I thought it would be great to post this entertaining
tribute to Clint that was filmed in Los Angeles, California on Sunday September
28th 1986, and aired on Sunday November 30th 1986. At the
time Clint was serving as mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea and finished his latest
movie Heartbreak Ridge. Looking back over it just this morning, it’s a
wonderful reminder of Hollywood’s golden era. So many great stars and directors
are featured, Jimmy Stewart, Charles Bronson, Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Sammy
Davis Jr and Don Siegel - all of whom
are sadly no longer with us. More poignantly, the show marked the final public
appearance by Cary Grant (who read out a personal message to Clint from
President Reagan). The special aired one day after Grant’s death. CBS paid
tribute to Mr. Grant with the following statement after the closing credits:
"The All-Star Party for Clint Eastwood was taped on September 28, 1986 in
Los Angeles. We at CBS extend our deepest sympathy to the family, friends, and
fans or Mr. Cary Grant...actor, humanitarian. His contributions to the
performing arts is everlasting."
Below: An original Press still of Clint and Bob Hope at the All-Star Party (thanks to Davy Triumph)
The show was broadcast in a one hour time slot and was
written by Paul Keyes (as Paul W. Keyes) and directed by Dick McDonough.
Below: Thank you to John for providing this link and to the original uploader, it is very much appreciated
here is a link to the entire special TWICE. the picture improves greatly shortly after it starts :
ReplyDeletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7RrzkhvpDM