Lee Van Cleef: The Baddest of the Bad (Jerry Skinner Documentary)

[@tomquinn607]

One of the best character actors ever. And he added another dimension. He was the bad guy we all liked.

[@rehab5355]

R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

[@phiberoptik232]

One of my fav actors of all time....especially in those spaghetti westerns. You’re the best at these biographical studies of significant personalities. No one does it better. You gather seldom known facts and cover everyone with time consuming, thoroughly researched detail . Keep’em coming Jerry. Much appreciated and enjoyed.

[@n2cable]

I too use big words to sound smort

[@billolsen4360]

And now, I'm hungry for spaghetti again!

[@steveshoemaker6347]

He was one of my favorite actors....He made his parts seem very real to me.....l often wondered what happened to him....Now l know....Thanks to my friend Jerry Skinner....Thanks

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Good to see your name again Steve. Jerry

[@3trilogy]

@@JerrySkinner1943 Thank you so much for this biography. Lee Van Cleef is one of my all time favorites.

[@jacksutherland846]

It was the eyes, not the nose. Great actor. One of my all time favorites.

[@gerardjohnson2106]

Yes, the eyes. I've faced many men and the eyes are always telling. Nuf said.

[@ChancetheCanine]

Angel Eyes! 😊

[@FJ80Coop]

Chancethecanine I remember that one..

[@dr.barrycohn5461]

I think it was his nose...and a little bit his eyes.

[@stevengoldstein7890]

Yes sir it was the ice definitely the eyes cold cold as ice kill you as just as soon look at you great Badman

[@Head318Hunter]

Angel Eyes = the best villain in Western movie history.

[@gregoutcalt6773]

The best pipe smoking bad guy outlaw ever.

[@Volaris27]

LOL!

[@TheNorthernMist]

I saw him in Captain Apache in the early 70's...loved it as a kid.

[@rainedevries3451]

I've always wondered if Lee had it in his contract to have the most gorgeous black horse in the Eastwood films. Thank you Jerry for this great video -- Lee Van Cleef is one of the best character actors ever!

[@stretchlimo7275]

I totally agree Lee was truly one of the great ones, and your right he always sported the most beautiful black horse👍🏼🐴

[@shaunbritton939]

It was a circus horse cause he couldn't ride properly he was scared lol that's why he had that horse

[@RHR-221b]

@@shaunbritton939 = 🤡

[@Utoober729]

My dad was the same age. He was out of high school when Pearl Harbor happened. He enlisted in the Navy right away and was off to fight. Luckily he came back alive or I wouldn't be born. Both he and Lee belonged to the Greatest Generation. RIP Lee and my dad ❤

[@TracySmith-xy9tq]

My Dad was almost exactly a year older, and he, too, graduated high school at 17 and joined the Navy, but ended up on a carrier

[@timepoet77]

My favorite Western bad guy

[@joshuawaltz9484]

Lee Van Cleef was so awesome as a actor. Thanks for all the great videos Jerry.

[@michaelratliff905]

One of kind..a Veteran..from a time when actors Loved their Country...he will live on forever....Col.Mortimer

[@steverodgers8425]

When on screen you couldn't help but be drawn to him. "That guy...he looks dangerous!"

[@0tt0z]

Exactly!

[@davidgodley521]

This guy was a World War 11 veteran. He served on a Navy mine Sweeper. He was a deckerated War veteran. He later became an actor. He always wore a cowboy hat so that his head wouldn't have to be seen. He was loosing his hair. Remember the Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!

[@angrybear2332]

World war 11 huh? That's a new one

[@rehab5355]

He was also an accountant for a while, as was his Father!

[@davidgodley521]

World War 2!

[@Methadone4Life]

One of my all-time faves. As a lover of the Spaghetti Westerns, especially the Leone films, Lee was absolutely a legend. Left us all too soon, but thankfully a lot of work for us to cherish for many moons to come. RIP Angel Eyes!

[@KTHKUHNKK]

I swear Jerry I don't know how you do it man but you are great at this. Keith

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Keith, my friend. Jerry

[@WhiteStone21475]

64 - He died very young. Loved his work. Thank you for the video. A welcome change from recent events.

[@ktloz2246]

If you were born in 1900, you had a pretty good chance of dying by your 50th birthday. So no, he did not died very young.

[@lorrainetreves8364]

I grew up with him and the movies of his era. Luke a child, that I was, I believed whole his performance. What an achievement in his acting. I can't imagine ANYONE else doing his work. Heartfelt condolences to his family

[@jamescampbell39]

According to Spaghetti Western Lore, Lee was one of the fastest draws ever to grace the screen. His character of Douglas Mortimer became so popular he even had his own Italian comic book series.

[@titiadamoita5630]

Really? I'd love to see it, but can't seem to find it

[@NathanChun-y6u]

I heard he was faster than Eastwood

[@thegreenman7]

I love Lee Van Cleef!!! Thanks for the video!!! Cheers!!!

[@bosse641]

He sure was a cool cat. ....one of my favorite actors.

[@rainbowmartialarts]

There's nobody out here like you. Thank you so much.

[@welshwarrior5263]

Amazing character actor with a look that could turn you to stone.

[@TekgraFX101]

Another fine documentary

[@billsomrak]

Van Cleef looked to have lived 94 years in the 64 years that he was on earth. He also played parts on Gunsmoke, Have Gun Will Travel & Bonanza .. all popular TV Westerns.

[@davidsigalow7349]

I've been watching the 30-minute "Gunsmoke" episodes on the Inspiration Channel. In addition to just being great shows, they are character- actor heaven. To date, we've seen Strother Martin ( frequently), Chuck Connors, Ross Martin, DeForest Kelly, Richard Deacon, John Carradine, Claude Akins, Frank DeKova, Robert Middleton, Raymond Bailey, Werner Klemperer, Jack Weston....seems like everyone passed through Dodge City!

[@creedysgirl]

And don't forget The Rifleman.

[@lillianflorence6056]

Palladin, was the title, have gun will tra al was the theme tune,

[@rainicascadia5514]

Oh thank you Mr. Skinner! I love Lee Van Cleef! Was having a sad day. Then a video from you popped up and cheered me!♥

[@gmatwotimes]

Another STELLAR job Mr. Skinner!!! So many great details we never knew growing up watching him! I remember mom and daddy took us to the drive inn to see Hang em High and The Good Bad and Ugly. Lee scared me when I was a kid but now it’s just awesome memories and as an adult now…I was thinking of him last week and I thought I bet he was a teddy bear and sure enough you said it!!! I was like awwwww and I tilted my head and grabbed my heart for that sweet man. So thank you again!!! I will probably watch it again lol🥰🥰🥰

[@plymouthduster2252]

I remember watching him play the dual roles of the preacher and the gunfighter that were twin brothers in God's Gun. Great video as always Jerry

[@craigbenz4835]

Thanks for this one. I always wanted to know.

[@kaycox5555]

One of the GREATS....Miss him....

[@gregorymclaughlin7616]

Great actor. I grew up watching Van Cleef and Eastwood in the spaghetti western. Love his gangster roles as well. Great documentary.

[@bissonboy7130]

Lets thank Sergio Leone, Lee could have retired and not left us with his memorable Spaghetti performances.

[@MarcusAurelius21]

Absolutely and don't forget Escape From New York too

[@jillblase6820]

Thank you, thank you, Jerry. This is one of my favorites, I love turning on the movie channel and seeing Lee in one of his many westerns. I can never turn him off, one great bad of the bad. Love you Jerry, please keep em coming. Jill and Augie Blase, Winter springs, Florida 🤠

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Jill and Augie, my friends. Jerry

[@waywardchild4678]

Angel Eyes. Wish I could have seen his 30 foot dive into rough seas to save the ship's dog. Good man. RIP

[@twilightpurpleglow]

I loved Lee Van Cleef "he had that look". Such a good actor died so young. Very interesting anecdotes of his life; with saving that dog from the ocean I love him more. Glad his daughter is still around we are both from 48'. May he rest in peace. Thanks again Jerry.

[@KTHKUHNKK]

As far as I'm concerned it's an award winner Jerry. Keith

[@KTHKUHNKK]

@Quotation Station Jerry always does awesome stuff. Keith Kuhn KK Motion Pictures also on KZbin

[@Backcountryhunter]

Thank You Mr. Skinner & team !!!!

[@dr.barrycohn5461]

Lee was reputed to be a very sweet fellow who died way before his time. Lee was 100% correct, in not fixing his nose. It was his nose that may have gotten parts, but he acted perfectly.

[@blueenglishstaffybreeder6956]

One of my favourite old time western actors, loved him

[@wmunny6799]

Remarkable and unforgetable actor who stands out in his movies. Great actor! May he RIP. Very good documentary as always Mr. Jerry. Thanks!

[@kathleenfleming7519]

I always loved his eyes. They are very piercing, and intense. He was a great actor.

[@nicolaiitchenko7610]

One of the greatest character actors of the time and definitely the "Best of the Bad" Once again Mr Skinner, you have made a brilliant, educational, complete and respectful video biography - a job that you do better than any other... Thank You

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Frank for taking time to watch. Jerry

[@shaffer4220]

Great video! I STILL/continue to watch LVC movies. He is an American hero. Wish I had the chance to shake his hand.

[@lilyguava9417]

Thank you!

[@RockyRoadJY]

I didn't realize he was so young when he passed away. A huge loss to all of us who loved him. Thank you for yet another excellent video, your time and effort.

[@ktloz2246]

If you were born in 1900, you had a pretty good chance of dying by your 50th birthday. So he did not die very young.

[@hikerx9366]

Love this guy immensely, such a good actor....R.I.P. always Lee.💜

[@glynstimpson]

Great video best screen villain of all time

[@daved7024]

Thanks Jerry for another in depth documentary about Lee Van Cleef. I always loved his acting. RIP Lee😊

[@Colin1342]

Thank you Jerry for another detailed history of a great actor. “Best of the bad” says it all.

[@ronboxhall7716]

He was one magnificent actors loved watching him. He new how to play a real outlaw bless you mate

[@CarlGoldmam]

Very underrated actor. Thank God Sergio got him in his movies.

[@patrickfennell6372]

He shined in The Young Lions and High Noon, small roles but he made people notice.

[@Volaris27]

Im privilaged to see yet another first class documentary from Mr. Jerry Skinner. Ive missed your work so much and Im so happy to see this new about Van Cleef. Thank you so much for all your great work Mr. Skinner, you're a real gem. xoxo

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Marie, like the white tiger. Jerry

[@kevinmichaelcallihansr5053]

Very interesting and well spoken. Thank you kindly.

[@rainbowmartialarts]

Thank you so much for your videos. I wish I could thank you in person!

[@DanutRedean]

Cel mai mare artist al filmelor Western..după părerea mea.Dumnezeu să-l odihnească în pace

[@WilliamC1966]

Thank you for this!! Made my day! Now back to some VanCleef classics for me!

[@bonniekaye]

*Awesome actor!* *My brother's eyes are identical to Lee's!* ❤🌷❤

[@markhazzard9730]

Wonderful biopic of an American movie icon. Thank you!

[@corinneone]

The best of the “quite regal-bad “. Silver Screen Spaghetti Westerns came to be because of him.

[@steveyoerger7989]

Good work, Jerry!

[@joeschmoe2663]

Great documentary about LEE VAN CLEEF,I LOVE THESE DOCUMENTARIES,THANK YOU JERRY SKINNER,WITHOUT YOU I WOULDN'T KNOW ABOUT SOME GREAT ACTORS OF THE PAST

[@johnwayne3101]

Love all his movies. Thank you for this Great video!!

[@martinmalloy8119]

Thank you for another fantastic biopic Vielen Dank from Germany

[@oifiismith]

Another well done and very entertaining video, Jerry. Mahalo and Aloha 🌸🤙🌸

[@goodolzimm5827]

It's great to be haunted by those you present to us. Thanks Again Jerry.

[@Steve-Pitt]

Excellent video and excellent choice. Lee Van Cleef was one of a kind. His iconic role as The Bad will never be surpassed. "I almost forgot. He gave me a thousand. I think his idea was that I kill you. But you know, the pity is, when I'm paid... ...I always follow my job through. You know that."

[@donprice9050]

Great video. I love character actors! More, please!!

[@grumpyoldwizard]

Great as always.

[@magirusdeutzjupiter2234]

Thanks for all the videos, including this of the legendary LVC ! One of the best western actors going, and can not thank him enough for his acting, which was brilliant. LVC got me through my youth, watching his movies over and over again especially the spaghetti westerns. R.I.P. LVC, we salute you.

[@mikeevans7381]

For those of you watching for the first time this is one of those hidden gems on KZbin. I've learned so much from Mr. Skinner even the videos that I'm not that interested in end up thoroughly entertaining me this is great work. 🤔👏💯

[@Nobody21076]

Love me some Jerry Skinner!! Thanks Jerry!

[@DrummingMan1]

Top drawer as always Mr. Skinner! Lee was the baddest of the bad!

[@marinaknife4595]

Always loved him as an actor - never knew about him saving the dog in Navy - so lovely! - And he was a portraitist - Love it when you find out an actor you like, turns out to be a decent & good person too. Thank you for this really interesting & informative video much appreciated.

[@rolfsinkgraven]

Great video, saw all his films loved his acting.

[@lonecrapshooter67]

Thanks Jerry!

[@marceau425]

Hell yeah a new one!!!!

[@jasonlindsey9946]

Those eyes meant business. Another Hollywood legend.

[@lakelizard8145]

Such a familiar face - bad as and all. Always good to see your videos. Hope you're doing well.

[@zero_bs_tolerance8646]

Thanks, Mr. S. Really good vid.

[@rexd.burgess8730]

The first time I ever seen Lee Van Cleef was in The Good, The Bad & The Ugly, then the bounty hunter in one of those "Dollars" Films with Clint. Then at some point I watched High Noon and spotted him there! Then Escape From NY, Death Rides A Horse, etc. I haven't seen everything he's been in but I'm working on it! I've always said that, in the movies, you can't have an effective hero without an exceedingly great bad ass bad guy. Lee Van Cleef is just that good :) RIP. Also, I'd like to thank his family for his WWII service.

[@michaelbaumgardner2530]

Definitely the original bad guy,excellent documentary as always...Thanks Jerry.

[@KTHKUHNKK]

Hi Jerry Keith here. I'm going to say it before I even watch your video. I know this is a winner. You are the best buddy. Standby I got one for you, nothing as great as yours but this is pretty good. Keith Kuhn

[@JerrySkinner1943]

O.K.

[@brendahenson211]

I love this actor. He is a bad ass🙂.

[@jillhuddle7379]

Great story ..Great video Always liked him in the westerns...

[@virginia7191]

His scene in “The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms” was my favorite of the entire movie!

[@stevesrepairs5778]

Thanks Jerry, he was the best of the bad but he was a great actor. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@excop243]

Another classic one. Keep them coming Jerry . Jeffrey Randall

[@clife4833]

Thumbs up for that man they don't have actors like that anymore, I miss alot of them down right Great Movies...!

[@frankmarullo228]

I don't know how you do it Jerry ,, But keep it up , Thank you Frank from montana...

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Frank, thank you i like Montana a beautiful place. Jerry

[@wendeqallab6656]

As usual the best documentary .He was the original bad guy and he did it so well.

[@robertrhodessr3664]

He has always been one of our favorite actors. Thank you So Much for another fine presentation. My wife and I look forward to all your podcasts, they are always direct, on point and sometimes humorous , but always sincere. Thank you again.

[@figracula1]

Watched The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly so many times with my dad, he loved that movie. I see him and all I think is "Angel Eyes." Thanks for the information, very interesting.

[@vladtheimpala5532]

Lee Van Cleef, a good guy who was a great bad guy. I wish I could have known him. Thank you Jerry Skinner for another great video.

[@locklear2478]

Making the black hat and bad guy roles look cool. I don’t think many could do that as well.

[@anglohero6295]

I absolutely love him. His presence on the screen outshown everyone else. So charismatic and in my mind he had a beautiful face, those eyes and those cheekbones ,wow! R.I.P. Mr. Lee Van Cleef.

[@deerhoda7574]

Nicely done. Thank you Jerry.

[@kpflo123]

That was absolutely awesome! The speaker's voice is the best! I've heard him do other biographies. Thank you 😊.

[@lindalue4504]

Thanks Jerry another great actor always liked him In the spaghetti westerns .

[@abc10355]

I love your intense blue eyes in your cowboy movies.Every cowboy fan loves ya. BROTHER!!!. Thanks for giving.

[@francesrude3007]

Hi Mr. Jerry. Good to hear you. Great documentary (as always)

[@lorijones3294]

Thank you for your videos, you do a wonderful job and I enjoy them.