The Andrews Sisters with the Supremes

The ANDREWS SISTERS sing with THE SUPREMES.

[@theclephane2914]

The Andrews sisters were 48, 50 and 55 years old and The Supremes were 22, 22 and Flo was 23 years old! The music was great! Sammy Davis did a great job setting this one up! Amazing!

[@StevenTorrey]

What a tribute from one generation to another!

[@StevenTorrey]

+Steven Torrey I would love to see the whole show.

[@StevenTorrey]

The Supremes, when they were young, most likely listened to the Andrews Sisters

[@spoonido]

Nice to see the Supremes blending their voices rather than just being Diana's back up singers.

[@TheRelger]

No kidding. A real missed opportunity. Supremes had three very talented lead singers but only utilized one.

[@PatriotUSA53]

@@TheRelger Diana had the unique voice, and the emotional edge the other gals lacked.

[@figmo397]

@@PatriotUSA53 Diana's voice is more coquettish than either Flo's or Marys. You also forget that Berry Gordy had the hots for Diana, which probably had more to do with her being made lead singer than talent.

[@rioboy13]

For real!!!!

[@bryanedney2723]

Two Generations of TRUE TALENT

[@waynebrasler]

This literally was the talk of the nation the next morning. It clearly was a passing of the torch. And a singular moment in show business history and racial harmony.

[@HurricaneRhonda]

Mary Wilson said the girls had a great time rehearsing together, the trios teaching the other their signature moves.

[@Bfdidc]

Wow. There's a meeting I never would have guessed occurred.

[@robertvelez8485]

This segment belongs on a national dvd!

[@waynej2608]

Agree. And, maybe in the Library of Congress. I know it gets my vote.

[@realitychick8903]

and Flo s children should get some $$$$$$$$ from it as well ..

[@rioboy13]

Flo OWNS this entire performance!

[@roberta.lofgrenjr.7485]

+rioboy13 Without A Doubt------------------

[@d.harvey-rawlingsauthor3146]

Amen to that...

[@roberta.lofgrenjr.7485]

D. Harvey-Rawlings AUTHOR I agree with you.

[@ramona2400]

Tony Turner who wrote All That Glittered My Life With The Supremes spoke about this segment in an interview I did not believe it had happened but now I know he told the truth he said Diana was not pleased at how great Flo's vocal came across and Sammy put her in her place real quick as Flo and Mary were has favorites and it was his show. Diana thought she should be in the middle like the lead from The Andrew Sisters Sammy said hell no it is Flo in the middle or you all can go I see after seeing this that Tony was right again

[@TheRmjr]

Vertically Challenged I did too. Strong and clear! She was truly showcased here! Thanks Sammy!

[@aperson2943]

I have the biggest smile on my face right now

[@fraanbalsa]

Me too!!

[@waynej2608]

Same here. This was just awesome. A much needed delight. Great singers, all!

[@lillianmunster4734]

Me tooooooo 😃

[@weatherboi]

What wonderful groups of talented women, bridging the generation gap.

[@SeaTravelr123]

This is bringing a big smile to my face... Loved both trios....

[@L1b3rty76]

This video makes me like Sammy Davis Jr. even more. He was a smart guy who saw that Flo was really talented and being suppressed under Mo town. He gave Flo her chance to shine and even recognized what type of music allowed her to shine. On a previous show he turned up Flo's mic to allow everyone hear her beautiful voice. Thank you Sammy!

[@youyong28]

I heard that Florence was his favorite. He said that she reminded him of Pearl Bailey. After Florence was fired and he appeared with "Diana Ross and the Supremes", he lavished his attention on Mary.

[@blogshagify]

Oh please. Give it a rest. Diana was probably glad she didn't have to sing lead for a change

[@anthonystewart2041]

You can clearly hear Flo is out singing both Mary and Diana.

[@realitychick8903]

Right On Tommy--- Sammy was smart and KNEW .. and that is why DIana s earrings kept falling off-- she was too full of herself in her early years.. and selfish.. The Rat Pack was about being good loyal friends... NOT being a RAT ....and doing in your friends...

[@ashashraa6579]

@@blogshagify You clearly didn't know what Diana was really like did you? Two words to perfectly describe her, head stepper and back stabber.

[@lydiarox100]

I am in love with Florence's voice

[@momonine53]

This is great! BTW- this was prior to 1967 when sister LaVerne died of cancer...the youngest Andrew sister was nearly 50 years old in 1967 and the Supremes were in their 20s here. Two different styles, AND generations. I think it shows how talented both of these groups were- to do a great job of singing each other's music.

[@stepheniuppa5199]

momonine53 dddd

[@keithkirk8697]

"BTW- this was prior to 1967 when sister LaVerne died of cancer." I suspected as much from the way she was moving around the stage but thanks for confirming my suspicions.

[@tomasauteiral1515]

Exelente información

[@steveb1164]

All six became great pals while rehearsing & filming this.

[@hollidayevery]

These are the times that people forget about...Both groups enjoying each other...it was not about competition...it was about MUTUAL RESPECT!! Conquering racism, and love of what one does! Remember, African Americans were not on television everyday of the week during this time period. THIS WAS A BIG DEAL. The Andrews Sisters adapted the Supremes songs to theri style and I loved it. The Supremes did the same in reverse. Pure Entertainment!!

[@IDiggSocialMedia]

That's what I love about the 1960s, the fruits of the Civil Rights movement! They would not have done anything like this on television in previous decades, before the 60s! We were finally coming together, think God!

[@malcolmmarshall7284]

Listen to Florence's stunning rich soprano, back in the very early days, the Supremes never would have made it without her voice, charm and beauty.

[@ceeceetracey9839]

lots of narrow minded folks dont know that

[@lewiscarey1593]

That is totally B.S.!!!😮

[@Maatization]

Stop it. the only reason the Supremes made it was because of the lead singer not the background singer. The only think interesting about their harmonies was Diana's voice riding the wave of Flo and Mary's voices...you all hate Diana so much.

[@Maatization]

@@ceeceetracey9839 A lot of narrow minded people are creating a fantasy about a hand clapping back up singer...sit down

[@ceeceetracey9839]

@@Maatization I’m a fan of Flo and Mary

[@charlesbrown1934]

The airwaves were owned by real singers in those days. Very refreshing.

[@viewer0510]

Flo was a star who whose light was just not meant to shine; Diana was the entertainer; Flo was the real STAR! RIP Flo.

[@LaVerne37]

I'm THE Andrews fan...however, my favorite part is that the microphone picked up Florence's voice so well. What a great voice Flo had. Many thanks for posting!

[@opheliumzone4671]

I'm wondering if the producers or Berry Gordy strategically decided to put Florence in the middle so that her dark/jazzy voice comes through clearly to make the sound fuller. Do you think so? If that's the case she was never given that opportunity again.

[@lillianmunster4734]

Yes I agree Flo voice was Great SIP Florence (blondie ) and Mary SIP 🕊️💕 Thanks for posting this!!

[@JCOC1971]

I love this because Flo was in between Mary and Diana. Love you Flo. R.I.P. .

[@nikfreedom5245]

2021 year)

[@Leatherbro]

You are not alone. I agree with you. Flo's "star quality" shined despite she sang background vocals.

[@MUDEFORDful]

I never thought I would live long enough to see this, I wish my mother was still alive to see this

[@z2002marlene]

RIP Patty Andrews, last of a true class act.

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Marlene, How are you doing?

[@mikehenry8262]

First time i have ever seen this clip. Tears and smiles from me. I loved it

[@dleemurray]

Diana and Florence sound so good together on this!

[@FonzeOnterell]

they actually had great moments together people . lol!

[@ptrachev]

Florence front and center. Loved it !!! Didn't see her shine on too many occasions. And the Andrews sisters take on the Supremes hits was priceless and fun !!

[@antij1]

I know that Florence had to be fired. He couldn't tolerate that, but he didn't have to blackball her, either. If he couldn't help her, he didn't have to hurt her more than she was hurting herself.

[@ptrachev]

True

[@HamlettKenneth]

+antij1 Ms. Ballard signed a contract with another label after she left Motown, and she made recordings that are available on You Tube,, so she was hardly blackballed. In interviews after her dismissal, she acknowledged that she did not like all the work involved in building a successful recording career, and she especially disliked the time on the road away from home. She also acknowledged that she failed to show up for some performances, showed up drunk for others and purposely sabotaged the choreography to mess up Ms. Ross and Ms. Wilson. I do not believe Ms. Ballard was blackballed at all, but if others did not want to work with her, it did not have anything to do with Mr. Gordy. She built her own reputation, sadly. It always astonishes me when I read criticism of the members of the group who worked everyday to make them successful, in particular Ms. Ross, whose sound propelled them to international stardom, but no criticism of the member who did the opposite. I love all the Supremes, and do not understand why some insist on speculating about her having a career she did not want. I also do not understand how, after listening to her recordings as a single artist, an objective listener would believe that she had a voice that would have taken her to stardom. She has a nice voice, with occasional problems holding onto pitch, but it is not that different than many other singers -- inside and outside show business, Ms. Ballard does not need an invented career or overblown estimations of her talents. During the initial good years, she and Ms. Ross and Ms. Wilson took the Supremes to the top. They are a part of history and members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. That would be more than enough for almost anyone on earth, so I do not understand those who feel that she somehow was denied stardom. She achieved stardom with the most successful female group in music history,

[@antij1]

Florence was still blackballed. Her album wasn't available until decades after her death.

[@roberta.lofgrenjr.7485]

+antij1 I know. She got the shaft for sure, but certainly did not deserve it.

[@debchancy2304]

OMG I can't believe I found this. When I was 9 years old in 1964 I first heard the songs by the Supremes on my family's car radio and instantly loved them. My Mom told us kids at the time that they reminded her of the 'The Andrews sisters' of her WWII era, but that they had a great distinct sound. I watched old movies and heard old records of the Andrews Sisters but I don't remember seeing this. Love Florence as the lead singer in this video and always loved Sammy. So wonderful!

[@tindepapp]

How beautiful, thank you. Real voices, real singers. Full of joy, how nice.

[@MultiGeraghty]

WOW!! Two of the greatest "Girl Bands" ever on the same stage! Orgasmic!! Totally brilliant!

[@lillianmunster4734]

Awesome 👍

[@pco9672]

The Supremes covering the Andrews Sister's cover of the Beer Barrel Polka 3:20 is not something I expected to see today! Love it!

[@user-ly8uc9rb8z]

Truly priceless,two different generations of singers who are ALL great and groovy.

[@debhayes2822]

I love their voices.

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Deb, How are you doing?

[@lillianmunster4734]

Me tooooooo 👍

[@manfredschmidt9872]

Two generations of the best female singers!

[@juliusmaloney]

Amazing! This proves two things, how fabulous the Motown tracks were no matter the style they are sung in, and secondly how fab the trio of Supremes voices were together. There should have been more opportunity to hear all three ladies. Florence really comes into her own here! :)

[@cortlandhunter1794]

+Julius Maloney Yes! You can hear her really well here. You can also hear Florence and Mary in the Hullabaloo clip where they sing "I Feel Fine".

[@juliusmaloney]

I'll check it out! :)

[@Maatization]

So Flo can sing...if she couldn't she wouldn't be in the group...but she was not lead material and Berry knew it.

[@kathrynmolesa1641]

This was TV Gold and never to be repeated.

[@ricardovargasmacedo2398]

This act is pure Flo. We love you Blondie.

[@RubyMacintosh]

its like someone stole one of my dreams, this is crazy! I love it ! X

[@GarthAstrology]

What a delight! And how Florence vocally steals the show with her rock solid harmony and dead-on intonation. What a beautiful, velvety voice she had.

[@AlexBNicoM]

Juste magique ce moment, communion de génération et d'origine, par la chanson.

[@Kamelhaj]

They really sounded fantastic singing each others' songs! Shows how much talent both groups had!

[@knockshinnoch1950]

I just wish there were more recordings where the Supremes sang in their close harmonies- it's a fantastic sound.

[@Trobinson97]

Now this, this is just amazing.

[@mariagramieri9290]

part of all the wonderful old movies i saw when i was a kid...Bob Hope, Abbott and Costello all my favorites. RIP Andrews Sisters. All together again and now my mom can lindy in heaven!!

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Maria, How are you doing?

[@jfjoubertquebec]

Talent talent talent, artistry, respect, love... loss of words here!

[@JenaBurns125]

who care who was trying to outdo who all that matters is that they were all perfect together...i loved it its a one of a kind right here...thank you StuartLou!!

[@CameronEly]

Two Timeless Groups!

[@billjones2055]

I could set and listen to both groups all day. love their music.

[@sierria64]

Th e Andrews sister we're handing the torch they knew these girls were going all the way..my this is a rock and roll moment..they Supremes we're famous but we're on thier way to utter fame

[@haroldsmither8378]

You can see it in Diana's face, this one was Florence's moment to shine and shine she did. This is why booking agents at the top venues and supper clubs requested she be present for the performances.

[@bellyjewel]

I can't find words to describe how wonderful this is.

[@michaelyorke833]

I think this was a great mix of two fabulous female trio's from times gone bye

[@altfactor]

Two of the greatest (maybe THE two greatest) female singing trios of all time. I know that Sammy Davis. Jr. did a short-lived NBC variety show in 1966, I would think this clip was from that series. This is a priceless television moment, and shows the respect each group had for the other, and the other group's music. Also not surprised that Davis pulled it off; he had a very healthy respect for all kinds of music.

[@steveb1164]

It was called "Sammy!"

[@SmoothCinnamonX]

Flo is amazing! #werq

[@HarmonySkinCareEssentials]

Love how they came together the supremes was in their 20's and the Andrew sisters were in their 50's

[@millymille1]

Thanks for posting!the supremes sound great and wonderful.love Flo's voice .

[@louiswilliams8921]

Still sound better than.people today..

[@lillianmunster4734]

@@louiswilliams8921 I really agree with you Louis 👍👍👍

[@ronditchen6664]

That's freaking amazing all them American Icon all on stage at the same time black and white coming together truly truly awesome especially during the sixties when black and white relationships were at a boiling point Sammy Davis jr. The Supremes The Andrews Sisters some of the greatest American performers of all time definitely enjoyed this video thank you for posting

[@ChrisJayUK]

Flo is absolutely on point! She sounds incredible 💕

[@NanaAmySpectreSeeker1111]

Thinking of my Mom...and one of my dearest high school friends. Mom loved the Andrew sisters and me and my friend Sonny loved Diana and the Supremes... ❤❤❤

[@shemstock]

This is absolutely so beautiful...both sets of ladies so beautiful gorgeous and elegant...

[@jamesdill8985]

I am laughing and weeping at the same time. What a wonderful clip from the past

[@HamlettKenneth]

What a video treasure this is. Thanks so much for posting it here. These moments were historical, not just in terms of music, but in terms of the lives of our people. Motown crossed all sorts of barriers that had never before been crossed, with Diana Ross and the Supremes leading the way. The Andrews Sisters were iconic, and when the Supremes matched them, a torch was passed, and a legacy established. These young women made history, and it was wonderful to watch it happen.

[@tommy2chips]

Dude this was a great moment in music. I mean it was about 20 years difference between the two groups? Or maybe more. I love music and I am adding this to my favorites. This is music history. They both were amazing.

[@doconnor1354]

What a treat. Thank you for this one-of-a-kind special program.

[@barbaraobach]

Those numbers were perfect for Flo, I would pay triple to see them all in concert

[@zeenaj9261]

Such a beautiful iconic moment in entertainment history ❤❤❤❤❤

[@lf1234]

The Supremes- talented beyond words!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@arlenecerf8833]

Fabulous number :Like a mother to a daughter and a daughter to a mother

[@williamlaneve9236]

Great stuff. Never knew they did this together. Two great generations of pop music on the same stage... awesome...

[@lillianmunster4734]

👍❤️

[@unclelouie3828]

I put this on. Such a fabulous clip. I saw the original broadcast - was thrilled to find it on the web. The outfits the Andrews Sisters are wearing is because they just finished a 20's medley.

[@moboutmen]

Truly.....a hidden gem.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

👍👌👏 The extremely good mood comes right through the screen!

[@Cocodan-jn5md]

the andrews sisters dance moves r hilarious,but it's nice 2 see these women harmonize with each other.

[@avrilarteagapuente2701]

Beautiful music of all times! AMAZING, this is a dream come true. I can't explain in words how much I admire The Andrew Sisters & The Supremes.

[@jimdetroit]

one of the coolest things i have ever seen, how great

[@MultiGeraghty]

the original and best "girl group" and the wonderful Supremes. MAGICAL!!

[@flyboy13131]

This is really a treasure ! I didn’t realize how well the Supreme’s could actually harmonize so well . I knew the Andrews sisters did it almost exclusively . Two of the most famous groups make this really a special treat ! Thanks !

[@tcarman]

Wow... Glad I was able to find and see this performance. I'd read about it years ago and stumbled upon it here. The best of my mom's generation coupled with mine. Just perfect!

[@DaleRaby]

This is one of the best music videos I have ever seen. Too bad there can never be a repeat of this... well, maybe some time.

[@phtevlin]

What a delightful performance!! 6 highly talented women doing a great show. And thoroughly enjoying it too.

[@MikeBlitzMag]

Talk about a summit meeting. Magnificent!!

[@rickrazz]

Totally awesome and incredible. It's a shame there isn't a better quality copy of this clip.

[@literacykcvolunteer4680]

I have never seen Flo so lovely and happy. This little or never shown clip truly shows her as the prettiest of the trio. It's sad to see her happiness fade over the years as Diane stole more and more of the spotlight. What a ham!

[@PrinceMontrey]

Flo got a great reaction at 1:22. Glad they let her voice drown the others' out for a change!

[@roberta.lofgrenjr.7485]

+Montrey I couldn't agree more.

[@ceeceetracey9839]

They knew to put Flo in front of that mic for that style of singing

[@ceeceetracey9839]

the Andrew sister in the middle was like YEAH!!!

[@bettinagerloff1379]

So schön zu hören und sehen!!!

[@chrislukawski1568]

TOTAL GOOSEBUMPS!!!!

[@alivis1999]

Absolutely AMAZING! Couldn't get better than this!!!

[@bluewaltz4224]

How I remember watching this very show, c. 1965. I was home from college for the week-end. I got on the phone and called my cousin in Memphis and asked, "Have you heard of a new group called "The Supremes"?? They're marvelous!

[@stephaniewalls2382]

Singers can sing Anything!

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Stephanie, How are you doing?

[@donhoward2796]

LADIES AND GENTLEMAN WELCOME THE ANDREW SISTER'S VS. MOTOWN'S OWN THE SUPREMES 🌹🌹🌹 WITH FLORENCE BALLARD ( CENTER) VERY BEAUTIFUL PERFORMANCE ONCE IN A LIFETIME 🎶 GOOD JOB FLORENCE SHE CAME THRU WITH FLYING HARMONY EVEN DROWNING OUT MS. ROSS ALSO MARY CAME THRU TOO THANKS THIS IS PRICELESS THANKS SAMMY DAVIS JR.

[@calitos7138]

Just beautiful, so sensational & fantastic!

[@heavenatsbeha9418]

amazing!!!! singing each others hit songs!!! wonderful!

[@Jasper7182009]

Wow!! What an ending! That is one for the ages. Thank you Sammy Davis. 🥰

[@karenhill3970]

This is soo AWESOME...switchin places...i love it.....such wonderful talented ladies. ..ALL 6💜love yall

[@lillianmunster4734]

I agree 💯 ❤️them All 👍

[@cashenry]

This is an amazing piece of entertaining-history! And all of them classy women!

[@almabustamante9585]

OMG! Simply fabulous!!!!!

[@Jasper7182009]

The Supremes should’ve done a record of Andrew sisters songs. They are fantastic with her harmonies. That was a golden opportunity lost, but we have this little bit thanks to Sammy Davis and his show.

[@Bigbadwhitecracker]

I've never been a fan of the Supremes or I guess I should say... of Diana Ross, but I'm totally blown away! I'd call this the REAL Supremes. I just love how the Andrews Sisters nailed motown! They all should have recorded Birth of the Blues together! What a wonderful clip I had no idea existed.

[@alixhanes7474]

Nailed motown? They sounded silly

[@sedet784]

Tbh I never even heard of The Andrews Sisters but the The Supremes I knew! Motown Legends!

[@ThrivingWithTheSussexes]

They did anything but nail Motown. 😂 More like flopped. Poor things. 😂

[@troynov1965]

How fantastic is that !

[@danreaume7675]

Six amazing voices. Patty conducts everything from the moment we see her. Notice how she changes position so the Supremes can see her conducting the final parts.