Burt Reynolds On ‘The Last Movie Star’ And The True Love Of His Life | TODAY
He’s appeared in nearly 100 films and was Hollywood’s top box office star for years. Now Burt Reynolds plays an aging actor traveling to Nashville in “The Last Movie Star.” The actor tells TODAY’s Hoda Kotb that of the many women in his life, Sally Field comes first - and that in the story of his life, he would want George Clooney to play him.
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Burt Reynolds On ‘The Last Movie Star’ And The True Love Of His Life | TODAY
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Burt Reynolds had it all, good looks, personality, charisma, great screen presence, he was quite unique.
@dragonfly6908
5 жыл бұрын
@Harry Beaverz Surely it can't be that hard to write nice comments about people who have passed away, or is it?
As bad as his health was, he still had his sense of humor and sharp mind.
For all the idiots who think he's washed up ... Burt came to Massachusetts to a convention last year. He was signing autographs I stood in a line that took 2 hours to reach him. He was gracious and exactly like I thought he'd be. He will always be "The Bandit" A legend in his own time
@NZ_Man
4 жыл бұрын
Gotta love him, 100% irreplaceable
@DippyHippie
3 жыл бұрын
He was, is & always be.....beautiful!💙
@DEB781
2 жыл бұрын
He had a great sense of humor
@ccdogpark
Жыл бұрын
Well he's definitely washed up now, genius.
@scottybroker
Жыл бұрын
Why???????
When he kissed her hand I burst into tears...was such a great classy guy...May You Rest in Peace Mr. Reynolds
Six months later he was gone. A true legend. RIP
Aging aint for wimps! Burt was such a good-looking man in his younger days, fit, healthy, and handsome. One thing he never lost was his great sense of humour. An excellent actor who wont ever be forgotten
Legends never die. RIP Burt.
@mikaisme.3yearsago101
3 жыл бұрын
Sebastian Elytron 😢
@roxannerichman3434
3 жыл бұрын
Certainly tough seeing like that. Sad.
@mattlu5493
Жыл бұрын
We all die
R.I.P Burt Reynolds, unforgetable ...
@BangkokJackk
5 жыл бұрын
RIP,Sir!
@ChrisAlphaCyberstar
5 жыл бұрын
yeah you say it, indeed, Burt Reynolds was a Sir ...
He lived a life very few could only dream of. The 50's 60's 70's 80's 90's even the 2000's.
So sorry that he has left us. Not many actors are both brilliant on screen, AND totally genuine off screen. Such a classy man.
@nancyjones9925
Жыл бұрын
Him n Kenny Rogers!
Dude has a brilliant sense of humor
@Ms_Chrys
5 жыл бұрын
He has always had a great wit....though I truly think his humor more borne of sadness/loneliness. I really wish he and Sally had refound one another later in life.
The Man is a true legend. Funny, talented, great actor, and handsome . My favorite image is the way he laughed in Smokey and The Bandit.
Burton Leon Reynolds Jr., February 11, 1936 - September 6, 2018. Rest In Peace 🏈 🎥
Give the man a break. He's in his 80s i believe.... but his movies and career are legendary. He'll always be the bandit. You're the man Mr. Reynolds.
@michaeljohnnyringo3907
2 жыл бұрын
He was sick or something. Martha Stewart is 84 and looks way better...
RIP Burt. I had the pleasure my family and I meeting him in person back in the 90s. What a gentleman and all around nice guy. You will be missed!
Respect for this legend. Talented, handsome, humorous. Burt's the man!
She did a great job interviewing him. She was sweet and respectful. Some older people sometimes don't care what they say and it could have gone badly.
"The Last Movie Star" is such a touching film, and Burt is incredible in it.
Can't believe he's gone. Rip Burt.
@nicolaushess8816
4 жыл бұрын
Always when a movie with him available in the german tv I had a very close connection with the tv set, wunderfull actor, miss him.
Great actor, athlete, multitalented man. RIP Mr. Reynolds.
He was always an absolute class act - a true legend. RIP
True Legend. Sad to see age take its toll on him. But it happens to everybody if you are around long enough. Glad we had Burt for as long as we did. RIP
@petersmithyy4556
Жыл бұрын
In his case, I don't think it was just age. He was also very sick. I think that if he didn't have his sickness, he would look a lot better than he does here.
He’s a legend in my book ! Hate to see us get old .
I was such a big fan of Burt Reynolds... watch him in Deliverance or Boogie Nights..This man was talented, funny, charming and an excellent actor...you meant a lot to so many of your fans. RIP Burt.
@Kazilikaya
2 жыл бұрын
He was not underrated. He was a legend and still is.
Always a great actor and will be missed and remembered for the laughter he brought to others.
When you see sally field and Burt Reynolds in Smokey and the bandit you can see that Burt and sally definitely have a connection. It’s amazing to watch and very joyful to see how they relate to each other with such eaze
the coolest guy ever!!! I'll cry everytime I watch his movies now
Rest in Peace, Burt Reynolds. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. You will be missed and never forgotten. ♥️🙏♥️
He was one of the best actors ever! Rest in peace Burt
Glad Burt gets this role and some attention. He's had his share of real hardships in the later years of his life.
Rest In Peace Burt, what a legend
He will always have a special place in our 💗
He should WIN the OSCAR for this very touching and excellent story, really about his own life ! ..Classic exit as this was his last performance and he never won an OSCAR and he Deserves it for this great, yet sad role ! A+ movie ! Rest now Burt and Thank you for the memories sir !
My childhood hero Mr Burt Reynolds R.I.P
Always good to see the legendary Burt Reynolds. Fan since 1979.
@bonanzatime
6 жыл бұрын
just curious, what did he do in 79' ? or uh what did he do before 79' that wasn't good enough for ya? He did his best work before 79'. nothing much after.
@richardherzog5405
6 жыл бұрын
bonanzatime WRONG
@sammysam6210
6 жыл бұрын
since 68
@AthosRespecter
5 жыл бұрын
He died
@ccdogpark
Жыл бұрын
Ariel Winters' wardrobe in this movie was ridiculous. Whoever thought putting her in that pair of shorts for the entire movie was a good idea, should be horsewhipped. WRZ 2022-08-19
Burt is a legend !!!! I loved Smokey and the Bandit. 😎
He had ill health fir quite some time. He lived a long life. Rest in peace Burt.
@Jameslopez5682
Жыл бұрын
Hello Patricia how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
I always admired Burt Reynolds he's gorgeous
There's no other actor like this man. The Johnny Unitas, Johnny Cash, Babe Ruth, John Wayne, and the Richard Petty of this decade of acting. You will be missed Mr Reynolds. Ride on in the heavens.
RIP Burt Reynolds!! A true legend!! Gone but never forgotten!
This man is a legend. He was my childhood hero bar none. Smokey and the Bandit made a huge and lasting impression on me when I was 7 in 1977. I hope this new film does him some justice and it’s not a thrown together borefest. He deserves better and hopefully he got it. Can’t wait to see it.
Burt is one of the great ones. Right up there with Bronson, Wayne, and Eastwood. Two of my favorite films of his: Sharkey's Machine and Deliverance. Smokey and all the others were great too.
To this day I still know every line from Smokey and the Bandit, R.I.P Burt and thanks for making my childhood so much better. Us Scots are hard people but I admit that I shed a few tears when I heard the news, Legends never die and you live on in many of our hearts...
Almost six months later he died 😔 😢 what a tragedy burt was more than a legend in Hollywood RIP burt
Wow, sad to hear about His passing, May he rest in peace
Burt sadly passed away today (6th September 2018), aged 82. He is at peace now. 👍
@radeonms7732
5 жыл бұрын
Larry Wyse how do you know he at peace now? Are you mad?
@johnlamphier9812
5 жыл бұрын
RadeonMs77. How do you know he isn't. .....sounds like you're hoping he's not
@fancyalexander
5 жыл бұрын
Larry Wyse today!!!!
@radeonms7732
5 жыл бұрын
John Lamphier what I hope or not is not important. Only God know it..
@jimmysapien9961
5 жыл бұрын
Please stop 🛑 you know what he meant - bully
God be with you and your family Burt rip
The bandit will live forever RIP BURT 🙏♥️😍✝️
A legend, I still love watching his movies. I believe Sally is and will always be the love of his life. 😘
R.I.P. Burt Reynolds!
sounds sad he did not have his fathers support but that did not stop him...Burt one of the great actors R.I.P
Guy is 82 and a total legend with actual “HIT” movies yet people here rip him, such kindness.
RIP Burt Reynolds. I true icon.
A man's man. They don't make them like that anymore! RIP
Legend! You'll never been forgotten Burt. You'll live in our heart's and memories!
3:42 that smile that pause when he is reminded of Sally makes my heart melt. I have never been anyone's 3:42 smile and pause.
@Jameslopez5682
Жыл бұрын
Hello Ann how are you doing hope you’re having a great time with your family may God bless you and your family
Rest in peace Burt, you're one of the coolest guys in Hollywood ! You will be missed !
DEFINITELY ONE OF THE ALL TIME GREATS A TRUE LEGEND
Thanks for the memories Burt Reynolds, your legacy will last a lifetime. #RestInParadise #RestOnBandit
Just watched Burt in this and enjoyed his performance. Hey getting older is hard if you are fortunate enough to get there.
He and Sally we ADORABLE together!!
You still got it Burt..
@bonanzatime
6 жыл бұрын
Ole Burt the Squirt Reynolds Wrap
@davidlape6273
6 жыл бұрын
ron m Always.👍
Good man. And great actor. He looks great for his age. Lets see what all you like when you're his age. Leave him alone!!!!!!!
@Squirrel36
6 жыл бұрын
@ Alan Bellaro: You go, Alan!
@leannesmith5818
3 жыл бұрын
He seemed sad though
I loved Burt. He has such a fun personality and full of life.
We Love You, Burt. Always Have, Always Will. Rest In Peace.
RIP you legend your spirit will forever go on
That was lovely. R.I.P. Burt Reynolds
RIP A LEGEND
Saw Burt at WrestleMania 10 at MSG in NYC. Will miss him. ✝️
Getting old is not for sissies , loved your movies , Burt . I will sure check out this one :)
RIP Burt Reynolds god bless, a true legend.
Wow! 100 films. Bless his heart. Rest in peace now 🙏🏻
"So proud of you for not having your lips enlarged." Burt was a legend in the 70s and 80s for his comedic approach. Watched his movies with my dad and loved all of them. RIP Burt Reynolds.
Knew he was going to say “ Sally”... you could see it in his eyes whenever he spoke of her.
@leannesmith5818
3 жыл бұрын
Well she is lovely, who doesn't love gidget
@Melinda8162
2 жыл бұрын
I have heard it was her, BUT, I thought there was a time it was Dinah Shore!? Guess he changed his mind.
Him swimming back to the beach in "The End" is one of the funniest things I have ever seen.
Awwww!!always love Mr.Reynolds he is such a legend...love the glasses..he's still handsome as always #woooof
@richardherzog5405
6 жыл бұрын
Cheryl Young He's in his 80s MORON .
RIP Burt,. You'll be missed.
What a world 😢it is sad to hear a father didn't show affection to such a great human being and talent ❤
I loved Burt's last film, 'The Last Movie Star'. His role is so close to heart and so real, one can't help getting choked up in the scene where he visits his ex wife in the nursing home. In my opinion, this is one of the finest roles he's ever played, and the most realistic. I knew him personally. He was a great human being. He was generous and kind. I'm proud to have worked with him on some local projects. I miss him.
It’s a shock, it seemed like he’d never grow old, I am sad.
He was brilliant in Deliverance , The Mean Machine and excellent in Hustle. Missed but not forgotten.
Oh Burt. You are one of a kind !
He was a shell of his former self physically here, but still had that presence and sense of humor.
RIP to a true Hollywood Legend, Burt Reynolds.
What a fun interview...and Burt was still witty and sharp close to the end of his life, may he rest in peace. Kind of choked me up when he said that Sally Field was the love of his life. Joe DiMaggio's was Marilyn ...and Burt's was Sally. Despite all that happens in a relationship, when it is that 'soul mate' kind of love, it never dies. God bless your soul Burt
Leave the guy alone let him live his remaining years in peace he's 82 years old FFS
You are truly one of a kind, thank you for bringing light in my life through your movies! You are truly amazing.
RIP. Hes an actor - its weird when actors die and everyone carries on like they actually knew the person .
Burt Reynolds, you'll be terribly missed. I'm sure you're in heaven with all your best friends, having a blast. You lived a full life that 99% of most men will never get too.
R.I.P man. The world has lost a true legend
My wife, son and I met Burt for signings and photo ops at Chicago Wizard World 2015. He was great and hit on my wife lol. The man.
@AcesHighStudios
6 жыл бұрын
I was at that Wizard World too -- just because Burt was there. When he walked out on stage with his cane, I almost burst into tears. I hate to see my heroes get old. But I sure loved being able to see him, meet him and take a picture with him. I shot video of his entire Q & A.
@AcesHighStudios
6 жыл бұрын
It was covered with his hand. Unfortunately, that cosmopolitan spread cost him the Academy Award for "Deliverance."
@AcesHighStudios
6 жыл бұрын
He hated everything about Boogie Nights, especially the director. After Boogie Nights, the director offered him a major role in his next film, Magnolia. Burt said, "No, thanks."
@beebuzz959
6 жыл бұрын
fox on the run, Hollywood sends out screeners and vote cards, and it's supposed to be anonymous, so who really knows why he didn't win. But if that's the reason, shame on them for it! But it's no longer the 70s, and a lot of new people are involved now, so maybe they have evolved.
@fratellis9356
6 жыл бұрын
Indeed, that is true - but man, was he AWESOME in that role.
There are only a few stars I would love to meet, and Mr Burt Reynolds. is one of them. RIP you will be missed..
A true legend!.with the angles now.
Burt Reynolds, you seem so sad. You are a great actor and man, all the best your way.
He seems to have been genuinely well liked by most people. Possibly the biggest star in the world for a while.
@user-ud9ow5yi7n
Жыл бұрын
Burt became ill and lost a lot of weight, people in the industry thought he had aids virus when the virus was rampant. He couldn't even get his phone calls returned .
You will be missed Burt more than you know. Sleep well brother and God bless.
RIP TODAY... THANK YOU FOR GREAT MOVIES..
RIP Burt - loved Deliverance!!!
Great actor...can't wait to see his new movie!
I love Burt Reynolds! My fave of him is The Bandit! And he was SO right about Sally Field! She was PERFECT for those movies! One of my favorite movies of all time! A LEGEND! You still got it Burt ;)