Hello, Dolly! - Carol Channing (1979)

[@larrykemble3380]

My Mom knew her, she definitely was hilarious and fun to be around. I miss her so much ❤️❤️❤️ Rest In Peace, to a very special lady in theatre.

[@hersheypyle]

Rest easy, Carol. Dolly will never go away.

[@rwick40]

Dolly has left the house

[@hamptonstreeter6282]

Miss Channing was so gracious to our group of Air force members stationed in England in the 70s, she came out to greet us after a performance, a busy lady but she took the time to say hello.

[@JohnPenfold1]

She probably said "Hello Pilots!" :)

[@MichaelDG2023]

She always took time to meet fans...well into her 90s no matter how late after the show.

[@karencarney7595]

What a life , she had! & Much like Marilyn who graciously greeted our fellow soldiers...100,000 to be exact! Amazing!

[@dillpickle8015]

And she blew em all

[@anthonygalzarano8099]

I worked with her on the Grand National Tour of Hello Dolly in 1978. On every show I would chat with her briefly before pulling the cord on the little curtain at the top of the grand staircase that she would slowly descend to wild applause for her final rendition of "Hello Dolly". Great memories. Wonderful lady.

[@constillationolexei4710]

That’s so awesome you had your own little movie moment!

[@AvatarPrimus]

Amazing! 🤩Thanks for sharing this lovely memory with us! 🥰

[@lone-welf]

how convenient..

[@tonyspinnelli730]

To work with her must have been a revelation!!!! Saw her 1994 revival!!!! I cried seeing her descend the staircase!!!! What a lady!!!!

[@anthonygalzarano8099]

@@tonyspinnelli730 She was a total professional. I almost was fired when my assistant decided to drop a Quaalude and disappear into the bar between cues. He was supposed to have the "potato puffs" (tissues sprayed with iced tea and browned over light bulbs) ready for her dinner scene. We scrambled like crazy until we found them. She was adlibbing to kill the two minutes or so it took us to find them. The next day, as I met her behind the grand stairway I apologized and told her it would never happen again. "It better not. " she replied, cold as ice.

[@sharonmangas2919]

My late mother adored Carol Channing, and loved "Hello Dolly." My mom had some tough circumstances to overcome in her life. She was widowed very young and raised three children on her own. When she finally got us raised and began to reclaim her life, she adopted 'Hello Dolly" as her theme song. I can still hear mom singing this & adding a lot of dramatic flair. If there's a heaven, she's welcoming Carol today and they're surely singing a duet! RIP Carol. You were one in a million.

[@katebowes1]

Oh what a beautiful memory that is ❤️ I’m so sorry for the loss of your mum, she sounds like a great character, I’m glad you have some lovely memories of your mum 🥰

[@GMMayo-fk9wj]

There is Love. Count on it.

[@GMMayo-fk9wj]

There is a heaven.

[@theesweetmud]

how lovely, rest in power to both powerful women, hello dolly!

[@ryan010able]

I bet there having the best time up there. Your mum sounded like a strong woman !

[@deschutesmaple4520]

They just don't make 'em like they used to! Carol Channing is amazing, her charisma and stage presence are captivating! 🔥

[@petephillips2545]

No one did this better than Carol Channing--and no one ever will!

[@cristinapatellani5332]

Barbra did ❤

[@Orcl1100]

Wanna Bette! 😂😊

[@louiscaruso4167]

I saw Carol Channing in Hello Dolly in March 1978 in New York...she was amazing...she poured every drop of herself into the performance...RIP...

[@hannstv]

I came here because I read of Ms. Channing's death this morning....a true original. A true talent.

[@VLyricParker]

My mom worked at the Fox theater. And one of my earliest memories is being about 5 years old and seeing this lovely woman performing Hello Dolly.

[@brianpowell5326]

There is no other Dolly!!! She’s wonderful!!!

[@ThePilot68]

Had the pleasure of seeing her on Broadway in the spring of 1964. A highlight of that trip!!

[@davidfischer5576]

I saw her in Hello Dolly in Fort Myers FL several years ago, got to meet her after show. After an incredible performance Miss Channing took time to speak with everyone, what a truely charming woman who I will never forget. RIP Miss Channing and thank you for an evening that I will always remember in.my ❤.

[@elainelosee7974]

Carol Channing, what a beautiful gal. Yes, you brought the house down. Thank goodness, we love you. You were Fabulous DOLLY. THANKS AGAIN!!!

[@richardpaluzzi8818]

My mother met Carol when she briefly resided in Modesto and was totally awed by her. RIP Carol.

[@dianealden9293]

Brings tears. My mom would sing that song to me when I returned home after a year away. Thanks for posting.

[@HiramKasten]

the great critic, Walter Kerr, said Carol Channing was the only performer who ever lived up to, and even beyond, her Hirschfeld!!! HOW TRUE!

[@linda1081]

I love her voice so much. Whenever I’m feeling bad I put her on and I feel much better.

[@carlozabbia1157]

She deserved a standing ovation.

[@cindiverbelun1802]

I saw Carol do this role at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH in 1995, she was 64. Incredible stamina! I also saw her with Mary Martin in Legends at Playhouse Square. I think we may have briefly met her then, but everyone was very protective of Mary Martin, and I don't honestly remember if she came out after the show - I know Mary didn't. Carol, you were - and will always be - a star of the highest caliber. You will shine forever, and you will be forever missed. RIP.

[@wholeNwon]

74

[@carlmahape1004]

I was lucky to see her perform at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood when I was 17 years old.....she was spectacular and I loved her since then.

[@martykopulsky6778]

Hey, I saw that production there also when I was 15. It was great! Very sad today! 😢

[@308W82]

Saw Carol Channing in a revival of Lorelei and she was magical! The most generous, ingratiating, charmimg entertainer ever -- with a heart as big as her smile! RIP Carol Channing -- your lights will never dim. Thank Heavens for youtube so future generations can get a taste of your magic!

[@GMMayo-fk9wj]

My Daddy used to sing it to me when I was a toddler. Sooo miss him. Rest in heaven my precious Daddy:)

[@robertherman4850]

Carol Channing WAS Dolly. I get chills every time I watch. WOW WOW WOW fellas.

[@ellierfromthebronx4531]

We just lost Carol at 97...rest in peace.

[@weremyjiggins89]

Carol's singing is so effective. It pierces through orchestra and chorus and you can understand every word she's singing. It's never going to be anyone's first choice as far as agility, clarity, accuracy, but that's not the point of her performing. She's creating life for the lyrics and setting them to the tune. I also love that she pays no mind to the tempo. Just when you think she's going to be late for the pickup, she's right there. She doesn't rush herself, but somehow comes back on time.

[@georgereynolds2832]

Wow!!! Miss Channing has no equal in performing Hello Dolly.

[@JoeFLash41]

R I P Carol Channing. 2019

[@davidfischer5576]

The one and only Miss Carol Channing, a true entertainment LEGEND. This woman was blessed by God with so much talent and she blessed the world with those talents. RIP Miss Channing, you will always be remembered for your incredible performances and interviews.

[@natureman007]

I have performed this show 3 times thus far as a dancing waiter. Brings back great memories. Thank you so much 💓

[@My3Dogs]

Not very many have contributed to our appreciation of life as Carol did. Unforgettable. Keep smiling, Dolly!

[@skovner]

They might as well bury the part, too. Carol Channing WAS Dolly. No one else can do the part justice. Saw her on Broadway when I was 10-12 or so. Don't remember the year, but I remember the show.

[@maxinef6654]

RIP Carol Channing. Thank you for giving us Hello Dolly.

[@nomiddlenamenmn427]

I met her years ago. She was glorious and radiant. What a treasure. If anyone could call the stage home, it was Carol.

[@christophermolloy1401]

Amazing evening in many ways! They polished the floor between the rehearsal and the performance. No room on that tiny stage! The cast of Chicago went on before us and went down like ninepins! Also on KZbin! Still, we all managed to look gorgeous! Xxx

[@SDoesNotKnow]

Growing up watching the Barbra Streisand film, I thought I understood Hello Dolly!, but I didn't actually understand Hello Dolly! until I saw it on Broadway for the first time with Donna Murphy. This is a show that seriously needs to be seen live with a top-notch production with brilliant acting, comedic timing, choreography, pacing, and direction. I think that was the magic of seeing Carol Channing live back in 1964 and in subsequent tours.

[@Tracymmo]

I agree! Just saw it with Betty Buckley tonight, and wow! Knocked my socks off. Whole cast was first rate. Oh, the gorgeous harmonies in this scene are wonderful live!

[@Bend818]

I do wish I had the absolutely honour of seeing Ms. Channing live in this role. But sadly I’m a ‘96 baby :(

[@haintedhouse2990]

because of seeing the film first i never cared for Hello Dolly - i thought the film was a mess. everybody kept saying see it on stage, it's so much better. i still wish i could catch a good run of the show.

[@mattstevens7601]

@@haintedhouse2990I'm watching it today for the first time and can't get into it. The dancing waiters are great but Barbra talks so fast that I don't care what she's saying.

[@haintedhouse2990]

@@mattstevens7601 i thought Hello Dolly was a sign that the big budget movie musicals had run their course - over produced, too splashy, too big - if you finished the film i'm curious to know your thoughts..

[@fionaosborne6733]

The best performance of anyone to play dolly. A legend Carol RIP

[@davidllewis4075]

Some years back while working in an enclosed office a woman walked in and said something; without looking up, I said "Carol Channing.: She said she got that a lot, but usually not from someone as young as me. Told her my father, who died in 1966, was a fan of Carol.

[@rodionraskolnikov7455]

No one does it like Carol Channing. You, Americans, should cherish her more while she's still alive. Please!

[@christiancalabrese4923]

Chato Hurilla she is not alive

[@iac4357]

As of 1-15-19, too late !

[@cashmoneyinternational9402]

Chato we should have listened to you all along 😢

[@dougbennett8592]

A pretty lady who makes me laugh! She was a treasure to me.

[@Bend818]

I cherished everything I saw her in. I’m a huge fan of her work. Have been for a long time

[@Carlosdagama8]

My favourite black artist. :)

[@h193013]

I was thinking, there's another singer I know who has a unique voice like Carol. It would have been neat to see her play Dolly. Eartha Kitt

[@fanboys247]

Louis Armstrong stole her voice '

[@robertw.1004]

Pearl Bailey played "Dolly" in 67 or 68. Cab Callaway played "Horace Vandergelder" The first Broadway show to have an all black cast. Big success.

[@matthewtorbett5344]

@@robertw.1004 Not the first, respectfully! The first would've been Shuffle Along in the 1920s, I believe!

[@breaddragon7616]

Rest in peace, Carol. Thank you for everything. You’re magnificent. You and Dolly are in our hearts.

[@stephenwhinnie1572]

RIP Carol. A Broadway Titan and the Original Dolly Levi.

[@joaol6547]

My late mother adored Carol Channing, and loved "Hello Dolly." My mom had some tough circumstances to overcome in her life. She was widowed very young and raised three children on her own. When she finally got us raised and began to reclaim her life, she adopted 'Hello Dolly" as her theme song. I can still hear mom singing this & adding a lot of dramatic flair. If there's a heaven, she's welcoming Carol today and they're surely singing a duet! RIP Carol. You were one in a million.

[@jor1220]

Rest In Peace Carol! Thank you!

[@chuckcummins9149]

Gone yes .... Forgotten never !!

[@siluq6485]

What a voice! What a performance! What a talented person!!! Bravo, bravo!!!

[@ccjperez]

Rest in peace my dear...thank you for the many wonderful memories and laughs!

[@johnneves9580]

I saw,Carol Channing In Hello Dolly at the Music Circus in Sacramento. CA. In 1993 or 1994 she was fantastic.

[@SteveODonnell25]

Love Carol Channing. I saw her in NY and when she took the show on tour. No one will ever match her Dolly.

[@neocelestia]

RIP Carol Channing. You were and are, a true class act!

[@groovydonkey]

Such a star with a very unique voice, I just wish I had got to see her in the show. I loved her in thoroughly Modern Millie. R.I.P You wonderful woman

[@liesljones5987]

And a GIANT salute to late, great GOWER CHAMPION for his incredible staging of this showstopping number - lovingly recreated here.

[@mariposa8430]

RIP an iconic woman- she will be sorely missed by the entire theater community

[@BeeG758]

R.I.P. Carol Channing. So long Dearie, you will be missed.

[@rubbershorts2]

Sheer Joy on stage. Thanks for sharing.

[@mylittledogshoppesouthpark1350]

Now thats am American musical! She is a force of nature! She Is Dolly!

[@nethall3949]

When I was young I first saw Carol Channing in a TV movie of Alice in Wonderland. I think it was called Through the Looking Glass. I remember thinking this lady is funny, I loved her unique voice and she really made me smile. Rest In Peace Carol... you will be missed

[@louiscaruso4167]

I SAW HELLO DOLLY ON BROADWAY IN 1978 - SHE IS AMAZING.

[@allanmiller4972]

Dragging herself around that stage in that cumbersome gown, that peacock-inspired headdress & flailing arms... she's a comical caricature of whom she ONCE was!! RIP, Ms. Channing! 😔

[@BLTKellys]

Why don’t you keep your mouth shut.

[@joanmader9755]

Ty for posting this dolly of a Broadway baby!

[@sesresu]

Once in a lifetime. Thanks for posting!

[@brucebarton4645]

No one could play Dolly like her. She was an original.

[@jimjohnson5418]

What a FABULOUS video! Thanks for sharing

[@tangobango9653]

Miss Channing will always be the ‘one and only’ Dolly to me.

[@charlesbergen5398]

Just happened upon this post and it took me back to 1979 when living in the UK and went with my partner to see this production of "Hello Dolly!" with the incomparable Carol Channing at Drury Lane Theatre in London. A long time ago but I do remember it so very well....

[@rudolfix7772]

Must've been glorious! Now Carol and Jerry Herman are both dead... I would say say it's the end of an era, but the kind of musical comedy they represented died long before them.

[@purpleladygaming]

My dad was one of the trumpet players in drury lane for hello Dolly

[@abigalebuss359]

I finally got to see the movie Hello Dolly for the first time last night. Even though I enjoyed seeing Barbara Streisand in the part of Dolly, I was wishing that Carol Channing had gotten to play the part in the movie.

[@stevew3286]

What great fun! Thank you for this great video.

[@williammcbride5906]

HI! I SAW CAROL CHING IN HELLO DOLLY IN THE 1950s IN BOSTON,MASS. TOOK A TRAIN FROM PLYMOUTH, N.H.TO BOSTONS SHE WAS AMAZING! WONDERFUL!!

[@williammcbride5906]

Carol CHANNING.

[@williammcbride5906]

I was 18 and in Plymouth High SCHOOL

[@isleod]

Great memories , worked backstage when Hello Dolly moved to the shaftesbury theatre in 1980 Rip carol

[@josephs.8506]

Oh my God...Ryan was spot on this whole time! RIP Carol, you're a legend.

[@delennamachoo]

He really does more of an 80s Carol Channing in terms of the mannerisms and exaggeration.

[@brendataylor2490]

The greatest Broadway Actress who ever lived.

[@brucebarton4645]

Saw her in Dolly at the Muni in St. Louis in early 70s. She was brilliant.

[@seannorman2760]

Such a talent....... She performed untill her 90's.....👍👍

[@thomasdimercurio7666]

The best Dolly ever!

[@sesresu]

No one writes a showstopper like Jerry Herman!

[@jpstenino]

thank you for mentioning Jerry !!

[@tory-aidenmann2741]

I saw here in Cincinnati. So one of a kind.

[@teresafilson4432]

The Angels are so happy that Carol is with them in Heaven...No need to worry about Carol resting in peace.

[@mvthomas5451]

It's always sad when these great stage, screen & tv icon pass. I feel a little of my childhood slipping away. 😢

[@JloveLamar]

Rest in peace, Miss Channing

[@cittaromap4163]

RIP Dolly & Jerry Thanks for the memories You will never go away ...Ever !

[@freddygonzalez4363]

Safe journey Carol! A grand dame of American musical theater.

[@mjayjock1]

A true classic.

[@paulht3251]

The last of one of the great dames R.I.P Miss Channing

[@dougbennett8592]

So sad to see you go, Miss Channing. Gonna miss ya, funny lady!

[@zakkxx1]

This song is a monument

[@DCFunBud]

How adorable she looked audience members in the eye and waived.

[@jeannetteb.taylor3956]

I would love to see a Hello Dolly marathon 😊. The first through the last production, Broadway to the movie 🎥 screen 😀 😄 ❤.

[@bjbinmke]

I wonder how many times she's done this song? She makes look it look so natural and easy.

[@bjbinmke]

She said that she's done Hello Dolly 5000 (yes five thousand) times. Hard to imagine.

[@aquarian6004]

Her voice is camp 100%! The way she talk and pronounce words is camp! A camp legend!

[@Paul-lm5gv]

Saw her in person as a kid in summer stock in the 60s - not the show - we were just teenaged kids hanging out back of the school auditorium playing basketball. Cast members used that entrance. She was gracious to us with her trademark smile and just the same as you see her here. Not pretentious in any way! RIP Dolly (1921-2019).

[@onlyawareness4608]

I just love this !!!

[@wallacephillips9880]

R.I.P. Carol Channing

[@znab7610]

the waiters' dancing reminded me of the penguins in Mary Poppins. at the thigh-slapping, I know those penguins must've been referencing hello dolly

[@echeleteich2733]

I did this with Carol in summerstock at Cape Cod Melody Tent.

[@susiehaynie1767]

RIP to a wonderful lady who gave us so much joy and fun.

[@SymphonyBrahms]

Carol Channing was a great, great artist. A legendary star.

[@pennyreda7643]

Thanks Carol, you will be miss...…...rest in sweet peace.

[@Naplesfrank154]

My cousin Jerry wrote this song. Yea! May he Rest In Peace.

[@dogbaker1]

I still remember seeing her performance in Rochester NY at the auditorium

[@JustForReference]

I cant be the only one here because of Whose Line Is It Anyways. I needed to know who Ryan was impersonating all the time.

[@cubemissy]

Ilora Rosenberg

[@UnstoppableFloridaMan]

Ilora Rosenberg You're not alone!!!!!

[@LondonDisperses]

@Jeremy Earle The point of the musical is that an aged former cabaret singer comes back after tribulation to find she's welcomed with open arms, therefore I think Carol Channing fits the role. Are you referring to the musical itself or this casting, or the couple mistakes? I just don't find it sad; I find it charming.

[@stahppls2293]

@Jeremy Earle not everyone is from the US,

[@jasminemason1174]

Have you seen the drag race impersonation? I died when Bob the drag queen impersonated her on Snatch Game

[@Peterpan-v4k]

I love it!❤