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  • @laurastone6578
    @laurastone6578 Рік тому +813

    Something really depressing about how a person can be so well-known during most of their life, but almost entirely forgotten in their final years. 😢

    • @eligebrown8998
      @eligebrown8998 Рік тому +16

      I feel the same way

    • @VixxyMcN
      @VixxyMcN Рік тому +19

      @@paulsmith2279 That’s not fair you don’t know the past and the situation at the time. Unless you are either people involved you really cant make such a blanketed negative statement

    • @VixxyMcN
      @VixxyMcN Рік тому +28

      @@paulsmith2279 Also its quite common for people to shun away their loved one when they know they are going to die. Palliative care nurses will tell you this and many times they honour this and respect it because its what the genuinely want and not just saying it because they don’t want to upset anyone

    • @truthseeker2321
      @truthseeker2321 Рік тому +17

      They retire like everyone else and keep to themselves and their families.

    • @wildwildItaly
      @wildwildItaly Рік тому +22

      I think it happens to allot of people when they get old, it's so sad

  • @AveryBryant-f4c
    @AveryBryant-f4c Рік тому +395

    OLD HOLYWOOD is disappearing everyday, but vloggers like you since day one is keeping it alive for us, true HOLLYWOOD history is here to stay!

    • @sylviajones4907
      @sylviajones4907 Рік тому +15

      Yes, glad Jordan is keeping Old Hollywood remembered.

    • @DerBingle1
      @DerBingle1 Рік тому +19

      i grew up in la in the 60s. and even then we'd be in anguish over the rapid destruction of "old hollywood" and old la in general. it's always there until one day it isn't any more.

    • @TTCINTRON
      @TTCINTRON Рік тому +5

      Thank you for the memories.❤ 28:41

    • @theodoradelaney7444
      @theodoradelaney7444 Рік тому +6

      Very lovely tribute .❤

    • @ShaunM001
      @ShaunM001 Рік тому

      Very true, and I have learned of so many Old Hollywood movies and actresses. Appreciate it Jordan.

  • @branbran4725
    @branbran4725 Рік тому +563

    Love your stories of times with Shelley, wish her home wasn't going to be demolished. Tired of historic properties being demolished and replaced with usually very ugly buildings.

    • @rosemariemann1719
      @rosemariemann1719 Рік тому +34

      Dear Bran Bran, greetings
      from England
      I agree, it is sad, And
      The house does look fairly plain,
      but Shelley was such an
      individual " character",
      interesting, fun , dynamic...😊..
      You'd think the house would
      remain there as a cherished
      memory of a very special person...
      But, as ever, money comes first :
      the plot of land will be worth a lot,
      and as you say, will probably next
      accommodate an ugly new block ,
      like others along the street.....
      All the trees and plants, like that
      beautiful yellow rose we saw, will
      be destroyed ( I "feel" it , having
      seen four of my gardens ripped out,
      by new owners, or developers🥀😢🌿...
      🌹🥀🌻Could the public be
      invited to come and take cuttings,
      in memory
      of Shelley's extraordinary life ?
      Your video alone is a valuable
      memento...thank you.😊.
      🇬🇧😊🦉🗽💕🥀🇬🇧💕🇺🇸

    • @vayabroder729
      @vayabroder729 Рік тому +19

      Yes, many times very generic buildings that occupy the space of very individual structures that can never be replaced.

    • @angelinainhollywoodland9023
      @angelinainhollywoodland9023 Рік тому +28

      And many times it's investors who don't even have a knowledge or love of Hollywood.

    • @nickadams2451
      @nickadams2451 Рік тому +17

      @@rosemariemann1719 maybe even see if they could get a volunteer from the rose to plant at her graveside in honor of her.

    • @TheDarkDresser
      @TheDarkDresser Рік тому +10

      I just did a search of the address and saw that the house had been up for sale, so I was able to see parts of the inside of the house. Usually, before an older house is placed on the market the owner upgrades it, so likely the house was redone.

  • @lynny5510
    @lynny5510 Рік тому +167

    I am 56 years and definitely remember Shelley Winters. My favorite movies with her in them were A Place in the Sun and A Patch of Blue. Thank you for honoring her memory and sharing your stories of her!

  • @MayimHastings
    @MayimHastings Рік тому +282

    What a beautiful tribute, Jordan! I don’t think anyone else could have done a better job. You loved her for who she was, and became her family. So proud of you! And I’m so sorry you were blocked out by the daughter, but who knows the history there. And it sounds like Shelley knew very well that the end was near and didn’t want to put you through that, and likely also could have been to protect her own dignity. She did, after all, want you to see her as a glamorous actress. May her memory always be a blessing 💖🙏🕊

    • @Hewau-fj5zz
      @Hewau-fj5zz Рік тому +4

      Thats what u thought too.

    • @jn8ive60
      @jn8ive60 Рік тому +6

      The daughter, Vittoria Gassman, probably didn't know that Jordan existed. She was/is a successful doctor with a busy life. There was probably no "blocking", she just wouldn't have known to invite him.

    • @MayimHastings
      @MayimHastings Рік тому +9

      @@jn8ive60 Yeah, could have been! I did a crappy job of saying it, but i meant that the daughter shouldn't be judged regardless, because that's her private business. Families are complicated, and funerals 100x more so.

    • @JeanGillespie-fp7rs
      @JeanGillespie-fp7rs Рік тому +3

      Always appreciated her talent!❤❤❤❤

    • @MayimHastings
      @MayimHastings Рік тому +4

      @@JeanGillespie-fp7rs Absolutely! She was the total package! Her humor, charisma, smarts, and of course beauty, never left her. I've always thought that Shelley and Rosalind Russell were the two most underrated actresses.

  • @glennmcgee1729
    @glennmcgee1729 Рік тому +169

    Pretty sure what Shelley saw in you is what brought us all to your channel, a genuinely nice guy that has a talent to make people feel better in spite of the challenges of life.

  • @MeMe-nw9mq
    @MeMe-nw9mq Рік тому +195

    So glad that Shelley found such a wonderful friend in you Jordan. Most people don’t realize that our elderly so often find themselves isolated and alone & find it especially difficult when all their friends start dying off leaving them behind. When they finally lose that spark of life, it usually isn’t long before they pass on as well. RIP Shelley Winters.

  • @pamelaoliver8442
    @pamelaoliver8442 Рік тому +435

    I'm sorry for your loss, Jordan. It's clear your affection for her isn't for camera consumption ❤

    • @kevinwilder2263
      @kevinwilder2263 Рік тому +35

      My heart goes out to you Jordan, I know you really cherished your friendship with her🙏🏼🙏🏼

    • @poshmum
      @poshmum Рік тому +12

      It's just so lovely that you speak so well of her still thank you so much❤

    • @Cdog92704
      @Cdog92704 Рік тому +2

      Thanks for sharing...this information...Cdog

    • @libertycan6959
      @libertycan6959 Рік тому +2

  • @denabergman6543
    @denabergman6543 Рік тому +66

    What a lovely tribute to Shelly. She lived life to the fullest. R.I.P. Shirley.

  • @lianeabeyta4515
    @lianeabeyta4515 Рік тому +84

    People come into our lives for different reasons. She needed you and you needed her. What a great tribute to her that you still remember all you shared... and how it has impacted you to this day. We can all only hope someone remembers us this way when we are gone.

    • @luvmducks
      @luvmducks Рік тому +5

      We can only hope, God Is Good All The Time🙏🏻

  • @Galen-864
    @Galen-864 Рік тому +155

    Grew up in N. Hollywood and Burbank and hate to see these old, beautiful homes that belonged to iconic folks go down. Shelley was one of my favorites. What a gal. Her biography was great.

    • @lisalee2885
      @lisalee2885 Рік тому +8

      Me too. Loved going to the Hollywood bowl. My grandparents lived on Andover Dr.

    • @Galen-864
      @Galen-864 Рік тому +4

      @@lisalee2885 I lived on Olive near the hills : )

  • @normanfletcher8332
    @normanfletcher8332 Рік тому +50

    Sad, saw where Betty White's house, now gone & to see this, Shelly Winters house to be demolished, truly sad.....

  • @deirdreyearwood3383
    @deirdreyearwood3383 Рік тому +142

    Beautiful story of Shelly Winter. Sad that her house was not kept as a memorial to her, she was a brilliant actress. Thank you for befriending her Jordan. May she continue to rest in peace ❤

    • @bobcuster8930
      @bobcuster8930 Рік тому +1

      California, in many popular areas, now has to build new places 'up', and not 'out'. Many prime areas with new construction will have condos with 4 or 5 stories...

  • @Adele411
    @Adele411 Рік тому +105

    Shirley was very fortunate to have a genuine friend like you in her later years! So many older people are totally forgotten or it is considered too much trouble to visit & spend any time with them...no matter who they were in their earlier life. God bless you!

  • @phil4986
    @phil4986 Рік тому +109

    Shelley Winters survived some really awful treatment in Hollywood. She was strong as hell. Rest in Peace, Shelly.

    • @peachygal4153
      @peachygal4153 Рік тому

      Yes they treated her badly overweight gain. so wrong. Hollywood i do believe caused anorexia. Movie stars starving themselves wafer thin because they had to be to get work and young girls idolizing them

  • @denisesmith2745
    @denisesmith2745 Рік тому +149

    I love your relationship with her. You actually were in that house when it was still alive. I’m not surprised she loved your kind heart. I always loved her movies. A truly great star. My parents loved her movies, too. She would be happy Jah was there. Thank you, Jordan

    • @yvettejones3439
      @yvettejones3439 Рік тому +10

      Me either Jordan has a special kind of guy and yes she would've be happy Jah was there RIP Shelley Winters an iconic actress 🙏

    • @blossombolton9829
      @blossombolton9829 Рік тому

      What does Jah mean?

  • @thomaswright6936
    @thomaswright6936 Рік тому +205

    Jordan - THANK YOU for sharing this. I had a very similar experience with her. I’m now 61, but she was super kind to me for years in Malibu where I grew up. She was great friends with Joan Didion and John Dunne and Lee Grant who were all friends of my father. She treated me like her son and I too knew tons about film and used to grill her all the time about her experiences. She TRULY loved the film world and was so respectful of her talent. She was a ray of light to me and I can see that she was one for you too. You put a smile on my face…..😊

  • @queenlj12jax97
    @queenlj12jax97 Рік тому +127

    Shelley Winters has always been in the top five of my all-time favorite actresses of the Golden Era of Hollywood. Even when she portrayed the despicable Rose-Ann D'Arcey in A Patch of Blue with Sidney Poitier, I couldn't hate my Shelley. She was such a wonderful actress and breathed life and depth into every performance she ever undertook. I'm so glad she had you in her life to love her and give her the respect she most definitely deserved. They don't make 'em like her anymore. Thank you for sharing your precious memories of this legend with us.

    • @eagleeye2300
      @eagleeye2300 Рік тому +6

      Shelley Winters in the original of "Alfie," with Michael Caine. Perfect for the role. And as the Mother in "Lolita" (w/Peter Sellers.)

    • @jamessparkman6604
      @jamessparkman6604 Рік тому +4

      @@eagleeye2300 speaking of Shelley Winters, I remember her working for Rankin bass as the voice of Crystal in Frosty’s winter wonderland, and even reprise her role in Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July and her role on Lana Gogan in Pete’s Dragon

    • @kristinhawkins7135
      @kristinhawkins7135 Рік тому +3

      I always loved A Patch of Blue! Watched it many many times.

    • @tomodonovan5931
      @tomodonovan5931 Рік тому +4

      A Patch Of Blue, a great movie. I always liked her in A Place In The Sun.
      The heavyweights of cinema, Taylor, Cliff, Burr, Winters. She was a natural,
      playing a down to earth character. That is what she was in life.

    • @beaumontmichaels3575
      @beaumontmichaels3575 Рік тому

      Lolita!

  • @leewomack3498
    @leewomack3498 Рік тому +45

    Going overseas in 1964, my father worked for the government, we stayed a few days in NY and Shelly Winters was in the suite next to ours in the hotel we stayed at. My mom was thrilled and even more so when Shelly said hello to her one morning 😊

  • @lincmerc1581
    @lincmerc1581 Рік тому +42

    Bless her. It's hard to imagine someone as well known as her being lonely. I spent a lot of time with my grandparents and parents before they passed. No one should feel lonely. I've always felt close to seniors. I actually get along with older people better.

  • @wendysherbert3257
    @wendysherbert3257 Рік тому +55

    I love that she is still remembered in such a lovely way. Thank you for keeping her memory alive.

  • @larryshaver3568
    @larryshaver3568 Рік тому +68

    how anyone could let that happen to her house is beyond me. she was Hollywood royalty

  • @nemesis6824
    @nemesis6824 Рік тому +34

    My father met her twice whilst he worked at Heathrow in the 70s, he said she was lovely and happily signed autographs.. its so lovely to hear your memories of her x

  • @JamesBrown-ij1px
    @JamesBrown-ij1px Рік тому +46

    Great tribute to Shelley Winters. Winters was a 'no nonsense' woman and did not tolerate BS from people. Some people, especially women, are often considered 'difficult' if they don't take BS from people.

    • @bluebellbeatnik4945
      @bluebellbeatnik4945 Рік тому +7

      agreed it's true. the difficult label is unfortunate,. it's a characteristic deeply respected in a man but loathed in a woman.

  • @malcolmbliss777
    @malcolmbliss777 Рік тому +8

    Great stories. Ms. Winters was a Hollywood Goddess. May she rest in power!

  • @cisio64123
    @cisio64123 Рік тому +125

    Jordan it always touches me when you talk about Shelley because you always show just how truly fondly you remember her and just how fond of you she was too. You had told the birthday story before and it always just so sweet and touching that you have that precious memory that she went out of her way to make your birthday special. I'm glad she had you as a friend to visit and keep her company in her old age because clearly she was lonely.

  • @deehickman6417
    @deehickman6417 Рік тому +171

    What an amazing story, Jordan and I thank you! No one tells Hollywood history like you! Thank you Shelly, just loved her and loved the role she played in your life!

    • @Latnman101
      @Latnman101 Рік тому +7

      I keep telling him that.

  • @melissajensen3166
    @melissajensen3166 Рік тому +100

    Jordan, that was wonderful. I’m so glad she had a huge impact on your future. A shame you were excluded from the funeral. Sometimes family members don’t understand friendships made by their loved ones. It would have been great to see the inside of her house. You can say, you were in the right place at the right time to meet Shelly. I loved her and she just told it like it was. Great tribute.

  • @ronald1685
    @ronald1685 Рік тому +5

    Hey Mr Jordan I'm a mechanic black retired I enjoy yr videos and I love history I'm 69yrs I live in Hammond Indiana thanks for the time and I love the way you present may God bless you and your family I'm also on FB

  • @lethrbear32
    @lethrbear32 Рік тому +19

    What an amazing friendship! Shelly Winters is a Hollywood legend, and I always loved her.

  • @corrinafrench7709
    @corrinafrench7709 Рік тому +77

    The Night of the Hunter is my favorite Shelley Winters movie. Very haunting with Robert Mitchum as lead character. Thank you for taking us along to her home and resting place.

    • @rickdrais9737
      @rickdrais9737 Рік тому +11

      The real tragedy of Night of the Hunter is that it was un-appreciated at the time. Charles Laughton did a brilliant job as director, and if it had succeeded, he could have transitioned from acting (and his career was on the down-turn at the time) into a major director. And Shelley was so young and vibrant. But yeah, another film where she had to die. I can see how that would depress her

    • @marilynhudson5805
      @marilynhudson5805 Рік тому +8

      That movie was at the top of my list also the Possediton Adventure. I know That my spelling was messed up. I need to pick up my new glasses I'm 75 so I remember Shelley Winters and all of her movies she was great ❤

    • @vinnyvincent2862
      @vinnyvincent2862 Рік тому +3

      Based on a true story about the evil lonely hearts killer Harry Powers in the 1930s !

    • @stevenance4844
      @stevenance4844 Рік тому +2

      The Night of the Hunter was also my favorite. I went through several record/video stores last year before I ever found one who could still get the DVD. They special ordered it. She was great in everything I ever saw her in and my mom loved her movies as well. When I was growing up mom would say we're watching such and such because Shelly Winters is in it. Mom was a huge fan. Its sad they tear down all those old historical homes. I saw a video showing that they bulldozed the home of Bette White. I guess its all about money? Thanks for doing this tribute to Shelly. I grew up hearing her name and actually remember the first time I saw The Night of the Hunter. Scared me to death as a kid. lol. The movie had been out since I think 1955? It didn't really get recognition until years later and they said the guy that directed , and basically handled the movie was so upset over the shallow reviews at the time that he never did another movie and died before the praise for his work was ever acknowledged. Again, you did an awesome job with this tribute. Loved it...

  • @jparker59able
    @jparker59able Рік тому +31

    What a shame the house has been neglected, but what a wonderful friendship you guys had. Sad that her daughter wouldn't let you come to her funeral. I know you miss her.

  • @ceejay960
    @ceejay960 Рік тому +112

    I've heard that Shelley was a real hoot and threw some awesome parties back in the day. That is so cool that you got to spend so much time with her and get to know her. Your genuine sincerity, along with your knowledge and appreciation of old Hollywood probably helped endear you to her and contributed to her befriending you and opening up to you. What a privilege.

    • @ruego-qj7bt
      @ruego-qj7bt Рік тому +1

      '.. probably helped endear _you_ to _her_ ..'

    • @ceejay960
      @ceejay960 Рік тому +1

      @@ruego-qj7bt oops. Glad you knew what I meant. I've changed it.

  • @loboblue5441
    @loboblue5441 Рік тому +19

    All I can say is is that you have honored, Shelly, in the most respectful way. She was one of my favorite actresses as a child. I could almost cry. Thank you❤

  • @manita2653
    @manita2653 Рік тому +23

    Thank you for such a lovely tribute to Shelley Winters. You made her happy at a time in her life when she needed you...and you needed her.The One and Only, Shelley Winters.

  • @ilanarhian
    @ilanarhian Рік тому +72

    I'm sure Shelley would be delighted that you are keeping her memory alive :)

  • @robinevans7194
    @robinevans7194 Рік тому +42

    I loved this so much and it popped up at a time of a much needed punch in the arm. She was by far one of the most talented and beautiful actresses of all time. I'm turning 65 this month and feeling like it's all down hill from here NO-WAY !!!! she was still working at 65 and I can feel her soul saying "HONEY 65 IS WHEN THE PARTY REALLY GETS FUN ! Thanks so much for all your stories and adventures. You are the best❤

  • @karenstanislaw8912
    @karenstanislaw8912 Рік тому +100

    Jordan, any way the developers would let you take a cutting from the property? (A small, flowering bush, etc.) -Would love you to be able to plant something from her property onto your present property. If they'd allow you to take any further artifacts from within the home, that would be lovely as well. Appreciate how pivotal this association was for you. Kind and wise person. Friendships can nurture, and I'm glad you had this exchange.

    • @yorkandpomona
      @yorkandpomona Рік тому +17

      That is amazing. A great idea. Plants can live in forever

    • @paulinemcallister9855
      @paulinemcallister9855 Рік тому +9

      Just go take lots I go on holiday I do that for years my garden got so much from everywhere can take a bit of rose bush get from bottle put in bucket and leave for weeks then see bits of growth nanapolly my mum and me
      Love her filmsxblessings Scotland x🌺💐🌷🙏🌟☮️🌻🌼🌞🌹🧸🌝

    • @MsMesem
      @MsMesem Рік тому +8

      Excellent idea but looks like the nicest bushes have died without maintenance. I wonder if she had a Gardenia?

    • @MsCNail-fe1sj
      @MsCNail-fe1sj Рік тому +6

      @@MsMesem To weird I had the same thought. Gardenia...just sounds like Shelley.

    • @lanah43
      @lanah43 Рік тому +6

      My mother was in Shelley's age group and loved the fragrance called Jungle Gardenia.

  • @debracisneroshhp2827
    @debracisneroshhp2827 Рік тому +38

    Jordan,
    So sorry for your loss. 😢 At the same time, you did justice to our memory of Shelly__one of the "real" people, not 'fake' like so many others. 💖🙌😺

  • @monacooper87
    @monacooper87 Рік тому +16

    I only just now saw your videos and I’m impressed by the love and care you had for Shelley. It’s crazy but several of my friends have told me that whenever they see her pictures or movies they think of MY mother! My mom and Shelley could have been sisters! The resemblance is uncanny. That makes so proud.

  • @marigold7250
    @marigold7250 Рік тому +78

    It sounds like you and Shelley came into each other's lives at just the right time for both of you. It's great when it happens that way. Shelley would be pleased to see you doing so well. ❤

  • @ridingtheroad185
    @ridingtheroad185 Рік тому +43

    It's sad when blood relatives have no idea the real friendships of their loved ones. Once again you keep it classy Jordan!

  • @janmarchand7294
    @janmarchand7294 Рік тому +52

    I'm so glad she found a friend in you Jordan, because your parents raised a lovely young man. You're kind and courteous and above all you're willing to sit and listen which is all an older person really needs sometimes. Thank you for sharing your stories from a screen legend with us.❤

  • @Mercedes-v2o
    @Mercedes-v2o 9 місяців тому +2

    This was a good tribute to Shelley Winters, Jordan well done with respect. God Bless You.

  • @jeffmcnulty4123
    @jeffmcnulty4123 Рік тому +3

    In the late eighties, I lived on Rangley Avenue, I was walking my dog one evening, my dog was peeing in Shelley Winters front yard and the front door opened and she walked down the sidewalk and yelled at me, "Hey you there, clean up your dog shit, I'm tired of stepping in it!" God bless her, a true Hollywood legend from the Golden Age.

  • @rebeccagaribay7957
    @rebeccagaribay7957 Рік тому +75

    What a wonderful tribute to Shelley. I really enjoyed this one, especially when talking about the actors of Old Hollywood; when celebrities were still celebrities. They had class. I think this one meant more to you because of all those wonderful memories of celebrating her life and her last birthdays. What a time that must've been, and then giving us a chance to see Old Hollywood through your eyes. Great job!! Loved it!!

  • @Ciclopea2
    @Ciclopea2 Рік тому +127

    You can't fake the type of connection and appreciation you had for Shelley, it's actually kinda relatable. I had a very special friendship with a lady that much to my surprise ended up being like a grandmother to me, she passed away from lung cancer three years ago at age 84. Her humor, kindness and reminders of whatever qualities she saw in me will always have a special place in my heart. I wish you could get to do a walk through her home, i think she'd love that, you're remembering her and paying tribute to her as an actress and as a friend. I'd show them this video to convince them if i could... anyway, thank you for another awesome vlog.

    • @minervan2878
      @minervan2878 Рік тому +5

      YOU'RE ALWAYS AWESOME BLOSSOM 🏵️🌼🌻💐🌷🍀🌺

  • @jennablerose2168
    @jennablerose2168 Рік тому +10

    You're so lucky to have met such an icon as Shelley Winters.

  • @bettyt1198
    @bettyt1198 Рік тому +26

    Thank you for doing this for Shelley. We loved her so much!! Your the best story teller!!

  • @retirementbootcampoff-grid237
    @retirementbootcampoff-grid237 Рік тому +22

    Shelley was a beautiful woman and it was so fun to hear her talk about her life in Hollywood. She wrote a tell-all book about her love affairs with famous actors like Marlon Brando.

    • @KarmicSalt
      @KarmicSalt Рік тому +2

      she was so naughty she had to do 2 volumes ...lol Loved her with all my heart

  • @kathleenmckeithen118
    @kathleenmckeithen118 Рік тому +54

    I'm SO relieved to see Jah!!! I was worried that something had happened to that precious puppy. I am 74 so am old enough to have been able to enjoy Shelly Winters in movies and interviews over the years. She was a wonderful actress and, if she was scary"ish" to people at all, I would say that might be because of how hard it was to be a female actor. Hollywood was, is and will continue to be a harder and scarier place than the average movie goer will ever know.
    You were really blessed, Jordan, to be friends with her and she was really blessed to have you as her friend.♥

    • @alexvaliansky7707
      @alexvaliansky7707 Рік тому +1

      Why use two words (female actor), when it’s so much easier to use one word (actress).

    • @jakepotts102
      @jakepotts102 Рік тому +10

      Hey Alex shes 74 cut her a break

    • @kathleenmckeithen118
      @kathleenmckeithen118 Рік тому +5

      ​@@alexvaliansky7707 A thousand pardons!

    • @Stella_In_Real_Life
      @Stella_In_Real_Life Рік тому

      @@alexvaliansky7707 When women are nominated, they are referred to as " female actor".

    • @alexvaliansky7707
      @alexvaliansky7707 Рік тому

      @@Stella_In_Real_Life I’ve been watching the Academy Award shows for decades, and I’ve always heard
      “Nominations for best actor are…”, and “Nominations for best actress are…”.

  • @liviamoon
    @liviamoon Рік тому +36

    It's nice that you don't let big names be forgotten.
    I like watching old movies and it's nice to learn more about the actors. Shelley was a great Lady.
    Love from Germany.❤🕊

  • @elizabethpaints
    @elizabethpaints Рік тому +69

    This was a lovely tribute to Shelley. I so much enjoyed your story, giving us a personally side to her that we could relate to on some level. And you were so kind and generous with your time and friendship, which she appreciated and treasured. She really needed someone to pass on her wisdom and knowledge to, and it was you! Now I'm going to look for all of early the Shelly Winters movies.
    Thanks Jordan!

  • @jamiepan7650
    @jamiepan7650 Рік тому +25

    That was a fantastic story. You definitely honored her, she would have been so proud 🥲.

  • @nomiddlenamenmn427
    @nomiddlenamenmn427 9 місяців тому +3

    Never watched Roseanne. A Patch of Blue, Lolita, and The Devil’s Daughter are favorites. Thank you. 😊

  • @n2wabbit
    @n2wabbit Рік тому +8

    When I was a teen, I met her once in Maryland. She was so sweet and kind and boy was she a talker. I never forgot meeting her sixty some years later.

  • @banana5512
    @banana5512 Рік тому +42

    Wow, how lucky you were to befriend Shelley, but more so, how lucky she was to have found you as a friend. Jealous of all those great stories she shared with you, but really thankful you're able to share them with us. Shelley was pretty great, and you're keeping her memory alive. ❤ Thanks Jordan! May God bless.

  • @tommymiller8743
    @tommymiller8743 Рік тому +75

    I started watching your channel because I’m a fan of old Hollywood, so I enjoy it when you go back to California and revisit stories you’ve done. You’re genuinely a good person, and Shelly was lucky to have you in the latter part of her life

    • @govinda102000
      @govinda102000 Рік тому +3

      His theme song got me.

    • @thatguitargirl1
      @thatguitargirl1 Рік тому +7

      You are awesome for telling the story. I absolutely loved it. I think you should go in the house and do a walk-through with or without permission before they tear the house down. Shelley would probably love that.!

  • @tiffanyb.7596
    @tiffanyb.7596 Рік тому +16

    Love the delightful story of how you met Shelley. I’ve always enjoyed her movies. And she’s right, you’re a very likable person! Thank you for this video. I hope the demolition people let you do a walk-through. Love to Jah. 🥰

  • @NgaiOlaudah
    @NgaiOlaudah Рік тому +8

    WHAT A WONDERFUL BUNCH OF ANECDOTES ON SWEET SHELLEY! She was a great colleague and a wonderful artist! Marty Landau and so many others hung out with Shelley and you my brother... and you... thank you so much for the memory... just a lovely tribute, young man! Thank you! Arthur B (Ngai)

  • @Stella_In_Real_Life
    @Stella_In_Real_Life Рік тому +77

    What a gem. I know Shelley is proud of you Jordan. ❤

  • @lorih2924
    @lorih2924 Рік тому +21

    You and Shelly were so meant to meet and become close friends. She knew you have a kind loving heart. Love the stories about your time with her. It saddens me that her house is going to be demolished. Glad you and Jah got to see her house while it’s still there at least for now. Shelly was a wise woman. Thank you for giving me a reason to smile. Keep being a blessing everywhere you and Jah go. 😊

  • @carlv1379
    @carlv1379 Рік тому +38

    What a lovely tribute, Jordan. When she said that you didn't need to visit her anymore, I think many people would have found that rude, but you know she believed in you. And I don't hear anything but love for her in this video. Maybe she didn't want you to see her decline any further. She spoke her mind, it seems! It's wonderful to hear stories no one else can tell but you. So many of your videos have the feeling that you really knew these people, but this one is special, because she helped you get here.

    • @tomodonovan5931
      @tomodonovan5931 Рік тому +3

      Agree with you. Some people, especially actors, and actresses just want to
      be remembered for who they were before time stole the youth.

    • @allenorganist2011
      @allenorganist2011 Рік тому +2

      Or she knew she wasn’t going home. Very sad to think about

  • @louieflash7190
    @louieflash7190 Рік тому +7

    Enjoyed all your stories about Shelley. I always tell people how much I miss old Hollywood. I think it's because of the connection I had with my mom and all the older movies. RIP Shelley. She was such a great actress.

  • @CHSwildcats19
    @CHSwildcats19 Рік тому +15

    What a touching tribute and testimony to your friendship ❤
    Thank you for sharing your memories with us!

  • @thetraveler2561
    @thetraveler2561 Рік тому +28

    You were so lucky to have spent time with her Jordan. I am a boomer watched Shelley all my life. I wished they could have saved her home. Nice memories for you.

  • @Bluelady4848
    @Bluelady4848 Рік тому +39

    Thanks for sharing this with us Jordan. She was a great actress and sounds like quite a character in her private life too. I'm happy you got to be her friend in her last days. She obviously saw your honesty, potential and talent. It's sad that her home is being torn down like that, but as I've learned from watching your vlogs, they don't care much about history anymore. Rest in peace Shelly Winters!

  • @jimmyflanagan5938
    @jimmyflanagan5938 Рік тому +11

    Reason I started watching you was your vods of old classic Hollywood

  • @AngelinaX23
    @AngelinaX23 Рік тому +10

    I so enjoyed listening to your stories about Shelley Winters. She was one of my favorite character actresses and I always heard good things about her. I love that she enjoyed her celebrity and didn't act like a spoiled brat the way so many do. One of my favorite roles of hers was as Roseanne, the slatternly mother in A Patch Of Blue. She was a great villain in that movie. Sweet Elizabeth Hartman played the daughter she accidentally blinded and Sidney Poitier was impressive as always.
    As someone who is getting older myself (75), I must say that it is a terribly challenging time in one's life. It's difficult to watch yourself deteriorate and to suffer with pain and disfunction. I felt bad for Shelley that she was unable to have comfortable dentures so she skipped eating. Anyway, thank you again for sharing. Best wishes to you in your future endeavors. ❤

  • @breezyakanan7544
    @breezyakanan7544 Рік тому +5

    Truly a special heartfelt memory. You were a true blessing to Ms. Winters.
    When seniors begin out living their family and friends and their health is deteriorating they often suffer from loneliness.
    You were a kind young man who gave your time to her unconditionally and she recognized and appreciated you greatly.
    Unfortunately, their those who come around, to get what they can from them. Not only family and friends but the hospitals who treat them.
    My mother was born in 1925 and she loved watching old movies. She loved living in LA. When I moved to LA in the early 80’s she and her friend took me to Rodeo Drive and I saw Kirk Douglas wow I almost fainted.
    Between LA and Santa Monica I met so many celebrities. However, I never met a great guy like you.
    Shelly Winters was an excellent judge of character.
    I have loved watching you on your own channel today.
    Thank you for sharing and bringing so many great memories from the deep recesses of my mind to the forefront.
    Special Blessings❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @nancypritchett1159
    @nancypritchett1159 Рік тому +21

    Don’t know if you’ll ever see this but you should be very proud. You had a wonderful friend in Shelley, and it sounds like she had a wonderful friend in you. All people just want to be remembered and she came back to life by you telling us those stories. I could see her even before the pictures talking to you and making friends and loving remembering those great times and feeling loved one more time. God bless!

  • @hhlvdncr
    @hhlvdncr Рік тому +31

    What an amazing story. I have a similar experience with peter tork. He believed in me as a friend and really helped me make life changing decisions that I can never repay. I wasn’t invited to the funeral either. But that’s ok, right. Love your story telling thank you!

    • @hhlvdncr
      @hhlvdncr Рік тому

      @Scott Morrison hi Scott great today. Thanks

  • @maripeti4036
    @maripeti4036 Рік тому +64

    From the first time you told us the meeting with Shelly, this has been one of the best vlogs! People are only able to be people and themselves are when they surround themselves with their likenesses. She obviously knew your heart and soul is pure and let her honesty and kindness shine through and it's so great you got to meet her and follow her advice, I always believe that all our meetings, our experiences are not coincidences and it's all meant to be!!! I am so happy you got to share her friendship and have these friendship times with her. Honestly, Jordan, she admired you because your heart is pure. She knew this. It made me so sad when you told us in the first vlog if/when she would pass, you couldn't attend wake/funeral because of her ....daughter-why didn't the daughter come back to CA and claim this house and donate the proceeds to struggling artists who need it or a Elders Home??? She certainly didn't need it! I never understand these things!! She looks down on you and is very proud of you! She's always with you in some way-I believe this. So fortunate to have such a treasured friendship so great, so heartwarming! ;)

  • @Mamarazzi2k9
    @Mamarazzi2k9 Рік тому +3

    This is the sweetest thing. I want a friend like her! I love elderly people and connect to them so easily. You were so lucky to have that friendship with her!

  • @lorettalouvros207
    @lorettalouvros207 Рік тому +13

    What a beautiful tribute. Really I felt this thru my soul. I have always loved Old Hollywood and Shelly was one of the Best! What an amazing relationship to have. The conversation, the mementos, the memories I can’t even begin to imagine
    Rest peacefully Ms Winters ❤️✨

  • @nokesbob2256
    @nokesbob2256 Рік тому +29

    This is a wonderful tribute to your friend, before her home is gone forever. It feels like old Hollywood is constantly torn down and paved over. I love it when you show us that old Hollywood. I hope you get to do your walk through. I wanted you to just go ahead to the house and look through the windows. Thank you for sharing her with us again. Such a amazing thing that happened to you.

  • @dcricket1
    @dcricket1 Рік тому +37

    That was a precious story Jordan! She loved who she loved and you were on her list. What an honor! Thank you for sharing!❤

  • @theresaohman7187
    @theresaohman7187 Рік тому +10

    Its sad you weren't invited to the funeral, you were such a good friend to her. You probably gave her many years of happiness 🎉. I'm sure shes watching from above ❤

    • @debbiem9218
      @debbiem9218 Рік тому

      So true and I think the sad part is that Shelly's family knew the relationship that Shelly and Jordan had. Family can be awfully funny (strange) especially at funerals. Jordan should definitely been invited to Shelly's funeral.

  • @melissagarrison3681
    @melissagarrison3681 Рік тому +4

    Thank you for sharing your precious memories of a time, and a beautiful woman, who have passed. Please keep the faith that Shelley had in you, she was not wrong for believing in you and seeing your potential. I'm truly grateful for all you were kind enough to share with us. What a remarkable human being...Shelley too!

  • @Barbie9707
    @Barbie9707 Рік тому +2

    Loved Shelly's acting!!!!....the first time i saw her was in 1970 at Elvis' show in Vegas...Elvis introduced her and said a wonderful actress is in the audience tonite...she's won an Academy award, i hate her, laughing, just kidding!...i'm from Canada and it was such a thrill to see a Hollywood star!!! (We saw lots of stars at Elvis' shows!!!) Such a shame how actors are forgotten when they get older.....thanks for your fabulous stories!! RIP Shelly...🥰

  • @daniellachalhoub1560
    @daniellachalhoub1560 Рік тому +47

    Thank you for telling us about your friendship with Shelley Winters... This is so precious, you sure describe everything so lively, you could easily try to write a book describing the places and people you met. Take care. 🧡🙏🧡🌞☺️

  • @douglasmeek9774
    @douglasmeek9774 Рік тому +6

    It was nice that you were kind to her ! Everyone needs help as they get older..

  • @esthergarcia1373
    @esthergarcia1373 Рік тому +17

    It’s nice that you got to make those enduring memories with Shelley, Jordan. Houses will be demolished but not the memories you carry of your friendship with Shelley. Jah was enjoying the trip to memory lane himself. He’s such a good boy❣️God bless you both on your journeys together. ❤️🙏🏻🐕‍🦺⭐️🌴

  • @akastardust
    @akastardust Рік тому +5

    What a lovely tribute. Sounds like at the end she wanted you to have good memories of her, not her dying in a hospital. You were a good friend, a young vibrant man for her to talk to, what a gift you were to each other. 💌

  • @dianeperkins9495
    @dianeperkins9495 Рік тому +3

    I met Shelly 33 years ago. She was the sweetest lady. Diane Ladd is my 2nd cousin. My Grandmother, Mom, and my siblings went to visit Diane and she introduced us to some of her friends. That is such a wonderful memory. ❤

  • @JudyThompson.
    @JudyThompson. Рік тому +24

    Shelly Winters’ mom would come into the grocery store my dad worked at and always tell him her daughter was a big movie star. He would nod and just smile because she mentioned it every time she came into the store.I read her first biography, which was highly entertaining. When you were friendly with her was her husband around during those visits. Living with him all those years and then marrying him on her deathbed was quite the story in the tabloids. She was so entertaining.

  • @allisonramirez8641
    @allisonramirez8641 Рік тому +16

    I just love when you share with us, your friendship with Shelley.Her autobiography was one of my absolute favorites ever.What a personality! You know, when I hear she wasn't the nicest person, I think she was a strong woman who wasn't afraid to let her feelings be known. Made her one of the best comedic characters on any 70's talk show too! Great work as usual Jordon! Good to see you in Los Angeles

  • @greggy283
    @greggy283 Рік тому +7

    Wow Jordan !.....That's quite an amazing connection you had with a Real Hollywood Legend.
    Most people simply have a brush with Hollywood Greatness.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @kathyparker5899
    @kathyparker5899 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for your sweet memories with Shelley.

  • @MadameX81284
    @MadameX81284 Рік тому +6

    I have a huge collection of classic Hollywood memorabilia and everytime i see shelley or watch her films I always think of you and her and the friendship you two shared.

  • @Cheryl_Loves_Purple
    @Cheryl_Loves_Purple Рік тому +22

    Thats so sad, people just do not care any more. She lives forever in your memories, Jordan. It is people like you who keep history alive. I loved watching all the old hollywood & filming locations videos but I am glad you got out of there. LA does not look like the place to be anymore. I cant believe her family did not allow you to come to her funeral! That, plus the condition of the house & stuff left behind in it, make me believe her family were not that friendly.

  • @scottieburnett5606
    @scottieburnett5606 Рік тому +26

    Thanks for sharing Shelley’s home with us. I am grateful to her for encouraging you to work in front of the camera. Many have benefited from her wise advice.

  • @janishannes9221
    @janishannes9221 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your story with Shelly. I could tell from interviews that she was a down to earth person. You were fortunate to have spent quality time with her.

  • @suzannaj3834
    @suzannaj3834 Рік тому +2

    You spoke very well of Ms. Winters as your friend and confidante. What a wonderful blessing to have known her and personally saw pictures, artifacts, awards and memoirs from her glamorous life as a movie star. She loved her home from what you said and I’m sure she visited it in the afterlife seeing how it was still erect in 2022. I believe spiritually she stuck around. She may have known you came around. I love listening to your stories it’s been awhile since I watched one of your videos. I didn’t have all the alerts set, but I do now! I love your little dog so much. He reminds me of a doggy I use to have. And ty for attending her gravesite. To show your viewers her final resting place. She was definitely a big star with lots of famous friends. Truly a beautiful glamorous queen ❣️ Rest In Peace Shelley Winters. ⭐️

  • @deltabourke1005
    @deltabourke1005 Рік тому +19

    I thought about this video all day. My mind kept going back to it. Of COURSE Shelly loved you Jordan. We all do! I really appreciate your videos and your sweetheart attitude. I’m sorry for your loss. Thank you for telling us about her yesterday, and encouraging us (at her request) to look for her in more roles than just Nanna Mary. ❤

  • @TinCupChalice40
    @TinCupChalice40 Рік тому +8

    I did some research on Mrs Winters. I had no idea how extensive her movie roles were. I’m 60 and even for someone my age she was already a seasoned actress before my time. I just knew her for roles like the Poseidon Adventure and such. She was a very big star. I almost feel guilty not knowing this. Thank you for such a heartwarming insight to your relationship with this wonderful women.

  • @adelebz7
    @adelebz7 Рік тому +10

    This story is amazing! It was meant for you and Shelley Winters to cross paths. So touching, and aweet.

  • @brendafuller6186
    @brendafuller6186 Рік тому +3

    You had a wonderful friendship with a wonderful lady. It's sad her daughter didn't invite you to the funeral but you had something very special she can't take away. And now you can visit Shelly anytime you want at her final resting place. And it's you who is keeping her memory alive so she won't be forgotten 🌹

  • @debbiem9218
    @debbiem9218 Рік тому +10

    Jordan this is absolutely one of the best made tributes I have ever seen on UA-cam. You put your all into this, the history, the fun and the relationship you had with Shelly was so fun and interesting to listen to. I too remember Shelly in Poseidon Adventure. It was one of the first movies put out with surround sound and the theatre shook when the boat capsized. Everyone in the theatre was so enthralled by it. Shelly seems to have been the type of actress who cared for all those people who crossed her path. I'm so sorry to see her property in this state. It is as sad as looking at the Minelli estate. I'm so glad you got to know her and that you have such fond memories of her. Thank you for sharing this, I hope you can get inside.

  • @scottharvey9357
    @scottharvey9357 Рік тому +18

    Wow Jordan, this one really touched my heart, it’s always the people least expected, and the directions that they come from who always give you the best advice and can truly become a person you can call friend. I really thank you for this video, and as a Laker of Shelley Winters in her movies, it was really great to hear her story and yours. What a neat thing was y’all have a great day. Thanks.