The King of Miami Beach

[@trentaccid2177]

I loved when I was young on Saturday Nights hearing Johnny Olson announce "From Miami Beach Its The Jackie Gleason Show" just great times growing up with shows like thid. God Bless Jackie Gleason I dont think he ever knew just how loved he was.

[@petercole8798]

Saturday night here in Massachusetts I was in elementary school in 65 66 67 . Loved Melencoly serenade. I'm 67 now 68 later this year.

[@joymcdonald8240]

Me too

[@emjay5577]

Very nice. I don't think there is anyone else out there who has Jackie Gleason's life so much a part of theirs as me, I was born in Bushwick, Brooklyn in the 1950's when The Honeymooners was on TV., and lived in an apartment building that once stood next to PS 73 where Jackie Gleason went to school. I also was born a John Gleason and was called Jackie all my life, although I added a different first name to my original name in the 1970's. I am still called Jackie by some members of my family which I do not like, preferring Jack instead. My family attended shows at the Halsey Theater which was also mentioned in the show and where Mr. Gleason performed. So, as another Jackie Gleason, I am forever connected to the famous one.

[@mrs.g.9816]

I was an infant when my parents watched The Honeymooners. But in the 1980's my late husband and I would stay up late on weeknights to laugh together over the reruns. I remember my sister and I running home from playing with our friends in the evening to watch The Jackie Gleason Show. Loved the comedy and background music, The Bartender and Frank Fontaine's cozy songs, the new Honeymooners bits, especially when the Kramdens and Nortons won a "Flaky Wakies" jingle contest and got to travel to Europe. I miss those times! Jackie Gleason was an American "national treasure". He made millions of people laugh.

[@spottss]

The GOAT! Not said lightly. We as little kids were sat in front of the old black and white for this show. Glad to have had the privilege. Love all it encompassed including the Miami Beach audience!

[@LindaMerchant-bq2hp]

There will never be another jackie Gleason never❤❤❤

[@westrotter7847]

When i watch The Honeymooners i tear up because it reminds of when my folks were newly married and Dad was just back from Korea....

[@TheEleatic]

The greatest artists were crazy. That’s what made them interesting.

[@DjCarlosSonic]

Very well done video. Very few videos done with this visioning and soul feeling in this era. Classy amd perfectly timed. High quality. Good job.

[@clydegoodrich6720]

Excellent! Jackie Gleason is my all-time favorite, the ultimate feel-good performer. This video is soothing, and it's very much as enjoyable as comfort food. And away we go!

[@luisreyes1963]

Jackie Gleason certainly earned the title "The Great One".

[@ayokay123]

Was never a phony.

[@kartiersupremewhite330]

Wow you learn Something everyday!! What a Class Act.

[@ewardmello4255]

My Delicate Condition, What a beautiful picture of Jackie on the beach. He put Miami on the map.

[@craigloschky9293]

I just bought that photo on ebay

[@michaellazzeri2069]

My Dad absolutely LOVED this man . even more than DEan martin, Jackie Gleason was an icon in our home, growing up. Dad loved his music--------his TV shows-----and he loved the man. having grown up with him I too, have come to love The Great One. ---------RIP. -------------------------MJL, 76 y/o

[@DerBingle1]

Jackie was so great. I remember his "American Scene Magazine" and the earlier "Honeymooners"...binge watching it again. Still very fresh.

[@MichaelSundberg]

Geez, I got such an eerie feeling listening and watching this video. When I was small I saw the Jackie Gleason Show with my parents but I remember the theme being faster and no ooos just a symphony playing. Add the old video footage and I thought I was in the twilight zone. Good video though I liked it.

[@imbatman3620]

A poor kid from Brooklyn NY rises to to be the King of Miami Beach ⛱ God bless America 🇺🇸

[@dianemelick2393]

I used to watch the honey money's when I was a kid my dad talked just like Jackie Gleason acted just like him too oh such good memories

[@dannyweasner5823]

I really miss Jackie Gleason big time -- one awesome actor he was !!

[@dannyweasner5823]

He (Jackie) was my favourite at age 5 years old in 1970, and I really enjoyed Ralph and Alice, Norton, Trixie in The Honeymooners. (Scenes at a Brooklynn, NY Apts. I think?)

[@billwilson6670]

Not just an actor: Impresario, band leader, composer, comedian. The Greatest!

[@theodoreking4685]

That was a lovely tribute. Now I have to go to Miami Beach.

[@westrotter7847]

And away we go !!!❤❤

[@markleben2347]

I was 10years old I saw him at the foundblue hotel in the 70s

[@ayokay123]

The Great One KNEW what the audience wanted and rarely had to guess. And of course that's what made him the absolute best.

[@mr.mendez9378]

That theme song music is non other than one of Jackie Gleason’s “Music for lovers” albums…..thanks for the memories.

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

Love the Bob Hope reference!

[@jennifersman7990]

Jackie Gleason was the “fun” Uncle every kid wished they had. The kind who’d tell tall tales of his youth, take you to ball games and (secretly) teach you how to play cards and shoot pool

[@ayokay123]

OMG, YES!

[@vparetti]

"How sweet it is!"

[@amacmti]

This is cool My dad loved Jackie Gleason 💕 miss them both he always thought this song was so sad...

[@TheVagolfer]

A complex and funny man. I wish I had met him.

[@scottmiller6495]

The Greatest Male Sit Com Comedian Of All Time PERIOD!!!!!

[@jefferybernard4800]

Scott what made him so great was he did it off the cuff without rehearsing too much it came up more natural and that's why it'll stand the test of time

[@scottmiller6495]

@@jefferybernard4800 I agree with you 100 percent!!!!!

[@lancethompson3431]

A true genius

[@samsmith4216]

Only Art Carney would fight him for that honor. Maybe it should be " Lead Male Sit Com Star" because Art was the greatest second banana ever!!

[@Diana-gf9tk]

You said it ! And you are right on target‼️🌜🌝🌛👍

[@tuttt99]

How sweet it is!!

[@zyxmyk]

My God that was beautiful. Didn't he even write that music? thanks so much. like seeing your dad again. I love you Jackie.

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

thanks for watching! yes he wrote it, its performed here by Jackie Gleason's Vocal Orchestra with The Voices of Artie Melvin

[@8176morgan]

In case anyone doesn't know, that beautiful song which accompanies the video featuring Jackie Gleason is called "You're My Greatest Love" (Theme from "The Honeymooners"). It was made by Jackie Gleason's vocal orchestra along with the voice of Artie Malvin. It was recorded in New York City, on December 10, 1955 and released through Capitol records. 🙂

[@freedomhigh2160]

He was and is a joy to watch, love that nostalgic feeling. Good ole humor.

[@dougfredricks2017]

I was a teen in the 70s and recall the Honeymooners being on 📺 as a child.

[@josiel152]

nice film good photography liked it

[@rlsimmons1214]

This video is so beautifully done, it made me a little emotional. Excellent!

[@greatadventures7378]

The only actor I have ever grieved for when he passed away in ‘87. He was THE GREAT ONE!

[@Djm8520]

But, Gleason was also an outstanding dramatic actor. Witness ‘The Hustler,’ ‘Requiem For A Heavyweight,’ ‘Soldier in the Rain’ and ‘Gigot.’

[@queenslander954]

Very very good , this video us into the relaxing state of the 1950’s & 1960’s … music choice was perfect ..I’m still in layback hammock mode after listening. We got the Honeymooners down in Australia as well, he was a charmer.

[@malcolmtudor8039]

Legends are forever.

[@mandysimmons2769]

Thanks for this. I am old enough to remember his show and the opening footage of a helicopter ( I guess ) coming in over the water up to white buildings on the beach. At that time I lived in Panama City and found it very thrilling to see other beaches. Enjoyed TY!

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

Thank you Mandy, glad you enjoyed it and reconnected with old memories!

[@jennifersman7990]

I remember that too when I was a little boy, can’t seem to find that title sequence anywhere

[@mandysimmons2769]

@@jennifersman7990 I know I saw it at least once on here ( YT ) but I guess it got taken off. My best to ur Jennifer.

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

@mandy simmons @jennifersman is this it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4SQfWeMpqeipa8

[@steelers6titles]

Gleason and Dean Martin, each successful on TV for years, got their series exactly the way they wanted them. Martin even made sure his contract required him to work (i.e., rehearse) as little as possible.

[@jennifersman7990]

Dean Martin was a smart businessman too! He had extensive real estate holdings all over California and Nevada and at one time was the largest single shareholder of RCA stock

[@rty1955]

My dad workes with him while at DUMONT (WABD) in NYC i would go into thw studios as a young boy and stand next to the camera operators

[@MRSTEEL15]

Oooh, How Sweet It Is............,........

[@karlhungus5554]

This was a delight to watch and so well done. Thank you for sharing. May "The Great One" rest in peace.

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

Thanks Karl! It makes me happy to see this bring joy to so many people

[@lonnieclemens8028]

Jackie Gleason had a magnetism that drew people in. Every sentence spoken was a masterpiece.

[@w.a.c.5027]

we lived in miami beach in 1950-1955. My father was a cook at night and lifeguard during the day. He knew a lot of people. My mother worked the counter for Wolfie Cohen on Collins. I recall how my dad detested Gleason as a complete drunken bigshot jerk who ran Miami Beach. He could not stand him. Said the same about Sinatra although he loved his music.

[@JoeBilello1969]

Its rarely mentioned that Gleason bought up an enormous amount of Miami real-estate back in the 50's when it was next to worthless and he died with a Florida real-estate portfolio worth close to 400 million dollars. He also owned the 100 acre community he lived in, HE WAS LOADED ALICE😂😅😊❤

[@jgdforesthills1]

The Great One! His work will live forever through the reruns of the Honeymooners and his TV show. He was the consummate entertainer.

[@luislaplume8261]

I remember when the Jackie Gleason Show was on Sunday night. I think it was on CBS TV, the same network as the Ed Sullivan Show.

[@jefferybernard4800]

Jackie Gleason helped create a lot of different musical tunes I wish somebody could put me in a direction where I could buy recordings of them

[@jennifersman7990]

I’d say eBay is your best bet

[@karlhungus5554]

There's certainly has a lot of his albums scattered across KZbin. You can find some of them on this channel: www.youtube.com/@gmoralesmx2/search?query=%22jackie%20gleason%22

[@kennixox262]

Lots of his albums are on KZbin music.

[@ranoosamagic9068]

I love him ❤ love his melodies and the most beautiful thing about him he looks like twin of my dad

[@robertwalegir8677]

Jackie said it right Miami Beach the sun and fun capital of the world

[@pamelacharbonneau3115]

Great pose.

[@doprmine]

Love this vid!

[@paulgallagher3122]

Thank you!

[@maureencora1]

I Heard Miami Has a Nice Jazz Scene for Over 50 yrs.

[@timtonner946]

Nice video

[@pardus5045]

I saw Jackie Gleason's ghost once in Florida; he was dancing on the beach.

[@scottwinne7494]

HOW SWEET IT IS.

[@johnhourigan6049]

While I know the song is titled “You’re My Greatest Love,” which specific Gleason album contains this specific vocal rendition of that song?

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

Jackie Gleason's Vocal Orchestra with The Voices of Artie Melvin

[@johnhourigan6049]

@@alexanderpodrizki4331 Thanks!

[@caaahlos5932]

Brilliant.

[@ctaylor3168]

Miami Beach (at one time) was a paradise that is until Castro sent his garbage to the state and then it went straight to the toilet.

[@dougk7075]

A great video for "The Great One."

[@glennschlegel7160]

How Sweet It Is.......

[@jackbuckley7816]

Unique personality in U.S. entertainment history, probably wouldn't be considered pc today, sadly, i.e., the smoking, drinking, carousing, etc., all part of his hugely popular appeal through the 60's. I once read a bio of The Great One wherein its author described the comedian as having outlived his era. This happens to all comedians eventually, I believe. Certain ones had the talent & charisma to remain popular until they could perform no more but a dropping-off, in ratings, personal appearances, movie role offerings, or otherwise, eventually can be detected. Gleason was a giant, though, no pun intended. Difficult to categorize in a way; multi-talented, to be sure, but his greatest success was in television, a natural for such a visual medium. He had certain professional flaws, though, I'd say. As much as I love the guy, I've come to classify Gleason as a somewhat lazy comedian, going through periods when he didn't seem to be too desirous to work. His career had gaps & was spotty at times. Some of this had to do, no doubt, with ambition, ego, & claims to being the highest-paid entertainer in the country, the latter, perhaps, one of his less endearing qualities. His comic image of being a brassy, boozy braggart, however, was immensely popular with the American public, so he had to keep that up. Males, in particular, enjoyed this persona, no doubt out of envy. His 2 famous, signature catchphrases were known by all, something comedians no longer employ. Jackie's rotund physique he played for laughs, something the public enjoyed as well. So---where does Gleason stand in the pantheon of U.S. comedians? As a sketch comic, he clearly was one of the greatest, something at which he excelled. He wisely recognized that monologues weren't his strong suit, avoiding or downplaying them whenever possible. Despite his brilliance, Gleason portrayed only a few regular character-types, unlike Skelton, who had close to a dozen, so this is rather puzzling, in terms of Gleason's vaunted versatility. His comic persona was unique to himself, a "regular joe" who nevertheless revelled in his wealth & fame---& didn't mind bragging about it, which, again, was an appealing aspect of the man's popularity & longevity.

[@christopherlucy1772]

Certainly we had it on the television when I was young. I live here now..Id like to go into the .theater I. don't know if I can I haven't had covid💉..

[@steelers6titles]

Why is the theater called "the Fillmore"?

[@jennifersman7990]

The Fillmore was a pair of theaters in San Francisco and NYC that all the top rock acts of the 60’s played. It closed down in 1971 but was reopened in the 90’s as part of a group of small capacity theaters in different parts of the country, the Fillmore organization bought the Jackie Gleason theater and is in the process of renovating it

[@surfdocer103]

"A little traveling music, Sammy!"

[@i-a-g-r-e-e-----f-----jo--b]

Some Jackie Gleason Orchestra music I take it? Thanks for the video! My name is Ralph, lol.

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

Yes, Jackie Gleason's Vocal Orchestra with The Voices of Artie Melvin, thanks for watching!

[@marcbahn5487]

I'm so old I remember before when English was the primary language in Miami to before it had a NY accent.

[@geraldbaker4019]

Song name?

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

“You’re my greatest love” by jackie gleason

[@Linda-bf4pt]

What happened to The American Scene Magazine?

[@barbaradownie3265]

WHO SINGS THIS SONG? SO BEAUTIFUL 💜💜💜

[@alexanderpodrizki4331]

Jackie Gleason's Vocal Orchestra with the voices of Artie Melvin

[@barbaradownie3265]

@@alexanderpodrizki4331 THANK YOU

[@ursulaglissmann6905]

I love JG♥️

[@cynthiarosas8214]

Everyone needs salvation here are the words of salvation please forgive me jesus im a sinner come into my heart and save me from my sin I no that you are the savior and I no that you died for me on calvary and I no that God raise you from the dead and you are alive and I thankyou for your salvation in Jesus holy name amen and its important to always ask for forgiveness every night

[@cynthiarosas8214]

Please give these words of salvation to someone cuz God wants everyone to go to heaven and just want to say that asking Jesus into my heart was the best decision I ever made and put your faith on jesus cuz jesus is the son of God and Jesus is our savior and Jesus is perfect

[@cynthiarosas8214]

And thankyou for coming in my email

[@cynthiarosas8214]

Getting saved was the best decision I ever made and I just want to tell everyone so they can go to heaven

[@cynthiarosas8214]

Well jesus wants everyone to ask him into there heart because he wants everyone to go to heaven God bless

[@cynthiarosas8214]

Thankyou for coming in my email and I hope you come again Jackie Gleason was funny my husband and I would watch everynight

[@JohnDoe-wy7py]

He was also the King of the Adirondack Mountains

[@anthonya2349]

I think he had a house shaped like a flying saucer there.

[@oldreliable60]

To the moon Alice !

[@loristitt65]

Sad commentary on the so called great one…. He for sure isn’t in Heaven……. He spent his life indulging in solid gold golf clubs, drinking and gambling… Could have done something good for others but didn’t, left nothing to charity….sad😢

[@MapleSyrupPoet]

✌💕

[@loristitt65]

A sad commentary …….

[@markmarsh27]

His grave monument was WAY 'over the top' but so was He!

[@TheBatugan77]

A long way from Bensenhurst.

[@toddmartin6572]

He wasn’t that funny… sorry

[@andrewpotok2661]

Todd. U need help

[@rty1955]

Your a mope

[@mikeodonnell6799]

his tv show in Miami.