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#10578: PERRY COMO SHOW, THE
Order1954-06-13, NBC, 14 min.
September 12, 1955-June 12, 1963. In the fall of 1955 Perry Como returned to NBC where he hosted a weekly hour show. From 1955 to 1959 it was seen Saturday evenings and was titled "The Perry Como Show." From 1959 to 1963 it was seen Wednesday evenings and was titled "The Kraft Music Hall." Regulars included Frank Gallop and the Ray Charles Singers. After his final weekly June 12, 1963 broadcast Perry Como appeared in scores of specials, beginning October 3, 1963, airing on NBC, CBS & ABC, and concluding on December 6, 1986. Guests: Les Paul and Mary Ford. Mitchell Ayres Orchestra. Announcer: Dick Stark.
1962-02-23, WNBC, 52 min.
- Jack Paar
- Peter Lorre
- Sir Cedric Hardwicke
- Ed Reimers
- Jose Melis
- Peter Sellers
- Stanley Holloway
- Les Paul
- Gertrude Berg
- Mary Ford
- Leona Anderson
- Maurice Bishop
Jack Paar's guests are Peter Lorre, Les Paul & Mary Ford, Leona Anderson and Sir Cedric Hardwicke. This "Best of Paar" repeat program (next to Jack Paar's last), originally broadcast November 16, 1961, had Ed Reimers announcing and co-hosting. Jack Paar opening, including his monologue. At the desk Jack humor prevails with many anecdotes observed during his current stay in Hollywood. Jack answers "Blue Card" questions from the the audience, including his opinion of Soupy Sales...who will replace Jack when he leaves the show?...what makes Jack so loveable. Mystery guest is Maurice Bishop, brother of Joey Bishop. Jack states his great admiration for Joey. Les Paul & Mary Ford play "Tiger Rag." Guest Peter Lorre in one of his last talk show appearances before passing away March 23, 1964 at age 59, discusses a myriad of subjects including Frank Sinatra and Humphrey Bogart, the film "Beat The Devil," and his current film just wrapping, "Tales of Terror," and working on "Five Weeks In a Balloon." Lorre discusses briefly his beginnings in film and typecasting, in the motion picture "M." Paar remarks that his daughter Randy watches specific films dozens of times intentionally because she knows how they end. Leona Anderson sings (dreadfully) "I Love Paris" and when concluded Paar tells her "You were never worse!" Orchestra leader Jose Melies joins the panel and shares his own personal background with some funny anecdotes going back to WW2 when he first met Jack Paar. Sir Cedrick Hardwicke reminisces with stories about working withy Sir Ralph Richardson, and praising his good friend of many years, Peter Lorre.Hardwick also has anecdotes to share with Paar about his acting career and relationship with Stanley Holloway. He talks about his own biography which include stories about working with Bernard Shaw and Gertrude Berg, and new talent in the UK, Peter Sellers. Paar also has a funny personal story to tell about Sellers.#7225: JACK PAAR PROGRAM, THE
Order1963-03-01, NBC, 43 min.
- Jack Paar
- Alexander King
- Jim Lucas
- Dick Gregory
- Peter Cook
- Jose Melis
- Dudley Moore
- Jonathan Miller
- Alan Bennett
- Les Paul
- Mary Ford
- Beyond the Fringe
September 21, 1962-September 10, 1965. After leaving the "Tonight" show in March 1962, Jack Paar returned that fall as host of a one hour Friday-night variety series. Opening monologue by Jack Paar with anecdotes related to his orchestra leader and long time friend, Jose Melies, and his family. Les Paul and Mary Ford sing "Waiting for the Sunrise," "Summertime," and "Hush Little Baby." Alexander King makes his 160tha appearance with Jack Paar. He talks about his latest book, "Is There Life after Birth?" He jokes about his medical escapades during his recent hospital stay. Dick Gregory is introduced by Paar who mentions how he discovered Gregory in 1960 when he was penniless. Paar narrates home movies of Dick Gregory and his wife Lillian. Dick Gregory stand-up routine is heard. At the desk Dick tells Jack what life is like being a negro comedian. The UK ensemble group Beyond the Fringe is introduced by Jack Paar. The group comprised of Alan Bennett, Jonathan Miller, Peter Cook and Dudley Moore perform. Announcer is Jim Lucas.1976-03-26, WNBC, 78 min.
- Louis Armstrong
- Lena Horne
- Mahalia Jackson
- Steve Lawrence
- Maurice Chevalier
- The New Christy Minstrels
- Andre Previn
- Robert Preston
- Fred Astaire
- Burl Ives
- The Kingston Trio
- Bing Crosby
- Andres Segovia
- Harry Belafonte
- Joan Sutherland
- Donald O'Connor
- Anthony Newley
- Van Cliburn
- Duke Ellington
- Eydie Gorme
- Ethel Merman
- Julie Andrews
- Liza Minnelli
- Roy Clark
- Ben Vereen
- Les Paul
- Erroll Garner
- Marvin Hamlisch
- Rudolf Nureyev
- Mary Ford
- Carl Sandburg
- Roy Bolger
- Pablo Casals
- Gower Champion
- Marge Champion
- Peggy Fleming
Bing Crosby & Liza Minnelli bring together many of the greatest entertainers in the history of television on the 100th anniversary of the telephone.1978-09-06, WABC, 52 min.
- Jack Carter
- Paul Anka
- Dick Clark
- Robert Klein
- Lou Rawls
- Jose Feliciano
- Doc Severinsen
- Will Jordan
- Marilyn McCoo
- Billy Davis Jr.
- Les Paul
- Yvonne Elliman
- David Soul
September 20, 1978-December 27, 1978. The only live prime-time entertainment show of the 1978-1979 season, this hour variety series was hosted by Dick Clark. Scheduled are music by Paul Anka, Lou Rawls, Jose Feliciano, Les Paul, Yvonne Elliman, and Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr; and comedy by Jack Carter, Robert Klein, and Will Jordan. There's also a touch of nostalgia: film clips recalling the life styles and dance crazes of the '50s and '60s, and reminiscences by Dick, David Soul and Doc Severinsen. Scheduled musical highlights are: "Brought Up In New York" (Paul Anka), "Breezin'" (Jose, Les), and "If I Can't Have You" (Yvonne).