Liberace Documentary

Here is a Liberace Documentary from the 1990s

[@leokimvideo]

Like most successful people Liberace was a hard worker to make it big. He also took risks to be the first to do things in entertainment that are the norm today.

[@davidcruz9780]

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[@starquant]

How so?.. He was always accepted as a prodigy, he wasn't staving and he kept his Homosexuality to himself and on a need to know basis. You need a reality check.

[@bostonblackie9503]

@@starquant Elton John stole his act! Oh and went as far as getting married to a member of the opposite sex to secure his image! A different time a different era.

[@lisahinton9682]

@@starquant You're very rude! If you disagree with someone, you don't have to insult them! You wouldn't have said what you said if you hadn't been on the Internet! Shame on you, you mean person!

[@starquant]

@@lisahinton9682 Grow up.. Stating facts is not being rude. Learn to know the difference. Someone like Harvey Milk took risks, Liberace certainly did not. Perhaps you need a reality check as well?.

[@Wolferal]

Don't let that innocent smile fool you. He was a ferocious pianist. He never missed a note and was an extremely skilled performer of the highest level.

[@HRH-THO-II]

This is not true at all. He was a good commercial pianist. But he was not a Van Clyburn...

[@Wolferal]

@@HRH-THO-II -- He blew Van away.

[@ScotttheCyborg]

And did so wearing a costume that could exceed 100 pounds. It would be easy to overcompensate and miss notes wearing that much. A true showman and gentleman.

[@liamsandal6360]

@@HRH-THO-II Again with your Van Cliburn comments...

[@jerriehill2289]

@@HRH-THO-IIVan who?

[@brucegwynn47]

Say what you want but this dude had class and loved everyone, it would pay today's celebrities to be half as good an genuine as Lee was, rest in peace piano man! The real piano man!

[@ClaudioBulgarelli]

I know that Liberace + Debbie Reynolds + Milton Berle are ALL in GODS HEAVENLY REALM !!!

[@bjohnson1149]

The truth is Liberace took care of his mother but she was overbearing and often cruel. When she died he was known to say, "I'm finally free."

[@mf-cv4ve]

Poor man, he deserved to be loved

[@MB-vu3ow]

Yes, his close friend Steve Garvey witnessed it.

[@justinelliott3529]

@@MB-vu3owthe baseball player?

[@madelainewinger7014]

My mother loved him, and we never missed an appearance on tv in the 70's. He definitely had charm. Seemed like a genuinely nice man. RIP

[@gigigiseleworld]

📿🥀🙏

[@nomadmarine0331]

When he died I was sad and it was the first time I realized that a talent is lost each time someone like Lee passes. So much talent. It cannot be preserved sadly.

[@jimsouthern1398]

Back in 1967, I had the opportunity to meet and visit with LIberace, and even had my picture taken with him. In my radio DJ days, I met a lot of performers, but Liberace stands out for the ease in how he met people and his genuine pleasant personality. As a performer, one of the best ever. As a kid, I had to watch his TV show every week, because my mother made sure we never missed a one!!

[@MettaPauna]

Can you post the picture? Would love to see it x

[@flamary429]

I named one of my foster kittens Liberace, even though she was a girl. My ex thought that was ridiculous but I guess that's why he's an ex.

[@davidorme1993]

You probably named her that because she was the peeinist.

[@leeatterberry1239]

Was it a gay cat😂

[@faulltw]

You divorced him because he didn't like your cats name!? ;)

[@terryrollins1973]

Such class and generosity. They don't make them like that anymore. The showman of all showman.

[@MB-vu3ow]

He has a big heart.

[@JLNeis]

He was the greatest pianist we have seen, there will never be anyone like him, genius, kind, generous, friendly, humble, down to earth and just all around gentle man. May he Rest in Peace. Lee, you are missed.

[@Proverbs--tx6yr]

Definitely wasn’t the greatest but a sure talent..

[@brianmcmanus4690]

Yeah, no.

[@helenlauer9545]

you must be joking, surely.

[@mzelmarjo5656]

Humble ????🤭

[@brianmcmanus4690]

@@mzelmarjo5656 NOT

[@MarkRopel]

As a young, somewhat poor, boy in the LA area in the 1950's, I'll never forget him. Near Xmas time, he, dressed as Santa, sat and kids would walk up, one by one, to him, in his driveway, and he'd give them a toy. Hundreds of kids too. He, gave toys to all the kids, but it was the 50's- and I saw, they had two lines, one for black kids, the other for white kids. I'll never forget his rooftop piano, it was the one unique thing, that kept this memory alive. As a kid, just happy for a Christmas Toy, his lifestyle was not our concern, it was his generosity, and love of others, that's most remembered..

[@jaiphotosoho173]

WHY did they have completely SEPARATE lines for Black kids and white kids? WTH is the point of THAT? *Did the white kids get more expensive gifts?

[@adrinathegreat3095]

1950s segregation, that's how it was back then. If he'd only had one line it'd have caused trouble with protests and police intervention. So to keep the peace he kept to the law. 1950s with all the glitz and glamour were totally different time's.

[@strnglhld]

@@adrinathegreat3095We didn’t have separate lines. This is in the same area and time period. I never even saw that once, even at the busy houses! Odd.

[@nikos8247]

The man was magnificent, incredibly gifted and so kind hearted! May he rests in peace..

[@jm-rf7kl]

I never knew Liberace had a twin that, tragically, didn't survive. Another similarity to Elvis. They were both destined to change the world through their music, showmanship and respective larger than life images.

[@brianna094]

Absolutely! They both had so much to teach us. If only we can listen ❣

[@jefferyschirm4103]

No Elvis was straight !

[@vanillaaudio185]

@@jefferyschirm4103 that’s not what he/she is talking about, you tit mouse.

[@barbarabangert6594]

I believe he and Elvis knew and liked each other

[@dereka8041]

You got to give the man some credit. Even now, when you mention the name Liberace, people still know that name, and in a favorable way. That's legacy right there! God bless Liberace! Maybe, the greatest piano player of all time.

[@brianmcmanus4690]

Uh, no.

[@Juliet_Tobin]

@@brianmcmanus4690 That was unnecessary. Reow!

[@talcumpowder1000]

He's not that famous. The average 20 year old wouldn't know the name

[@tepesquinkley]

My mom took me to see Liberace in concert when I was 3. I came home and played "chariots of fire" by ear (a very simple version, of course). I've loved playing the piano ever since. Last week, I revisited that song, and I'm learning it as it was meant to be played! So much fun to learn! I'm so thankful I got a chance to see him play! It's one of my earliest and most cherished memories.I remember his costume changes, his voice, his smile, his hands bouncing high above the keyboard while he played... Even at 3, I was truly mesmerized. He was an extraordinary human bieng.

[@matthewgray469]

You are truly fortunate to have that influence and to have the talent

[@krisharrigan9614]

I remember him as a wonderful performer. I saw play at 12 years old. He had the dancing waters. The piano and the water on stage danced together. I will never forget it.

[@christineh5790]

I attended one of Liberace’s 1981 concerts in Las Vegas and it was WONDERFUL!! Liberace was a true showman and a music genius. No one can deny the reality of his talent as a pianist and entertainer and that’s what millions of people around the world enjoyed in his shows. It was such a memorable weekend for me seeing two of the greatest performers - Liberace and Liza Minnelli! Liza was apparently in Las Vegas for the first time in nine years so it was ‘the icing on the cake’ as far as I was concerned and even more so because Joel Grey was in her show too.

[@newsing33]

Wow, ok I'm jealous! Lol You got to see Liberace AND Liza? Must have been amazing! ❤😊

[@thesergio9444]

What I liked about Lee was that he had an eternal smile a very positive person with incredible talent. he gave so much happiness to so many people.

[@newsing33]

I noticed that his siblings had that same beautiful bright smile, as well as his Mother. ❤😊

[@ggeiser3]

My mother never missed a show!

[@doberman1ism]

My grandmother and my mother and I watched him every week. I was a little girl and I fell in love with all the flash and the bling. He made so many people happy. I have a collection of candelabras.

[@blackmore4]

Haha... but where d'you put them all?

[@marciloni12]

Nice!

[@staceyrichardson6413]

I will always love him! I use to go over to my grandparents and watch. There will never be another Liberace

[@bandacelebrity3749]

I never get tired of seeing and hearing this wonderfull man. What an artist

[@celestineargyros8401]

love Liberace! He was so talented and wonderfully adorable.

[@RC-vv6nr]

What an amazing performing pianist, showman and kind soul. Our RIP Mr. Liberace

[@donnakeeley7924]

I only saw him on television, while he was in Las Vegas. I and mom were mesmerized at the Dancing Waters! It was right after we got a new color tv. It was fabulous! Ingenious and just breath taking. I was so young I didn't even know what a homosexual was until he died from Aids. I mourned his death and the memories I would never have with my mom again. Dad liked The Lawrence Welk Show and we watched that until my dad passed away. What a sad way for such a wonderful man to experience. I believe he is in heaven, happier than he has ever been, playing for our Heavenly Father along with the heavenly Saints. An extroidenary Man.

[@chrismcevoy2503]

Rest In Peace Liberace May 16, 1919-February 4, 1987

[@hairyscotman]

a glowing tribute...it's now been over 30 years since he's been gone....hard to imagine...

[@KDL861]

It’s 3:30 am and I’m tired. I hope I can get thru this awesome story! He was gifted beyond measure. What a showman!

[@damarissexton882]

We used to drive by his Hollywood home at Christmas every year to see his Christmas lights shaped like a grand piano....Mother loved him.

[@tinaanderson200]

Any photos I wonder will look for it.

[@sherriball6373]

Ultimate piano player, I visited the Liberace museum about 20 yrs or so ago it was amazing!!

[@horsewomn]

I think part of his appeal was all the women just “knew” they would be “safe” with him. I love Liberace!

[@siegridthomas9674]

I loved the man, like millions of fans, loved the smile, generous to so many people, RIP hope to see you someday....

[@beckylipps7286]

As a child, I watched his shows religiously. I’ve always loved him. Total genius!

[@matthewgray469]

He truly loved the audience and he always tried to show it

[@horsewomn]

By all accounts a generous, sweet, funny, musical genius, as well as an avid animal lover, and a true friend. R.I.P. Liberace. You are sorely missed. ❤️

[@LiveYourLifeStressFree]

absolutely beautiful...i love the way he played with the piano as though its his toy but with great music and humour

[@1life744]

Animal lover who wore fur.

[@trishmorton2035]

@@1life744 yes I was thinking that but perhaps in the 80s and earlier they hadn't put two and two together.

[@leemontoya8028]

Well Said!

[@fairenough7984]

I bought my first record album at 9 years old. It was Liberace. I loved watching him on TV. I thought he was the happiest person in the world and I have always been a fan.

[@lisaseaton9482]

Regardless of his sexuality he was a very talented man who entertained mollions of people he was a true showman way before his time

[@bobbymenon4057]

Whats wrong in having consensual Sex?? Straight or not!! These humans & their morals🤦🤦🤦

[@akschmidt2085]

Amazingly sexual orientation is a completely independent variable from entertainingness and other great talents.

[@bobbymenon4057]

@@akschmidt2085 Absolutely 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AnnaHerrick]

@@TheGreatPerahia His sexuality had absolutely nothing to do with his Absolute talent! He is dead now and people should see him for the beautiful talent he had and let God do the rest!

[@mangelpaaideer]

What do you mean "regardless"?

[@23Josilee]

Have always loved Liberace, and always will.

[@anthonyp2506]

A Musical Genius and an extremely nice person he was..Rest in Paradise 💙

[@Clutchpearls]

Forever a legend. R.I.P good sir!

[@Az2013ful]

Thank you for this great video! I love Liberace. When I was a small child, my mother, who was a pianist, and I would watch his t.v. program together. My mother just loved him. Good memories. What a wonderful and talented person he was.

[@memyself7413]

What a lovely, charming and gifted man he was. I am glad to have witnessed his existence during my lifetime.

[@disciplebliss3255]

I can see why my nan loved spending time with him 💖

[@chuckkady7282]

August 12, 2020 ~ He was A wonderful Showman without a doubt. He was self made and he was great.

[@glamorousblonde5778]

I miss him, I miss him even more so during Christmas time. I unfortunately never got to meet him and I would of loved to see him play in person. I absolutely adore him. We love you Lee. 💕

[@aussiecoastie72]

Liberace was amazing - A magnificent entertainer who is very missed

[@jwalker7277]

What a technique and personality.

[@robertkerrcopstick6545]

@@jwalker7277 I’m 6

[@travisn2875]

Amen!!

[@MB-vu3ow]

… and a sincere person with a big heart.

[@chryssefrazer4479]

Liberace was unforgettable making magic playing piano, there was no one like him! His fingers brought the magic of music out of the piano that was sensational & memorising!

[@Connie-B]

He brought a smile to my face watching him. My mother and I used to watch his shows every day in the 50's on TV.

[@ndog2005]

The finale here, tears, like said 'there will never be another one like him, for never forgot my late Mother & I saw him in concert @ Butler, Indianapolis, & him playing 'Send in the clowns' & the puppet of clown going up & down the piano, yes, Great at the piano & performer, Liberace..

[@paulboncaldo3692]

Nice documentary. Liberace was one of my idols growing up. I will never regret the opportunity I had to see one of his concerts and shake his hand. Another thing I will never forget was something I heard him say during an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jonny Carson. Jonny asked him how he could play with all those rings on his fingers, a and he said, "Very well." I truly admired him. I was saddened to hear of his death from AIDS. R.I.P. Liberace!!! 🎶🎼🎵🎹💗

[@matthewgray469]

I remember when I was a kid and my mom always made sure to tune into the daily talk show like Merv Griffin or Mike Douglass especially if Liberace was the guest and someone would ask "Lee,does it ever make you sad when someone makes fun of you? And Liberace responded "Sometimes I cry, I ,cry all the way to the Bank" meaning ,Keep trying, keep working, stay focused and you will get better and better and succeed

[@pleasantlyblue7425]

What a wonderful person Liberace was. So kind and such a unique person, he certainly had a heart of gold. A man who loves his mother so much is aced by me.

[@brianna094]

Yes!!! ❣

[@TomCatFromMA]

Thanks to the producers and uploader for this gift. It is so important to look back on people who gave so much of themselves to make others lives more bearable and joyful.

[@sylvialin6453]

He was my moms favourite even though my mom wasnt English educated. She will wait for Liberace show to come on tv and starts yelling for me to join her. Recalled it was in the late 60ties He has a cute adorable face and always smiling. Handsome n generous man. Rip You are amazingly talented. Seymour Heller looks a little like George Jones

[@Ken15643]

Liberace always puts a smile on my face. His sweet, gentle soul is truly missed.

[@jakerosales7884]

RedFlag love that man

[@aliceillsley1979]

RedFla

[@divaden47]

One of my earliest memories is watching the LIberace Show on TV with my Mum. We used to guess with which eye he would give his trademark 'wink'. Happy times .

[@Az2013ful]

I have the same sweet memory. Good memories.

[@jessicagrace625]

What a wonderful man he was. He was truly kind and sensitive ❤️🙏❤️

[@BettyHurley]

I love this guy beautiful person i don't care if he gay or not. great entertainer God gave him life.no ones perfect you or me .

[@akschmidt2085]

I don't think gayness made him "imperfect". What does it signify. It's nobody's beeswax

[@1voice4you]

HE WAS FROM MY CITY = MILWAUKEE - THE BEST THING ABOUT HIM, HIS LOVE & TALENT OF PLAYING & ENJOYING MUSIC & ENTERTAINING US ALL....GOD BLESS YOU LIBERACE - WE LOVED YOUR SHOWMANSHIP!!

[@thepearlatelier4256]

Liberace not only had absolute talent, he KNEW how to market and sell himself. He was over the top flamboyant, that set the standard for today's over the top productions and pop stars. That's what made him stand out. and when he played, you could tell, he played with ALL HIS SOUL. Even through this documentary, you can still feel his passion when he played.

[@tinaanderson200]

It's very helpful his music 😁

[@yodservant]

He was very handsome as a young man...huge loving ❤️

[@charisselinnell-morton2193]

I saw him in the mid 80s as a teen who adored big hair and way too much make-up.My Grandma and I went,he totally blew me away! Witty,warm and amazing on the piano! Such a wonderful memory..It still makes me smile to remember him.I wish he could have loved himself as much as he loved others.

[@darwinharkey9421]

I used to tell people that I wanted to go to Las Vegas so I could go to jail because when I visited the Liberace museum and sat down at Chopin's olive green, world's rarest piano and played it so I could tell my grandchildren about it one day, that I'd go to jail. I did get to go to Vegas, but, alas, didn't get to go to the museum for the weeks we were there, so I missed out. Liberace was my Idol and I wish I coulda done that. It's a beautiful piano. Thanks for letting me vent. Sharon

[@leemontoya8028]

I play Liberace all the time on my porch! It gives my water fall the perfect ambiance! Lee would say! How Wonderful!

[@lindataghon5712]

I remember seeing MOST of these black and white shows on TV when growing up!.., My mother was NUTS about him and refused to ever believe he was gay. He was a hell of a performer and he could really play classical music which I love the most!..., His home in Calif., is now in ruins and dilapidated!.., But he will live on regardless of his hidden life style!.., The "Moonlight Signata" always makes me cry, TRULY my favorite classical ever!.., His life story breaks my heart.

[@dnsoulx]

now a british man has bought liberaces house and completed restored it

[@MBE.1209]

Sad to hear that has happened to his beautiful home ,but I now read it's being returned to it's former glory

[@Jocelyndelacruz1829]

I dont know him much, but watching this, I love him already, that charm,that talent that great big smile and kindness, he's one of a kind, RIP Liberace🥰

[@TomCatFromMA]

Even as a youngster in the 70s and onward I and my family and especially my mom absolutely loved Liberace and never missed a show on TV. Being "different" myself, I identified with his flamboyance and between him and Cher couldn't wait to see their next wonderful costumes and sets. Liberace's smile was everpresent which is a big part of his success. He brought joy to the world. What better legacy could he leave? Life never seemed fair to the most beloved and so AIDS took him while "god" looked on with apathy. But he lives forever through the strength of his love for others. XO I hope I'll see you again, brother.

[@stephaniemurria5534]

Thank you

[@BladeRunner-td8be]

As I watch this I'm struck by how much Liberace reminds me of Neil Sedaka. As a kid my memories of Liberace were of course of him but playing the piano and dressed to the hilt. His talent was incredible to me. I used to play the piano as well as a few other instruments and I knew the amount of work it took to become that proficient. And his smile, he was always smiling while he played. unique, so over the top with his flamboyance but he made it work. Anyone who could take their eyes off of him while he performed is a better man than I.

[@HugoVargas-yk9up]

Genuinely heartwarming! Liberace sweet soul transcends in 2020. I love Liberace🙏💞

[@roseann4023]

Such a great showman! THE BEST EVER! Way over the top but he got by w/it - no one else ever was close to being like him or playing the piano like he did - absolutely fantastic! Miss him!

[@tambrosia]

RIP Liberace There never will be another like you. We saw him live back in 1960 at the Latin Casino in NJ. Sat right up front as it was my parents 25th wedding anniversary. We got a message to him before that explaining their anniversary and how we all loved him. He played my mom and dad song, the Anniversary Walt and then Ave Maria. I doubt there was a dry eye in the house. Before he died and I was finishing up a casino in Las Vegas, i got on a tour bus and when we went by his home, he came out, waved, signed autographs and has his dogs with him. A true showman and even now these memories bring a tight throat and tears to my eyes. Thank you Liberace for being such a shining star for so many years. PAX+

[@nikos8247]

Thank you for sharing those memories!

[@edwardgoldsmith8011]

I was at that concert at the Latin casino.yhat was the bee's knees of night clubs back then.i lived in Cherry Hill area.good hearing a great pianist and hearing someone talk about the Latin casino.

[@davidmckinney6577]

A wonderful documentary

[@leeandrews5258]

What a showman with a fantastic life style RIP 💔

[@ruthierochford7666]

He was a gentle soul.

[@carolking6355]

How I wish I could have seen him, heard him and known him. Lucky Debbie. I watched this hour and while old, ill and lonely, I was transfixed. I realised I had not been without a smile the whole time. He is still making people happy from wherever he is. Perhaps I will still meet him one day. ❤

[@PhillipLWilcher]

He was the kindest man. A gentle soul, so generous of heart. God bless him!

[@biggestliberacefan1988]

He will be greatly missed

[@dancoleman1249]

Biggest Liberace Fan

[@BytomGirl]

Amen to that Philip... jst enough to look at his gentle smile, so real and sweet.

[@jerrymcghee2170]

Phillip Wilche

[@Mrpachuko13]

Vishnujana Dasa so does the pope. Great guy right?

[@onacorona2323]

I always wish I could have seen Lee, he will never be forgotten....😘

[@espr7564]

What a great musician he was RIP Lee

[@GodsFavoriteBassPlyr]

Phyllis Diller.. a brilliant concert pianist in her own right.. Nailed the essence of Liberace perfectly. (I think we could all used just a little bit more Lee right now.)

[@lindadaniel9416]

I didn't know Phyllis was a concert pianists. Thanks for that information.

[@garyteague4480]

Gods2ndFavoriteBassPlyr didn’t know that

[@MBE.1209]

Before him ,there wasn't anyone, after him there is still no one. Liberace was and is the ultimate showman. I hope you are entertaining the angels in Heaven.

[@lesleymicuda4041]

Met him and his lover at The Phoenix Art Museum when I was still too young to comprehend the magnitude of this man... but it still made an indelible impression that remains vivid to this day!

[@jeanbaumgartner4052]

Actually Right About Liberace!

[@jeanbaumgartner4052]

Lucky You!!Lesley!

[@kevinjohnson9283]

An amazing talent and showman, have the greatest respect

[@johnmccluskey2059]

Yes Kevin we shall never see the likes of him again a true virtuoso

[@imcavdb5465]

That man always had a smile on his face and his eyes realy looked at people in the audience. He cared and that showed. We need more men like him. The Dutch version of him is André Rieu (if you get the chance, go to one of his shows).

[@Pashasmom1]

My parents liked Andre Rieu, I had bought them videos and DVD's so they could watch anytime at home.

[@garryhastings3383]

It seemed nothing could/would stop this man and his unique talent from becoming ultra famous. You have to admire his amazing abilities and bravery. He loved his mum and took care of the family too, that is just a wonderful thing in itself. It's hard to imagine Liberace resting in peace, he'd be too busy rhine-stoning those already pearly gates.

[@brigids_daughtersweetsuzy9713]

I have always thought he was a good soul...Never met him but you could tell he was a good person ❤ Always had a smile !

[@russellcrawford7453]

Sweet Suzy , true he was an amazing amazing artist with any person who precious another person to have sex is scumbag. Read the book written by his lover and chauffeur he wasn't much of a person

[@chickasawstarrmountain9747]

Not so sure he went after a lot of teen boys ;discusting

[@joanporter916]

Not really so sweet ..He was a sexual predator whose victims were youngish boys.

[@FrostedSeagull]

@@joanporter916 thank you Joan. Liberace knowingly infected so-called cheap rent boys with HIV.

[@olivelane7903]

I have been defending him for years saying the stories about him were very exaggerated now l do not really know what to think but l know he never raped anyone or forced anyone to sleep with him and l know he was in love with Joanne del Rio in the 1950 ,s and would have married her if her rich dad had not stopped them getting married why worry about all this now we got this virus to overcome which is much more important

[@mr.mikeyg.5282]

He was such an amazing musician!

[@gregoryclemen1870]

every time I see his "T.V." shows, or his concerts, he always brings a smile to my face. growing up knowing about him ( my parents always watched him on "T.V.") you can really tell this man has a "HEART OF GOLD"!!!!. it is a real shame that anyone would want to "HURT" him in any way, shape ,or form. to do so ,in my eyes is just a "SADIST"!!!! he like many others, came from nothing!!!!.

[@daphnenapier1102]

Liberace was alovely man he enjoyed his life and gave to many charities People will try to bring him down thay are wasting their time Millions loved him and his music he was so kind and caring.

[@balto4]

I agree I think he was very sweet

[@johnballish3016]

A rare talent and an awesome pianist never be another one like him

[@motnosniv]

He had a smile like none other.

[@johnblasiak607]

Liberace was indeed a great contributor to the world and unlike today he had real talent to back up his flamboyance . I for one am glad he bought classical music to so many who may have never been introduced to it. Today we have Andrea Rieu who does the same and packs world stages to present classical music. I am glad that people are given the opportunity to enjoy classical music in such a non threatening way. I know only too well how music purists are so anal they destroy your JOY. Music, especially classical music is a gift to the world NOT something to be made a refuge for the elite !

[@NurseLJohn]

Never will be another Liberace. Those days are long gone.

[@catherinerosa-baker2937]

I didn't like the movie about him because I agree, I always like seeing him perform and how sweet he was

[@fastfred6074]

Yes. Great showman and very entertaining.

[@janeiwasduncan8463]

My mother and I went to see him in Jacksonville Florida a whole lot of years ago!!. What a show!! He loved his audience and we loved him. After watching him on TV for years (in black and white) I was thrilled to see him live, in living color. It was an exciting show. Too bad we have nothing today.🎈🎈

[@SmilinJackAccordion]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY - Mr. Showmanship ! 100 years ... May 16th - 1919 !

[@jomama5186]

Just a beautiful person. We were very lucky to have him 🧡 🙏

[@tracymcmillan1466]

Because of his real life antics I, and I am sure others forget what a extraordinary pianist he was.

[@Fcutdlady]

The fact he was gay makes no diffrence to me. He is an amazing performer and musician. Mr showmanship indeed. In 1959 He took a newspaper in England, the daily mirror to court for calling him amoung others terms fruit flavoured. Liberace took this to be a reference calling him gay. Homosexuality was illegal at that time of course may have coloured his reaction but no straight person in 1959 would have had knowledge of the gay community to understand what the term fruit flavoured was seen as. As he won the case he had to live a straight seeming life otherwise the mirror could have sued him back. Full story here en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberace_v_Daily_Mirror#:~:text=Liberace%20v%20Daily%20Mirror%20is,that%20he%20was%20a%20homosexual.

[@lonjanis6001]

Master showman and musician !!

[@poppybell8217]

My cat was Liberace in a past life. I'm not kidding! Liberace came back as a beautiful black cat with not ONE SINGLE mean bone in his body. And now his name is Jack.

[@tmnl8037]

I watched the movie about him starring Michael Douglas called “Behind The Candelabra”. It was as if Liberace was reincarnated and came back to life as Michael Douglas.

[@jacquelynlinn1505]

He really seemed like such a genuinely awesome man. I wish I was able to have been around when he was. I can say- I am proud of him. Kindness and honesty rules. Bless him.

[@tri5ford]

This man is one of two performers I wish I could have seen in a live performance. The other is Little Richard. How's that for a spectrum? Both bigger than life performers.

[@matthewgray469]

That's an awesome wish list

[@storyteller1749]

I can remember Liberace as far back as when I was 6 years old. My mother always enjoyed piano music. Van Clyburn was another of her favorites. But Liberaces stage presence is what stands out. He was definitely a world class entertainer.