Robert Blake: (Jerry Skinner Documentary)

[@deniselandmesser9966]

The movie In Cold Blood, he should've won a Oscar for it. Powerful performance!

[@daleandrews9356]

Boy are you ever RIGHT!! His performance was so convincing it was eerie. Like he was cut out perfectly to play the psychopathic Perry.

[@Crezelltree4261]

Yes,I remember that movie,it was tense,dark,eerie.The execution scenes at the end just added to the tragic scenario.It was also based on a true story.Truly one of Robert Blake's most powerful performance performance yi. performance

[@deborahjesic4804]

As a teenager I couldn't wait to watch Barretta! It's a terrible shame that in his older years he lost his mind.Thx Jerry.

[@jdaniels1313]

This mini-documentary at least helped put some context around the situation. Bonny clearly was a sociopath Black Window, Blake knew it, and tried to put legal protections around himself prior to their marriage. Can't help but feel Blake was responsible--her death was too convenient. Should've just divorced her instead. Bonny married 10 times?? and how did her previous husbands who died and left her houses die? Wouldn't be surprised if Bonny had "assisted" prior husbands in dying and had plans to help Blake die prematurely as well, she seems like just that kind.

[@deborahjesic4804]

@@jdaniels1313 Good analogy, I don't know much about her, but seems like so many Ppl find the worst ones to engage with, like I said I loved him in that character, but watching interviews of him kind of turned me off about his personality.

[@seanoleary1979]

Blake never lost his mind... he just took care of business!

[@marianlincoln9008]

Always loved Robert Blake and still believe in his innocence. I wish you weren't hidden away but it's understandable considering all the haters in the world today. Your talent is missed.

[@jesusbeloved3953]

The way you do your videos, without prejudice, is refreshing! Thanks so much for another fine job!

[@wpropst7212]

Perry masom

[@corabales478]

He had a tragic life !

[@Sonny15-215]

Audio must improve

[@daleandrews9356]

Another winner, Jerry! I always admired Blake's work and knew intuitively that he killed Bonnie; plus the evidence was almost irrefutable as well. Oh well, he "got shed of her", anyway. He seemed to be a natural born actor, as he has shown many times.

[@kennethlippertshauser3376]

AMEN I Totally agree . Thanks.

[@lvlinda6]

Gone but never forgotten. You were an amazing actor. May you finally Have peace. 🕊️👼🏻💐

[@michaelproulx770]

I love Jerry's voice very cool and relaxing a pleasure to hear and I grew up with his subject and always learn something new

[@steverogers2635]

This story. would make a great movie. I have always been a fan of Robert Blake. Thank you for this interesting biography.

[@SigmaWolf-in2mr]

*One fine job , after another. Thanks Mr. Skinner. I look forward to your next project.*

[@KTHKUHNKK]

I Jerry I'm glad you're still at it I know it takes a lot of time and work to do what you do and I'm here to tell you I appreciate what you do and you're one of the best at it Keith Kuhn

[@jamesdunn9714]

Robert's mistake was ever getting involved with this woman. But, most of us make choices that are not good for our mental and physical health.

[@price-singspuccini6124]

JamesDunn My heart bleeds purple piss for this murderer!

[@rolandrodriguez3854]

My choices of women haven't been so good either. I understand.

[@price-singspuccini6124]

Roland Rodrigues But you didn’t kill them, did you?

[@nunya2954]

@@price-singspuccini6124 - LOL - he was found not guilty by a Jury of his peers, try again.

[@MrPolymers]

Bonnie was a class act GOLDDIGGER. I can't believe Blake was stupid enough to fall for it.

[@RobbCorless]

Thanks Jerry another home run of information...

[@marianlincoln9008]

I'm glad he has someone in his life who genuinely cares for him , with all the tragedy he's endured he deserves some happiness.

[@watercloset99]

He's dead

[@marianlincoln9008]

@@watercloset99 So what's your point.... We know hes dead, doesn't mean we can't co.miserate or praise his life.. only calluos unfeeling jerks have to rain on others comments or feelings on a subject...

[@theresawilson2647]

As always a great video with great content. I loved Robert Blake and the series Baretta. I think he was a great actor. Too bad he had such a hard time in life. I really hope he is happy now.

[@TheBee87bee]

I loe him too,he was an incredible actor and a very tolerant man towards Bonnie!

[@lordmonkeyboy946]

Another classic Jerry....l get busy and stressed out from time to time but hearing your voice calms me more than anything....you have a God given talent for delivering narrations.....I can’t wait until the next one......until then God Bless and I wish you nothing but the best.

[@jamesandersom2520]

I allways liked Robert Blake.His acting in the movie In Cold Blood was fantastic.Sorry for all his troubles

[@riccardo50001]

Thanks Jerry for these biographies of the "Little Rascal." I didn't see a lot of these characters,but they certainly charmed me as a kid. This complete bio of Robert Blake is informative, compassionate and interesting. Thanks for producing it.

[@grahamwalker9193]

Another great documentary Jerry keep them coming.

[@pw3543]

Your videos are so touching and solemn. I find myself going over my difficult life and finding piece some how. Thank you

[@nunya2954]

Me too.

[@dammitboy3576]

Electra Glide in Blue, In Cold Blood. Two classics that I am proud to say are in my collection.

[@terryhawkins8191]

Dammit Boy Electra glide in Blue was GREAT !!👍👍

[@timepoet77]

He was great on Baretta.

[@terryhawkins8191]

Thomas R. Skidmore See " Electra glide in Blue" !!👍👍

[@marianlincoln9008]

He was also great in "the Little Rascals.

[@doughill3396]

Watched and enjoy all your work Robert Blake and Jerry Skinner

[@sueantoniotti8520]

I never knew Robert Blake was a child star. Thanks for the video.

[@steverogers2635]

He was a talented actor from the beginning.

[@kidmack1121]

You really have to see "Treasure Of The Sierra Madre" (1948)! It's one of the best movies ever...EVER, and he's in that along side the great Humph as well as both Walter, and John Huston

[@petesacco3255]

What planet are you from that you didn't know this

[@plp308]

She was married 10 times! WOW! That speaks volumes

[@lindsey607]

Precisely.

[@bryanlilly8876]

@@lindsey607 Can you say "Gold Digger"?

[@peggypeggy4137]

At least. I don't think this includes some of the men that she married with her Lonely Hearts Club business. Just long enough to take their $$$. As a mom myself, I find the fact that she abandoned her kids even more hard to believe. No one deserves what happened, but...

[@frankpaya690]

@@peggypeggy4137 why would you think in her case, that kids would be anything other than vehicles, to leverage money ?

[@peggypeggy4137]

@@frankpaya690 Exactly-- Kids, men, whatever.

[@binbashbuddy]

Glad to see you still posting Jerry, always a pleasure when your name shows up in my newest subscriptions.

[@lenhummel5614]

Jerry does really great biography videos. one of the very best.

[@runcaz7802]

Jerry's style along with the music can be a tear jerker.

[@snowmansnowsnowman4641]

I hope he finally found the happiness we all deserve to experience in this life. It seems that he had a great deal of tolerance and understanding for people even when they were abusing or taking advantage of him.

[@rustyrules4264]

. Sad😢

[@jurgen-fritz]

I never knew how this all went down. I'm so glad you explained it the way you did. Straight and to the point. Thank you...

[@angelamatlock1932]

I loved in cold blood one of my all times favorite movie..he rocked that leather jacket and that shiny.black hair....love at first sight

[@stupidhat1779]

Lifetime fan of Robert Blake and a fan of your channel from the first I video I watched. Informative, entertaining and all the subjects of your documentaries are treated with dignity. As a lifelong fan of too many of them to list here thank you.

[@shananagans5]

Great one Jerry. I loved Baretta when I was a kid. I recall the purse snatching scene in the opening.

[@filmgirlLisa]

Had no idea he had such a hard life. People really should think about the damage they could do before becoming parents. Great video!

[@lindsey607]

Great documentary Mr Jerry. Keep up the great work.

[@TheRivrPrncess]

You are and always will be loved and missed, Robert. You were such a good actor. I wish life for you had been much better and much happier.

[@ghostcityshelton9378]

Thank you for your wonder videos. Luv the sound of your voice & the great reshearch work you put into your videos.

[@jannieclick236]

To

[@amandalane2144]

Jerry, I still enjoy your documentaries. Your voice has that nice southern drawl. Keep the good work.

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you so much Amanda. Jerry

[@Modeltnick]

Another wonderful video! I hope Robert Blake is living out his years in happiness and contentment. Thanks for posting this!

[@Gypseygirls]

Most beautiful Narrator... 💙🕊💙 🇨🇦

[@forreal245]

Jerry, you are the BEST! You sound like an actor. I thoroughly enjoy all your docs.

[@TheRealDrJoey]

And the actor he sounds like the most is Richard Farnsworth.

[@jaeshasway]

This was wonderful! Thank you! 👏🏾👏🏾

[@paulstan9828]

Always well done videos Jerry. Thanks

[@planetrock5864]

Robert Blake looks just like his Dad. I absolutely loved him on Barretta! One of my favorite shows growing up in the 70's. I really think he got a bum rap, getting mixed up with that lady Bonnie. I never believed he killed her at all, She was all over the place Jeez. I hope he has found peace and happiness.

[@billysikes1374]

If he didn't kill her, he was in on it, probably paid a scumbag to shoot her

[@rogerhoward7104]

Mr. Jerry Skinner you are in a groove getting better and better. I enjoy very much listening to your stories.

[@Mytube777]

I saw him at the guitar shop a bunch of times around 2011ish in Sherman Oaks Cali. He’s friends with the owner and they play poker in the back. He plays guitar well. I lived by there and saw him around town before that but he spent a lot of time at the guitar shop. He seemed nice.

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Mytube777 Norm’s Rare Guitars. Yes, they are friends. Norm’s has a youtube channel, and Bobby has appeared on several vids with Norm. Several of Blake’s guitars have been purchased by Norm and are on permanent display there, in a special cabinet.

[@Mytube777]

Jennifer WhiteWolf Yep

[@jonaeflure]

Ted Bundy seemed nice too...

[@jimlinkowskl1438]

@@jonaeflure LOL ! That's funny right there I don't care who you are!

[@Volaris27]

LOLLLLLLLLLLLLLL

[@renatagross5959]

Thank you for your outstanding & lovingly made video. I really appreciate these details about Robert Blake.

[@victorcipriananastasiu5197]

Thank you sir. Be healthy be safe out there.

[@timstrickland8774]

Yes..a women like bonny will bring trouble every time. .

[@MissHannah2036]

the woman, play with fire and get burned. She was a narcissistic opportunist, not to mention extensionist . These celebrities smelt it a mile away.

[@TeddsPicks]

Thank you so much for doing this I really appreciate it Robert Blake is truly a Hollywood icon and I cannot believe they hung him out to dry .... I hope one day I meet Robert and can tell him how much he has meant to me over the years. And how unfortunate it was for him to meet Bonnie Lee ...

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Tedd, I told him he was a hollywood icon and he asked if i wonted to interview him. I thanked him but i have never interviewed anyone before. He liked the video and called me, i thought that was very nice of him. Jerry

[@marydalton6530]

Wow I watched little rascals and watched him as an adult. When I read the name Robert Blake I said I use to watch him. I never knew until today he was a little rascal. I watched him on tv all this time. I was a little girl watching him and an adult watching him and didn't know it until today. Wow.

[@asthecrowflies737]

Your videos are wonderful. Thank you.

[@aaronfowler2083]

19 and 39. . best narrator of all time. Sounds like all my good friends i miss

[@calvinbealer7264]

Regardless of what Happened. Robert Blake was Still Cool RIP

[@psblad2667]

Jerry Skinner! You are The Grand Master of making Biographies!!!

[@ChancetheCanine]

Thanks again Jerry, another good video you have done! I had forgot all about Mr Blake.

[@lindalee7322]

Dearest Jerry, I agree wholehearted with Karen, "The way you do your videos, without prejudice, is refreshing!" I'm still a fan, sir. I think I started watching your road trip biographies (with your wife) about 10 years ago. Maybe more. One of my favorite videos is one you made counseling people on how to be a good private investigator. I love you and your family. God bless you all. Stay safe and well, honey. Hugs, Linda Lee

[@710MaryJane]

Mr. Skinner I truly enjoy your videos, which are well presented, and your voice is warm and clear. Keep them coming. God bless!

[@MsPixi66]

I love this guys voice reminds me of the Waltons .

[@RockyRoadJY]

Excellent video. I never believed he killed that woman. Her past should have been investigated for the source of the killer. I'm glad he is settled and happy.

[@frankpaya690]

Maybe he was getting advice from OJ Simpson?

[@valerieneal2747]

@@frankpaya690 That's uncalled for😠

[@robertgadling7217]

@@frankpaya690 LOL!!!

[@Dragonfly6160]

I always thought Robert Blake was a terrific actor.

[@beebop9808]

He was a very good actor and a man with a closet full of demons. He talked about it at least once that I saw. He was very candid about a lot of bad that he lived with and took responsibility for a lot of bad he brought to the table with it. I came away from it seeing a humble man beaten, not asking forgiveness or sympathy.

[@mirazusta2002]

And you were absolutely right. By the way, his scene at the bar in "Lost Highway" is scary.

[@lukespack]

I was in a movie theater in about 1947 and Bobby Blake was in the movie as Little Beaver. He appeared after the movie to sell items associated with Little Beaver and he was dressed in costume and signed autographs. I never realized until much later that he was the actor Robert Blake.😋

[@soonchoi5481]

He remains one of my favorite actors! Hope he has found peace in his life!

[@beast1624]

Thank you again, Jerry for another great story.

[@aidaquintana7515]

Mr.Jerry skinner, keep it coming. Very good job. Thank you. ;)

[@AmWestColl]

good coverage of one of my favorite actors...no one could play Perry Smith (In Cold Blood) better than Blake did!

[@karenm.2185]

I always learn so much watching your videos. Thank you Mr. Skinner. 💜

[@gracemorris4983]

I grew up watching Baretta, I absolutely love Robert Blake.

[@emme8255]

i hope he's happy & at peace with him self here is a man that worked since he was what 3 or4 yrs old supported his family and was being abused at the same time. what a life to have. peace love & much much happiness for the rest of your long life & beyond ROB

[@jeffking4176]

I always liked his acting, and knew he had troubles, and problems. Followed the trials, but did not know what happened to him after. Again, great job. Thanks.👍🙂‼️

[@williamwilliam6714]

Always good to see your videos, Jerry. I appreciate your efforts.

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Bunny was a freaking mess, and severe user of people. There were any number of her victims that were perfectly capable of offing her given the chance. The travesty of justice is that once exonerated, the police never re opened the case to find the real killer. They have no interest in doing so, as it proves they are incompetent in the first place. After the trial, Bobby did retract from a more social life, but did maintain a friendship with Shelly Winters, and attended gatherings at her home. More details about this can be learned on Jordan Lee’s youtube channel, Daze with Jordan the Lion. Shelly befriended the young Jordan soon after his arrival in LA, and gave him acting lessons and included him in her social gatherings at her home , including some where Bobby attended. Jordan tells the story of Bobby coming by such a party soon after his release, unsure if he would be welcome. Shelly welcomed him warmly.

[@rhijulbec1]

What a wonderful response. You hit the nail on the head. Shelley was apparently quite the social norm buster. I enjoy her acting. She's a real "dame". Didn't take guff from anyone, man or woman.

[@rev.jennyosorio7003]

@@rhijulbec1 it's true. Jordan and Shelly were friends until she died. He has mentioned Robert Blake going to her parties.

[@elainedemers9892]

If my child was in the custody of a nut case like her i wpuld do ANYTHING. I NEED TOO DO. to keep my child safe. i do not know if he did ...or knew about crime. but i do npt blame him ...luv bpbby blake

[@davidhunt8456]

Bonnie not Bunny. The way the narrator pronounced it sounds like 🐰 Bunny

[@ronbelew9693]

It's not unusual for the police, and district attorney to call it quits after they lose a highly publicized case, plausible deniability is built into any other cases that follow.

[@Clairbear1222]

This guy was gorgeous in his hey day. Better looking than any movie star to date and an awesome actor. Baretta was my all time fave show. I looked forward to that every Friday night.

[@billsomrak]

Very informative. Not sure how you can maintain such a disengaged attitude/delivery, while giving the sordid details of some of these people.

[@harleyblue999]

I shall have to dig out my collection i have Baretta had forgotten Robert blake,my Brother in law introduced me to this series he loved it. Sad today i switch on my TV within seconds presented with diversity,doubt we will ever see again in my lifetime entertainment as it was. in 1973 i had the foresight to obtain the very first School's Video recorder as Vhs Betamax did not yet exist,my machine only played for an hour before you changed the tape but it was full bandwidth picture quality was as original,look at the wealth of TV we had,people came to my house to watch as they could not understand how i had TV in the day time,in those days they showed a test card,you tend when i watch your wonderful video's to bring back these old memories that i had forgotten,thanks again Jerry.

[@tulipsontheorgan]

He was a fantastic pool player!

[@zero_bs_tolerance8646]

I always admired Robert Blake. It's too bad he chose to go the OJ way. Really a pity. Thank you for the excellent, (as always), upload, Mr. Skinner. Always a pleasure.

[@TheRealDrJoey]

Wrong.

[@zero_bs_tolerance8646]

@@TheRealDrJoey Bitch, please. Like I GAF what you think.

[@LivingWithTheGuzmans]

Thanks for the video

[@rafaelramirez1507]

My Grandfather , my Mom and Pop loved him , now it's my turn and I adore him .... I so fondly remember him on a episode of "One Step Beyond" (Gypsy) , he is so special 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@henryhill3778]

How Jerry could miss one of his BEST Performances in a movie "Electra glide in Blue" is beyond me.... Blake owes those kids NOTHING! Love that guy.

[@sharolddelilahkelly8005]

AGREED...I Also Do Feel The Older Bakely Children Shouldn't Get Squat. ...&: I've Always Wanted To See: "Electra Glide In Blue", And: "Tell 'Em Willy Boy's Here", As Well.

[@dalethebelldiver7740]

Good job. I recall all these tv shows and movies. It’s too bad that Woman entered his life.

[@elwin38]

Baretta was one of my favorite shows as a kid of the 70's!!

[@rogersclark2850]

Finally I found a VERY nice channel that I really enjoy!!! Ur very stright with the facts and very unbiased about good or bad situations with these stars!!! I cant wait to see more of ur work sir!!!! GREAT WORK!!!!!

[@catking_playzfortnite1136]

Thanks once again Jerry! Another video well done

[@JamesCarbajal-v8c]

Taught me empathy, honor and courage, as I believe what we witnessed in his acting, is the the true real man that he was and still is, thank you Robert.

[@lisadunlop1786]

Brought back many memories seeing him in his various acting rolls throughout the years. So interesting to hear all the twists and turns each of our lives take which is why I love true documentaries! You did a great job putting all this together! Thank you for sharing and I also want to add… thank you for speaking so clearly it was a good speed where I didn’t have to consistently rewind! Lol! Made listening to your videos much more enjoyable! Thanks! Much appreciated!

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Lisa very much. Jerry

[@leslieMClass80]

Thank you Jerry! Well done

[@rhijulbec1]

It's so sad he fell so low. Parents do such cruel things to their children sometimes. And their actions as adults are a direct result of that treatment. I'm sorry for both actually. Bunnie must have had a horrific childhood to become such a user. Did he do it? NO ONE KNOWS! No matter the opinions below~no one was there. No one witnessed the murder. So no one can condemn him. Thank you for this Jerry~as usual wonderfully done. Jenn 💖 in Canada 🍁

[@flamingooneleg77]

rhijulbec1 wrong

[@TheRealDrJoey]

He absolutely did NOT do it. The fact that they threw him in jail w/o bail for a year is a disgrace. The man had NO--that is ABSOLUTELY NO gunpowder residue on his hands or clothing. The cops knew the very night this happened that he COULDN'T have done it. But it wasn't the first of the last time an LA prosecutor ruined an innocent man's life. Check out what Ira Reiner did to Ray Buckey sometime!

[@frankpaya690]

@@TheRealDrJoey I've carried a gun for years, and I've never unstrapped it, and left it loose in a public place. If I'm in a public environment, that pistol is with me, on my person, at all times.

[@TheRealDrJoey]

@@frankpaya690 That's great, but Blake apparently wasn't as prudent. Doesn't alter the fact he was clearly innocent.

[@GlennEverittMasterofMachines]

Keep em coming Jerry, we check regularly for new vids on your channel. Great work.

[@trollmanable]

A reminder to be thankful for what you have and not sad over what you don't have. There may be those that have more, but they also, may have more problems than you.

[@carloshathcock5333]

Really good mini-documentary.

[@jamescady723]

Thanks again, Mr. Skinner! Quality stuff as always.

[@dellavest9269]

I've always been a fan of this man-I learned a lot from your documentary, though! I loved him as Baretta, but my favorite appearances of his was on Johnny Carson-he was one of the first people to publicly admit to anxiety, and I guess that just kind of captured my imagination, LoL! It runs in my family, extensively, and I guess I just found it charming, in a way. I hope he gets all he wants; he's certainly been "through it", hasn't he? I think it would be an interesting story of how he managed to graduate high school despite all those things being against him. That's amazing!

[@robertmurphy4569]

Electra Glide in Blue , what a performance ! What a life ! More talent than all of Broadway !

[@billybob9961]

Another great video thank you so much

[@katslat8410]

OMG, I remember the Robert Blake trial and that Bunny was a REAL CARD! Very beautifully put together, thanks Mr. Skinner!!!

[@balerjohnson3099]

Once again Jerry ..Very well done video . Thats why Im subscribed....I enjoy them all .

[@trueleyes]

You know Jerry I have seen so many of your documentaries and only now commenting how interesting your videos are. They are so well done, and your subjects are so interesting along with all the detailed information that your videos provide to the highest level of accomplishment and thoroughness that it is simply amazing. How you obtained all the photos and insights into each of your subjects is without question first raite, number one, no one is better than you, you are the mark for the achievement of perfection. BRAVO MAESTRO

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Dan for your kind words. Jerry

[@mirazusta2002]

Very interesting document. Thank you for posting!

[@sallykohorst8803]

I really loved Baretta He was an amazing actor.

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Sally, he called me a while back to say he liked my video, that i treated him fair. Jerry

[@alvinrodgers934]

Jerry is a storyteller who can hold the rapt attention of any audience, young and old.

[@MrRotaryrockets]

Jerry... thank you for sharing this wonderful video

[@rolfsinkgraven]

Great video loved every minute of it thnx.

[@BAFFLED-u4o]

Fred the Cockatoo is still alive in a zoo and almost 100 years old.

[@amahra100]

For real?

[@Gator1699]

BS lm a Aussie at most 40's.

[@cocoaorange1]

Thanks. I never knew that.

[@t-squared6406]

Seems like the 1970s was popular for the parrot on the shoulder,wow,can't believe it is still alive!

[@dannij7081]

WOW