Frank Gorshin loved movies. He was a theatre usher as a young man, and spent time learning the mannerisms of his film idols. And he was so damn great at it.
Frank was just amazing.... to me he was one of the best & sure there are plenty of impressionists out there Rich Little is considered one of the greatest but I always liked Frank Gorshin he was always one of my favorites...
If I could see any performer of all time live it would be Frank. Used to watch him on Sullivan. I was amazed that he could just slip into someone else's voice and face like he did. Inspired me to do the same. People tell me "oh you're so good, how do you do that"? But I know that there will only be one Frank Gorshin. Long live the king.
frank gorshin was the greatest impressionist of all time he WAS who he portrayed,more please,and donn,t forget the Riddler in the original t v batman,as well as many other parts.What an absolute STAR.
Frank was the only Emmy nomination for the entire Batman series for his character of the Riddler. He was a brilliant impressionist and tremendous character actor. His character Cheronian Commissioner Bele for the Star Trek episode “Let This Be Your Last Battlefield” is one of the most memorable aliens from the original series.
i remember his burt lancaster from when i was a kid , i am 63 now and this guy is still pure class , not like the shite that passes for entertainment today
I'd forgotten he did Quinn. It was impressive. I don't think that his Brando was up to his usual high standards though. But, man, his Lancaster was perfect. I still get a kick out of Gorshin. Very talented fellow. His Lee J. Cobb, is freaking amazing, too.
Jerry Lewis cast Frank Gorshin for an interesting, but uncredited, role in Jerry's first movie since the Martin & Lewis breakup, in the 1957 film "The Delicate Delinquent." Frank had a comedic role. This meant that Jerry thought highly of Frank's comedic talents even back then.
To me this is where Jim Carrey must get it from. He's the first person i think of when i think of carrey. Had a massive crush on gorshin as the riddler.
The best impression of Kirk Douglas ever. His Cagney is on point too. Frank Gorshin was a master impressionist and great character actor. His Riddler was nominated for an Emmy, the only Emmy nomination for the Batman series period. His character Cheronian Commissioner Bele for the Star Trek episode “Let This Be Your Last Battlefield” is also one of the most memorable Star Trek aliens from the original series. RIP Frank.
If you're a big fan of Mr. Gorshin, look for his performance on The Ed Sullivan Show the same night The Beatles made their American TV debut. God did that man kill! Hard thing to do considering the attention that the mop topped Liverpoolians received. His Anthony Quinn impression always gets me. Brando and Lancaster were great bits as well! 🇵🇷🇺🇸🤣
I'm a Beatles fan for around 50 years I'll back that statement up 100%. I've seen that Ed Sullivan performance of his at least half a dozen times. His impersonations were flawless.
Was he singing as Richard Burton when he went to his knee? I adore his Lancaster and Burton impressions, I wish there were more videos of his Burton impression though, the only one I've been able to find is when he did Burton at Sammy Davis Jr's. roast on the Dean Martin show
Impressionists have the toughest job in comedy, because their performance represses their individuality and in its place offers imitations of others. So their glory when successful is always vulnerable to the criticism it is second-hand. Completely unfair of course because the impressionists must labor long and hard to deliver the essence of a famous personality, and in the process reduce the essence of their victim to a few seconds that, to the audience, says it all about that person. When it's done by the very best, as we see here, the applause is not in response to humor in the conventional sense, but rather is a tribute to the impressionist's insight, with the inevitable result that they penetrate the mystique of some big star. That star's ability to captivate the public will from that moment forward be compromised.
Both eccentric and mischievous kind of comedians. Too bad he got typecast. In the final appearance of the live riddler,was Jim Carrey, who had those similar traits.
Frank Gorshin loved movies. He was a theatre usher as a young man, and spent time learning the mannerisms of his film idols. And he was so damn great at it.
Hell yeah he was!
His Burt Lancaster is amazing and deep. He was a great entertainer and one of the best impressionists.
Awesome talent. This guy could do everything well - sing, dance, act and of course, an amazing impressionist.
Frank was just amazing.... to me he was one of the best & sure there are plenty of impressionists out there Rich Little is considered one of the greatest but I always liked Frank Gorshin he was always one of my favorites...
One of the greatest entertainers ever. What a brilliant talent.
If I could see any performer of all time live it would be Frank. Used to watch him on Sullivan. I was amazed that he could just slip into someone else's voice and face like he did. Inspired me to do the same. People tell me "oh you're so good, how do you do that"? But I know that there will only be one Frank Gorshin. Long live the king.
Just brilliant, as I remember from my childhood. And, to do Anthony Quinn...just great.
Gorshin was the best of the best!
I always saw him as the riddler and I am so glad I stumbled on this.
I had no idea he was such a great singer and stage entertainer. What a talent.
Was he the first to die of AIDS?
@@robertcornelius3514 No Rock Hudson was
I was just a kid, but was so drawn to his riddler character. He was something special.
When I babysit my 2 year old granddaughter, I'll do the "Riddler laugh" and she just loves it.
frank gorshin was the greatest impressionist of all time he WAS who he portrayed,more please,and donn,t forget the Riddler in the original t v batman,as well as many other parts.What an absolute STAR.
Frank was the only Emmy nomination for the entire Batman series for his character of the Riddler. He was a brilliant impressionist and tremendous character actor. His character Cheronian Commissioner Bele for the Star Trek episode “Let This Be Your Last Battlefield” is one of the most memorable aliens from the original series.
I agree !! The absolute best and funniest
i remember his burt lancaster from when i was a kid , i am 63 now and this guy is still pure class , not like the shite that passes for entertainment today
Today it’s about celebrity No Talent Required! The fans fall for it so they share the blame.
As a kid watching t.v. back in the 60s I loved this man! And the joker on Batman! Classic!
The Riddler
I remember him in Batman but I never knew he was such a great talent! Really Amazing!
Thanks for sharing! :-)
Best impressionist hands down.
always loved his burt lancaster and kirk douglas
well this just blew me away. Great.
One of the best entertainers of all time
WOW off the chart talent
He does burt Lancaster so well its almost like a recording of burt's voice
Damn he pinned the riddler part on Batman series down with that sinister laugh he did
Plum crazy and just wonderful, it's all great
Thank you
Incredible! Love him!
Gorshin was the best!
His Anthony Quinn was actually very good. Brando too. What a great entertainer.
I'd forgotten he did Quinn. It was impressive. I don't think that his Brando was up to his usual high standards though. But, man, his Lancaster was perfect. I still get a kick out of Gorshin. Very talented fellow. His Lee J. Cobb, is freaking amazing, too.
@@waynej2608 Yeah, those switches had to be really hard to do though. I can't imagine.
The Best Of The Best Impersonators...
giants of show biz real talent i miss them
Just amazing how he can switch voices on a dime!
So Multitalented!!
The best impressionist ever and a good actor.
Jerry Lewis cast Frank Gorshin for an interesting, but uncredited, role in Jerry's first movie since the Martin & Lewis breakup, in the 1957 film "The Delicate Delinquent." Frank had a comedic role. This meant that Jerry thought highly of Frank's comedic talents even back then.
Cagney, Douglas, Al Jolson and the rest spot on
I miss FRANK
To me this is where Jim Carrey must get it from. He's the first person i think of when i think of carrey. Had a massive crush on gorshin as the riddler.
Wow he's fantastic. I'm embarrassed to say I never heard of him 🙈
you never saw the Riddler on the old Batman tv show?
what a funny guy frank was great talent..
He's very good at his impressions love his kirk douglas❤
He was the best. Hand's down !!!
Brilliant talent!
A brilliant mimic and a great talent
Simply, the BEST
Great forever!
The best impressionist of his time. His imitation of Kirk Douglas was extremely funny.
The best impression of Kirk Douglas ever. His Cagney is on point too. Frank Gorshin was a master impressionist and great character actor. His Riddler was nominated for an Emmy, the only Emmy nomination for the Batman series period. His character Cheronian Commissioner Bele for the Star Trek episode “Let This Be Your Last Battlefield” is also one of the most memorable Star Trek aliens from the original series. RIP Frank.
Kirk Douglas and Burt Lancaster !
He was the best.
We stopped to watch every time he was on tv!
Hey. Frank and I had the same manager long ago in NY. He'd be touched by these uploads. 💫💯 RIP to one of the greats.
If you're a big fan of Mr. Gorshin, look for his performance on The Ed Sullivan Show the same night The Beatles made their American TV debut. God did that man kill! Hard thing to do considering the attention that the mop topped Liverpoolians received. His Anthony Quinn impression always gets me. Brando and Lancaster were great bits as well! 🇵🇷🇺🇸🤣
I'm a Beatles fan for around 50 years I'll back that statement up 100%. I've seen that Ed Sullivan performance of his at least half a dozen times. His impersonations were flawless.
I was a huge fan of his also. He was so versatile. Always a treat to see him on tv. Perfect Riddler on BATMAN!
@@edwardmarkins2710 A damn shame I didn't see his one man performance as George Burns on Broadway.
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GORSHIN, LEDGEND.
Fantastic
Genius!
What a fawken LEGEND !
He was the "BEST".
😅😅😅 Best of Best.
Yes , indeed
I love his Burt Lancaster!
Best impressionist
what a true champ of show buisness ...the last bit with gersiwin doind dean was spot on.....what a talented man he was'
One of the nicest entertainers I got to meet.
You really need to make a video about this because I want to know about it.
The guy did Douglas better than Kirk could do himself. I'd bet Kirk watches old Gorshin shows to this day. 102 now.
Peerless just brilliant
He smoked 5 packs of cigs a day.....died of Lung Cancer and Emphysema at the age of 72 in 2005
I'm not disagreeing with you but I met him in 2005.He looked really good & never coughed once & a really nice guy.
He lived a long time smoking 5 packs a day.
@@davidtice4972 people from the old country smoked all the time died 94 ...its diet
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Mike Pence said cigarette smoking doesn't hurt you as 460 thousand people a year die from cigarette smoking.
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i think Burt was his fav to do his Tarzan yell was Lousy though
One of the best.
"Riddle me this Batman" Three men in a boat with a pack of cigarettes and no matches ,what do they do ?
Answer : They open up the pack of cigarettes, throw one overboard , and make the boat a cigarette lighter !
@@jcam783 I love your little joke very much.
@@jamesharrington4752 Hey James ! It was an actual riddle from one of the old episodes on Batman .
Was he singing as Richard Burton when he went to his knee? I adore his Lancaster and Burton impressions, I wish there were more videos of his Burton impression though, the only one I've been able to find is when he did Burton at Sammy Davis Jr's. roast on the Dean Martin show
Al Jolson singing 'Swanee'.
Al Jolson.
numerous uno.....
Good !!!!!!!!!!🤪😎
He did Douglas better than Kirk could do himself. A fine talent.
he has the jazz
To be frank, Mr. Gorshin could be Frank.
Frank Gorshin restled with substance abuse, but yes he was talented. Robert at 67.
There are no impressionists anymore!! Celebrities today are so narcissistic they’d probably sue anybody who impersonated them.
Impressionists have the toughest job in comedy, because their performance represses their individuality and in its place offers imitations of others. So their glory when successful is always vulnerable to the criticism it is second-hand.
Completely unfair of course because the impressionists must labor long and hard to deliver the essence of a famous personality, and in the process reduce the essence of their victim to a few seconds that, to the audience, says it all about that person.
When it's done by the very best, as we see here, the applause is not in response to humor in the conventional sense, but rather is a tribute to the impressionist's insight, with the inevitable result that they penetrate the mystique of some big star. That star's ability to captivate the public will from that moment forward be compromised.
Oh,God the pills were good back then!!
Amazing great He is Burt Lancaster
Better than Rich Little any time of the day or night...
The Riddler!
Funny
Just before Burt Lancaster died he said "I just wish I could've done myself as good as Gorshin."
he did jolson
Hi do you have the episode with Buddy Greco on it thanks
Unfortunately I don't have the episodes of this show only this clip. 🙁
why his voic keep changing?
Lynn Turman He was just that damn good
are you retarded? it's because he's an impressionist.
He should of worked with Jerry Lewis himself.
He was in Deliquet Delinquent
Both eccentric and mischievous kind of comedians. Too bad he got typecast.
In the final appearance of the live riddler,was Jim Carrey, who had those similar traits.
He was the Goat Riddler! John Austin was not a good villain.
He was undeniably great at several impressions of stars, but I kinda feel he was a bit of a ham about it all.
Literally terrible🤣🤣
Great forever!