I just wanted to take a few seconds to talk about Dudley. As a child of the 70’s, I was familiar, albeit vaguely with his work with Peter Cooke, however come 1979, for some reason, I remember my Dad getting rather excited about the film 10! In hindsight, that might not have been so much about Dudley as his co star. However, a couple of years later, I saw the film Arthur, falling in love with three amazing actors and a beautiful song. I’m not here to talk about that though, but to tell you about the amazing privilege I had at that time. My Grandma lived next door to Dudley’s cousin in a humble street in Harold Wood. It was I believe, her 50th birthday. At the height of his success, Dudley flew to the UK to attend her birthday in her little semi. I was lucky enough to be invited, on the condition I filmed the whole thing. I was tasked with this, as a video camera was not a common thing back then and my family had one. Truth be told, 12 year old me didn’t really believe he would actually come until that knock on the door and there was Dudley Moore standing at the threshold of a little semi in Harold Wood. I was totally star struck saying nothing, just doing my duty filming as the poor man was dragged from person to person at this party and for not one second did he stop smiling despite effectively being mauled by many a person. After about two hours, he asked me if I was interested in film making. It was the first time I’d dare say a word to him. My answer was “No, I want to be a pilot” he just replied, “great answer….do you know anywhere we can get away for a bit?” I told him my Nan lived next door and the house was empty. He said, “let’s go there then and watch what you’ve filmed.” It is still surreal to this day as a 50 year old to think we then strolled next door, he sat down in my Grandad’s chair and we sat for an hour speeding through my footage. It was so adorable that he kept saying “stop there” and having hysterics at some stupid moment of someone doing something silly. I can tell you, that laugh was genuine. What I’m trying to say with the above, is that at the absolute height of any performers career…Hollywood star, he was genuinely, the most humble caring, kind person you could ever wish to meet. With this, we returned to his cousins party and after another hour or so, he said his goodbyes, as did I and sadly for the one and only time. I was privileged to meet him in person and I take pleasure in sharing his talent and indeed this era with my son.
Dudley used a have a restaurant in Venice Beach in the 80's that was terrific. Sometimes he'd come in and play the piano or walk around and talk to folks. He was such a lovely and charming gentleman and since I was a decent looking "bird"in those days I was lucky enough to have drinks with him on occasion, such great fun and happy memories.
I remember my dad sitting in “his chair” Laughing when he watched the Johnny Carson show late at night. It was the most comforting feeling in the world. My dad fought in World War II on a destroyer, he didn’t laugh much but when he did it was wonderful. I love Johnny Carson for that.
I grew up with the Beatles listen to all 4 of them in interveiws OK Dudley could fit right in as a 5th in those times AM I RIGHT think this is so great
Am I a weirdo for giving this Piano performance a standing ovation, 19 years AFTER Dudley Moore died??? One of the most underappreciated actors in history, Dudley Moore personified the meaning of Talent. Funny, Charismatic, and had a penchant for perfect timing. Seems like yesterday that He passed away. Rest in peace, Dear Dudley.
@@AhPhoey thanks Bro. Appreciate your honesty. May I say that you are an opinionated mommas Boy??? Did I overstep my boundries? Thats ok, because it seems to me that you don't have any boundries either. Sorry for trying to be funny. Next time a comment bothers you, keep your opinions to yourself .
@@brianbarnes7774 Goodness. Don't ask a question if you don't want an answer. Or let everyone know what answer you want to see. Mommas boy? I think you're projecting.
@@AhPhoey Yeah you definetely triggered him. You'd think you had insulted his mother with the response he gave... I think it speaks to the negative connotations he attaches to the word "weirdo". I don't see how it's a bad thing but here we are...
Brian, you ask out loud on a public forum, then become a little bitch when you get an answer. If you truly engaged in that behavior, you have issues "bro" and need help
After reading through most of the comments here, aren't we lucky to have lived through and experienced the brilliance and talents of these two gentlemen? I hear a resounding YES ! RIP Mr Carson and Mr Moore, and thank you for the memories.
How Dudley Moore goes from humor and acting intoxicated to spitting out a most beautiful piece of music that he composed is a true testament to his artistic abilities, for me still one of the funniest actors in Hollywood history, he died too young and is sorely missed by many........... RIP. Mr. Dudley.....,....... 🙏🙏🙏Arther and Arther 2 on the Rocks......👍👍
What a different time.. There seems to be no outlet left on tv for a refined and subtle talent like Dudley Moore. What program today would even allow a three minute piano solo?
Moore died on the morning of 27 March 2002 as a result of pneumonia, secondary to immobility caused by the palsy, in Plainfield, New Jersey, at the age of 66. Rena Fruchter was holding his hand when he died; she reported his final words were "I can hear the music all around me."
@@fronts3165 Without wishing to spoil the vibe of the show , while in my capacity as coffin-bearer for my young sibling I CLEARLY heard the Hollies ‘ He Ain’t Heavy , He’s My Brother ‘! A sublime experience !
DM went to Oxford U to study music on an organ scholarship, beating out many hopefuls for certain. In return for a full ride he was tasked with doing all the organ playing for the various chapel services in the week on his college (Sunday service, convocations, choir practice, etc). Just wow!
@@dazboot2966 For sure he’s been entertaining them in the beyond after his gig here on Earth! Theory is that the Supreme Being takes the nice and talented ones first; I’m beginning to believe in that theory. But we have displays of his comedic acting and musical genius here online. I still have yet to see Beyond The Fringe on tube, based on recommendations gleaned from interviews with two deceased Pythons (see, about the theory?) . Heard he also plays the piano in that revue show. Can’t wait to view it.
@@briane5706 Peter Cook & Dudley Moore = Sheer genius. Magic chemistry when they were together, whether as the comedy duo or in a film called Bedazzled.
when Dudley says ‘extraordinary’ it really is a sublimely funny moment that temporarily floors Carson. Wonderful stuff , makes today look third division
@@ginacable5376 thank you Gina, for correction me. I knew that already cause I have seen a video about this condition and Dudley was in it too. I just remembered it wrong at the moment I wrote my comment. Greetings
My husband & I had the pleasure of hearing him play a piano concert in San Diego. After the concert I told my husband, "If I die tonight, I will die a very happy woman." He was very talented.
Was that down in LaJolla by any chance? My dad pointed out a jazz club atop a hotel near LaJolla shores once & told me many incredible jazz musicians used to play there. There was also the Antheneum down there. I saw Anthony Ortega there once.
I always stayed up on school nights to watch Carson's monologue. My father would watch it with me, and it was really the only time it was just the two of us. Miss you, Dad.
I could always tell when Johnny felt out of his element, as here. I think he was a bit intimidated by Dudley, but always self-deprecating, he didn’t try to overtake his guest. Johnny defined class for a generation.
I don't think Johnny was intimidated by him. I think a better way to phrase it would be to say that Johnny had a great deal of respect for Dudley's wit and humor, and it showed that he wanted to be on his A game to keep up. Johnny said the only guest who ever intimidated him was Paul McCartney.
Gen ❌ Great memories as a kid watching with Grandparents on the weekend sleepovers with the cousins while the adults were bonding over alcohol and sedatives, good times.......
Gen ❌ Great memories as a kid watching with Grandparents on the weekend sleepovers with the cousins while the adults were bonding over alcohol and sedatives, good times.......
Gen ❌ Great memories as a kid watching with Grandparents on the weekend sleepovers with the cousins while the adults were bonding over alcohol and sedatives, good times.......
What a loss, accomplished and conquered so much in his lifetime , a true Genius at everything he did , Rest In Peace Dudley and thank you for always putting a smile on my face , so talented!
@@240Sealab No, he wasn't drunk. In fact, he drank very little. In a couple of interviews, he was asked about drinking and he said he drank wine occasionally but that 'spirits' were too much for him.
In 1986 I attended a film fan trip to England with return to the States on the Ship the QEII. Included in the trip a variety of big name Celebrities who were to be present in London, and on return QEII trip. Many didn't show, but Dudley Moore did. He was an absolute delight. He was there with his girlfriend at the time. Wherever there was a piano on the Ship, he'd stop and play. As part of the event a film featuring each actor was shown. For Dudley it was "Arthur" one of my favorite COMEDIES. As fate would have it, we walked into the theater at the same time. I sat behind him during the showing. A moment in time I treasure. He laughed as we all did at the antics of his character Arthur. He had a great time. I managed to get a photo of us as we exited the theater. Sadly, the negative and print were lost in a fire. The wonderful memory remains. I had flirted with the idea of driving to NJ where he was living, and receiving therapy after his diagnosis. People thought he was drunk when symptoms first showed. No, It was the horrific disease destroying his brain. He was quite ill, and I thought better about making making the trip. It was indeed a sad day when he died. As Johnny said, a remarkable talent. Gone way too soon. You were loved ❤️
@@Cosmo-Kramer yes I know but what I meant during this period he mastered his interview and comedic skills from all his longevity. During his last few yrs he took alot of vacation time and seemed to go through motions
I loved going to see Arthur, the movie, at the theater...there may have been an Arthur there, but I DIDN'T know him, but that guy up on the screen was a hoot, a real blast, I think that I went to see it twice, it was such an enjoyable movie experience!!!!!
@@elvicare35 I think he and Liza were two of the most romantic couples I've seen in a movie (also love William Powell & Myrna Loy even more so) --- and as you say --- Arthur was incredible and seeing them together made you root for them all the way through. :-)
When Dudley did piano recitals during TIFF, in about 1992, I attended one, and sent him a fan letter via the Maitre d'. The next day, Dudley phoned me, and we were instantly chatting away like old friends. After half an hour, he timidly asked if I'd like to join him for brunch the next morning, in the restaurant of the host hotel. We spent that morning being very silly, but also discussing some very serious things. I asked him which was more important to him, comedy or music. He said, "If I ever lost my music, it would be the end of everything." A few years later, he was playing the piano, when he realized he'd lost control of one of his pinky fingers. It was the beginning of the Progressive Supranuclear Palsy that would leave him with no control over his body; he couldn't even speak. When he died, he was surrounded by his nearest and dearest, and listening to his soundtrack of "Six Weeks". There's a moment in the theme when the music seems to break free and soar. I like to think that it was then that his soul broke free of its earthly prison.
@@guillermohiramduartegomez8561 This was the movie theme from the movie Six Weeks he was promoting on Johnny Carson Show. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-pu5_IeqGq_Y.html for full theme.
He composed the piece that he plays here, and composed much of the music for most of the films that he acted in, and, besides being an excellent composer, he was one of the greatest pianists of the last century, being extremely accomplished at both Jazz and Classical piano playing. Most people don't know how exceptionally brilliant of a musician he was. He died a very slow and very painful death from a rare incurable disease.
@@kbrdmn2 The film was on Amazon Prime streaming up until recently. They leave so much junk up but take down an amazing film like that. Figures. :( I loved it too because it showed NYC when it was still clean and beautiful, and you saw the Twin Towers, too. It's like a time warp to watch that film today.
Dudley was so cute. Funny conversation! Cute how he got up and added ARTHUR's Steps to go play piano .. and also played 🎹 well! Johnny was great too! 🙌😄
Oh yes, yes! Thank you for the wonderful reminder. My dad was also a huge Carson fan....I am proud to say that he is almost 90 years old & he still has quite a few chuckles left in him!
The best late night talk show ever. I can’t believe he’s gone. I would look forward all day to watching Johnny at night. The best days of my life being young, happy and enjoying the late great Johnny Carson. Rest In Peace king of television! I salute you!
Diminutive Dudley but dynamic in every way ! A man so humble ,so humorous and very sadly missed. Some of us pass unnoticed , some with sorrow, but Dudley was cruelly taken from us . I miss you Dudley even after 19 years. And your Derek and Clive sketches were outrageous! !!
Dudley Moore was a talented and funny guy. He left this world far too early IMHO. A very sad end to his life. He couldn't even play a note on the piano, towards the end of his life. The illness robbed him of his talent. Appreciate what you have right now because there is no guarantee, it will be there tomorrow. RIP Dudley.
It's like my Dad getting advanced degrees in engineering physics and helping man get to the moon in 1969 - but died from Alzheimer's and didn't even know his family at the end.
The one thing I always remember about the brilliant, supremely talented Dudley Moore was how irreverently funny and witty he was, until he sat down at the piano, and then he was totally, seriously focused on his music. A lovely, charming man.
I have so many memories like this, from my childhood. What happened to us... where did we go wrong? I was born into a fascinating world, full of interesting people. Now, I live in a world filled with total morons.
What an incredible talent Dudley Moore was. And Johnny was the best talk show host. I am glad I am old enough to have seen him live. These clips are fantastic.
yea i cant agree more about everything u said... especially abt johnny being the best talk show host ever. he was always interested in his guests and did his research... he treaded lightly and respected his guests as people first.
Dudley Moore, the comic star of Arthur and 10, died in his New Jersey home in March 2002 after a long struggle with a degenerative disease. He was 66. Moore had been battling progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare and incurable brain disorder similar to Parkinson's disease. Rest in Peace 🍃🕊🍃
Thanks for all the details...Wonder if he had ever been given growth hormones because there were contaminated batches that caused pyphoria/liquification of brain cells.
He is buried here in Scotch Plains NJ which is next door to Plainfield where he lived. Apparently he was here in order to be close to his physical therapy office, I think Kessler Therapy. I was surprised that his grave site is so close to where I live.
My father has the same disease. It is devastating. He is a Vietnam Vet and was exposed to Agent Orange. I think it may be the culprit since it is known to cause Parkinson's.
It’s amazing how gracious Dudley was with Johnny during that weird interview. Focused on his womanizing and being short and DM just breezed through it and finished with a bang.
That solo was lovely.. All that sex talk and innuendo was triggering some old memories of how men referred to women, ie; broads, skirts, birds, crumpets. Years ago, I also thought that was okay. Sad.
I remember seeing this as a kid in 1982. It was shortly after the movies '10' and 'Arthur'. Dudley was at the peak of his powers. He was the king of Hollywood when that used to mean something. It wouldn't last long. Sadly, a string of subpar films would diminish his light. But for a moment in 1982 he was the man, and this interview is like a flashbulb which blinds you temporarily, until you regain your senses, remembering what used to be.
@@ignorecorporatenews No, Quint pretty much hit it on the head. Dudley had a meteoric rise (faster than anyone Johnny could remember) to stardom in the late '70s, and after residing on that highest celebrity stratosphere for a few pictures and a few years, he fell off and disappeared from the limelight, never to regain his one-time fame and box office power. You should listen to Quint--he knows the score.
I'll always think of his movies "Arthur" and "10" as a kid. If you youngins haven't seen these i highly recommend. They are both comedies and very well done.
I remember when I lived with my dad for about four months in the ninth grade and every night during the week I’d be trying to fall asleep for high school the next day and I could just hear my dad busting up laughing in the living room to the Johnny Carson show
I luv seeing other people who so enjoy Foul Play !! You and I have GREAT taste ! With Goldie around he couldn’t score, even in the Free Love era !! 🐰 Blessings from California.
I met Dudley back in about 1977 when he came here to Australia. Dudley was not a real film star back then. We interviewed him and he was wonderful. We were part of a room of journalists who quite frankly Dudley made a jerks of because they thought somehow they were smarter. We came as part of our Jazz program and Dudley was great. He answered our questions about his musical career and it was the most delightful to chat with him. It seems his end was pretty sad and unjust for such a nice person.
One of my favourite memories of Dud, outside of BtF or Pete & Dud or Derek & Clive or his movies comes from a documentary made shortly before his motor neurone disease took him away. When he was studying music at Oxford, one of his assessments was to write a piece for string quartet, all theory, no piano. As such, he had never heard it. At the end of the program, he was led out of his beachside house to hear a string quartet playing it for him. It brought tears to his eyes, and doubtless most people who watched Dud hearing his composition for the first time.
Dudley your gifts of music, humor, and understated humility are missed by generations. My mom relished you as we shared your unique way on TV and stage alike. May the angels smile with you for eternity.
Carson wasn't the only reason the Tonight Show had a lot of staying power. Well-chosen guests were a large part of the appeal. Dudley Moore was one who always delivered something worthwhile.
I used to love this show around Christmas time with the background mural of of snow and dear. The best part of it was the sweet and humble home with the lights on. Just lovely 😊
Amen to that. He was the consummate professional. And it was truly great to watch when he had Rodney Dangerfield on. Those two were perfect together!!!!!!!!! 👍
Johnny was an institution. A most respectful person whose humour was always about situations and rarely at someone else’s expense unlike most talkshow hosts or comedians these days. This is why he stands alone in the talk show genre. I watched him every night for the 11 years I lived in North America.