Walter Matthau Salutes Jack Lemmon at the AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute in 1988

[@kennethwayne6857]

Two of the very finest actors of the twentieth century.

[@mattdaugherty7865]

Gone but never forgotten, thanks for the memories gentlemen!

[@Erin-ce5gs]

It’s amazing how much the two friends loved and cared about each other. You can see tears in Jack’s eyes at the end.

[@LPJack02]

RIP Walter Matthau (October 1, 1920 - July 1, 2000), aged 79 And RIP Jack Lemmon (February 8, 1925 - June 27, 2001), aged 76 You both will always be remembered as legends.

[@Missundaztood91]

Two originals. Never took themselves too seriously like many of today's actors.

[@monoecumsemper]

that's exactly what made & makes them great.

[@lambert2332]

like many of that day's actors too

[@armandoameer1361]

you all prolly dont care but does anyone know of a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I somehow lost the password. I would love any assistance you can give me.

[@jaredtrent8114]

@Armando Ameer Instablaster ;)

[@Rays_Bad_Decisions]

I know what characters

[@laj2240]

Matthau makes my life better every time I watch one of his movies. Together, they were a treasure!

[@ammoroad]

I actually met Mathau in Catania Airport in Sicily when I was stationed there with the Air Force. He sat with us on the plane to Rome and he shared that he was a B-17 waist gunner and radio operator with 35 missions during WWII. He said his CO was Jimmy Stewart. He was a nice guy.

[@lonmcq7317]

What a nice memory for you...

[@colindorrans9495]

Great story.

[@zephyr332]

Oh wow. That is awesome. Yeah, I heard he was a down to earth guy. Well I never met Matthau, but I DID meet Mr. Leslie Neilson. Leslie was shooting a Christmas movie (in July) in the mall next to my building where I lived in Toronto. I was a scorching hot day. I was dripping sweat and when I walked up to the main entrance of the mall, it was decorated with Christmas wreaths and lights... then when I walked in, the crew was setting up Santa's Village. I thought "Oh my GOD! What was in the WEED I just smoked in the parking lot!!??" And there he was, getting fitted into a Santa costume! So I walked up to him and I said "Aren't you Leslie Neilson?" and he said "As far as I know!" LOL. He was just as hilarious in person and he was very gracious, and he was kind enough to give me an autograph after he got suited up as jolly old Saint Nick!

[@largol33t1]

Wow, I didn't know he and Jimmy Stewart were on the same air crew. Interesting, thanks for sharing.

[@Stiitchjones]

One of kind guy...funny without trying to be and probably one of the more down to earth actors in Hollywood

[@lonmcq7317]

Jack is clearly touched by Walter's tribute...Heartwarming...RIP, you guys...

[@savedfaves]

Buried with graves side by side. Best friends.

[@bugger1649]

Jack&Walter both are very talented actors, every movie you guy did was a treat to watch, Rip guys

[@nexxusty]

Pure class. It's sad we will never have people like this in Hollywood again.

[@olliejoker1862]

We don’t, do we. They’re all pretentious souls.

[@Toucan11]

That’s for sure. Hollywood lost all class

[@Gugjch-rl3ko]

It's getting worse we all are not going to be here ,think about that

[@kellyanastasia2752]

By sheer chance these two shot a movie scene right across the street from my home back in the 90's when they did Grumpy Old Men. I was really struck at how completely different they were off camera. Matthau was very gregarious and engaging, Lemmon extremely quiet and to himself. Yet the scene would start and there you saw the absolute magic these men created together. What talent and such a treat to see it all happen!

[@nexxusty]

I couldn't be more envious.

[@ADAMSIXTIES]

Magic time.

[@douglasbrown4567]

Hard to believe it's been 20 years since they passed away. 😔😢

[@jaredf3844]

Grew up watching these two... Two of the greatest to ever do it!!!

[@VickySwindoll]

Two outstanding actors ❤

[@NathanKJohnson]

Two legends in the game. Two names who I don't think get mentioned nearly enough today. Both are missed tremendously.

[@TheSerpent21]

Man can never have enough of Walter and Jack! Two legends! I mean like Mount Rushmore they both are!

[@edkeaton]

My first exposure to both Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau was seeing them both in "The Odd Couple" when the movie had aired on TV a long time ago. I was instantly hooked. There will never be another more entertaining pair than these two legends. RIP gents and thanks for the cinematic memories. 😎🙏

[@polara01]

You can really feel the deep love, respect and admiration here between Matthau and Lemmon. These men are National Treasures and I feel fortunate to have grown up in an era where I was able to witness them in real-time performing their magic on and off the screen. They are greatly missed

[@mish375]

I agree. I was fortunate enough to be alive during their latter years and my grandmother was a huge fan. She had a number of their films on VHS and we'd watch them all the time on the holidays. The Grumpy Old Men movies were a personal favourite.

[@bobibest89]

Walter had sooo much class. Great man.

[@davidnmorrismorrisactor7117]

VincentTG he's like a second WC Fields

[@Dooguy]

I had a friend of 30 plus yrs like this......I miss him everyday. Its impossible to have a friendship like that today.

[@ZoKitchen]

Best men

[@TheLitehart1]

I so miss these beautiful dudes. I don't think we'll see their like again. Stay together in the next realm, guys, so we can all catch up to you and give you one long hug!!!

[@m.gregory5880]

I never tire watching these awesome actors and miss them dearly on and off the screen..thank god we have the movies they did..

[@noabaak]

malthau's speech makes a man cry out of jealousy that a man can have such a friend. - Brooklyn NY, 9/17/2018

[@arbin.m.5089]

Like how you included thee date of your comment. 👌.

[@christianaugustin2150]

Because in the words of the poet and philosopher, Billy Wilder, “most actors can show you one or two things and they’ve emptied their shelves. Jack Lemmon is Macy’s and Tiffany’s and Sears Roebuck, catalog and all.”

[@brianscottmednick235]

Matthau and Lemmon are buried next to each other, and across the way is Wilder.

[@brianscottmednick235]

Yes - funny, true, and poignant.

[@laurakenney225]

..really? I find that comforting. yes, I love them both 💝

[@MOGGS1942]

I'd love to listen to their late night banter.

[@joel8583]

I'd sure love to listen to that! :)

[@taotzu1339]

When Matthau got to the Pearly Gates, St Peters asked him where his partner was. Matthau replied, 'You mean that lowlife asswipe eggsucker who's always hanging around those kinky stripbars? He's too dumb to die. And if he did, he'd be at the other gate, south of here!' RIP Gentlemen. Amen

[@edkeaton7242]

These guys are probably my favorite comedy team. I enjoy their individual movies, but as a duo they're an absolute riot. And their friendship, both on screen and off was very pure and touching. Both Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau are a national treasure.

[@TheLitehart1]

I couldn't agree more.

[@ddbauer]

This was from 1988, a lifetime achievement and then goes on to make arguably his BEST stuff.

[@videoart344]

Jack Lemmon & Walter Matthau , When I see them I am ready to cry , they made a big difference in show biz , so human and so professionals , really dedicated to their acting with so much of everything and more....

[@branbattia6271]

They were soulmates. Love them so much.

[@Nicolethirty4]

I wonder why Walter Mathau didn't win an AFI award? I think he deserved one too. :) I love them too!! :D

[@rikkidee]

Together on the big screen. Together in eternity. Thanks for the laughs you both gave us.

[@davefordavefor]

What an incredibly nice thing to say.

[@kohatenclave]

You don't see such mutual respect and admiration anymore.

[@Biboche23]

Love both these men so much. Also they did magic everytime they acted together. You can tell their bromance was real

[@82easyrider]

Wonderful, truly Walter style tribute. They were genuinely good friends.

[@runeulriksen]

Lemmon cracking up at Matthau’s joke, is absolutely priceless. My two favourite actors/comedians.

[@rebeccadavis7219]

they cared for each other

[@JF32304]

Yes they did. They died about 6 months apart.

[@43jaygee]

When I think that these two great artists are gone it hurts quite a bit. They gave us so much.

[@kohatenclave]

2 of my favourite actors, I cry everytime I see this

[@stude2011]

Sky news live

[@maxximilian90]

both legendary

[@timholbrook7671]

The events that created these people (Walter and Jack) were special and will never been quite the same ever again. This is what is so singular in our joy and appreciation of their talents. Good to view them once again through the eyes of these clips. RIP M/L...

[@auntielisalisabopeepsa]

Matthau & Lemmon. Comic geniuses. We’ll never see the likes of these amazing classic actors again 🙏🏼

[@MustangMike012]

Great tribute to a dear friend. RIP JACK AND WALTER.

[@johnjarou2357]

jack lemmon : you are missed. my favorite actor. (and a good man).

[@1luiszepol]

Mine too.

[@ladonnastrang8208]

John Jarou; nice call

[@waremblem3405]

NO ONE has even come close to filling Walter's shoes since he's been gone.

[@ZachCanPlay]

+War Emblem agreed. and never will that day come.

[@robertmurrell3852]

His or Lemmon's. We will never see their like again.

[@roelmartinvandervelde9407]

True, Walter was always tetchy about other people touching his shoes. Fact.

[@edwardmcmanus7496]

A Hollywood I used to love. Lemmon & Mathau were very special. Thanks for the memories. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@steveconkey7362]

Pure love for a friend.

[@MOGGS1942]

Great speech by a great man appreciating another great man. Perfect. I just loved the both of them.

[@MA-vw1pl]

God bless these two. When you flip through channels, there are certain actors that make you choose to remain on that channel. These actors are the comedians. No matter what the movie they are featured on, they will always brighten your time and win your heart. Mr Mathou and Mr Lemmon were two of these precious entertainers. And like all humble comedians, they will never know how vital they are to humanity. Once again, god bless these two.

[@edkeaton1085]

Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau have such a tremendous love and respect for each other and to see them together on screen is always a great pleasure. They're one of the best comedy duos in all of cinema history.

[@will_9342]

The respect that Matthau had for Lemmon can be seen a mile off in this clip. R.I.P. to both of these giants.

[@craigsevery6274]

These 2 guys Matthau and Lemmon were 2 of a kind. Yet now 2024 their friendship never died. These 2 were hilarious in the movies they made. Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon did great movies. Although at this time back then i was only 4 years.

[@michaelgovin1222]

Two great actors. Two men with a lot of class.

[@ChrisC11291980]

Two wonderful talents and two great men.

[@Spicedforlife]

What a gem of a clip, the love and respect for each other was touching. Two orginals, missed very much. RIP Gents!

[@DavidHummell]

So many great movies together and apart.

[@theballer04]

This is one of the great comedy duos of all time. Laural and Hardy, Abbott and Costello, Lemmon and Mathua.

[@rubytuesdayphoenix]

There are very few things in this world I love more than the way Walter Matthau says "fried shrimp sandwich and a chocolate frappe"

[@brianmcnutt3610]

Jack Lemmon was a master of both comedy and drama

[@StandardRacing]

Perhaps the best comedy team ever. You are both sorely missed.

[@rhondafortson5205]

Walter M...the funniest "grumpy" man ever!! Loved everything Matthau ever did!!!

[@johnw8984]

Jack Lemmon was a great actor very underrated just see the movie "missing". Or Save the Tiger.

[@TyfoiD75]

No envy, no jealousy... Amazing.

[@equine2020]

2 great actors.

[@PaceFilmsProductions]

Two Bonds laughing their asses off at Walter Matthau telling Jack Lemmon stories, you just got get these kind of moments on tv anymore.

[@MrMorganfarts]

+SilverConquistador I'm seriously having trouble figuring out which one it is

[@geoffwilliams4478]

@@MrMorganfarts Sean Connery and Roger Moore

[@MrRuperty]

@@geoffwilliams4478 Nick Nolte.

[@alexveldhuis6004]

Sean Connery and Nick Nolte. Nick was never a Bond.

[@NikiaDelaney]

They are truly missed. I loved the "Odd Couple" and "Grumpy Old Men." I fell in love with Matthau again in "Hang Up." They had to have a strong connection because Lemmon died a year later. It's touching how Lemmon never left Matthau side before he passed.

[@SUGAR_XYLER]

where did you get those eyes? (*_~)

[@NikiaDelaney]

You can copy and past mine into your profile.

[@iku_33]

The outtakes for grumpy old men were the best. I remember one he was revving up the boat motor and it wasnt moving. "Hey dickhead I'm stuck" lol

[@rcnut5112]

Jack's son said Walter was the brother he never had. If only I get to here both of them guys that would be super

[@coondogg729]

@@iku_33 the outtakes from grumpy old men are just hilarious. my mom loved watching those movies. i remember watching them as a young kid and not getting most of the jokes. now as an adult I crack up watching the movies. Burgess as the grandpa was hilarious. "ive been to Hawaii" OH YEAH which island? "cmoniwannalayya" 🤣🤣

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

Love these two Gentleman !

[@davidwilson599]

I miss the old days when we were blessed with such great actors!!!

[@Lukather5150]

Sure miss those guys and the quality and class they represent

[@ElmwoodParkHulk]

Two great guys ❤️

[@joliecide]

These two were masters at walking the line between comedy and tragedy. Hell, Mathau was in Pelham 123, the man can do action.

[@iku_33]

One of the best comedic duos of all time

[@gazzybishop8320]

That is absolute true love between best friends right there! May they both RIP ❤

[@nixbronowski5822]

A MAGNIFICENT TRIBUTE..LOVE these guys x

[@patmctallica3522]

the very best comedian couple ever!!!!! walter a comedian? have you seen him laugh? .....that`s why he was so brilliant, and i`m not THAT old! but this sort of quality i can`t find it nowadays! R.I.P. Jack n Walter

[@edkeaton6093]

These guys were a class act! Really was a big fan of their work, both individually and collectively. Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau are a national treasure! God rest them both. They will always be one of my favorite comedy teams! Long live the original Odd Couple.

[@JohnDoe-dj3lw]

Ouch.....seeing Sir Sean laughing and having a good time hurts a bit now that I know he's not longer with us :( Miss him

[@harpothehealer]

Great tribute

[@primel6508]

Matthau & Lemmon.....they are legends! Still love them, their humor and......of course all of their movies!

[@vardellsfolly5200]

They were brilliant..they should be remembered!

[@rajkumarrajamani4811]

Super........you don't have any stars like Lemmon & Matthau anyone..........

[@dufrainexqpalito2685]

and that was one hell of a compliment!

[@lucybirdy9435]

I would like to see whole video of this wonderful evening about Jack Lemmon 💖. Is there exists this!? Marvelous person, incredible talent and kind, gentlemen! Just love!💓

[@adamatc450]

The most perfect of the most perfect cinematic pairing ..

[@ausendundeinenacht]

made me cry under the tears of Laughter my two IDOLS rip

[@KimberlyM0716]

Oh, I adored them both. So versatile. Such wit. Wonderful timing. They complimented each other very well. Dearly missed...

[@ktbuktbu1964]

They do not make them like this anymore. Class Class Class

[@kellyanastasia2752]

I heard a director and I have forgotten who it was, say Jack Lemmon could read and interpret a scene better than any actor he ever saw. He could do the scene in a dozen different ways if you asked and each way would be unique just by his timing, voice, expression etc. A true artistic genius!

[@mickdwyer4254]

You will never see this calibre of talent ever again.

[@joanmarshall6861]

Love this Guy, one of a kind! R.I.P.

[@CF1975]

Some actors are good in comedies, other are better in dramatic roles. Lemmon was one of the few who was excelled in both.

[@jimk8592]

These guys made great movies, love them both!

[@baxter5431]

Apparently, Walter & Jack had some sort of almost "metaphysical" connection because one died within a year of the other.

[@reneehurt387]

Rest in peace and birthday wishes to Walter Mathau. 10 1. It is a joy to witness one of the strongest Hollywood friendships ❤ they died almost one year apart. These two remind us a best friend is a blessing

[@allmusicfan88]

Quite a combo!! Love these two gentleman!

[@VideoGamesAndTheWorld]

Two great legends. May they both rest in peace.

[@BlueLineofthesky]

Man...what high-quality people...what great men and women. What amazing times!

[@el7jake]

What a tribute to such a dear friend.

[@GalelNarmoril]

The best couple in movies, hails! from spain to both awesome actors now in the sky with Wilder.

[@johnevans5434]

Two of the best actors of all time...wish the US could produce more along their caliber!

[@ogiecruz8063]

God I truly missed these 2 Jack Lemon and Walter Matthau RIP you both. I loved ya two