R.I.P. Charles Pierce (1926-1999)

[@eedalton33]

The most beautiful memorial I've ever seen. I wanted to smile the entire viewing. He was so talented and unsurpassed. Thank you for sharing this !

[@jones9221]

Such a funny and kind man. Talented and so down to earth. I met him many times at Studio One in West Hollywood, CA. He sold out his shows. RIP 🌹

[@edwardjames50]

A beautiful tribute to a talented artist. I saw Mr. Pierce many times in Manhattan at Michael's Pub, and his was strictly a class act! Btw, I love your choice of the Kaper music, so touching AND appropriate.

[@JunnyFD]

I attended his memorial service @ Forest Lawn. I was lucky enuff to get a seat 'cause it became standing room only. I remember Bea Arthur sang. It was a great atmosphere. He was a terrific performer, talented and truly funny. He was truly a gifted actor and certainly not a tacky lip-synq drag queen. An artist par excellance. A great loss.

[@2Brian]

Beautiful tribute. Thank you for making this. ♥

[@amalone76]

Rest well dear Charles, the world is a much brighter place because you lived

[@johntaylor6517]

I saw Charles Pierce at the small ‘Country Cousins Club’ on the Kings Road in London ... I think it was 1976. I was 21. He was amazing and called me ‘cute’ as he eyed up all us boys on the front tables. Sat at the back was Shirley Bassey and Quentin Crisp. What amazing days. R.I.P Charles.

[@vascoemyer]

Good night, Charles. Job well done.

[@burffle]

I was "SO" fortunate enough to have seen Mr. Pierce perform many times in many theaters. I have never laughed so hard or been touched so deeply with another performers humor. Cheers to you Mr. Pierce!!!

[@Joeinps]

Amazing performer will be so missed ! Love the background music , Drifting , which was also the theme in Auntie Mame with Roz Russel

[@mrcollection8677]

I am young and missed his performances because I am from a different generation. I've seen him on youtube. What a MARVELOUS talent... he is the best. There will never be another like him. I wish RuPaul and others would pay homage to him and mention him. He makes me laugh every time I need a laugh. There is no greater gift than that. =M=

[@michelleregis6181]

when i feei down , Charles perfomances brighten me like no other !

[@sillyrabbit734]

So sad to see talent like that pass - Along with many of my friends who appreciated him. R.I.P. Charles He's preforming an exclusive show for God now

[@alaric59]

I had no idea until tonight he had passed. Perhaps there was little coverage for him in this neck of the dark woods. I loved his work. I feel somewhat less and lost without him hear....l love his words so I put them here. To win the respect of intelligent people and the appreciation of honest critics, and endure the betrayal of false friends; To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, This is success... I breathed easier because of the wonderful Charles Pierce.

[@Kasbahkabaret]

I had the great pleasure of witnessing Mr. Pierce's classic impersonations in the late 80's in West Hollywood. Great talent and wit!

[@michelleregis6181]

You were one of the very best Charles, and what a fine actor. Your shows make me laugh when im feelig down , L was never fotunate enough to see you in person but luckily there are videos to keep your performances always fresh and full of life to enjoy over and over. The pain is all gone Mr, Pierce...RIP....M R 2021.. thanks for this tribute.

[@stapelgek100]

Only the BEST impressionist ever. Charles, how could you have left us so soon!

[@lades68]

Oh to have been able to see Charles Pierce perform live…RIP you beautiful funny and talented man

[@jessicafashionlover2148]

ive never seen anyone do a on spot bette davis charles is the best at what he did noone of today comes close to his craft

[@yourroyalhighness7662]

I only learned of him in late December of 2022. A VERY funny and talented man. Rest well, “Bette”, “Mae” and, of course, Charles.

[@danielstefane312]

what a great loss he was a true Artist and A great Comic there is no one now like him Love Always

[@Rocketjay12]

I never saw Charles Pierce in person but have often enjoyed short clips of his performances here on You Tube. I wasn't sure if he was still living and was saddened to see this, indicating he was not. Watching the video now and the music from Mame brings a tear to my eye.

[@jimsher9880]

I caught his show at Crazy 8's back in the '80's. He was every bit as grand and glamorous on that tiny stage as you see him here.

[@sgsmozart]

I saw him perform many times at "Gold Street" in San Francisco....a truly wonderful and hilarious act!

[@michelleregis6181]

Your fotunate

[@SuperMike1955]

I was lucky to have seen him perform at the Backlot nightclub, West Hollywood,located in the Studio One disco building back in 1978. Awesome Days.

[@TheMartyrDJ]

Thank you so much for posting this. I was fortunate enough to have seen Mr. Pierce live, and meeting him back in 1989 in San Francisco. He was indeed a star. Sweet as can be, too. Not the least bit pretentious. Funny as hell! He is really truly missed. No one has come close to his accomplishments and contributions to not just the gay community, but the world as a whole for making the world a bit more tolerant.

[@dania8540]

I actually just found him on KZbin. Even though they I now know (and gathered) they were from the ‘80s I still found him amazing and I was wondering how he was doing now. Then this popped up. I am saddened.

[@lestergethings6403]

Bless him! I love that he idolised Bette! This music is so emotive.

[@allancuseo7431]

That was beautiful. He was a genius

[@larryransbottom9782]

SO GLAD I GOT TO SEE HIM DO A SHOW IN NEW YORK IN THE 80'S. HE WAS SO SOOD & SO FUNNY. R.I.P. A GREAT ENTERTAINER.

[@lucianoquattrocchi3645]

Grandissimo

[@midnightmilkman1]

SIMPLY Legendary r.i.p

[@robinmcbroom5994]

A legend.

[@lestergethings6403]

Does anyone know where the music from running through this tribute? I recognise it but just can't place it. Living in the UK I never got to see Charles Pierce, but have watched him many times on You Tube he was wonderful - Loved his Bette Davis and of course I love Bette Davis.

[@lestergethings6403]

Have just seen the credits - Auntie Mame!!!

[@BalletBabyBoy]

He was divine...a great artist. I wish I could have met him.