LIBERACE Car Museum & Costumes in LAS VEGAS

[@PhotoBrad]

I met Liberace in 1985 at his beachfront condo in Malibu. I was working as a furniture delivery guy and we delivered a truckload of furniture to him. I rang the doorbell and it was answered by "Cary James" (his bf at the time) and I felt strange asking if Liberace was home. Mr. Liberace ended up chatting with me and he even introduced me to his shar-pei dogs. He could see I was fascinated by their wrinkles, so he explained the history of the breed as Chinese guard dogs. Whenever I see shar-pei dogs, I think of Liberace. I remember he was wearing a subdued powder blue button down shirt and navy blue slacks with just a single (but huge) diamond ring. He was soft spoken and almost shy, but very friendly. It was a thrill to meet him.

[@spookygirl7761]

Cool story. Thank you.

[@phillipecook3227]

Great story.

[@manofthehour6856]

Although I wasn't a fan as his style and taste isn't my thing, I have no doubt that Liberace was a truly great and decent person as evidenced by your story. I would love to have met him because he comes across as a gentle yet straighforward person.

[@ze_german2921]

Did you stay for Tea?

[@lindaweinstein4846]

Yes he told that story on his guard dogs on the Oprah show

[@boblachance7014]

Here's a brief story of the London taxi at the museum. On one of Liberace's visits to England he saw this cab and decided to buy it. When it had the taxi shipped to the states after it was converted to US specs he used to park the taxi at his Palm Springs home. When Liberace had friends arriving at the airport he would pick them up at the airport in this London taxi cab. My late Mom was the Archivest and Historian for the Liberace Museum in Las Vegas, NV. I've heard a great deal of Liberace information throughout my life. This includes some information on the cars in this video.

[@crabstick250]

I'm glad his stuff didn't just fade away. I went to the museum in the late 80s. Looooved it!! His costumes!! His cars!! His jewelery!! Great showman and musician. Gone way too soon. 😢

[@thebestisyettocome4114]

Greetings; You have a unique KZbin channel. Lee, was a personal friend and fantastic cook. He loved his homes and was a excellent host. We both own homes in Palm Springs, he had more than one up there. He is missed even today. Benjamin Hahn Beverly Hills CA

[@kimberleyblair3392]

what a privilege to have known him.he was a beautiful generous gentleman. lovely personality.

[@boblachance7014]

My late Mom Pauline Lachance was the Historian and Archivist for the Liberace Museum. I recall many of the stories about his life I would hear at home. My Mom had a great memory for all things Liberace. She could recall minute facts about any aspect of a costume, piano, car, etc. She started as a tour guide and eventually became the Historian and Archivist. It's amazing how I recall so much of information about is life through my late Mom.

[@robertasinger8516]

My father was a door man at the Hilton Hotel Downtown Cincinnati Ohio. Liberace rolled into town doing a show. He had trunks with costumes in them. My father says 6 men he had with him could not lift these trunks. Liberace lifted them with ease and placed them gently into flatbed to go up o h Is room. Not even put of breath. He continues until all are taken to his room. He wore a wig you know. He was so strong, loved his taste so ahead of his time.

[@mlackey9812]

Nice, nice video. As twenty 'somethings' my brother lived in 'the springs' and it was always a treat to knock on Liberace's and ask for directions to ....somewhere.... Yes, he would personally answer, smile, and do his best to help us on our way. I'm pretty sure he 'knew' what we were doing and just was extremely gracious. Rest in Peace Mr. L. you were a gentleman to the end!!

[@frankiemerone8863]

Liberace had a private Dinner at my Grandfathers Italian restaurant in South Florida in the early 80s . I was just a Baby but they said He was a very nice Man . My Grandfather still has a enlarge Picture of Liberace in His restaurant .

[@mogadon7]

2.20 - old London taxi ! From England.

[@TotalSinging]

the story on the taxi - Liberace often used the vintage taxi to pick up his guests at the airport. When Li was bored he would take the taxi to the airport and give free rides to tourists to their hotels just to meet and talk to them. How do I know? he gave a ride to my parents to the Sands when they visited Vegas in the late 70s.

[@kuyabillromjue6892]

My Mom listened to his music and I was exposed to that growing up. I have a Huge Appreciation for his Music and Style. NO ONE could play Piano the way he did. Great vlog, Jordan ! Thank You.

[@TuesdayAfternoon]

These cars are incredible! The white Rolls Royce with the glittery design is gorgeous! Love seeing the costumes and hearing the interesting history. Liberace was such a Showman. I really liked the movie Behind the Candelabra. I couldn’t imagine Michael Douglas as Liberace, but he did such an awesome job! Thank you Jordan for another great vlog!

[@danbrown8983]

The taxi was used for picking up friends at the airport I seen it on a KZbin video of his car's

[@christinec.2372]

Liberace himself hosts showing off his cars. Quite amazing video. It's a taxi from London he had painted white..kept the London coin fare machine attached. He thought it was cool to have his guests get picked up in his custom London Taxi cab

[@lynnecarter5012]

This is wonderful thank you. I've been to his Museum twice which was never enough. So good to know his stuff is being showcased. He was an amazing performer. I hear a wonderful generous man

[@Brace67]

I think poor Liberace would have been mortified to have seen “Behind the Candelabra”. Michael Douglas was superb in the title role. I recall a much more sedate Liberace in the days of black and white TV and watching him play, occasionally with his brother George who played the violin. Liberace wore a formal tuxedo in those days, no rhinestone costumes then, but on the piano was a candelabra.

[@victoriaberryhill5318]

Omg Liberace would have been mortified. He was such a private person. I like to remember him as a great performer. He passed when I was 8

[@rogerpritchard]

Awful movie.

[@Brace67]

@@rogerpritchard I disagree. I think Michael Douglas performance was one of the best if his career. He actually became Liberace. I know though that this movie could never have been made during Liberace’s lifetime. Most folks knew he was a flaming queen but I remember when he first began to become popular on TV. He was very subdued in those days and not at all like what he eventually became.

[@JennasMusic76]

Jordan Thank you soooooo much for this video!!! I am a HUGE Liberace fan, and really appreciate you keeping his memory alive. My Gram met him in Vegas in the 60's and said he was so kind. She is 95, and I can't wait to share your vid with her.

[@richardstoc]

Wonder if you got to visit Liberace home in Las Vegas it does require a reservation to schedule a visit for tours and because its in a residential neighborhood . it is used for special events as well.The man who purchased the home has restored and renovated it after it had been abandoned after Liberace death It is very interesting that the mansion was the only thing that was not taken care of by the executors of the estate.

[@maga6252]

Second car in the museum is an English taxi which Lee bought whilst on holiday in London, England. He had it repainted white because all the taxis in operation are in standard black. The meter can only take pounds, shillings and pences. #YoureWelcome

[@robertmccall346]

I loved those old taxis. Good headroom and legroom, with open area for luggage which had to be well secured. I preferred the original black finish.

[@cerhart7172]

Thanks for the confirmation. I thought it was an Austin London taxi, but I wasn't sure.

[@curvesholladay1207]

Thank you Jordan & Breck! I loved the original museum. It was more hands on. We were able to play the piano & try on costumes, and as you said, there were many more cars. I come from a long line of sparkly women, so I’d have been a huge Liberace fan back in the day. 💍✨💃🏻 A true Showman!

[@debbiemoeller2169]

I saw the Liberace museum in 1991. Amazing. The cars, costumes...extravagant, yet so cool. I saw that movie. It was actually good. I dont know if I liked Micheal Douglas playing him but was a good story. Thank you Jordan. What a great vlog. Much love to you, Jah and Breck ❤❤❤❤

[@faerieSAALE]

SECRETLY - we all wish we had more bling and pizzaz in our lives. Liberace was a living legend in his time - now we admire his music and extravagant belongings.

[@janetphillips2875]

Absolutely!! And for people not to look at you strange because you look nice, your hair combed and just plain old clean.

[@MichelleMybelle61]

Used to love watching Liberace. on t.v in the 70s🌺🥰

[@royferguson3909]

what I enjoy ...though I am a homophobic, aith a dislike to piano music. Liberace was as " cool as fck" , he danced to his own tune. I salute him p.s. I not homophobic, I just an attention seeker. He appears to be so kind. My nan, my dear Nan , absolutely adored him . What is there not to like . .X.

[@dawnbenchley7237]

Loved the cars. Liberance was a great showman. My mom had an album of his. Loved his music.

[@themiccrazy]

Liberace was such a showman. I remember watching his specials on tv.

[@TonyandSusie-MillersontheMove]

We went through the museum this week and it was so interesting. His cars are so glamorous!🥰 We met the President of his foundation while we were there he was so nice, he said the are expanding the exhibit in April and it will include the Faberge Egg. Thanks so much for Vlogging such great things. It motivates us to travel to see them.

[@debbiem9218]

I thought all things Liberace were gone when the museum closed down, nice to see some of it has been brought back. Love the song Georgie Girl and Memories playing in the background! Jordan you sound like you're getting a cold or something please take care of yourself!

[@glerybecerra3112]

Thank you for sharing this amazing display, Liberace remains dazzling as always!

[@TheMartinick]

Saw the original Liberace Museum. I so remember watching his show in the late '50's. In those days he wore a tux on stage and of course, a candelabra was ever-present on top the piano. He seemed like such a nice personae. My Mom saw him several times in Vegas and said he was so flamboyant and fun! RIP, Mr. Liberace!

[@レオのまま]

元祖ギンギラギンのリベラーチ、衣装だけでなく車までギンギラギンやピアノついてるとかスゴすぎる！

[@diningroomfish5470]

He was a special person, he will always be missed, people like Lee and Elvis, once in a lifetime, really sad how things ended for lee and Elvis, RIP GUYS

[@patriciabarkley735]

What a wonderful life to be so talented and lead such an interesting and amazing life. I have loved him since I was a little girl.

[@rocker76m88]

Me too

[@TJSINGS63]

Love all your vlogs so diverse. I spent 15 years as an ETA, let me assure you Elvis never had sequins. Always semi-precious stones and highly polished studs or embroidery.

[@BethCampbell-b9c]

I met him once, after a performance of his. Then we went to the museum in Las Vegas, many, many years later. While going on the tour, the docent there was talking about how tall he was, nearing 6’ tall. I laughed and told her I had actually met him, and we stood eyeball to eyeball! I’m 5’5”!

[@robertradcliffeiii5464]

That London taxi cab is a 1957 model that he bought in London and had shipped to the U.S. and he used it to pick his guests up from the airport. The carpet used to be all red.

[@skyhawk182]

This has been a fantastic trip, and all the cool car museums have been extra special, one of my passions! Thanks so much! 😎

[@joeveal8282]

Hey my sweet Jordan. Ive been under the weather. Looking at Lee's homes and cars certainly occupies time. With holidays coming up, i need all the pep i can get.

[@cerhart7172]

If a person appreciates nothing else about him, Liberace was a master showman. He was a talented musician without question, but his showmanship set him leagues above the crowd.

[@michaelmcmanus3241]

the white car is a london taxi he bought in the uk it was originally black he had it sprayed white, he used to pick up guests at the airport in it who came to visit him

[@mariaday712]

Great vlog. Love the Liberace Car Museum. Beautiful cars and costumes. I am wondering what did they do with all the things from the Liberace museum when they closed it? He was very flashy but seemed to be a nice person too. Thank you for bringing us here. I enjoyed this. Safe travels and take care you two. Can't wait to see where we go tomorrow.

[@Threetails]

According to Liberace himself, the taxi was used to pick up guests at the airport. Probably picked up a few dates too. And why not? It's a charming car.

[@sandranokes7443]

Yes I could see him walking his dog in that red suit.That was his trademark. To be as spangled as he could. But his personality always out shined anything else. He seemed to be a good person, who gave the world what they wanted. But once he started playing that piano, all the flash and bang faded and his talent shined the most. He was an amazing pianist. As you are showing us around and talking, I'm listening to him play the piano and even hearing it like this, gets me.

[@ivegotthedocuments9963]

Liberace himself talks about his cars in the documentary “The World of Liberace.” It’s here on KZbin.

[@LindaCarter-m5z]

I loved Liberace. He seemed very charming. Thanks for sharing this exhibit to us Jordan! Your the best! Keep up the great work. I always look forward to watching! Thanks again! ❤ 14:50

[@whatadollslife]

I watched another video of him getting inside that gold car ...and he had that taxi shipped from UK and painted it from black to white

[@advlandvideo]

I agree, I only watched Behind the Candelabra for Matt Damon and it was better than I had anticipated. And it is always a pleasure to see screen used props. Thanks.

[@maryc5353]

Pretty cool. I have friends who moved to Las Vegas who talked about the Liberace museum. I said that I thought the Liberace museum was in Palm Springs. Shows how much I know. Hey, I hope you take a trip to Palm Springs this year.

[@dirkbonesteel]

When very young I attempted to crawl across the table to pass Liberace / Cousin Lee the butter. He used to come to my Grandparent's house in Havertown Pa.once a year when he was playing the Philadelphia area. Have never seen most of these cars, thank you. There is a new Liberace Museum that would have been open this year but the virus put it to a halt. Believe it's on or right off the strip

[@suefox6164]

I'm so glad to see the cars are being well cared for. And I'm going to watch the movie as well. Thanks again Jordan!

[@angie2017]

Such a amazing video as always. I love that volksroyce or whatever it is. It's sooooo cute. It's sad to think it just sits and hasn't been out since 2015. Thank you for making all these bucket list items happen for me Jordan. So glad you living your dream, lets me live out seeing things of my dreams. Have a great everything. 😊

[@wendyst.germain4482]

I think the white taxi is the 1957 English taxi Liberace bought. Apparently it still has a working meter in pounds, shillings and pence.

[@jillniemczynski5517]

Those look like Pegasus the winged horse on the mirrored Phantom 5. Cool video! Thanks! My husband will love this one! PS Pegasus is on the RR Junior too.

[@Kittycat822]

They would make the window out of Lexan...basically a polycarbonate. My ex was a custom car upholsterer and need to get glass for a chopped 58 Cadillac convertible. The regular glass kept cracking so they had to do Lexan.

[@neilforbes416]

In about 1974, possibly earlier, Liberace was a guest on an Australian afternoon talk show, "The Mike Walsh Show" which, at the time was still going out from Station TEN-Sydney. In the knowledge of Liberace's car collection hobby, he was presented with one of the earliest Australian icon cars, either a 48-215 or an FJ model Holden sedan. It is NOT seen here.

[@robrepublic1]

Those piano lessons certainly paid off.

[@Jakki61]

The white taxi, is one of London's Black cabs. It looks like a 60/70's model. As they don't have the luggage space by the driver anymore.

[@frankiemerone8863]

Could not stop laughing when You said imagine seeing Liberace wearing that outfit walking His Dog

[@chumbley88]

So nice! Really impressive how beautiful these cars are 👌

[@Crackofthebat5]

Love your stuff Jordan, started watching this week for the first time

[@yolandadelazerda207]

Welcome to the newest Lionheart!

[@josephdockemeyer4807]

I'm almost as new as you. So, I'll say welcome to us both. 🦁 On the way to a million... 😍

[@shellymusgrove3328]

Thanks for your vlogs on Liberace. I visited the museum back in the day. I’m a Truman (there was a pic of the Pres with Lee). I never knew anything about this guy until watching your videos today. Just wow.

[@stellertonybeller1972]

The Taxi Liberace used to pick up Friends at the Airport ........ i got the story from someone who commented on the Liberace fan page on Facebook ......... he actually seen Liberace at the Airport and took pictures and he signed autographs .......

[@savages4898]

WoW Jordan a bradley GT sweet memories.Me and a friend had the privlege of building 2 bradley GT in Holleywod. As i rember it was a kit you bought cost bout 6k It was made to fit a VW pan.Love to the Jahster Lionheart for life. Bruce

[@originalredneckgirl]

I had an elderly friend in St. Louis who said she went out with Lee's brother and had went on many dates with Lee with them.. she had some wild tales .. It was a joy just to sit and talk to her.. she wasnt demented or anything she wasnt that old but I was in my 20s

[@RhettyforHistory]

Imagine the costs of those cars and then the insurance!

[@maryc5353]

And the washing...

[@RhettyforHistory]

@@maryc5353 Yes!

[@valeriegruben39]

Breck has the best aura to him..you are blessed to have a friend like him :). WOOT WOOT

[@darylturcott]

another great group of cars. as ATW would say, I enjoyed it vicariously, because who knows if i will ever travel to vegas.

[@imrosieposie2010]

I think that they are unicorns on the side of that car. Not reindeer 😀 wow he was extravagant

[@squidmistress]

Great video Jordan. I’ve been loving the stuff you’ve been doing recently and it’s cool that your hanging out with brek it’s good to see him xx

[@pamelakern2849]

Liberace cars were very unique. (of course) Loved Behind the Candelabra. A great informative vlog . Great trip 🤗

[@DazewithJordantheLion]

Thanks!

[@hellerjerry]

after seeing your house tour today was neat to go back and find this

[@KellyK387]

This guys channel is so interesting and he’s easy on the eyes too 😏🥳 really good movie behind the candelabra is. My husband wouldn’t watch it at first and I put it on in bed and he was glued to the tv and said it was so entertaining

[@feralLove]

Liberate had impeccable taste!! 😁 Bet he could have easily been given the title of "King of Bling" during his time of entertainment and maybe even today!! The elevator music rendition of the song "the way we were" playing in the background though! 😨

[@1SeanBond]

A Fantastic veiw i had to watch this one again! Excellent content Jordan!

[@ViolaLenoraAvelon]

Jordan - "Could you imagine seeing him out walking his dog in this." Funny!!!

[@queenroyalty4325]

Let's get this dude a million subscribers!

[@wellardsmith3629]

I'll need to include this when i visit Vegas in April. Once in a life time.

[@mrDCunningham]

My brother George haha. He was definitely flamboyant and extravagant. But he was truly a great Entertainer. World class. Again another great vlog👍🏻😎

[@RobertJacka33degree]

If you search KZbin he talks about several cars in his collection, the taxi he had in palm springs when he would pick up guests at the airport.

[@thepeteles]

4:39 "Can you imagine Liberace walking his dog 🐕 in this?" Yes. I actually can imagine Liberace walking 🚶‍♀️ his dog 🐕 in that costume. Lol

[@elladunfee6706]

Usually, i don't like a lot of flash. But, i loved this. Clothes & the cars were wonderful! Great vlog!!!

[@famous21me]

Plz come back and take the $100.00 tour? Excellent!! 🔥🔥🔥👍😁

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

The window on the bradley gt is plexiglas. A replacement could me made easily by someone that knows how too work with plexiglas.

[@Brace67]

I had read that his beautiful home in Las Vegas had fallen into disrepair.

[@mikeotolski9549]

Liberace had the cab redone in his style and had his guests brought over in it. There is a video with Liberace talking and showing the cab.

[@jasonmcgovern1364]

Hi Jordan and Breck, oh my, how OUTRAGEOUS were those cars. Mind you, if you have OUTRAGEOUS CARS you must have OUTRAGEOUS outfits aswell, what a showman. Well, even though the Liberace Museum has gone , it's nice to know that a little bit has survived. Really enjoying your road trip guys. Great vlog Jordan.

[@rickchris7698]

Right as he spoke "How would you replace a window like that?", the video was interrupted by a commercial for Mercedes Benz Collision Centers. Timing is everything. ;-)

[@shycheyenne9460]

This was Great! Love car museums and this one was wild .Ty

[@greglittle1349]

Did I hear you say there was reindeer on the side of the Rolls Royce Jordan? Looked like Show Ponies to me” lol Great to see some of your other fans had fond memories of meeting Liberace Loved the walk around the museum... keep the great walks & talks coming Jordan... Best Wishes 😃

[@patbowman6723]

Bougatti announced today that the just sold a 2019 custom Bougatti for a mere $19 million. The buyer doesn't want to be named. Can you imagine a ride in that car? Can you imagine what the insurance costs? I guess if you can buy a car for $19 million you don't worry about insurance.

[@joeytan5730]

The first video I saw of yours was about William Desmond Taylor and even since then I've been hooked. Thank you for making all these amazing videos, it's seriously my favorite to watch. 😁

[@ericundertaker4994]

Was just in warren,Mich last night..

[@mdkutzler8495]

Nobody at the time really wanted to admit it but truth be told, Libby was cool we the public enjoyed the extravagance.

[@lbjordan9083]

If not mistaken sounds like Liberace piano playing in background.

[@pdxer8895]

I would have loved to see the Liberace museum. Way to go 50K plus.....50K thumbs up!!!!! Breck we love you..... Never be Scared.

[@holgerhn6244]

most glamorous barn ever!

[@quinniquinn9970]

I remember walking past his house in las vegas when I was younger to go to my friends house.

[@soda_king]

It's amazing how terrible that neighborhood got over the years isn't it

[@victoriaberryhill5318]

I dont know if you still checks these old ones. But what happened to his outfits. Only asking because they have a museum in Las Vegas of all the old signs and I saw Liberace's sign there. Thats how I knew it was gone. That was in 2010 I believe. I am wondering because his cars are awesome

[@rosalieallen8828]

Liberace.. extravagance 2 the max farrr... so dig the piano car, things like that tickle my imagination lol.

[@daphnenapier1102]

Lovely cars magnificent just like him

[@celestine811]

A lot of bling needed to put my shades on ! Nice one Jordan and Brek ! :-)

[@lindadanis9568]

Was that Georgie Girl playing in the background? Great exhibit, I will definitely watch that movie.

[@allisonmarlow184]

I honestly had to google "Gorgeous George," even though I heard of him as a child always in connection with Liberace. Now it makes sense!! And Liberace looks like him! Just look at the hair alone!! Loved the movie, "Behind the Candelabra" -- Just look at its stars! Michael Douglas and Matt Damon! This museum was amazing! Wow. Matt Damon drove the ACTUAL car in the movie! Pinch me!

[@janadeubner9883]

Beautiful cars and clothes! I had forgotten how extravagant he was!