these clips. I was born in 1970 and was a teen in the 80's. I loved Johnny and staying up to watch the show not really knowing the guests but knew they were legends of the past and I loved them. Now looking back at 53 years old, I am putting the pieces together of the legends and adore them all! Thank you Johnny for your show and preserving the golden age of Hollywood!

[@knitwitchpgh]

Im so honored to be named after such an amazing woman

[@hijodelaisla275]

You're so lucky, Betty.

[@basilbcf]

I hate to break it to you, but you were actually named after Ralph Lauren :^)

[@hijodelaisla275]

@@basilbcf Because she's older?

[@jeanne8507]

Your name is Betty Joan?

[@monichat]

@@jeanne8507 Betty is not a very good name

[@dieselden1584]

Arguably, Lauren Bacall is the most treasured screen presence ever!

[@jamesanthony5681]

No.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@jamesanthony5681 Yes, & Broadway as well, 2 Tonys for musicals, a decade apart.

[@justbreathe_]

That laugh lol. It could easily be seen as haughty but it suits her just fine. She gives such a classy but down to earth vibe.

[@erinkwalsh]

one of the last great REAL Hollywood Stars! She was a Classy Beautiful woman! We will all whistle in your honor!!!!

[@Cowboyup57717]

I absolutely think shes marveloys! I started paying attention to her work when my mother, who was about her age, said Betty Bacall was her favorite actress and To Have and Have Not was her favorite movie.

[@lindaclark9925]

She is s true star on and off stage wow 😳 rip lauren bacall

[@liamkilburn2456]

Hello Linda, How are you doing?

[@mulemule]

*A Master Class in how Johnny's surgical whit, earnestness and rapport set up and extracted the utmost from his guests.* 🏆

[@benjaminrush4443]

This is an example why John was the Master of Nighttime Talk Shows in the Day.

[@michaelrief4424]

Some years ago a friend and I were cutting through an alley in NYC near the Dakota where Bacall lived and we ran into her taking a smoke break. My friend knew her immediately from his interior design work but it took me a minute to actually recognize her. I was overcome with both joy and embarrassment and she paused and asked if I was feeling okay. I don’t even recall what I said at the time. I replayed that event over and over in my head and I so wish I had reached out and kissed her hand but that sadly didn’t happen.

[@jakeornot6306]

You had a normal reaction. And, she might not have been so keen on having her hand kissed. The interaction went as it should have, I think.

[@johnnythunders78]

"Ed hasn't had a sick day in his life!" God, Johnny was quick! Also Lauren Bacall, what a class act.

[@logic7374]

I love the great comedians how quick they are, the mind of a great comedian is going 100 mph and I love how they all process things so cleanly and quickly and just spit it out and its just down right hilarious

[@brookehanley3659]

Lauren was never a bid drinker.

[@OLegendStudios]

God Bless Lauren Bacall and the many greats we lost in recent years.

[@wolfpak8228]

OLegendStudios (Real Pranks From NYC) --she's not so great

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@wolfpak8228 Award winning memoirist, author, actress, legend, wife & mother>troll.

[@tanedasmith9370]

“The LOOK” “That Voice” love her !

[@russellloomis4376]

It's just a very very good interview. Very enjoyable. Thank you

[@Mister_Listener]

Very!

[@petermartyn9509]

Just watched the African queen. One of the best movies

[@jamesanthony5681]

Of all the gin joints in the world...your boat had to come to my marina.

[@Mister_Listener]

So did i!! I just watched it and loved it even though most of it was SO unbelievable. Who cares, right?! Lol.

[@TheYouthquaker]

My first cousin, Sam Spiegel, was the producer of this film and he won 7 Oscars in his lifetime and he called them “his seven little dwarves”.

[@JK-kv1xl]

Lawrence Of Arabia, Bridge On River Kwai, On The Waterfront, Suddenly Last Summer. Impressive roster so he obviously knew how to put together film projects!

[@fenwaypark1725]

Read a fine book on him. Quite a life.

[@TheYouthquaker]

@@fenwaypark1725 the Natasha Fraser-Cavassoni book?

[@fenwaypark1725]

@@TheYouthquaker trying to find book to make sure. Haha

[@fenwaypark1725]

@@TheYouthquaker author Andrew Sinclair

[@indieshack4476]

Not difficult to see why Betty Bacall was much liked off-camera socially in Hollywood, she comes across as funny and down to earth.

[@patrickmullane30]

She reminds me so much of my aunt Sue Kennedy - Burt Kennedy’s wife. I adore her.

[@joecool89nm]

What an experience it would be to be in Africa with Bogie Bacall Hepburn and Houston.

[@madeleinechenevert659]

V

[@johnlawrence2757]

@@madeleinechenevert659 The reason they didn’t get sick isn’t because they were drinking the alcohol, it’s because since they were drinking the alcohol they went drinking the water! It’s that n African water does you in!

[@ericthered760]

Mentally sharp, sophisticated, beautiful -- what we have in Hollywood today cannot compare.

[@julieanncarter6797]

Eric the Red "She" was a "he". They are ALL transgendered.

[@sparx180]

Eric the Red Just trash and more trash today. The Kartrashians are supposed to be the Royal Family of the US!

[@starguard4122]

Agreed

[@mike.p.1400]

Eric the Red Ms Bacall is indeed a classy lady. However. She is older. We all learn when we get older. Let’s give some of the actresses in Hollywood a chance to age a bit before we judge them.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@julieanncarter6797 Mother of 3, moron.

[@MichaSalazar]

First we lose Robin Williams and now we lose another great Lauren Bacall. A beautiful, classy, talented woman with striking qualities that enhanced her acting performances such as her voice. Shame that Hollywood today doesn't have a load of greats like the ones back then. May this great lady RIP.

[@shack8110]

what was Johnny's joke at the end?

[@wolfpak8228]

Micha Salazar --we lose, redickulas

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

She was sooo gorgeous. It's very easy to see why Bogey was enthralled with her.

[@dollywhiteaker1555]

¹

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

great bone structure and her eyes said so much ! There is a guy showing old 1965 Roddy McDowall home movies with her and other stars from that era. She's in it and gorgeous.

[@andiarrohnds5163]

this is bait. she was extraordinarily hideous. quite sure she was actually born a man

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

@@andiarrohnds5163 Says a troll named andiar.

[@andiarrohnds5163]

@@Mr.56Goldtop troll? i suppose you honestly believe that she is beautiful and that she does not look like a man? or perhaps you are attracted to men? please discuss this

[@tomitstube]

classy lady, one of the few stars of her era that you don't cringe when they talk about race, foreigners, or class.

[@08pixiedust]

She was my favorite actress from that era (although there are others I love, too) and she seems like she was so fun, too. And I just realized that my childhood neighbor, a really outgoing older lady who was a lifelong smoker, sounded exactly like her! I saw her once on the steps of a Broadway theater (not performing) and it was thrilling!

[@TerrierToughGuy]

Such great people. Makes me sad the young will never be exposed to them

[@agnitramukherjee5098]

This interview happened 5 days after John Hustons death( Director of African Queen)This interview was a tribute to him

[@monichat]

Lauren Bacall wrote in that John Houston would go hunting in Africa. . Bogart would refuse to go hunting, he . Thank you Humphrey Bogart, No wonder I love you so much.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Bogart was a New Yorker who sailed.

[@monichat]

@@unowen-nh9ov Sailing is better than hunting. Bogart loved animals, God bless his soul.

[@nursetom61]

I did not know Lauren Bacall had passed til I read OLegendStudios comment about the greats we have lost. I googled her name and found out she died today. I am truly saddened and slightly heart broken. I am 52 and have been a big fan of Ms. Bacall's since I first saw "To Have And Have Not" when I was about 6 or 7. When the AFI named her 20th. They put Mae West,Shirley Temple, Marilyn Monroe and Ginger Rogers above her. This to me was a tremendous mistake and I wrote the AFI and told them so. Not to take anything from these women but even though they deserved to be on the list, just not above Lauren. Anyway I will probably spend this weekend watching her movies and saying "God Bless Lauren Bacall" and Thank God we had her for 89 years. God Speed Lauren you will be remembered very fondly for generations to come.

[@nursetom61]

***** Re-check your math, she was a month shy of being 90

[@grantquinn1646]

The best analogy yet

[@AnimalLeftist]

One classy broad. Your husky voice will be missed.

[@alanfoster6589]

Carson, off-handedly about Huston, "He was a documentary filmmaker during the war". Man knew his stuff.

[@farmerbill6855]

Everyone knew that.

[@alanfoster6589]

@@farmerbill6855 You move in educated circles.

[@jamesanthony5681]

@@alanfoster6589 A few movie guys did that. John Ford, Stevens.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

@@jamesanthony5681 Many, Capra, star actors, Wyler came back injured to make Best Picture classic The Best Years of Our Lives.

[@Mister_Listener]

Maybe, but more likely, one of Carson’s writing staff probably prepared a fact sheet on all related info about each of the guests.

[@MA_808]

Her laugh was the best.

[@joancrawfordfan4087]

Great dame. I'll miss you so much

[@brookehanley3659]

JoanCrawfordFan It was nice having her around. Yes, missed.

[@NattyBumppo48]

One of a kind.... Unique personality and beauty.

[@nancydemoss8421]

Bogie's Baby. She was a great actor!

[@finnmcconoughey4137]

Hello Nancy, How are you doing?

[@Dutchinvegas]

Lauren Bacall is my favorite actress.

[@liamkilburn2456]

Hello Monika, How are you doing?

[@meaningoflife7199]

I'm in my 20s and i love watching old movies and learning about their actors because I'm infatuated by their elegance both men and women, i feel very comfortable with old cinema and I keep learning about various actors, this time it being this lady.

[@Mister_Listener]

Lol. Thats awesome. I just watched The African Queen and now i am watching a bunch of related vids and this came up. I love KZbin, lol!

[@erinkwalsh]

Original Glamorous Hollywood just lost another! Todays Hollywood can't compare!!!!!!!!!! RIP!!!

[@tbyrandfan1]

I MISS THEM BOTH.

[@teresagradolf974]

I'll always love Johnny Laura I miss your knowledge and beauty

[@81zed]

Classy, classy lady. You will be missed.

[@rifftipton7709]

Lauren was such a fabulous babe.

[@rma3_3_3]

Lauren Bacall is really intelligent and interesting ♡♡♡

[@Eaglerow77]

Lauren Bacall is so hot. She is so strong and beautiful and her personality is too awesome.

[@DeeLightfulCo]

RIP my lady

[@bobcurrier7983]

Hello 👋 , How are you doing?

[@sashaflip7450]

Lauren Bacall was so beautiful and so interesting. One of my role models.

[@MariaLuisa-vv4ug]

I love that she just went with them for kicks, wasn't even in the movie

[@unowen-nh9ov]

She traveled with her husband.

[@chriscanale9535]

love Lauren

[@CliffBronson1212]

I really enjoy listening to Lauren

[@tomhammer1784]

Loved her in Key Largo with Lionel Barrymore and Bogart. And even Tonto’s (Jay Silverheels) small part

[@markwalker4219]

wonderful lady

[@skellerboner1453]

We have lost a grate legend of those grate movies RIP They don't make movies like that anymore.

[@hankaustin7091]

We also lost a great one.

[@jamesmcinnis208]

Cheesy

[@hankaustin7091]

as in "grated" cheese James? For those that don't get it.. I said that because of the way "grate" was spelled by a previous commentor.. .

[@jolenaagapisou3803]

Such class, I always liked Lauren Becall RIP

[@jeantetreault132]

Lauren Bacall was one hell of a fine actress and she was much younger than Bogart as well.

[@bobcurrier7983]

Hello Jean, How are you doing?

[@jayneneewing2369]

That woman knew how to dress & accessorize. Classy lady.

[@petesmith9472]

The stories of making the African Queen are all true…and incredibly taxing on cast and crew….Bacall was about 26 and took on the role of cook, nurse, cleaner, counsellor …she was amazing…. The drinking buddies never got sick because they avoided the water. Everyone else was sick from the water.

[@bluenetmarketing]

She sounds like a very realistic and unpretentious woman.

[@robotnik77]

"...just whistle; you know how to whistle, don't you... ya just put your lips together and ...blow!"

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Native New Yorker raised by single mother & young widow with children to raise.

[@orchardist6559]

Lauren, always such an interesting interview.

[@Saucyakld]

Loved Lauren Bacall, lovely lady!

[@OndrejPetriska]

lauren is LAUREN, FOR EVER

[@jpaulkepler4638]

True class..... On both sides of the desk.

[@MichaelLounge]

A Classy Lady ...

[@johnperrigo6474]

I like the more relaxed style back then.

[@blizmo2]

"How I got mixed up with Bogart I'll never know" 😆 Beautiful Bacall 😍

[@emansnas]

Bogie & Bacall. Compatible. In soooo many ways. Good ways.

[@jamesanthony5681]

Yup. They won the mixed doubles at the French Open in 1947. In the categories: For Hollywood couples. With a 24+ year difference in ages. Both born in NYC. Last name both beginning with B.

[@clydepatterson8696]

Everyone who loves movies should look at this interview.

[@patrickmurray9409]

What a classic, it's a shame what it's happening now.

[@bobsullivan5714]

Noone was ever as smooth as Carson..... When I was a youngster, I would sneak out of bed and stand quietly behind my parents as they watched The Tonight Show...... I would sometimes have my hand over my mouth with tears rolling down my cheeks stifling my laughter. It would have been bad to have been caught by mom and dad. But, I got away with it...... Many years later, mom told me they knew I was there but they ignored me. Carson was one of a kind.....

[@Mister_Listener]

Thats such a sweet memory to have. And yes, Mom and Dad probably heard you laughing. Lol.

[@SamsonCrosswood]

Classy. Beautiful. And that voice. That sexy voice. Lesson ladies, age gracefully - instead of having so much surgery that when you sit down your mouth automatically opens.

[@brookehanley3659]

SamsonCrosswood I know she did have some lifts over the years. She always looked very natural though.

[@brookehanley3659]

***** And she did have some work done. Not plastified but had some help when she was aging.

[@courtneyjohnston8873]

y

[@brookehanley3659]

+megacultureman She won a Tony for Applause on Broadway in the 70's.. She wasn't that bad. Yes ,her look counted fro a lot.

[@sillyone52062]

Smoking is so unhealthy, but it does confer a sexy huskiness to the smoker.

[@jnstonbely5215]

Lauren Bacall , one of , If not The Last of Hollywood’s Classic and Beautiful Actresses. All of her work was excellent, and in every movie she Co-Starred with Bogart , ... I don’t know if it was a husband/wife” connection or not, but I simply think they produced Magic on the Big Screen .

[@andrewpetik2034]

How old is she here? I had to look it up! 67 and still amazingly beautiful!

[@aitch3]

I remember watching Johnny and was in awe of women like Lauren Bacall. What timing that Huston just died the previous week.

[@conniemcintyre9193]

Lauren Bacall was a neat and classy lady!

[@emansnas]

Very right. Those two adjectives are particularly appropriate for her

[@danw.1667]

What a classy lady

[@dalekdx]

I love that Bacall and Hepburn were good friends. When I heard Bacall use the word "fascinating" I wonder if Hepburn influenced it since it was something Hepburn said often.

[@guileniam]

Lol it's just a word. I use it now I've met Hepburn?

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Hepburn said it of herself, 1 reason she was great as Tracy Lord in The Philadelphia Story, The Lion in Winter & SO many more!

[@juliehoffman6292]

Fantastic lady

[@randyjohnson5426]

Man i miss those days....class act!

[@theearl1477]

Not only classy and beautiful, but a lovely woman.

[@toshibasteele6160]

Love her......

[@dondoyle8474]

Lauren had the sexiest voice in Hollywood even to this day👍😉

[@CaptAmerica12]

Carson was the best