Exclusive Interview & Untold Emotional Stories w/ Larry Mathews, Ritchie From The Dick Van Dyke Show

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  • @ThatsClassicTV
    @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +13

    Thank you for watching my channel! If you enjoyed this video, please SUBSCRIBE and HIT THE NOTIFICATION BELL to my channel. I have fun talking about television from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s television shows and often with the stars of the shows..

    • @bloofan06
      @bloofan06 4 місяці тому +2

      I've been watching your interviews for a few years now and they are always fun. This is such a great channel!

    • @cathleanjohnson675
      @cathleanjohnson675 4 місяці тому +3

      @@ThatsClassicTV Agree 100%, sadly we are losing stars from 50s-90s, the Golden Age of TV, gone but forever remembered by those of us who were blessed to witness it.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +2

      @@cathleanjohnson675 I understand this too well unfortunately.

  • @Karen-ty3bn
    @Karen-ty3bn 12 днів тому +2

    Larry said in the duck episode that Richie brought the ducks home from a local pond. No, the storyline was that Rob's show had used the ducks in a sketch and he brought them home after.

  • @scottburton9701
    @scottburton9701 4 місяці тому +13

    "The Dick Van Dyke Show" is one of my all-time favorite shows-Thanks for posting this interview!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      My pleasure Scott, I think you are going to enjoy it!

  • @vinniepelletier7891
    @vinniepelletier7891 Місяць тому +2

    Loved the episode where it was explained how he got his middle name Rosebud

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  Місяць тому

      @@vinniepelletier7891 So glad to hear Vinnie😀

  • @Nana-zh7vi
    @Nana-zh7vi 2 місяці тому +4

    Wonderful interview! Larry you were delightful! Loved all your memories.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому +1

      You can just feel how proud Larry is to be part of such an exceptional cast😀

  • @cathleanjohnson675
    @cathleanjohnson675 4 місяці тому +11

    For now Dick Van Dyke is still alive and kicking and back in June he won a Daytime Emmy for his work on the former NBC soap now on Peacock " Days of Our Lives" nice to see Larry is still with us and seems like a pretty down to earth guy, a kid when the show had it's run, forever a piece of my 60s childhood.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      It is pretty awesome Cathlean that Dick and Larry are both still with us, they will always be iconic😀

    • @cathleanjohnson675
      @cathleanjohnson675 4 місяці тому +1

      @@ThatsClassicTV Agree 200%, sadly we are losing our stars from the 50s through the 90s, the Golden Age of TV, gone but forever remembered by those of us blessed to have been witness to it..

  • @bambijimper
    @bambijimper 4 місяці тому +8

    It was good to see and hear from Larry Mathews. What a joy to have been able to be on that show with all the greats. Thanks John once again for bringing shows we loved back to life. Though I don't think this had ever died. Thank goodness for reruns :). Take care ~ Love Jamie & Karl, Albany, GA

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      Glad you and Karl enjoyed seeing Larry talk about his time on the show. I agree he was so fortunate to not only be a natural talent but to be able to work with incredible comedy giants.The Dick Van Dyke Show will be around long after we are all gone, just amazing.😀💕

  • @12Gaile
    @12Gaile 4 місяці тому +6

    Another wonderful episode John. The Dick Van Dyke Show is one of my all time favorite shows. Larry was adorable & such a good actor. Thank you Larry for sharing great stories of the show & life after the show.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks a bunch! Glad it is one of your favorite shows, the Dick Van Dyke Show is a definite classic!

  • @jeffreymartin6369
    @jeffreymartin6369 4 місяці тому +8

    Pretty amazing that Dick is still alive! The kids are usually the only ones left living

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +2

      It is truly incredible Dick is not only alive but has the energy he has as well😀

  • @dragonflydreamer13
    @dragonflydreamer13 2 місяці тому +4

    Great interview! Larry Mathews really was a natural as Richie. He has great stories and generous to share his memories.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому

      Thank you, having had the opportunity to meet Larry a couple times I can say he truly loves to share his memories of the Dick Van Dyke show.

  • @csrothlisberger852
    @csrothlisberger852 4 місяці тому +4

    What wonderful stories! I can't believe the woodpecker scenario was real!!! Only Carl Reiner could have adapted it to the show & make it so hysterical! I miss Carl Reiner. He was always a good guest on talk shows. Also, loved the story that Larry auditioned for the Potsie role on Happy Days. You could only imagine what he could have done with the part. Great interview. Thank you to Larry and thank you John, for sharing! Loved it!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      I enjoyed the stories as much as you did believe me! I would agree I could see how Larry might have been Potsie. Carl Reiner seems to have been a wonderful person that is for sure.😀

  • @Elise1952
    @Elise1952 4 місяці тому +5

    I love the Dick Van Dyke Show. It’s great to hear that Larry had a good experience acting on it.
    🇨🇦

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +2

      I love the Dick Van Dyke show myself, and I agree I am glad Larry has such special memories of his time on it😀

  • @pamelamays4186
    @pamelamays4186 4 місяці тому +4

    Never Name A Duck is one of my favorite episodes. My favorite scene is where Rob finds out that Ritchie has fed the ducks some expensive caviar.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      The duck episode is definitely top3 for sure!

  • @cynthiajohnston424
    @cynthiajohnston424 2 місяці тому +2

    Great interview ! Grew up watching the sitcom & loved all the cast members - each one bro't so much of their unique talents to the show . Dick is from my hometown of Danville , Il. . He's returned often to visit family & friends & support a theater renovation - a truly kind , down-to-earth guy ! 💙

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому

      Awesome story to hear about Dick Van Dyke coming back to support the local community!

    • @cynthiajohnston424
      @cynthiajohnston424 2 місяці тому +2

      @@ThatsClassicTV Dick's dad , " Cookie " , had a great sense of humor & the " boys " are to have said that their dad was really the funny man in the family . Dick's ( late ) brother , Jerry , maintained many close friendships in Danville so was here a lot . I remember his having coffee & swapping stories ( hilarious ! ) & also joining in w/ his ol' musician buddies . ( Danville also was home to Bobby Short , Donald O'Connor & Gene Hackman . They too visited often & supported the community - a lot of talent from a small midwest town . 🎥 🎶 )

  • @joelafalce3357
    @joelafalce3357 4 місяці тому +4

    Great interview, I've been enjoying all your content. I grew up watching these actors. Now I can go on these streaming channels and watch whole series in order. I did that with the Dick Van Dyke Show and it just never gets old.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      Thanks Joel, appreciate it and so glad you are enjoying my channel! It is pretty awesome to just go to a streaming service and watch the whole series of an old television show you enjoyed. The Dick Van Dyke truly is a timeless show.

  • @julieannemichelle
    @julieannemichelle 4 місяці тому +12

    My ex husband was friends with Peter Olaphant who played Jerry Help’s son , Freddy. They met at Mattel Toy Company in the 80’s. Peter would come over and visit from time to time. I really enjoyed his company. I heard he passed away earlier this year.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +2

      @@julieannemichelle That is a very cool story😀Did he ever talk about his time on the Dick Van Dyke Show?

    • @julieannemichelle
      @julieannemichelle 4 місяці тому +2

      @@ThatsClassicTV no, I don’t think I ever shared this before. Thanks to Peter I walked in the wrong door when deciding to put my cat up for adoption because I immediately met a lady who knew someone who would adopt him that day. It was very hard for me to let him go but I felt relieved to know he was going to have a good life.
      I got to know him pretty well. At the time of getting to know him he was working on a video game called Mr Cool.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      @@julieannemichelle Thanks for hsaring and glad your cat found a good home:)

    • @garyfrancis6193
      @garyfrancis6193 2 місяці тому

      Does everyone in America have an ex and tattoos?

  • @reginamay2767
    @reginamay2767 4 місяці тому +5

    Wow Great interview, He has changed so much I would have never recongnized him. He was a cute kid on the show to, We all changed as we age. I enjoyed this as usual.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +2

      Thanks as always Regina! Glad you enjoyed the interview, it is always wild to see actors years later.

  • @m.h.cs.2689
    @m.h.cs.2689 7 днів тому

    Thank you for this interview, , so good to see the already grown up actor. Wonderful human being.

  • @bobbest8627
    @bobbest8627 2 місяці тому +2

    This UA-cam channel is definitely binge worthy.
    Thank you for this interview, I always wondered about Larry.
    I was too young to see the DVD show in its original run. But when I was a teenager (before it was considered a classic), I caught a rerun episode, and was hooked ever since.
    By this time the grittier shows were taking over the shows on the airwaves.
    I bonded with an older cousin of mine who also felt the same way about the Dick Van Dyke show. At that time it seemed like we were the only ones who noticed that. History has proved us right.
    I once read that Carl Reiner did not want to create any shows that showed a particular time, so the show would be timeless.
    One of my favorite episodes is the Chad and Jeremy episode which does show the Beatlemania of that time period.
    Sidenote: the song they sang “Some other baby” was a real song. Later recorded by Paul McCartney.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much, glad my channel brings back some great memories for you😀You are correct, Carl made DVD with out a set time period to keep it timeless.Very cool info about the song, love that.

  • @ralphromeo7066
    @ralphromeo7066 4 місяці тому +4

    The "Duck" episode was the most memorable. Larry and Dick's scene toward the end in Richie's bedroom was the highlight of the entire series.

  • @lee-lee2418
    @lee-lee2418 4 місяці тому +3

    Thanks John to you! It was SUCH a privilege to watch this 😊. (from Ontario 🇨🇦 ). Also, I've seen many interviews with Larry/Ritchie, but it was nice that you asked some different questions! I had never heard some of these stories. 😃

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      Thanks Lee! 🇨🇦 So glad you heard new information and Larry is such a joy to listen too😀

  • @drumz700
    @drumz700 2 місяці тому +2

    WELL DONE! GREAT TO HEAR FROM LARRY. A DATE STAMP TO OUR YOUTH❤

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому

      Glad you enjoyed the interview! I will actually be seeing Larry tonight at a dinner event in Palm Desert CA, looking forward to it😀

  • @Nana-zh7vi
    @Nana-zh7vi 2 місяці тому +1

    It’s baroque! I didn’t break it! Love this show. You look wonderful. Thanks for all your memories.

  • @karenleemallonee684
    @karenleemallonee684 4 місяці тому +4

    My goodness, Larry had such a wonderful life, really before he was able to appreciate it! His memories are golden...Wow!!
    What a great guest!!!
    John, I wanted to let you know I think you will love the Rosemarie documentary, Wait For Your Laugh, it is truly special!
    The the other show Larry talked about was the 60th year Anniversary of the Dick Van Dyke Show, It really was well made & you see & hear all the love in it! Its here on UA-cam and it was made by a gentleman named David Van D (something), I know you will love it!!! 🤗
    Thank you again for another great episode!!!
    👍👍

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks Karen, appreciate it! I definitely want to watch the Rose Marie documentary, ironically I know one of the producers but just haven’t gotten around to watching it.
      The 60th Dick Van Dyke Show doc I have watched and loved it. I actually interviewed David Van Deusen about it which I will release soon.
      Thanks for thinking of me for both documentaries😀

    • @karenleemallonee684
      @karenleemallonee684 4 місяці тому

      @@ThatsClassicTV
      You are very welcome! 😊

  • @barbarawebb7185
    @barbarawebb7185 4 місяці тому +5

    I would have loved to have heard about Ann Morgan Guilbert who played Millie Helper on The DVD Show.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      I hear you Barbara, check out the other Interview I did with David Van Deusen on the 60th anniversary of the Dick Van Dyke. She might be mentioned there just not sure.

  • @libertynow4047
    @libertynow4047 2 місяці тому +1

    Loved Dick Van Dyke show. I identified with Larry as Richie since I’m just four months older than him

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому +1

      Larry is fantastic in the interview. You might want to also check out my interview with David Van Deusen on the 60th anniversary special of Dick Van Dyke, great moments in there.

    • @libertynow4047
      @libertynow4047 2 місяці тому

      @@ThatsClassicTV Will do. Thanks for the tip

  • @Nunofurdambiznez
    @Nunofurdambiznez 4 місяці тому +3

    EXCELLENT interview!! I rate this right up there with the best of the best, your interview with Shelley Faberes!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      @@Nunofurdambiznez Thanks so much as I loved tShelley Fabares so much!😀

  • @descendantoffools9767
    @descendantoffools9767 4 місяці тому +2

    What an amazing experience it must have been to work around all that comedic talent that was on that show. I had such a crush on Mary Tyler Moore. Not only a gifted actress, but one of the most beautiful and captivating tv stars ever.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      I hear you and listening to Larry you realize how special it was for him to be surrounded by all of them from Dick and Mary to Rose Marie, Morey, Carl, etc.

  • @oldhollywoodfan8009
    @oldhollywoodfan8009 4 місяці тому +3

    What a great conversation between you two. He seems like such a likable guy. I really enjoyed all of his different memories he shared. Was laughing when he talked about Soap.😄 Thank you for sharing.☺️

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      My pleasure, Larry is just a wonderful guy to chat with and he cares and is thankful for his past😀

  • @pamelamays4186
    @pamelamays4186 4 місяці тому +3

    So, "Little Ritchie" listens to The Dead.
    Mr. Matthews is a man of taste.

  • @brachio1000
    @brachio1000 2 місяці тому +2

    When I was a kid, I thought of TDVDS as sophisticated in comparison to other situation comedies. I still feel I was right.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому +2

      No doubt about it and the writing was on a level of its own.

  • @scottshannon2049
    @scottshannon2049 4 місяці тому +3

    Another great interview, I always watched the Dick Van Dyke show growing up and still watch the reruns now. Something I didn't notice until they colorized some episodes that were shown at Christmas time some years ago, I realized the kitchen appliances in the show were the same appliances we had in my parents house from back in the 60s right down to the same color.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      Thanks Scott, too funny regarding the appliances, my parents actually had either the same or something very close😀

  • @lee-lee2418
    @lee-lee2418 4 місяці тому +4

    I'm so glad I bought the whole DVD set years ago! and speaking of Jerry Van Dyke, I really like the episodes he was in where he was a sleepwalker! 😅

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +2

      I will have to go back and watch the Jerry Van Dyke sleepwalker episode for sure.

    • @garyfrancis6193
      @garyfrancis6193 2 місяці тому

      I hated those.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому +1

      @@garyfrancis6193 Every has their opinion:)

    • @lee-lee2418
      @lee-lee2418 2 місяці тому +1

      You're so right John. I'll never understand the critical comments because I can't help thinking, why are people like that even on tbese channels then! 🫢​@ThatsClassicTV

  • @robert1340
    @robert1340 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow . . . Oh wow . . . Wow . . . Oh wow!

  • @hiridavidfeign
    @hiridavidfeign 2 дні тому +1

    He was an excellent child actor.

  • @contraryMV
    @contraryMV 4 місяці тому +5

    Larry was such a natural in that role. Even today when I watch the reruns, (and I still do periodically when I need a laugh, it never fails), I marvel at how gifted little Larry is. He was definitely an asset to the show.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      I hear you, Larry was just meant to be in that role and you could buy that he was Dick Van Dyke and Mary Tyler Moore's son.

  • @DavidAskew-o9u
    @DavidAskew-o9u 4 місяці тому +5

    Okay, Richie didn't bring those ducks home
    Rob did. They were included in a sketch on the Alan Brady Show as ducklings. Richie heard them peeping and fell in love with them. So he was allowed to keep them as pets for a while. Ultimately, that didn't work out so well.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      Thanks for the clarification, what a great episode😀

  • @barbaraparker6996
    @barbaraparker6996 4 місяці тому +5

    My favorite show with Ritchie was when the bird kept attacking him for his hair to build her nest.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      I agree Barbara, the woodpecker episode is a classic. I hope you listen to the interview as Larry tells a funny story about the bird and how it happened.

    • @barbaraparker6996
      @barbaraparker6996 4 місяці тому +1

      I love the episode even more knowing it was based on a true story.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      @@barbaraparker6996 Actually Barbara, the fact that it is a true story kinda makes it even funnier!

  • @jillmacchitelli6473
    @jillmacchitelli6473 4 місяці тому +2

    Larry seemed to really enjoy reminiscing about his time in Hollywood. He didn’t mention anything about Richard Deacon. When you get a chance, please watch the documentary on Rose Marie. It was excellent. Looking forward to your next interview.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      I think Larry truly looks back with happiness regarding his time on the Dick Van Dyke Show. I will definitely check out the Rose Marie doc, appreciate the heads up.

  • @garyfrancis6193
    @garyfrancis6193 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for the indian Wells announcement three weeks too late. Desi bought a lot of land around Indian Wells in the 1950’s.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому

      It was a fantastic event, had a blast. They still have a ton of pictures of Lucy and Desi everywhere as you walk in. Sorry you heard about too late.

  • @jilltagmorris
    @jilltagmorris 4 місяці тому +4

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @toddbonin6926
    @toddbonin6926 4 місяці тому +7

    I consider myself an expert on the child actors of classic TV. There were four child stars who were absolutely brilliant: Billy Gray from Father Knows Best; Jerry Mathers from Leave It To Beaver; Ron Howard from The Andy Griffith Show; and Larry Matthews from The Dick Van Dyke Show. (Sorry Danny Thomas … Rusty’s acting was forced and over done.) Out of these four brilliant actors, I have to say that Larry really was the best. I’ve watched every episode of TDVDS 100 times. I no longer watch it for amusement. I watch it to admire the performances. Larry is amazing. Just watch the pilot. His delivery in that one episode stops me in my tracks. He’s so believable and innocent. I don’t think he’s been properly recognized for his talent. Love you Larry!!!!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +4

      Hi Todd, I agree that Larry has always been underrated as a child actor. He just had natural talent very few kids had. To steal a scene from Dick Van Dyke or Mary Tyler Moore is unbelievable😀Glad you enjoyed the interview😀

  • @qazwiz
    @qazwiz 4 місяці тому +2

    1:00:00 I cannot find Bill Bixby credited from IMDb as being in an episode of TDvDS, but i agree i thought i saw him in an episode with a party scene. (Bill was type cast as high brow batchelor in that time of his career) it's possible that he wasn't listed in the episode's credits

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      I would not doubt for a second that he was in a party scene, very cool though.

  • @Mr21scott
    @Mr21scott 4 місяці тому +4

    The interview is over an hour long, but he barely MENTIONED Dick Van Dyke. Kind of a huge oversight.

    • @Mr21scott
      @Mr21scott 4 місяці тому

      @@RA82828 about the SHOW, not about the person. SMH. Watch it again; read the bookmarks; whatever it takes to get it.

    • @Mr21scott
      @Mr21scott 4 місяці тому +2

      @@RA82828 To have a star of the DVD Show and not have them say more than 2 sentences about their experience with the STAR of the show IS a problem. Since you didn't make the video, it's not really your concern anyway.

    • @heavencanwait421
      @heavencanwait421 2 місяці тому

      @@Mr21scottSeriously?! It is a very valid point that this person is making. There is NO need to be so sarcastic and rude. You have gotten me to shake MY head. I, too would like to hear about DVD from Larry’s point of view.

    • @munkustrap2
      @munkustrap2 4 дні тому

      I'm sorry but I have to agree with OP. DVD definitely should've been mentioned more. I was extremely disappointed.

  • @jamesdamico9284
    @jamesdamico9284 4 місяці тому +3

    Wow. What a life he led. Really enjoyed this interview. He was so positive about his experiences. And you are right. He really was a natural kid actor. I used to love when Rob came home , Richie always said what’d you bring me Daddy. Even if it was a rock he’d love it

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому

      Glad to hear James! So true, Ritchie was always excited to see Rob when he walked through the door!

  • @pamelamays4186
    @pamelamays4186 4 місяці тому +3

    You're one former child stars who the public doesn't hear much about. No scandals. No controversy.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  4 місяці тому +1

      I agree, Larry just lead his life as a normal guy.

  • @nancyericson4263
    @nancyericson4263 3 місяці тому +2

    They filmed Richie's birthday after Kennedy died. JFK Jr. also had a birthday around then, and he had a party, too, before they left the White House.

  • @trh2-f7v
    @trh2-f7v Місяць тому +1

    is it just me? or does Larry Matthews remind anyone else of Rob Reiner..?

  • @pgronemeier
    @pgronemeier 23 дні тому +1

    I'm glad I watched this, but I'm saddened that he turned into a Loony Lib.

  • @garyfrancis6193
    @garyfrancis6193 2 місяці тому +1

    Hasn’t changed a bit.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV  2 місяці тому

      Larry is a lot of fun, we just saw each other at a dinner event in Palm Springs. He is very proud of his legacy with the Dick Van Dyke show.