LARAMIE mystery solved! Plus, Robert Crawford Jr’s duel with Robert Redford! A WORD ON WESTERNS
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- Опубліковано 25 бер 2023
- For fans of LARAMIE, the mystery of Bobby Crawford leaving the series has long been a topic of conversation. The older of the two acting Crawford boys joined Rob Word at The Autry Dec 2022 to recall his departure from the series and his amazing life and career, including a fencing match against Robert Redford while on location for BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID.
In 1955, Robert Crawford, Jr and his younger brother Johnny, ages 11 and 9, were asked to appear on a new afternoon network kid show to demonstrate their youthful fencing abilities. The series was "The Mickey Mouse Club" and marked the beginning of two successful careers. The Crawford boys both ended up in hit western series. Johnny, of course, was Mark McCain on "The Rifleman" with Chuck Connors.
Bobby was cast as Andy Sherman, John Smith's brother on LARAMIE with Robert Fuller and Hoagy Carmichael. Ironically, both young actors received Emmy nominations the same year, 1959, along with their father, Robert, who was nominated for editing THE BOB CUMMINGS SHOW. Bobby received a Best Actor nomination for his performance on live television’s Golden Age classic, PLAYHOUSE 90. Johnny for Best Supporting Actor on THE RIFLEMAN.
Following LARAMIE, Bobby recalls his lucky break in reuniting with his PLAYHOUSE 90 director, George Roy Hill, to film one of the earliest behind-the-scenes documentaries on what was to become a box office smash, BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID. The result was a one hour Prime Time network special that won an Emmy. More excitement with Hill followed as Robert's journey took him to the Academy Awards as Associate Producer of THE STING, which took home an Oscar for Best Picture.
This episode is premiering on March 26th, brother Johnny’s birthday. (March 26, 1946-April 29, 2021).
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Him and his brother both are from incredible stock. Their attitudes were and are an inspiration.
What a charming, sweet, and lucky man, so unaffected by the tinsel surrounding him all these years. He seems very down to earth and humble.
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@@paulyricca3881 No thanks, I don't need your hand-me-downs.
Sure do miss his brother, the great Trick Roping, Singer, and Actor, Johnny Crawford. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍👍
Robert & Johnny Crawford - Hollywood Hillbillies! What a rare distinction, and what a rare and entertaining guest. How does that saying go...better to be Lucky than good? I suspect that Robert is both. And blessed. Great interview, Rob!
Well done. Bob Crawford is a gem!
I am so glad you are seeking out these older western stars as time has taken so many away. What a wonderful episode ! Thank you Rob 👍👍👍
I think one of the sweetest things about A Word on Westerns are opportunities like this to learn about the Western genre, to get to know on a more personal level the talent in front of, and behind, the camera - the Crawford family shined with regard to family, family values and within the film industry - a treasured interview, personal, in depth. Thank you so much, Rob!
Couldn't have said it better, Elizabeth. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍👍 🤠
@@OdeeOz Agreed.
I agree with Odee, Elizabeth.
You all are just great. Makes it all worthwhile. Hope to have many more illuminating conversations with our Hollywood cowboys and cowgirls! Thanks.
@@AWordonWesterns We have faith that you will continue onward with these interviews, for many more years, Rob. Heck, you could probably make a small fortune off Compilations on DVD for sale, or other Merchandise too.
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Great interview Rob! I still watch Laramie every day.
Always liked him. Glad to see that he and his family are doing well.
I had such a big crush on both the Crawford brother's! My brother watched both Laramie & The Rifleman. And then when I came along & got a little older the shows were being rerun so I got to watch them!
I only recently discovered Laramie and was drawn into it by the infectious nature of Bobby’s character. He and Johnny are always captivating to watch from those early years. Such vibrant and engaging characters with infectious smiles and expressive eyes.
Lovely personality and vibe. Very positive.
Thank you so much!
That was great Rob thank you. He’s a wonderful man.
He sure is, David. A bit overshadowed by his brother, but Robert's career is really something!
Bobby God Truly Blessed You!🙏😉😃🤩🇺🇸You could put food on the table for your Family and Happy 50 th Anniversary and you do make everyone Happy when you enter a room and Thank You Rob for This Wonderful Surprise I don’t think half the folks knew all this! WOW 🤩
Thanks, T. He sure sends out a wonderful, positive vibe.
@@AWordonWesterns Dear Rob You and Bobby really both bounce off each other you two sure hit it off and could tell how Much Fun You were Having I Hope you can get him back soon tell him I forgot name of his book I want to buy it ! Haha 🇺🇸🤩😉😁🤩
I was about 2 to 3 minutes into the interview when it dawned on me dummy that I am that Bobby and Johnny are brothers learned so much from this interview Thanks Rob.
Yes I just find out they we’re brother. They were great actors and Johnny was a great actor and singer. Truly missed. R. I.P. 🙏🥰😢
I always enjoy your interviews with Western stars of yesteryear. Thank you again Rob.
Another interesting interview. Many thanks, Rob, RJ and Team AWOW. Best of health to you all.
AWOW is an excellent platform for the western enthusiasts and a great way to keep the western alive!
Judging from that photo, Bobby and Johnny were the very image of their dad. With a beautiful sister, and their mom was totally gorgeous.
Great insider stories on Butch and Sundance. Much as I like McQueen, the film would not have been as good without Redford or if Newman had not played Butch, who was indeed *very* funny in the part.
"Who *are* those guys?"
No one could have delivered that line better.
Bobby is a wonderful story teller, and certainly seems like a genuinely sweet man.
Great interview.
ROBERT CRAWFORD JR. looking good at 78, gives another great and humble interview on his career...
For me, his work on producing The Making Of BUTCH CASSIDY & THE SUNDANCE KID documentary, was one of his most iconic accomplishments. Director George Roy Hill initiated the project, but Robert really did the work in making a definitive "how a movie is made" for both western fans and students of film.
Working at 20th Century-Fox, I was so delighted to see it on the Special Edition DVD release, having secured the rights from George Roy Hill's estate and the university he left it to. This really was the first in-depth 1hr. documentary on the making of the highest grossing western of all-time.
Ironically, another 1969 western got that treatment called THE WILD BUNCH, but it was put together years later and was told subjectively.
This really was a story of positively in a business that can often be depressing due to its itinerant nature. Luck plays a part in every successful life, but it's only a small part. Preparation plays a large role, but even more so a willing attitude can carry one far. Talent helps, but it's the attitude that makes the biggest difference. Robert Crawford Jr. has that great attitude which is why he is an engaging and entertaining guest.
Wonderful to see Bobby again. Wish I could thank him for being so kind to me when we were so young. He and Johnny were wonderful down to earth people. Great interview as always. I also enjoyed seeing Johnny's horse "Two Bit" . I remember that horse well.
Thanks Rob for such an informative interview w/Bobby Crawford. An outstanding family in the filming business. Still watch The Rifleman w/Johnny and always looking for those few episodes where both Bobby and Johnny acted. Oh the “fights” they’d have on the North Fork schoolyard.
What a humble man. I think real men are humble.
He seems kind and humble like his late brother Johnny. I enjoyed and learned some insights about the golden age of Hollywood. Great interview! Thank you.
Great interview with Crawford, i have laramie on dvd 📀 great show 🤠 thanks lord Rob Word of Word on Westerns laird of Word manor your friend tom now and always 🤩 🤩
Great interview with a great guy. Thank you.
Well Rob that was a fantastic interview with Bobby ! Love Laramie loved Slim and Jess and all the cast of Laramie . Was sad and disappointed when i realised they had let Bobby go. He fit so well in that series and its a mystery why he didnt continue in the role !But its great he went on to other great things. Thanks Rob for another great interview .
Bobby and johnny both seem like good people. Bobby mentioned of working with George Roy hill such an underrated director who worked across all genres must of been a good time for Bobby
Thanks again Rob! As you know I really enjoy these interviews and this one is right up there with the best of them!
Thanks, Foxy. Bobby is just as nice as he seems. A terrific man.
Great interview Rob….. I still watch Laramie and the Rifleman on Starz western channel….two great acting brothers.
Love seeing/hearing someone so humble and just appreciative of his place in this world. He seems like a great guy and someone that hasn’t gotten caught up in the trappings of success in a business that often puffs up egos.
Great interview, Rob! It was nice to hear Bobby Crawford Jr.
What an awesome guy Robert Crawford Jr is. This was really neat to hear and inspirational.
Thanks, Jack. Couldn't agree more!
I have ridden the Steam Train from Durango to Silverton, CO. I have also driven that 60 miles of 15 mph winding curves hugging the cliff face with no guard rails. It was absolutely white-knuckle, and harrowing.
Always, always, a quality production with outstanding guests and a fabulous host. Bravo!
Great show!👍🏽😀❤️🇺🇸
Glad you enjoyed it, Jeff. Thanks
Great interview
What a great interview and a fabulous outlook on life.He is happy with his life and shows it.
Great interview. As always
Thanks, phil. Glad you enjoyed it
Always good to hear the history and backstory to most of our favorite shows growing up. Thanks for posting great content.
Glad you enjoyed it, wingman. thanks
A great interview with an inspiration.
I was a fencer at Arcadia High School in Scottsdale, the only left handed fencer on the team. I had to reverse my moves. It gave everyone else a chance to practice against a leftiy.
We'll have to set you up for a competition, Karin. Thanks.
All new to me. Thank you!
You are so welcome, Jamie. Thanks.
very nice - thanks for the video :)
it's a shame they decided to "let him go" - season one seems, to me personally, to be the best, seasons 2 through 4 have a different vibe without "andy" & "jonesy" :)
amazing he's been married 50 years and has 6 children and 3 grandkids - and the movies he was involved with are some of the very best ever - and the people he worked with - just WOW! :)
thanks!
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Yep, jim. It's almost like two separate series. Bobby sure had a pretty amazing career.
Great!
Bravo in LARAMI
Been away for a while, Rob, and playing at catch up. Another tremendous video, Rob. I always loved Laramie, especially the black & white years. Robert has had a tremendous career with Butch Cassidy, and other films. Great fencing story and Robert has such a great outlook on life, one that we all could learn from. “ Happy Horses**t”; I love it ! Thank you for such a great video, Rob; take care, amigo.
Thanks, ronin. Robert’s career is often overshadowed by his brother’s and it was nice to hear about it.
As a kid when Laramie came out ,I loved Robert in that part. It wasn’t the same when they replaced him with the sappy ,cutesy replacement . I didn’t watch it every week after Robert left.
Me gustó el capítulo del zorro el pozo de la muerte muy bueno
Perfect ending with the "happy horseshit" comment. ;-)
Die Serien damals waren super😊hab von laramie alle 4 Staffeln komplett.und von rifleman auch alle Staffeln komplett.😊
Enjoyed this. Except for the difference in the mic levels. Mr Crawford's mic was rather low.
It was a real fight in post to boost it as much as possible without distorting the audio. RJ worked and worked to get it to this level.
Did Hogei Carmichael get let go from the tv show Laramie the same time as Bobby Crawford ?
Hi, Hank. I heard that Hoagy left because the hours for doing a series are very very long and he could make more money performing in clubs and recording. The camera sure like him, though.
I loved the character that Hoagy Carmichael played in Laramie! We are so blessed nowadays that we can watch those episodes all day long if we want!🥰
Hoagie Carmichael and Robert Crawford, jr. we’re such a pleasure to watch. I always wondered why they let Robert Crawford, go. He fit so well, with Slim and Jess. I love too watch, Laramie on Grit.
Laramie question.
Does anyone know the reason the character, Slim Sherman, wore the shirt with the stitching on the shoulders and sleeves? Was the stitching simply decorative?
Decorative, Linda. Keeping Slim stylish.
Robert Fuller said he can't play Slim because he's not slim and they said "no no" and.....? He didn't play Slim but John Smith wasn't slim either. That said, Robert Fuller played the right role. Jess Harper, Brett Maverick, and Bart Maverick were my favorite "cowboys" when I was a little boy.
My only complaint is this is much too brief. I could listen to this guy for hoursw.
I thought 😂 he was the same kid from the rifleman. Did not know he had a brother. Just thought he was a extremely busy kid!
We strive to entertain and educate people, Mac.
@@AWordonWesterns Thanks. Appreciate it. I'm 40 and haven't gotten into tv westerns as much as I have with Laramie. I knew of the rifleman, Bonza, etc. Then I started to see Laramie on Grit tv in 2016 I believe and was blown away by the score, production, acting, writing, direction, cinematography, characterizations, the tone, themes pretty much everything but some of the stock footage in some episodes. It made an impression and I've been through the complete series a couple of times now. This word on westerns really gave me the insight to the show. A terrific companion piece for the series. So thanks guys. I really hold this show in high regard. It's consistently good. Up there with Nypd Blue, The Wire and any other great character and ensemble shows.
Does anyone know why the 1st episode of Laramie was in color but then the season 1 & 2 episodes are in black and white before going back to color for seasons 3 &4? 😅
Mai, Dennis Holmes just texted me his thoughts: “The answer in Hollywood is almost always money.” He’s probably correct. I think the pilot was filmed in color so that, if the series didn’t sell, they might be able to add more running time and sell it internationally as a short feature.
@@AWordonWesterns Ok, cool. I always wondered what was the reason for the sudden shift. It's still a great show in black and white or color.
Thanks for the info. 😉
Rob, you need a new mic 😮
It wasn't the mic, Tim. But, it was a real fight in post to boost Bobby as much as possible without distorting the audio. RJ worked and worked to get it to this level.
@@AWordonWesterns man that was hard to watch. But I still loved it
Was he kind to Johnny Crawford?
Very much so, Linda.