I recall meeting Liberace in 1985. He had recently purchased two adjoining condos at the beach in Malibu -- perched just above the crashing waves. I was working for a furniture store in L.A. and we delivered a bunch of furniture for his "guest condo" next door to his personal condo unit. He invited me into his place to talk about the delivery and to sign the receipt. Unlike the opulent decor of his Hollywood Hills home, his Malibu condos were contemporary and subdued. He introduced me to his dogs and that's when I learned what a "Shar-Pei" is. He explained the history of the Shar-Pei breed, that they were bred as guard dogs for royalty in China. He was just as nice in person as he appears in this video!

@MissAshley-jq9gl

5 жыл бұрын

how amazing! what a neat experience.

@lexor521

5 жыл бұрын

The honor huh?

@debyzimmerman6617

5 жыл бұрын

How lucky you were. I would have been in Heaven to have been so lucky!!

@MissAshley-jq9gl

5 жыл бұрын

@@debyzimmerman6617 certainly 😉

@Cwm368

5 жыл бұрын

Wow

When I lived in Las Vegas in 1974, I worked in a custom drapery shop. One of the things I worked on was draperies for Liberace that were identical to the wallpaper so they had to be precisely made. I still have a piece of the fabric!

@joijaxx

5 жыл бұрын

Linda Doggett wow that’s very cool! What does it like ok like?

@dogmommy5432

4 жыл бұрын

That’s incredible! I would treasure that forever. What a cool story!

@christinad4432

4 жыл бұрын

Linda Doggett I love that! See this is why I always read the comments. Thanks for sharing!

@TheLdoggett

4 жыл бұрын

@TheDodicat The three comments above yours is why. Honestly, I don't remember posting it before, but if I did - give me a break. I am old and my life hasn't been all that exciting.

@joeambrose3260

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLdoggett I think that's marvelous darling. Ignore the haters

Liberace was the man who penned the phrase, "I'm laughing all the way to the bank" which was his response to critics. The world will never see another showman and such talent like him. Today he might well have come out of the closet but his sexuality was never in question by his legions of fans who, like myself, considered it was is own private affair. God bless Liberace

@gilltim5711

2 жыл бұрын

You're a good man, Barry.

@jamietingey7498

2 жыл бұрын

Crying, it’s crying all the way to the bank.

@Melissa0774

Жыл бұрын

Sadly, no one will ever get that rich by being an instrumental musician, especially a classical musician, ever again.

@misterrocks3035

Жыл бұрын

Even if everyone knew, that his private life stayed so private is actually a relief compared to today's stars whose whole lives have to be on display, who have to have an opinion on everything including politics, who have to parade their "charitable" works about in a desperate attempt to stay relevant (perhaps it says something about their talent?). KZread has been suggesting Liberace videos, and I can't help but feel the world needs more people who are outgoing, humble, eager to please but also people who don't feel the need to make their private lives a spectacle for the whole world.

he has such a friendly, warm vibe! He makes me smile!

@samspianos

5 жыл бұрын

He made many smile when he entered

@chykim1

5 жыл бұрын

He truly does ❤️

@dogmommy5432

4 жыл бұрын

💕I absolutely love his sweet personality and love for art and dogs. Wasn’t he wonderful? I would of loved to see him on stage.

@joeferguson2606

4 жыл бұрын

light and gay ...thats for sure

@sirquincywashington7584

4 жыл бұрын

Girl or boy bye I can't stand California it ant what you think it is

People can make fun of Liberace for being gay all they want, but I gotta say this was one friendly, charming character. I've never seen someone so happy and outgoing. It just makes you smile. RIP buddy.

@VegasVixen

2 жыл бұрын

Any time I’m depressed , I look up Liberace ... life is not so bad seeing that smile and pc humor . I legit got a degree in textile preservation because I was so impressed with Lee and Elvis’ costumes

@nicholasshade

2 жыл бұрын

I love Liberace. I love that swimming pool. 🎱 His music is really good. I've been listening all day. I listened to Slaughter on 10th Avenue and Feelings.💚

@robd1329

2 жыл бұрын

He was gay..hes not rip.

@nicholasshade

2 жыл бұрын

@@robd1329 he actually is Resting In Peace. He died of from the AIDS virus. STAY WARM. 🔥 Love and light from Gore, Oklahoma.❤💡💛

@robd1329

2 жыл бұрын

@@nicholasshade last i read..homosexuality is against what god created of man and woman

A BEAUTIFUL MAN AND A CLASS ACT. HE IS MISSED.

@lenkasimekova9234

4 жыл бұрын

Watched documentary about him, he had S. E. X. Every day with a different man sometimes 2....it puts me off, by the pool, under the table anywhere, he liked disadvanted young boys...🤢🤮

@breakfastsurreal5650

3 жыл бұрын

@@lenkasimekova9234 it's cute that you spelled it out 😃

@Wildanimal864.

3 жыл бұрын

@@lenkasimekova9234 kzread.info/dash/bejne/homqk5OaZtu-qMY.html

@opaljk4835

3 жыл бұрын

You don’t have to yell

@PatrickFDolan

2 жыл бұрын

@Ahmed N you would think they actually eat dinner with them the way they go on. I remember my friend distraught for months over Kurt Cobain.

He was so sweet,he really loved his fans so much better than anyone we have today. He was so attractive here and had a great personality. He treated his staff very,very well too seen many interviews with them as well and said he was so kind and generous to them all

"I got a little carried away." When speaking of Liberace and HIS style, that was an understatement! 😂🤣

What a thoroughly nice man he was . Who cared about his sexuality . He was kind and humble and a great talent to say the least. My family and I would watch his show on television where he played the piano and delivered some of the best entertainment anyone could ask for . I remember my parents thought he was the greatest pianist they ever heard and saw . My folks adored Liberace . Liberace was also a very good actor . Rest in peace Liberace you are sorely missed .

You can tell he knows his own house inside out, all the details, where he got each piece, the provenance & work involved in each renovation--his aesthetic was over the top but he presents it with just a very humble pride & love for home. He actually reminds me a lot of Dolly Parton--over the top & down to earth at the same time, twinkling eyes & a self-deprecating sense of humour, caring & concerned for others, ambitious & driven to achieve, & over all of it this incredible talent & desire to entertain.

@ManuelGuzman067

5 жыл бұрын

johnnydtractive agree dolly and liberace talented humble and pretty 😂

@jesseheflin4316

5 жыл бұрын

johnnydtractive OMG Dolly Parton?? 🎁🤓

@joijaxx

5 жыл бұрын

Well said!

@johnnydtractive

4 жыл бұрын

@@briannawilliams7370 Don't knock it til you've tried it, sis.

@sharksport01

2 жыл бұрын

Everything he did was over the top including, fortunately, his musical talent.

What a sweet, friendly, happy man.

@marccooper76

4 жыл бұрын

With that much money you would have to actually try really hard to be an unhappy asshole. I'm sure if he were poor then he wouldn't be near as happy

@Dan-nt2yb

4 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to be happy when you’re closeted your whole life and fight tooth and nail to keep it that way. More misery than happiness.😕

@yaserthe1

3 жыл бұрын

He creeps me out

@freddie7145

2 жыл бұрын

@@Dan-nt2yb He might have been closeted his whole life but everybody knew he was gay.

@PatrickFDolan

2 жыл бұрын

@@Dan-nt2yb the whole world knew he was gay and those people made him who he was. You can't be a star without followers.

Bless him.. He just oozed kindness... And sadly loneliness. A lovely and very talented man. Always smiling. R. I. P. Liberace ❤️

@turinggirl6432

3 жыл бұрын

He just seemed like someone just happy that someone came to visit. He’s so sweet. Rest well you kind man.

@ronaldmartin666

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao he oozed alot of others things

@rosemariepowell9717

2 жыл бұрын

He wasn't lonely he had friends who he choose

@tonydagreat3826

2 жыл бұрын

@@ronaldmartin666 you nasty 🤣🤣

@BunkerWise215

2 жыл бұрын

@@ronaldmartin666 I haven't the faintest idea of what your insinuating 💁‍♂️

If Lee couldn't play piano, he would make an excellent real estate agent or interior decorator I loved this house walk through

@PaulLyndeBlue

7 жыл бұрын

leokimvideo oh I agree!

@bobbypaluga4346

6 жыл бұрын

leokimvideo I can certainly agree with you on that, old Hollywood would be in the palm of his hands. On the other side, if anyone shares my taste or lack of it, the cluttered gaudy look would make me crazy.

@veteranpatriot4474

5 жыл бұрын

Bobby Paluga I'm 53 now and new from my childhood that Liberace was Gay. But I always admired him for various reasons. 1) He never tried to force his choice of lifestyle on anyone. 2) To call him " Mr. Showmanship " is the Understatement of the Century. 3) His ability to make everyone feel at ease and give us a look at how he enjoyed collecting things and How he treated and shared his good fortune with his friends truly made him an American Original.

@bobbypaluga4346

5 жыл бұрын

Jason Wayne Whoa Nellie, Lifestyle Choice??? That’s a slap in the puss to a person you seem to admire, he certainly didn’t choose to be a gay man, he fought any talk of his homosexuality even winning a suit against a London newspaper. He played it straight with a tux the candelabra and a grand piano for some time, then he stopped caring, society was changing and he more or less came out, costumes, a series of much younger “lovers”, and his flourishes. He was truly “born that way” and in reality nobody cares.

@veteranpatriot4474

5 жыл бұрын

Bobby Paluga Ohhhhhhh.. No.. Nobody is born a Homosexual. Your Gender and race yes . People love to use that excuse because God Calls Homosexuality an Abomination so they act as if God made them that way so they don't have to feel guilty and are not responsible for their actions . Please try that sad crap for the weak minded. No Doctor, Not 1 credible Doctor has ever and I mean EVER found any cause and effect gene or anything in the Human DNA that gives any credence to someone being. " Born That Way "

Never before and never again will anyone have so much style! Luv yer Lee. R.I.P.x

As he showed his bedroom, I literally looked over at my old mattress with the sag in it and laughed😂

I just want to climb through the screen and never come back!

He seemed to be a sweetheart. Gentle soul and kind hearted. Wish I would have met him in person.

A supremely talented performer & a truly wonderful person, a rare combination RIP

michael douglas nailed it ...aww he seemed like a sweet person and i love his taste in decor

Liberace had some great taste with the finer things in life that's for sure. Mad respect. Proper swag to the max.

@busterbiloxi3833

Ай бұрын

Kitsch.

How could anyone not love this guy!

as a kid I would have mocked him ..but he really seems like a great guy ,consummate entertainer.Seen his Vegas joint . cool to see him show it off .

@amylee4965

4 жыл бұрын

I know and restored now Hurray!!

Lee brought joy and happiness to millions- would any be so fortunate to be able to do that

Liberace - What's not to love.

"And this is the Master Bath.... These are the twin sinks.... they usually call them 'his & hers' but since I'm a bachelor... I use them both myself." Good to know Lib! :D Its so cute that he tells us that :D

@PaulLyndeBlue

7 жыл бұрын

I like to know these things just in case you go to a place where you get to play games like "quiz" or what ever you pick 1 answer out of the 4 given.

@PaulLyndeBlue

7 жыл бұрын

SF Giants Dynasty some reason mine is funnier! but I like logic some times

@wvufreak56

7 жыл бұрын

Liz Blue Yeah....Right.. His & Hers..Not! His & His...Definitely!

@MommaWolf1967

6 жыл бұрын

His and hers is so outdated these days wvufreak56 it's his and his or hers and her Gay marriage is legal in today's society

@atlbrysco6198

5 жыл бұрын

hahahaha you beat me to it by a year, Liz... "bachelor," indeed.... :)

I loved Liberace...he was one of the greatest pianist of our time and the episode he played on batman was just perfect.....RIP my friend

Gorgeous, opulent He paid his bills and hired trades and craftmen to create his wonderful home. His was an excellent investor and philanthropist. He kept his private life private. Liberace was kind and good and generous. An artist with soul and wit. The first campy performer i remember. Seems he introduced the glitter and bling to the general public. RIP darling. I am sorry you suffered.

@Freedom-IXOYE

4 жыл бұрын

Elizabeth Harttley and don’t forget the 16 year old he adopted.

He seems like such a pleasant kind person ❤️

@sibionic

3 жыл бұрын

yeh right!

He was so glamorous and interesting.

Always struck me as a gracious man. Also gave an excellent tour here.

What a Beautiful Man 💪❤️ So talented ⭐ what a Class act. We love you and Miss you and your amazing work ⭐💪🌹 🎹🎹🎹🎹⭐👓 Liberace you R , the Best ☝️♥️

Now this is what a mansion is supposed to look like. The interior decorating is impeccable...Liberace had great style and taste. Rest In Peace and Rest In Power, Dear Liberace. 🍹 🎉

He and Bea Arthur may have had the same stylist.

clearly the man appreciate art. sad that this house were dismantled and the story lost.

@amylee4965

4 жыл бұрын

Not the one in vegas Hurray!!!

@DFelix-ir4qp

4 жыл бұрын

Did the Palm Springs home get demolished?

@bisialade7351

3 жыл бұрын

You mean the Hollywood home was demolished, what's his estate doing to preserve his legacy?

72, long time ago. Liberace was slick, so popular at the time too. RIP.

@MsMesem

5 жыл бұрын

Slick? I call it natural charm.

Without doubt Liberace was a virtuoso. We were blessed to be within his company. Allowing us to view his home whilst alive, and guided in person by himself, was never something he needed to, or had to do, but for those of us intrigued, it was incredibly generous of him. His homes (Las Vegas, Palm Springs, and here in the Hollywood Hills, had mirrors, more than perhaps we would have hung, l hope he genuinely enjoyed his reflection, as he would of been able to catch himself often in them. It would be heartfelt with sadness, if the mirrors re-enforced any negative fears or doubts in his appearance he may have harboured. To me he appeared to be a gentle soul, generous in his thoughts, and wanting to pass through this life.....Remembered. In that, he succeeded.

I love that personality. A funny guy Wishing I could have met the man. RIP 💔

You know it's the 70's when they even carpet the outdoors.

@davidrockefeller2007

2 жыл бұрын

He heated the outside too, holy fuck talking about burning money.

"Twin sinks... they call them 'his' and 'hers' but since I'm a..." I held my breath "...bachelor I use them both myself."

@parisalan1

5 жыл бұрын

Hilarious!

@pianoman551000

5 жыл бұрын

I didn't hold my breath, but I laughed like hell!!

@chykim1

5 жыл бұрын

Lol!!! Right!!!!😂

@Cwm368

4 жыл бұрын

Bachelor in those days meant gay.

@kendallevans4079

4 жыл бұрын

@@Cwm368 Always with a raised eyebrow! I kinda miss those days.

I love his voice, it's so soft & smooth

I think he was fabulous. I mean he oozed talent, was very generous and I don't think a bad word was ever said about him. I just think he was always positive, even when he became ill.

A good human. Genuinely eccentric. I liked when Bugs Bunny did Liberace.

Lee was such a talent, besides his music he had a wonderful personality....went to,his museum in Las Vegas some years ago, they had costumes he wore and som of his cars, a rhinestone piano, an English taxi...he. Would go to the airport in Vegas and just pick people up and drive them home when he was lonely, he had millions of fans of all ages, even my own grandchildren would watch cds of his acts....in one he would fly in and onto the stage, my grandchildren would love to make believe they were playing the piano, and make believe they were playing on the back of my car seat all the way to church on Sunday mornings, I remember his television show back when I was young, my mom loved him, all 6 of us sitting in our living room.

You gotta hand it to the guy. He certainly did things his way.

I admire him he was a great showman. ❤️❤️❤️

I was impressed by the things he knew & talked about, he seemed to be a very smart man & I enjoyed the story about how things came to be, also, the candle holders made of blue glass and he knew what kind of Crystal hung on them and the castle where he bought them... Interesting man, I love learning things, a nice tour but cut short 💙

@PatrickFDolan

2 жыл бұрын

You don't have to be smart to know where you bought something. Do you know where you bought your car at? You must be very intelligent.

@scrateshooter

Жыл бұрын

He supposedly had a photographic memory.

He lived well, and he deserved to, Liberace is a brilliant musician, and you can see his influence in Elton John and Freddie Mercury, and even Elvis! Who wore extravagant clothing on stage in the late 60’s and early 70’s. Liberace wasn’t interested in fads and trends, you can’t ignore a genius like that.

@lfader

3 ай бұрын

Agree they were all in ppl performers -something Lee was over the top but if anybody who surrounded themselves with all this museum richness nobody could appreciate it more or did appreciate it more than Liberace he's like giving a museum tour of his house but he's not at all arrogant or narcissistic about it. Such a talented musician pianist and genuine good-hearted people person ....

I love Liberace! He had such lovely decor. He knew what he wanted and created it. I have to wonder what happed to all his lovely pieces ?

Supremely talented pianist. Loved by his friends and family. Adored by millions of fans. He seemed to be such a lovely soul. Sadly missed. 🌹🎹🌹

@balto4

2 жыл бұрын

Yes he seemed like such a sweet and lovely man

I love him, what a wonderful man, beautiful house

Isn’t it wonderful how Liberace smiles the WHOLE time. He must have loved his life and his lifestyle

He was a natural showman, but above all just a lovely man.

The world is a much sadder and dull place without characters like Lee in it. RIP Mr. Liberace

I know that ones sexuality doesn't always determine how one keeps house, but you prolly faced an ass-whooping if you didn't use a coaster in his place.

@hankaustin7091

6 жыл бұрын

LMAO!!! you know it!!!

@jesseheflin4316

5 жыл бұрын

D Me 😲

@Cwm368

5 жыл бұрын

Lol

@samspianos

4 жыл бұрын

didn't have to use a condom tho

@ABCDEFG-bk9gx

4 жыл бұрын

@@samspianos lol

he seemed like a really nice happy ideal friend and gentleman. That italian tile oh that was lovely! "it turned out to be a room rather than a porch". and a fancy bar and it was more than even a room. Looks like he loved interior decorating!

The clothes, the jewelry and the house. One of the very first fly guys.

He lived his life and didn't care what anyone thought. More power to him.

@Proverbs--tx6yr

2 жыл бұрын

Absolute nonsense and false teaching of this world! We should always care what God and others think about us from an integrity point of view.

@sharksport01

2 жыл бұрын

He definitely did care what people thought, he lied about his life until the bitter end.

@billhosko7723

2 жыл бұрын

@@sharksport01 Ideat.

@billhosko7723

2 жыл бұрын

@@Proverbs--tx6yr Ideat.

Great footage of his home. Thank You so very much. I live just 5 minutes away from his Las Vegas mansion on Shirley Street. He truly was out of this world and is still loved even as of today by many of his loyal fans.

@kempowarrior1954

3 жыл бұрын

Be a great neighbour.

For a poor Polish man who played the piano and put on a show for all of America - he did GREAT ! I've been in this sort of opulence. .. Now I realize that when I die , the only arms that may hold me are my own . Then I shall go Home to my Beloved husband, Paul , my horses and our dogs , cats , etc ... No the less , I do love Liberace .

@PatrickFDolan

Жыл бұрын

He was American and his family did better than most did at the time.

So beloved ! Lovely, lovely man. He had such a great eye for super special pieces. I just love this man forever ! 🧡🙏

Lee was everything!!!! 🥳🥳🥳

With heats in the trees I'm sure he was a fantastic host. Would love to have attended a party of his

I have never seen such a humble man with such a talent and wealth. I would loved to have met him. regards Hayden

He's so proud of his home,he's a true gentleman, I don't care about his personal life ,he made his own fortune, I admire that !!!!!!!!😊🇬🇧

What a friendly and fine human being. RIP

This guy was truly one in a billion

God bless him! He was such a great showman. He had such superb taste in antiques! I would have loved to have met him.

@mikisaba9336

6 жыл бұрын

James F. Harrington and have a thumb in the bum ?

"Too much of a good thing is WONDERFUL" took its toll on Liberace.

very similar to my flat in barnsley

@marshy793

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@oldskoolfool141

4 жыл бұрын

That's a LIE yours is south-facing

@kempowarrior1954

3 жыл бұрын

Obviously!

Fabulous home. Very calm and serene somehow. Seems relaxing and so much to look at. What a dear kind man. Such a very interesting little doc. Thanks for posting.

@georgekuiper3223

2 жыл бұрын

SERENE is what one feels when leaving this monstrosity of style

Watching 2018. He was a magnificent pianist. World Class.

Absurd have gfallen in love with this guy in2023 .thankyou for sharing his memories 😊❤😊

He seemed nice and down to earth

The his and her's sink bit is too good. "Since I'm a bachelor, I use them both myself." HAHAHAHAHAHA

Such a nice man Rest in Peace.

Beautiful lovely home love all his furniture Just all amazing

He's what you call an entertainer. Talented and well loved as well as generous. There was no one like him. He deserved every penny he ever earned

What a sweet, friendly soul.

Love liberace. He just seems like the coolest person. I would've LOVED to just sit and shoot the breeze with him.

He surely had an exceptional eye for shapes, colours and space! Expensive and busy but very beautiful!

Such a kind man. I respect Liberace...a great pity that society would not let him be who he was.

Liberace was peaceful, talented man who was homosexual and just trying to live his life.

Best showman in the world miss u Lee

What a house! What an entertainer!

Rest in peace, great, unique entertainer. Love him

Interesting this house still exists but they turned the outside pool area into a backyard, while the pool was moved to the front of the house.

MY MOM LOVED LIBERACE, I GREW UP LISTENING TO HIS MUSIC, THEN I GREW TO LOVE HIM.

Never knew much about Liberace, but from I can see now, you're a charming ass dude!!!! Absolutely brilliant!!! Good on you for leaving your fortune to the up & coming young artist of the world, that's some boss ass shit!

Fascinating! Thanks for sharing. It would have been a fascinating reality show to have big and little Edie from "Grey Gardens" move in with him just to see the interactions. Very much a character.

@hankaustin7091

6 жыл бұрын

That would have been AWESOME!!!!!! imagine that as a TV reality show! Would have been a top-rated show for years! Your comment rates 1000 thumbs up, if that were possible

Very gently...nice person

@PaulLyndeBlue

7 жыл бұрын

Sipi Prank ! I love him! super fancy! sweet and gave presents to millions of different people in December

@sipiprank5420

7 жыл бұрын

right...he was a beautiful person...God bless him

I dont think there has ever been anyone with such charisma!!

Great film Biggest fan!! Bob

I LOVE all of his decor.

@ManuelGuzman067

5 жыл бұрын

Jenni Niccum beautiful mansion but not my taste in decor😂

@carpediem4887

5 жыл бұрын

Grossssss tacky gawdy stuff

@jesseheflin4316

5 жыл бұрын

Jenni Niccum 😂😂😂😂

He does have good taste

what an amazing man!!!! I LOVE this video!!

I LOVE that house! I love everything about it! I could live there anytime, that decor is so beautiful and fabulous I can't stand it. I only wish I could wake up every morning and be immersed in all that splendor!

@sharksport01

2 жыл бұрын

Take piano lessons, hurry!

@gizzykatkat9687

2 жыл бұрын

@@sharksport01 Only Lee Liberace could teach me!

If you heated the outside temperature with heaters in California nowadays you would be sentenced to death in the electric chair.

@ManuelGuzman067

5 жыл бұрын

littleteethkeith 😂

@eaglevision993

3 жыл бұрын

He has to heat the exterior to dry the outdoor carpeting haha.....ahhh, the 80s....

Now this is something I hadn't seen before. Thank you greatly for uploading. Wonder if I can convince my wife to redo the master bedroom in a similar style? :D

@PaulLyndeBlue

7 жыл бұрын

OMG I love his Bedroom too! :D

Where has all of this gone? The antiques in his houses, museum, his cars, his jewelry?

@nsr5961

4 жыл бұрын

Imca vdB auctions. Private collectors.

*The love and appreciation of his homes were evident.*