Patrick Swayze, Wesley Snipes And John Leguizamo Talk 'To Wong Foo' In 1995 | TODAY Originals
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- The cast of "To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar” appeared on TODAY in 1995 for a series of interviews with anchor Bryant Gumbel. Patrick Swayze, Wesley Snipes and John Leguizamo each discussed what it was like getting in drag for the hit film.
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Patrick Swayze, Wesley Snipes And John Leguizamo Talk 'To Wong Foo' In 1995 | TODAY Originals
This is the pinnacle of professionalism and respect for the character. Only men who are secure in their sexuality can pull off this honorable portrayal.
Facts
I could not agree more ❤️
They were spectacular
Exactly !
Period!
The three actors are more secure about their masculinity than the interviewer. You can see the judgement in his face and his smile
That's bryant gumbel interviewing
Bryant Gumble is , I heard, not nicei just wanted to make sure but several of his peers said he projected arrogance sexist attitudes and a chip on his shoulder.
Typical man.
Well, Bryant Gumbel has never been a very good interviewer. I have always found him to be quite condescending.
Amen to that! 💯
One of my favourite childhood movies, did I grow up disturbed ?? NO !! I grew up accepting others for who they are thanks to this great example lol my favourite performances from these three greats. RIP Patrick Swayze.
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thats the best way to be raised. just to not be hateful and learn to be accepting of a person 🙌
There are very few people with unique voices or unique personalities that live pass 60.
Same.
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Love hearing about how they took on the roles and how important it was for them to get it "right". Makes the movie all the more special. RIP Patrick Swayze, you are definitely missed here on Earth.
It still blows my mind that that’s Patrick swayze. I mean it’s bodhi for cryin out loud
John leguizamo really went the full road for this role. 😊❤
It didn't blow your mind the other performances. 😊❤@@rokaanalzeer7148
It's so sweet how Patrick, Wesley, and John embraced the experience and were so sweet and loving in sharing it with us. I think that's part of why the film has stood the test of time to this day, is the warmth and joy they brought to it.
Absolutely, I just watched it again the other night
Nice comment
I see you everywhere Miss Clark, exceptional taste 👌
@@jtarantula3390 Thank you! 💖
It’ll only be a matter of time before the trans activists demand am apology for this movie. Just wait.
Decades ahead of their time, and incredibly brave for the late 90s
Well Priscilla Queen of the Desert paved the way for this film
@@danielhennessey4282 Priscilla feels like the sassy aunt who taught this little baby movie to do her nails, and when she grew up, wanted to be just like Auntie Priscilla.
@@phastinemoon sure except auntie Priscilla was only 1 year old when Julie Newmar was born ha
@@danielhennessey4282 actually they both came out around the same time
@@unexpectedvixen5685 Too Wong was a year later actually
Wesley snipes was the manliest of men and he was even more so after this... so important for men to feel comfortable in their bodies and accepted and do what they want.
Friendship, tolerance, love and trust. We sure need that nowadays.
Yeah I kind of feel guilty that I have not watched this movie
@@fleetadmiralperry5739 It's free on UA-cam now.
What I really appreciate is that these actors realized that these characters aren't caricatures. Patrick's understanding of his character, Wesley's amalgamation of the strong women in his life (I knew what he meant by that jiggle in her walk.) John noting how much work it takes to do drag and perform realistically.
They treated them like people. It's so wonderful. Thank you.
My Dad met Patrick Swayze and Patrick told my dad, he was so use to people saying I loved you in Ghost or Dirty Dancing My dad tells him my girls loved you in To Wong foo it's their favorites. Patrick was so happy to hear that, he loved doing the movie it was a lot of fun and so glad my dad got to tell him that for us! It is still one of my favorite movies to this day!
They all did a great job in the movie, as well as the supporting cast too. It is just really tragic what happened to Patrick. He was, from what I read, a really nice and decent human being and he died way too young! I always laugh whenever I see this movie.
All three did amazing performances but to me, Wesley Snipes blew it out of the ballpark. The way he breathed life into that character, Noxema was phenomenal.
Yes
Noxema reminds me a lot of some modern drag queens I’ve seen on Drag Race, especially Monique Heart. They really did their homework.
Yes Hail Noxema Jackson. Her attitude and style were everything
'Too Wong Foo' is one of those movies that you carry with you forever after seeing it. Just wonderful.
It's free on UA-cam now.
I've seen this movie so many times. It's hilarious.
We play it in the car on road trips lol
Its a classic that everyone should own
Let’s have a say something hat day!
Me too!
See the movie?I listened to the Soundtrack all the time and we all love Body Beautiful.
"Vida works out." 😂😂
Alot. 😭
of😂😂
What impressed me the most about this movie was the fact that my dad and I could watch it and laugh so hard. He was rather stiff in his thoughts and opinions so to share this with him is a memory I’ll cherish forever
The way they talk about their characters.....they are real and a part of them and I love it
"Two Adults. One Child-" Robin Williams. R.I.P Robin Williams and Patrick Swayze.🙏
Two girls, one cup
John Jangle Jingel Heimer Schmitt
I miss Patrick Swayze. He was really one great actor. I loved all his movies. I thought he was one handsome man. That awful "C" word took a great man from us.
This movie to me is the epitome of pride for the LGBTQ people, three straight man who are not afraid to show the art of drag for what it is pure joyful entertainment
Much respect to Wesley Snipes for his role in the movie.
He truly was amazing...the little things he says throughout the movie are so funny...I never noticed those quips before but upon recent viewings I really appreciate his comedy
Patrick and John as well… They were all leading roles.
An interesting piece of trivia: Noxeema wasn't the first drag queen to be portrayed by Wesley Snipes. He actually played another in his Broadway debut.
Love him in this film, that man can strut in heels and is amazing in this roll i loved it
Arguably, Noxema is one of the finest roles Wesley has ever done. He played Noxie as a fully formed person & not a charicature.
The scene when Patrick kicks the door, and Snipe's "how do you like my nails " are my fav scenes from the movie
Yes!
I was so surprised to see such a handsome man turn into such a beautiful woman
Or that they wanted to and really committed to the role
They talk about the characters not as roles they played but as if they were real people they met and became friends with. They made these characters real.
That is very super typical of good actors. Anywhere in theater or screen a good actors going to talk like their character is an individual and not a character. That is how you keep yourself in the character separated. Not all actors will do this. If mine is a method actor they will not do this because the thing that makes a method actor is they become the role. They feel they have to become the role in order to do it well and so even off-camera as long as the set is open they will continue to be that character but somebody that is a good actor but not a method actor will put that separation between themselves and the character put that separation between themselves and the character. That's their way of being able to keep from going over the edge to speak. That's their way of keeping with reality. That's the type of actor I was in my 25 years in theater is I would always separate my character as an individual.
"Look at her running. Like she's running across the border." 🤣😂
LMAOOO 🤣🤣🤣
That is one of the funniest lines ever! My daughters and I still quote it! 🤣
this is one of the most beautiful movies in history i applaud wesley, patrick mostly and funny Chi chi John Leguizamo for having the balls to make this masterpiece yes its a masterpiece
Wesley Snipes Drag Queen by day, Vampire hunter by night.
Yes
The film's theme is still very relevant in today's political climate and society.
There are Female empowerment, Tolerance and acceptance of differences, Accepting of who you are, Solidarity, with a little bit of police brutality and racism thrown in.
Seriously - the scene where Dullard tries to assault Vida feels SO relevant, when so many other movies don’t even bother to show it
Be careful, some moron will yell “woke” at you.
They can’t have any of or tolerate anything you listed.
I will always laugh because in the documentary about Patrick Swayze, Rob Lowe was so upset STILL that he didn't get a part in the movie & he had got dressed in drag, stopping traffic, etc.. RIP, Buddy, you were referred to as an angel in the movie. You truly were one on earth & are in heaven
Wow! Rob Lowe made up to look like a woman?! I imagine him looking like Kristen Alphonso from “Days of Our Lives”.
Both men are so so soooo beautiful
Rob would've made a gorgeous Drag Queen too ❤
Patrick Swayze (RIP) who I've found so handsome since I was a kid, looks quite gorgeous in drag. He gives me Scarlet Envy with that look @ 1:25.
I had a crush on him as a kid. Still a fan as an adult and sad when he passed. Yes, he was good looking, but there was something else about him
They were all wonderful, but I adored Miss Vida...so elegant and gentle.
Patrick Swayze is what men should aspire to be. Such a beautiful soul.
Westly Snipes makes a brutal looking woman, but he slayed at playing "Noxeema."
If I recall correctly one of his first acting roles was on stage as a woman!
This movie has so much heart & such a great message without being preachy...I watch it regularly it never gets old for me...I miss Patrick Swayze so much ❤
I met an AA prof at a university once. She was a former dance student of patsy swayze, patrick's mum. She said that at the time, in Houston, patsy's dance studio was one of the only ones to admit African American students. I always remember that. And have looked at the swayze family more favourably, as a result. God bless the swayze family.
Also, I just love to wong foo. When they give the town's ladies makeovers. When stockard Channing leaves her abusive husband. The interracial relationship. The baby Bobbies. When chi chi graduated from a drag princess😥😢 such a great film.
That I didn't know, but that is so cool! 😀 ☺️😎
5:48 I feel like that was Auntie Noxy seeping through Mr. Snipes himself, as is just naturally beautiful.
RIP Patrick Swayze. This is one of my favorite movies. These three men were the perfect combinataion. Fabulous acting by them and the entire cast.
I still can't get over the fact that Wesley Snipe was in this movie and he worked out for To Wong Foo more than he did for Blade LOL🤣🤣🤣 And I ADORE how much these men honored the feminine power and the charisma of women! I've never thought that I'll grow up to be a strong, proud woman thanks to 3 big ol' men😅
To think this movie was so before it's time and still so accepted. I love this movie and these guy's.
Still remember my mum and me renting this when it came out, and I still love it today. I thought they all did a great job but the revelation for me was Wesley Snipes. Noxema Jackson, you are a true Queen!
I missed Patrick too. I love this movie.
So much respect for these 3 actors for taking these roles so seriously.
How awesome I had an opportunity to sing on this fabulous soundtrack!!! Truly a blessing to be an everlasting part of something filled with so much love and life .The magic of its colorful timeless essence still pumps out its beautiful hearbeat today. R.I.P. Patrick Swayze. You were a gift to the earth 💛
@Cleeff Jean-Pierre Hey....Do What You Wanna Do 🤗
When straight men r non problematic this movie was epic
Woah. The way they all talk about their characters is awesome!! #Respect
Buddy your likes will never be seen again. Over the years I have seen most of your films but this one is one of my favourites. Laughter and tears. I thank you. X
This was my favorite movie as a child (This, Pretty Woman, The Little Mermaid, and Aladdin were on heavy rotation when I was a kid, lol) My uncle's ex wife always tells stories about how I used to make her sit and watch this with me.
I loved every moment, but the end when Chi-Chi comes full circle and Girls just Wanna Have Fun starts playing is JUST EVERYTHING
@@slappyburrito9481 me too! I often have to pull up my 80s playlist, but I substitute the original version of Girls just want to have fun for this soundtrack's version.
STILL IN LOVE WITH THIS FLICK.
Who’s here after having watched this in 2024! For like the 57585859 time. I love to wong foo.
Amazing performances from the leads. Let’s also not forget the brief but perfect performance by the wonderful Robin.
Love the film!
I wish they had let Wesley Snipes talk more. He is so articulate and I could listen to him for hours.
I saw this movie as a kid and didn’t understand it. I watched it the other night as an adult, and fell in love all over again. Phenomenal job.
I love this film, it's touching, sweet and a little outrageous. These 3 did an outstanding job. 👏🏻
John Leguizamo didn't need that assigned drag queen coach to teach him anything lol when one of his own on stage characters he did couple years before this movie, Manny The Fanny, was basically the prototype of Chi Chi lol
And so underused as an actor. Always seems to be the support rather than the actual lead. I understand you struck my son. Yes sir, I did. May I ask why? Well sir he stole John Wicks car and killed his dog. Oh....
he's an amazing actor too. I love him.
Exactly
In Manny The Fanny he pretty much had the voice down but you can tell that coach really did a good job teaching him the details and subtleties.
Manny is totally different though, but definitely helped him to nail the character's rebellious spirit.
This film is sooo important now! Now, more than ever, this film displays the respect for difference that our society needs, and must return to.
I'd love to know who their Dragmothers were.
Am I alone in forgetting mr snipes played this role he was fab.
I NEVER saw a smidgen of these fine men watching this movie.
Now, that is pure dedication and artistry! 💙💙💙
One of my go-to feel-good movies ever.
They were sooooo good in this movie. You can tell their characters are in them? Still with them? A real person to them...like a cross between when you quote someone and do an impression of them to repeat the quote -and a split personality. Awesome!
RIP Patrick. You were well loved. We will miss you forever. {Posted on 4/19/2021}
I watched this movie with my family bin the drive-in when it was new. My mom and dad taught bus to respect and love people. We didn't understand the gravitas of this movie at the time but it's still one of our favorite family movies to watch.
So much respect for these actors... Hollywood wasn't ready for them
What you do you mean not ready for them? Wesley Snipes and Patrick Swayze were huge A-List actors in the 80s and 90s and John L was popular in the 90s and still working now.
This is the most beautiful comment section. I was literally brought to tears xx
This shows how good these actors are. I bought every line and scene. It was so real.
LOVE this movie and the actors! RIP Patrick ❤️
It's amazing how earnest and compassionately they're speaking of their characters. It's actually warming the heart.
No sé cuántas veces vi esta película. Es adorable, y Patrick Swayze es inovidable, como actor y como persona.
this movie shaped me as a child , the message is really strong and its just takes me back to a simpler time in life ❤️
the characters are amazing....i love how they can still be on the top of their moral ground as humans despite being different.
True. Some are different but so immoral. I love this movie. I remember watching this on tv before and me and my sisters still cannot forget "do you like my nails?" hahah
I wish I can watch it again but could not find it anywhere.
I miss him. Such a wonderful gift to film.
I was in Nebraska when this was filmed and got to visit the movie set!
Say wat?
How often do you see this much heart and care about others in a movie, whatever and whoever the leads are playing? Absolutely wonderful film.
Such a hilarious and beautiful movie. I only just watched the movie last night, and I can’t stop thinking about it. The dialogue alone sent me over the moon several times! Lol. The level of commitment brought to each character provided an enormous amount of depth that leaves the audience entranced. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t see Wesley Snipes. I only saw Noxie, oozing relentless zeal from a posture of strength and control. Her natural, unaffected delivery of “It’s an affront to the very delicacy of my nature” left me speechless. The blend of humor, candor, nostalgia meeting the rare instances of real-world magic and miracles makes “Too Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar” the kind of movie you wish to experience first hand from your side of the screen. How blessed are we that we get to live in that same world?
I LOVE THAT MOVIE
That movie was so right on. That was a time when queens could be queens. They should have won Oscars because they played really, really great convincing performances.
these 3 guys should be inducted into the smithsonian hall of fame for bringing pure magic
Noxzema the day walker.
OMG..... Swayze snapping his fingers and saying "Miss thing". I died.
I'll be honest, when I heard of Patrick Swayze & Wesley Snipes in a movie together, I thought back to their previous films (Passenger 57, Road House, Next of Kin, Boiling Point, etc.), so naturally I expected and hoped for a "Tango & Cash" 2.0 type of thing.
Even though "To Wong Foo" isn't my kind of movie, I give much love and respect to them and John Leguizamo for taking on this kind of role and actually being proud of their work.
RIP Patrick Swayze...a legend that left us too soon.
It would be so great if Wesley and/John would be guest judges on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Also am surprised that RPDR never did a Too Wong Foo challenge. That would be epic.
Rip Patrick,Robin,Chris. This movie is a underrated gem and helped me with a lot in life and honestly it made me appreciate people in my life. Thank you for showing that this movie cam help tremendously.
It’s a classic.... one of my favorite movies
They should have been awarded Oscars, especially John. I mean, what other straight actors could have pulled these roles off so perfectly.
This movie hands down is one of my favorite movies, I would just love to have friends like them; Chichi Rodriguez, Noxema, and Vita were all flaweless! ♥
They all were so completely incredible in this movie. Touching and funny are perfect words to describe this movie.
Added to "Some Like It Hot", the two greatest drag movies EVER! Exceptional men.
It’s a great movie
Fell in love with this film as a kid in the 90’s and will always cherish it. RIP Patrick Swayze.
Such an underrated classic. Hilarious and touching movie with some of the most memorable lines ever. Can’t forget the uncredited surprise cameo from Robin Williams either.
La interpretacion de los 3 es fantastica!!! Amo esta película. Y Vida Bohemia es increible!!! Patrick supo captar la esencia de Vida una drag queen de la realeza.
This is My Favorite LBGTQ Community Movie Because Not Only it’s So Funny But is Also Teach Us About Love Kindness and Respect One Another Regardless If You are Different or Not Happy Pride Month People 🌈💕❤️
This will always be one of my favorite movies ❤️
Amazing performances all around!
After all these years I see Noxema as, not as Wesley Snipes described, but as a strong, devoted, but very guarded person. Only giving trust to a select few. As an adult I now see the fear of being who you are and protecting yourself so much from newcomers.
I love this movie! I have seen it many times. It is so uplifting on many levels and sooo funny. OMG, Wesley Snipes as Noxzema Jackson! So funny!!!!
Patrick Swayze is an absolute GORGEOUS woman!!!
I wanted (still want) all of his outfits he wore in the movie....those outfits were all gorgeous.
As a fan .... i was mesmerized by Patrick .... i thought this man is sooo perfect ... that he is even more perfect as a Woman .... Ms . Vita was absolutely stunning ..... he gave her such poise , elegance , class and such a pure soul ..... Bravo Patrick ..... RIP
The affection in their voices for Vida and Noxzema. And Wesley referring to her as her. Patrick acknowledging that he wasn’t playing a drag queen, he was playing a woman - years before that conversation was to happen in a vaster public sphere. God, I love this movie even more.
I love them! I love the movie, characters, performance, the chemistry was superb! You are missed Patrick!😓💕
I love these Artist so much and have watched EVERYTHING they have ever been in.
It's right up there with The Birdcage. I loved the film, great combination of Actors.
Anybody know when Ron DeSantis' birthday is? This would be an excellent gift for him