Liza Minnelli Talks Will Ferrell, Tony’s & More

One fantastic perk of working the Broadway scene is the opportunity to randomly meet an entertainment legend. Today’s star power doesn’t come anywhere near that of stage and screen greats like Frank Sinatra, Ethel Merman or Judy Garland. There was a time when stars like those were all over town, both here in New York and back home in Hollywood. As time goes on, there are less and less powerhouses left to entertain us. So, when I got the call that Liza Minnelli, one of the great entertainers, was willing to sit down for an exclusive interview, it didn’t take much convincing before I agreed to shoot it. And the setting couldn’t have been more appropriate for the likes of Liza. The famed Sardi’s on 44th Street in Midtown.
With Liza’s caricature hanging on the wall, we sat her down to chat with Jim Caruso, a cast member in “Liza’s at the Palace” and our good friend. The whole afternoon was exciting, as Liza was her energetic and entertaining self. One highlight from the interview is when Liza turned the tables on Will Ferrell. Conan O’Brien’s The Tonight Show kicked off earlier this week with Will as its first guest, and during his interview he joked that a vote for Liza at the Tony Awards was like a vote for a “commie.” Other great moments from our Liza interview was her reminiscing about “Arthur” co-star Dudley Moore, giving a shout out to singer Pink and fawning over “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” star Vincent D’Onofrio. Hopefully you’ll enjoy the video as much as I enjoyed shooting it. Take note, it’s over 20 minutes long. Now I’m going to dust off my “Arthur” DVD and get caught between the moon and New York City.

[@softwater88]

She's 75 this month Mar-'21!! 🎂🎂🎂🍧🍧🍧🥂🥂🥂🍾🍾🍾

[@alexkx8599]

No. Way.

[@Druezer]

Why don't they date these things?

[@joeburton7784]

She won a tony in 2009 so I’m betting this is 2008 or so.

[@guymichel8533]

I loved the album she made soon after called Confessions. Liza is a living legend!

[@howardtucker3]

What a wonderful interview by Jim with Liza. One could tell how much they adored each other, and rightfully so. Liza was such a delight through the whole interview. Yes, her reminiscence of her mom and of Dudley Moore were terrific and touching. And yes, they did win the Tony. And Jim, I am so happy Birdland was saved. This was a wonderful, wonderful interview.

[@hannahbanannah3245]

Thank You Thank YOU, THANK YOU for this delightful video 💖!

[@johnwhiting5747]

I was fortunate enough to meet Liza at George Abbott’s birthday party at the Roseland in June of 1987. I will never forget her generosity and love she extended to me. We named our elder daughter after her. We decided this when we saw her do THE ACT. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@501rivet]

What a wonderful person ! So, different from the bits and pieces we get from the media. Liza, please live forever !!! ( ah, you know what i mean...)...

[@brettmastema7056]

Anyone else hear him go "wanna do a line?" and think he was trying to offer her coke? I think she thought that too for a moment. She seemed to make the same pause that I did when he said that. I was thinking "does he think she is still doing coke?" It may seem like she's high, she's just liza. I just hear her talk for a few moments and It makes me smile.

[@quapawqwerty1619]

Thank you, Mr. Caruso, for bringing Liza with an M (and Magnificent Middle-ageless skin to match). Liza la Lagniappe!

[@BeatleBabe]

I'm the one who asked about the Dudley Moore question :D I have that one little clip of this video on my own channel just since it was such a trip to hear both my name along with my question included -- am I allowed to keep that one clip up?

[@lloydeugenemoore]

...and she did indeed win the Emmy in 2009 for Special Theatrical Event! Go Liza!!

[@JloveLamar]

Yes, she did! My girl. I hope she is doing well

[@christinahatfield7513]

That was her 4th Tony she that she won!

[@pfdesilva2076]

This is from almost over 10 -11 years ago

[@kristenraejohnson]

She even says "in any rate" just like her dear Mom, Judy Garland 🙂

[@WhippetOut]

First time I’ve seen this. Lovely conversation. Liza had earned her legend/icon status.

[@methatlovescats3602]

I hate the fashion that someone has created for us to wear. It's hot #1 and #2 its slinky. Doesnt do anything for the figure or hide the shapes. I like and love cotton. It's cool and soft and comfortable. Someone make more of cotton clothes.

[@originaltommy]

Her eyes......

[@emilionassarantonio7868]

Hola Liza...muchas Felicidades y más Éxitos..saludos y bienestar por siempre.

[@JanMike9]

Love Liza! Love Judy! Love P!nk! Love Vincent D'Onofrio! This video was porn for me!

[@collenekennedy]

How can ya' not live Liza!?! I saw her live at the Hollywood Bowl a millionty' years ago and was sure she would retire after her performance because she gives EvErYtHiNg! ! ! !

[@frederico802]

I love you Liza! Please get together with Michael Feinstein and give us some Gershwin! It would be glorious!

[@KatKiddEnt]

Thank you for sharing this with us! I love ❤️ Liza! She’s one of the few people I’ve gotten to enjoy in concert back in the 90s.

[@ANGELAVITULLI]

Oh I love ❤️ this guy 👦 talking with our dear Liza really enjoying their personalities

[@alexkx8599]

She is SO cool! What group besides QUEEN could draw such diverse acts to their show (A Concert For Life) in 1992 from groups like Black Sabbath and Metallica AND Liza Minnelli?!! What solo artist such as Michael Jackson could draw artist in his career as diverse as Slash, Eddie Van Halen, Carlos Santana, and, yes, Liza Minelli?! (...and sample YES?).

[@tammywebb1289]

I never thought that Liza looked like her mom Judy, but WOW!! I can see the resemblance!!

[@brettmastema7056]

You can definatly hear Judys voice in Lizas. I always felt the same though about her looks. I could see her father. Although her look was very different. I think part of that was also Lizas style was very different from her mom. And now that shes a bit less with the crazy energy I see Judy in her look. Both of them had such a good heart and wish I could have met her mom. I've come close to meeting liza. I've hung out with Sam Harris and talked about liza which that's almost like Ive met her. Lol

[@rdelapaz5004]

Love her ❤❤❤❤

[@johnwhiting5747]

Love, love, love this.

[@SpikeSPS]

That story about her mom- it almost sounds like she was trying to demonstrate to her daughter fantasy and reality. This is the performer and this one is mom.

[@ivanahavitoff7308]

So this interview is about 13-14 years old.

[@thefoodwench4848]

I want to do a cabaret cooking video. I love you Liza!

[@pattibrooks1907]

I love Liza and her songs and her acting and she is so funny !I love Lorna too and ofcorse Judy ! THey are gifted Liza and LOrna and JUdy was gifted funny too !

[@michelerowe3077]

Both my parents were famous in our town ,mom a coach, n dad was a busdriver, and its a privilege to be able to share thier legacy, they touched so many people in our town, my mom passed when I was 13 I can understand the mom questions, been such a great model for me to be original, thanks Liza

[@beatnikrn2945]

Uh! I want to be hanging out with them!!! So adorable ☺️

[@Ivan-ft1gg]

Liza always beautiful and beautiful. Very nice interview. What year does she belong to? Thanks for posting it.

[@JonathonDenson]

She's in marvelous shape here.

[@tiffaniaporchiazzo3397]

I Love You Liza Minnelli Love Tiffany Porchiazzo 💋💋💋💋💋💋💋

[@betsystewart9786]

Can we still ask Liza questions through Jim Caruso

[@jamesstrangward3406]

In a way, Liza Minnelli is a bit of a character. Such a legend x

[@FabyienMusic]

Which year was this interesting interview made ?

[@ah7910]

You really can’t do a little bit of Googling? The both mention she is up for the Tony Award that coming weekend. She won the Tony in 2009. The third Tony in her career. So I guess this video must have been filmed in 2009. Wikipedia says the Tony Awards were conducted in June 2009.

[@brianeduardo1234]

U would think it was Christine Pedi imitating Liza

[@sandyschipper1400]

I hear Judy in all her sense of humor remarks. How incredibly enjoyable and unique In her own right. I love you Liza and always have. Sorry I busted into your makeup room when I was 18. Lol

[@andyroo9381]

How may I get Ms. Minnelli to autograph a book on Halston for me?

[@carlodangelo1]

WHEN WAS THIS. ?? beautiful Liza May. we love you. I love the interviewer Jim Caruso too, he's funny and sensitive and appears to genuinely love her. I didnt get the part about will ferrel. (?)

[@colintaylorful]

Nobody knows?? I'm curious too

[@joeburton7784]

She won a tony in 2009 so I’m betting this is 2008 or so.

[@cami5054]

How long ago was this interview?

[@emilionassar4782]

Muchas gracias por excelente vídeo sobre la entrevista a nuestra gran artista,bailarina y cantante Liza Minnelli....su fan número UNO..Emilio Nassar Antonio/Acayucan,Veracruz, México.

[@Stevebaby123]

Nice interview.

[@KannibalKrunch]

16:59 Blondie is great! :) Loved this whole interview! Thank you so much for posting! :)

[@solomonoverhead]

Love! Love! LOOOOOOOOOOVE LIZA!!! Many thanks for this fun interview/conversation!😇🥰

[@jonathankieranwriter]

Like her mother a lot more, but just discovered Liza in her cameo parts as “Lucille 2” while binge-watching the outstanding ‘Arrested Development.’ She is a total hoot and delight. Why didn’t her people nudge her toward comedy when she was seeking to build a film career beyond Cabaret? She’s a genius comedienne. In good comedies she might have had a huge leading lady career. Whatever the case, in spite of her difficult times, she seems like a good egg. And such a kick on Arrested Development.

[@scotnick59]

Looks more and more like her mom

[@jeffreyzeiss1326]

Regarding the Communist comments during this interview most show business folks are indeed communists

[@betsystewart9786]

❤💃🏻🎼☀️

[@betsystewart9786]

❤️🎼🥰😂😀

[@FabioZerbato]

❤

[@juliebarron21]

Danny la rue?

[@dfwjac]

When was the interview done?

[@joeburton7784]

She won a tony in 2009 so I’m betting this is 2008 or so.

[@raydunn8262]

Date of interview should be on first line: is this so hard?

[@DanStill39]

A great talent!

[@kathleenpaylor5169]

The worst interviewer….she s brilliant!!!!

[@reasonrestored9116]

Love that story about Judy behind the curtain.

[@reasonrestored9116]

Be ready… the only advice that makes sense

[@cindystarling7401]

Awesome love this

[@cittaromap4163]

When was this wonderful interview? . I thought this was recent but I guess not. Thanks

[@joeburton7784]

She won a tony in 2009 so I’m betting this is 2008 or so.

[@betsystewart9786]

❤️😂😄

[@ktipbomb7888]

She's something else ain't she 😂❤

[@nonenoneonenonenone]

2009.

[@timbolester]

“Tony’s” what?

[@patricelegraisseux]

1964

[@patricelegraisseux]

1964 "05:22"

[@peted9804]

At the 8:08 mark: Lisa wants to do a line - but it is not of clothing - trust me on this one!

[@CastPartyNetwork]

Anyone who says "trust me..."

[@wildangel70fr]

so saaaaad to see... love u anywayq!

[@CastPartyNetwork]

Why would this be sad?

[@jeffreyzeiss1326]

Smashed again I guess

[@CastPartyNetwork]

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