To Tell the Truth - Berry Gordy, Jr., Creator of Motown; Orson Bean's father! (Jul 5, 1965)

PANEL: Tom Poston, Peggy Cass, Orson Bean, Kitty Carlisle
CONTESTANT #1: Berry Gordy, Jr. (Creator of Motown)
CONTESTANT #2: Lisa Hobbes (American journalist in communist China)
CONTESTANT #3: George Burrows (Campus cop & Orson Bean's father)
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[@randysills4418]

I taught piano to Berry Gordy Jrs. son in about 1978 and he was such a nice young man...

[@iammenuru]

RIP Mary Wilson! One of the original members of the Supremes!

[@joeblaumer2085]

What a gem. The Supremes are timeless for me, such great songs. I’m a big MoTown fan, that’s probably why I immediately recognized him.

[@peterlane4307]

If you didn't recognize Berry Gordy today there's a good chance that you would never recognize him.

[@ValleyoftheRogue]

The kicker is he got almost no questions here, and that is why he stumped the entire panel. I guess the panel thought Berry didn't look the part.

[@johnnewcomb534]

Someone refered to no2 diamond ring.

[@ThatsViews]

The Supremes. So gorgeous and such fine singers, too.

[@m.e.d.7997]

Wonderful. their songs were like nothing heard before much like the Beatles.

[@brucehutchinson9527]

Just to hear that is so sweet.

[@joswanell5792]

I really like how this show opened up. I also liked hearing the Supremes sing!

[@actownsend7288]

Me too!!!! Great song!!! Hearing Johnny Olson rave about it with that booming voice of his made me happy my dog woke me up at 6 am!!!

[@keithnaylor1981]

Still an amazing entertaining show after all these years!

[@bneale]

Tom Posten: How long do you think rock and roll is going to last? Squaresville, man.

[@eileen8304]

R.i.p Orson Bean. You were an amazing actor. He passed away last night at 91 years old.. God Bless You

[@00zarzu00]

so sad of how he was killed, too. just an old man crossing the street and then hit again by the second car. very upsetting. all i could imagine hearing that was his smiling, laughing face on shows like these, thus bringing me here. rip orson bean

[@kristabrewer9363]

@@00zarzu00 he was hit by a SECOND car? I hope it wasn't deliberate!

[@sheilamarie3788]

Killed in front of his lovely wife. 😢

[@kentetalman9008]

@@kristabrewer9363 He was knocked down by the first car. The second driver didn't see him, and ran him over.

[@actownsend7288]

I met my father in law for the first time the same week Orson was killed. 😮😮😮He was funny witty individual who brought joy and humor to our world. Great actor and raconteur!!!

[@sanchezmindandmusicchannel690]

FYI: This is an extremely RARE occurrence in 1960's TV presentations. The singers of their songs get to sing LIVE to the BACKING TRACK of their hit records. In most cases on most 1960's music show TV presentations, all you would ever get would be the singers "LIP-SYNCING" to their records. In this case, you are HEARING the actual voices of Diana Ross, Florence Ballard and Mary Wilson actually SINGING LIVE to the instrumental backing track of their records. VERY RARE, indeed.

[@jacquelinebell6201]

It sounded so good! I thought it must be live singing.

[@ValleyoftheRogue]

Ed Sullivan was the major exception. EVERYBODY who appeared on that stage on his show HAD to sing live. It was very nerve-wracking for the acts.

[@alanr4447a]

So funny that Kitty Carlisle told Orson Bean she didn't know who Dallas Burroughs is!

[@donnawoodford6641]

Interesting that Orson was drinking so much water, nervous reaction.

[@Melissa-SC73]

@@donnawoodford6641 I noticed that too. He probably ran for the bathroom afterward.

[@kenyongray2615]

The Supremes are indeed legends of the music industry. It was great seeing them perform live. Having Orson's I mean Dallas' Dad on was great too.

[@Bigbadwhitecracker]

Mary is so cute and still is! RIP Flo, the real supreme leader. Love the George Burrows segment. Lots of belly laughs.

[@kevinvanmeter2264]

Rest In Peace, Orson Bean. Thanks for the fun.

[@bernadette607]

To this day since I was a little teenager I have always adored Diana Ross. She has never been out of my constant play lists. She is simply magnificent and beautiful.

[@margaretkuhn4090]

Wish there were more showed like this on TV.

[@johnnewcomb534]

I am enjoyinging these.There have been a lot of famous but unknown people come on this show.

[@MovieJon]

The real Berry Gordy did an EXCELLENT job of acting hesitant and befuddled while still telling the truth, thus throwing the panel off the scent. Of course, he didn't just create The Supremes, he also helped create a baby with Diana Ross, so Kitty wasn't so far off in her assessment of him!!

[@jamesanthony5681]

Oh yes, very prescient of our Kitty!

[@jackanthony976]

The fact that not one of the panelists voted for the real Berry speaks for itself. Gordy was known for being sneaky, cagey, and elusive when he wanted to be. That is how he deceived people and ran his business. I guess it worked for him.

[@alskndlaskndal]

The performance from the Supremes was wonderful! Despite being a big Motown fan I didn't actually know what Barry Gordy looked like. Orson Bean seemed to be a big rock 'n' roll fan!

[@waltjr4516]

Barry Gordy is still alive and active at 87 years old and has a net worth of $345 million dollars.... I guess rock n roll can keep you young and vibrant.

[@markmaxner4060]

$345m sounds little seeing the influence Motown has on society. I'm surprised.

[@TruckTaxiMoveIt]

Punkanelly Lovejoy ... ouch.

[@Chutney1luv]

You've got to be kidding! Guest you never grew up in the Mid-West, or loved the Motown sound! ☺

[@Chutney1luv]

@Punkanelly Lovejoy He did sale Motown many years ago for $65,000,000.00! His money accumulated must have been investments! 🙄

[@jayvos6226]

R. I. P. Orson Bean, died 2/7/20 in Venice, CA, aged 91. What a talented man.

[@00zarzu00]

so upset about how he died too. all i could picture was his sly little smile/laugh. poor guy.

[@kevinbutler1955NYC]

(Crying)I still miss you..Orson.

[@Chutney1luv]

OMG! What a treasure! My father knew Barry Gordy! The Surpremes were amazing and the stories that I could tell you! I loved this segment! Thank you!🎶❤🎶 (You see that Diana stood behind Barry!) ⭐⭐⭐

[@michaelmantle6043]

Cecille Noble We're all very impressed that your dad knew Mr. Gordy. By the way, his first name is Berry, not Barry. Dope.

[@sgsmozart]

I am surprised none of the panel knew Barry Gordy...especially Kitty Carlisle....she was a smart cookie 🎊🎉🎊🎉

[@PV-pu5iu]

Kitty HATED rock and roll, though.

[@kbobdonahue1966]

The "Motown" sound was unique in Rock-and-roll history, You couldn't do it today.

[@marcustrice3246]

The Funk Brothers

[@marcustrice3246]

The Funk Brothers

[@latebloomerabroad]

What fun it was to have Orson Bean's dad on the show! I loved how hard Orson laughed when Kitty Carlisle told him that she didn't know who Dallas Burroughs was! Lovely.

[@mchapman1928]

Around that time we got to see them in a live concert in Manhattan. Fabulous. Great memory.

[@bwkeve3876]

I laughed so hard when Orson Bean Needed to disqualify himself

[@RonGerstein]

Wny?

[@ATLcentury334]

I grew up in Detroit during this time. Motown music was on everyone’s radios and record players back then. When the different artists from Motown started making money, they all would come visit my uncle. He was a salesman at Falvey Motors in Ferndale on Woodward Ave. Falvey specialized in European luxury automobiles. He sold Rolls Royces, Jaguars, and MG’s to all the singers of the sixties, and had autographed 8x10’s of them. A few years ago, Diana Ross’s restored Jaguar came up for auction. The original sales invoice was included, and my uncle was named on it, as her salesman. It was a fun time.

[@gp10020]

what a great smile Barry Gordy has !

[@vickielewallen3799]

Barry Gordy did more for race relations than any world leader or powerful speaker ever did. When he introduced Motown, the whole nation of young people loved it and wanted to be a part of it. He was the "game changer," an amazing man.

[@dcasper8514]

I think you're right.

[@jamesmc1016]

I know that's right.

[@jduwayne1]

100% right

[@freddy8479]

He would have had more respect from his people if: HE HAD STAYED BEHIND AND HELPED TO REBUILD DETROIT AFTER THE 1967 REBELLION, INSTEAD OF MOVING MOTOWN OUT TO L.A. LIKE "A B----H." MOST IMPORTANTLY, TREATING HIS ACTS AND EMPLOYEES WITH RESPECT

[@Walterwhiterocks]

You could see how nervous Orson was during the questioning of his dad's panel. He kept reaching for his glass and taking swallows of water. Even towards the end when there was no water left in the glass. Cute.

[@carolv8450]

I think there was ice in the glass,melting.

[@shuboy05]

Actually I noticed Orson finished his glass and poured some water out of Kitty's into his!

[@jackanthony976]

Orson died today after being hit by a car in Los Angeles.

[@EMomp]

@@jackanthony976 so saf, he was awesome

[@Walterwhiterocks]

@@shuboy05 Quite possibly, but in that last big swig he took, there appeared to be no ice chips or water in the glass.

[@peanutbutterimfeelinbetter7291]

The greatest achievement of motown's writers is, they succeeded to put the golden, the cream of the crops of proficiencies on the music which everyone could easily listen to. They already considered the respective aspects of the softwear and the hardwear of music from 55 years ago.

[@michaelmantle6043]

Peanutbutter Imfeelinbetter "Softwear"? "Hardwear"? Can you spell dictionary? Dope.

[@pattymiller9040]

Wow! The Supremes in their early years. That was great seeing them perform in yhat moment!! I did guess Barry Gordy correctly as soon as I saw him....not too surprising!

[@kevins.butler3402]

Sadly..we lost the last of the original panelists of "To Tell The Truth"..Orson Bean was killed in Vence,Cal. in a jaywalking accident..This episode will be a tribute to him and his father..Where ever you are..Orson? (Crying) you will never be forgotten..Good Bye

[@jackanthony976]

His death sounds very suspicious. I read that two cars hit Orson.

[@Walterwhiterocks]

Orson was not an "original" panelist on TTTT. Hy Gardner, Ralph Bellamy, and Johnny Carson and others (though not exactly regular) all preceded him.

[@kristabrewer9363]

Orson wasn't an original panelist!

[@karlabanks4908]

What a beautiful way to start off the show! Enjoyed this one too!

[@metropromise5915]

Gordy loved betting and gambling, he was a pro at playing it cagey and coy. If I didn't recognize him, I would've picked #2.

[@jackanthony976]

That's why Gordy got no votes because he IS cagey and sneaky. He fooled all the panelists.

[@kvernon1]

Wow, they didn't give the panelists much time to ask their questions. They didn't ask the real Gordy enough of them, maybe that's why they were fooled. Surprising to see none could identify the song by The Essex ("Easier Said Than Done, #1 in 1963), or "Surfin' Bird" by The Trashmen. And cool to see The Supremes singing live instead of faking their way through a recording!

[@steve.schatz]

As a Midwestern white teen, I thought these girls were the cutest I ever saw.

[@landibear6509]

Wow! I have been watching this show lately (never knew about it) and it took me until now to realize that Orson Bean played Loren Bray on Dr Quinn Medicine Woman. So sad of his passing. RIP.

[@moontheloon5]

I knew Berry Gordy right away. The Supremes were terrific!

[@eggbertinkabod1121]

Da guy blew up since den ! Guinus

[@m.e.d.7997]

He was not known in the public eye at that time obviously. He signed "The Jackson 5" in 1968. This is 1965.Still would have thought some famous people may have seen him.

[@Chutney1luv]

@@m.e.d.7997 Had, they grown up in the Midwest or been into the Motown Sound, they would have known him! ☺

[@keithmarkman617]

I was surprised that nobody recognized Berry Gordy.

[@RonGerstein]

In 1965, nobody ever saw Barry Gordy outside the music business

[@ChrisHansonCanada]

Man #1 in Game #1 Lady #1 in Game #2 Man #3 in Game #3

[@WitoldBanasik]

Wonderful episode of TTTT !! Thank you for posting !!! Well... Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard should have been given a better chance... with all due respect to Diana.

[@reealitychick]

WITOLD --- we all say that.. with due respect!

[@Chutney1luv]

Only, if you were screwing Barry! Diana had that position and she had Rhonda, her oldest daughter from that affair! 🙄 Good performance tho! ☺

[@jackanthony976]

As long as Dina Birdsong was selling her goodies to Gordy, Mary and Flo would always remain in the background.

[@jimmybrice6360]

i find it hard to believe that berry gordy would not know the songs that the essex did - they were huge hits - easier said than done and a walking miracle.

[@susankennedy5739]

Yes! Especially since he was a song writer himself earlier on. Both Essex songs were great songs!

[@ValleyoftheRogue]

It was recorded live, so he may have had a lapse in memory.

[@edwardvogel9094]

When Kitty Carlisle said she just did something she had never done before, I thought she would say she wet herself.

[@JILL0704USA1]

Orson kept drinking water from an empty glass while his dad was on stage.

[@johngreen3543]

I believe that the water consumption part is probably something he does often and all the health experts tell us to drink water often. Maybe that is why Orson out survived all of the panelists and Bud, who knows? RIP Orson Bean

[@shuboy05]

I'm guessing Kitty assumed Orson Bean was his birth name until this episode. Sounds like someone in the audience knew judging by that big laugh at the mention of Dallas Burrows.

[@reno1uest]

I think the big laugh when Bud said the name of Dallas Burrows was Orson Bean himself.

[@shuboy05]

That is even more hilarious!

[@michaelmantle6043]

shuboy05 The laugh you refer to was from Orson Bean himself. I was there, offstage and watching the show from the "wings".

[@shuboy05]

@@michaelmantle6043 That's awesome! I would have loved to watch these shows live.

[@Skuniverse357]

Kitty, you didn't realize how right you were?! 🤣🤣🤣

[@ValleyoftheRogue]

Berry Gordy will be 92 next month. At around this time he was involved with Diana Ross.

[@ValleyoftheRogue]

He is 93 now and will be 94 in November 2023.

[@RonGerstein]

​@@ValleyoftheRogueHe did turn 94!

[@nanaberry4120]

I still think it is a shame that Diana Ross was the only one who was actually allowed to sing. It would have been nice if one of the other girls could have had a solo now and then!!!! Boooooo!!!!!!

[@safiyaking8452]

Nana Berry Yesz, boooooo!

[@liwmld]

that actually was a bone of contention among the girls.

[@senoramariposa]

I read that she pushed her way into the lead, much to the sadness of Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard . I have never especially cared for her Diana Ross's voice.

[@eggbertinkabod1121]

Boooooo boooooo boooooo boooooo to u jackass

[@eggbertinkabod1121]

@@senoramariposa SHUT UP YA SAP

[@lorraineb.4698]

So nice they included performances from The Supremes

[@uselessjoe]

Because he hesitated on adding "Jr" when he introduced himself, everyone discounted him.

[@jacquelinebell6201]

Loved hearing The Supremes! Didn't know that second song. Loved it.

[@KingOFuh]

A panel of huge MOTOWN fans

[@RalphOnofrio]

LIVE singing....What a treat!!!!....A backing track, but LIVE vocals.

[@mathmusic1490]

I've seen Barry Gordy, Jr., in photos and documentary's, of course, since this program was made. He's on our left.

[@GIJOE64]

Early Supremes-flawless.

[@falanajerido875]

That was great

[@Bigwave2003]

Anacin: to relax tension and calm nerves. Anacin is loaded with caffeine.

[@brucescott4261]

Bigwave2003 ...So is Excedrin.

[@MrMatteNWk]

Better than what's in the product of other frequent sponsor, Salem Cigarettes

[@brucescott4261]

@@MrMatteNWk ...Nicotine, right?

[@arealmench]

Wow, Diana Ross and The Supremes were on To Tell The Truth. Only Elvis and The Beatles would be a bigger shock.

[@brucescott4261]

They were just called the Supremes, then.

[@Chutney1luv]

Yes! They did not add Diana's name until she was screwing Barry! That put her in the lead position! Her actual name is Diane!

[@janeiwasduncan8463]

Could you imagine any current group or band appearing on a game show?? No way! 🎈🎈

[@jackanthony976]

The Supremes were also on What's my Line. another TV guessing game type show.

[@TruckTaxiMoveIt]

Clearly Berry Gordy was far better at representing others than himself. On introduction I knew who Berry Gordy was, but as the show got started I can see why no one believed he was him firstly because the affidavit gave the impression of an articulate, organized individual, which instantly appear to correlate with the look of number 2, secondly Barry's body language throughout was timid and shy which simply didn't fit with the image of the leader of an organization that was as big and powerful as it was, and thirdly when he was asked questions he seemed unsure of himself as well as the answers. If I didn't know who he was I would have voted for number two too. On a totally separate note I was super surprised at the opening of the show when The Supremes didn't appear to be cohesive, they were not only bumping into each other but off beat at times -- I'd truly love to know how that all came about

[@Chutney1luv]

My father knew Barry! Barry, was anything but timid! The stories of Motown, could fill the Pacific Ocean! ☺

[@Walterwhiterocks]

@@Chutney1luv Berry, not Barry. I bet your dad knew the difference.

[@jacquelinebell6201]

Loved Tom with Mr Burroughs lol.

[@jacquelineburke1164]

Not being a critic here but this song is very similar to This Old Heart Of Mine by the Isley Brothers. My guess is that H D H wrote them both. Nevertheless, I love both songs. This Old Heart Of Mine is very high on the list of my favourite songs.

[@michaelmantle6043]

Jacqueline Burke Your guess is correct, along with Sylvia Moy.

[@roaminggnome6878]

I thought #2 looked more like Orson's father than his actual father, haha. Man he was drinking that water like there was no tomorrow!

[@bucksdiaryfan]

He found Diana Ross in some random Detroit high school... it makes one wonder how much talent lies in this country undiscovered -- Ms Ross is utterly amazing

[@Djm8520]

If you listen closely, contestant number two says: “My name is Berry Gordon, Jr!”

[@RonGerstein]

So?

[@Djm8520]

@@RonGerstein Well gee, Ron. A person who does not know their own supposed name is PROBABLY not the real person. Thats SO!

[@rosemarylytle7537]

Diana is and will always be The Boss!!! ❤

[@KevinButler-m9r]

(Crying)I still miss you..Orson.

[@terr777]

Well, Kitty, you sorta had it right.

[@donnawoodford6641]

I recognized the young Barry Gordy. I think Diana Ross and Gordy had a brief romance, don't think they were married.

[@johngreen3543]

Here it is 2021 and practically everyone recognizes Barry. It was immediate to me and I think most people have seen his face on TV, they keep doing Motown stuff on Sunday Morning and 60 minutes.

[@edwinhamer3319]

Supremes...class, class, class.

[@generalbullmoose]

RIP Orson Bean

[@oksills]

Rosen must have been very nervous; even before the questioning began. He kept drinking and drinking water.! Had to be nervous. I think it was a complete surprise to see his dad.

[@Walterwhiterocks]

Who's Rosen ??

[@Walterwhiterocks]

@Rich Handley No I don't, dude. That's why I asked.

[@Walterwhiterocks]

@Rich Handley Don't be a wise guy. I obviously didn't know or I wouldn't have asked. And a bit of advise... don't assign adjectives to folks you don't even know. It reeks of pomposity. Be well.

[@michaelmantle6043]

okskills Who the fuck is Rosen? The man's correct name is all over this posting. Dope.

[@johngreen3543]

Orson is always drinking water, particularly after he votes and the camera moves to Kitty. I don't think it is a nervous thing, I think it is a way of relaxation and besides it is very healthy thing to do.

[@kevinbutler1955NYC]

Happy Birthday Mr.Gordy.

[@englishcountryside4581]

A very young Mr. Berry Gordy.

[@ADAMSIXTIES]

Orson Bean (1928-2020)

[@patriciamooney928]

Gordy populated some the Motown scene of the future and was related to President Jimmy Carter.

[@timothywills7709]

Rock and roll has outlasted Tom Poston.

[@robertbrauer6718]

Love Orson making a reference to Surfin' Bird.

[@hot88s23]

The Trashmen

[@jeannehall6546]

Berry Gordy, Jr. made R & B what it is today! And the one with Orson’s dad was fun (so tragic how Orson died- 91 I think he was, if memory serves, and he gets run over by 2 cars while out for an early evening walk- that’s no way to go!)!

[@mariannelaba]

Priceless orsons dad everybody knows three supremes were supreme❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😢

[@hizgrase]

Really. Looks just like his dad. Easy answer.

[@actownsend7288]

And it has lasted forever along with soul!!! God bless you Berry Gordy Jr. I am beyond you all won $1,000!!!!

[@watchman1178]

1) Why didn't Orson keep his real name in show business? Dallas Burrows would've been a great name for the entertainment industry. 2) I bet Orson visited the bathroom as soon as the show was over. Dude must've consumed 4 glasses of water during the last segment. LOL!

[@johngreen3543]

There was someone by the name of Abe Burrows and one Burrows was enough.

[@RonGerstein]

Not water, alcohol

[@Rodin99]

I think Orson or Dallas Burroughs, great name, is still with us. Dennis Miller...he used to be on Miller's radio show sometimes.

[@Bigbadwhitecracker]

As of this writing, Dallas is still with us around 90 years old, I believe.

[@michaelmantle6043]

@@Bigbadwhitecracker He passed away on February 7th.

[@wynnssecret8882]

Lesson # 1 " Want to be the lead singer"? Sleep with the head of the record company

[@UberLummox]

Sirprised Berrie Gourdie dinn't know The Trashman.

[@jackanthony976]

I am surprised none of the panelists knew who the Essex were as they had two top twenty records just prior to this show, one of the records going to number one.

[@michaelmantle6043]

UberLummox Surprised you "din't" know how to spell his first name correctly. Lummox sure says it all. Priceless.

[@UberLummox]

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[@MrsFrankii]

RIP Orson/Dallas

[@kentetalman9008]

Loved Game #3.

[@pannamal5182]

Berry still kicking to Motown 94 years. Worth $400 million

[@patricktownsend3474]

Diana sounds as if she has a sore throat on Back in My Arms Again. Married to one of them - Ouch that stung!

[@ISIO-George]

One of the few episode with African-Americans.

[@RonGerstein]

It was1965, what do you expect ?

[@deborahhileman9149]

RIP Orson. 2/7/2020

[@michaelmantle6043]

One of the few live TV shows in the '60s where the vocalists didn't lip sync to the music. The Supremes were singing live in both songs. The audio tracks were from the actual recordings however, since the show didn't have a band or orchestra to back them up.

[@jackanthony976]

The Supremes were vocally so good that they could sing live at any time, even acapella when asked. In Japan, the Supremes sang You Can't Hurry Love acapella on the spot during an interview when asked.

[@kenj280]

The records where they

[@skyedog24]

There was a another side to all of this rock music all of which came on very quickly and unless you lived through it (in the specific time frame ) you would be about 84 now or had parents that listen to music before this thing called rock and roll that came on with the likes of Elvis Presley and the Beatles and Motown. There was music before that and it was actually very good but it got drowned out by all of the different Rock and rolls. And I'm sure the people that listen to that music always felt a little bit of disdain when they would hear and see rock and roll Stars which would have been a very big let down. I can remember some of the record album covers I can still visualize Don Ho Jim Reeves Julie London Perry como Sammy Davis Junior, to name a few Dean Martin ect,,. All of this music took a back seat to a quick younger generation that came on the scene while people who were a little bit older did not ever connect rock n roll .

[@maemae4602]

The girl in the middle is so beautiful

[@Chutney1luv]

That was who Barry, loved! Florence, didn't like him because he was married! Diana, didn't care! She screwed her way to that leaf position; being Barry's lover! Good singer tho! ☺

[@michaelmantle6043]

@@Chutney1luv "Leaf position"? And his name is Berry, not Barry. Dope.

[@ThrivingWithTheSussexes]

@@Chutney1luv Gotta do what you gotta do...it worked for her. 😂

[@marcustrice3246]

Florence Ballard was not only very beautiful but originally she was the lead singer and who founded the group from the beginning.

[@ABALLAM3]

I always liked to connect random stars on programs with other series later in life: I get to connect The Supremes with Desperate Housewives as Orson Bean played Roy Bender, Karen McCluskey's love interest from Season's 6 to 8.

[@GK-ev5rd]

Gordy took Motown to LA and things were never the same in my opinion. Mary Wilson had a torrid love affair with singer Tom Jones. To me, she was the Beautiful one of the group. Flo Ballard lost everything when released from the group..she was raped, could not find work and died at a young age.

[@jamesmc1016]

Yes sad what happened to Ballard. She was raped however very early on, not after she was released from the group.

[@jamesklatt]

Just right out of the musical/film dreamgirls.

[@MrBohuslav]

Correct name is Liza Hobbs.

[@reno1uest]

RIP Dallas Burrows AKA Orson Bean

[@dcasper8514]

How 'bout that ?

[@susankennedy5739]

The three of them (the Supremes) should have each gone to one of the men, instead of all three to Gordy!

[@brucehutchinson9527]

The bamboo curtain. Back when America new what China was. not where to get all our substandard products. And not where are ambitious politicians go to compromise themselves.

[@watchman1178]

Amen, and it's even worse now. Our corrupt, bought-and-paid-for Deep State government is a JOKE, but unfortunately the joke is on us.

[@RalphOnofrio]

How long do you think Rock and roll will last? In 2024,that is a very moot question.