Michael York Speaks at The National Press Club
Award-winning actor Michael York discussed the challenges he faces with the rare disease of Amyloidosis and how he became a spokesperson for this little known ailment at an August 12, 2016 luncheon at the National Press Club. Michael York’s stepson is Star Wars producer Rick McCallum.
York appeared next to Liza Minnelli in cinema version of “Cabaret” musical and starred in the all-star “Murder on the Orient Express” and as d’Artagnan in The Three(and The Four) Musketeers. His most recent film is The Mill and the Cross.
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"I am not afraid your power on Earth, Herod Antipas!"
All the best and God be with you sir York. Please we need you back on stage. I love your movies. We all miss you. Love you.
Cinema would not be the same without Michael York. What an amazing man, actor, mentor and inspiration.
I thought I saw Micheal York wandering around South Kensington London once circa 2006-2012. He looked about 25 years younger than he does in this video before this terrible disease struck him. I was and will always be a fan of his work.
@bigange6629
Жыл бұрын
I lived in Hammersmith around 2010. I thought I saw him near Olympia walking towards Earls Court. I couldn't recall his name at the time, but recognised him as someone super famous. I should have guessed his name as my mum was huge fan.
D'Artagnan!!! What an EXTREMELY handsome, beautiful man he was!! Love Michael York!! Blessings!!
Masterful and eloquent public speaking by Michael York
If there ever is a Logan's Run remake, he needs to be the Old Man.
As I watch Michael here , I note how eloquent , open and invested he is. Such a special soul. I really wish the man beside him was more respectful and patient. He seemed to be watching the clock and not very personable. I applaud Michael for using his platform to help other people. I've loved him since Romeo And Juliet ♡ praying for his continued healing.
My wife died of pulmonary amaloidosis in June 2017, 7 years after her initial diagnosis. She had a short period of chemotherapy, but because of persistent chest infections this treatment was not completed. Apart from that it was just a case of treating the symptoms. Our GP and support staff were brilliant and made her as comfortable as they could. Thank you Michael for bringing this disease to the forefront.
@MrsTM17
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
What a Gentleman! God bless.
What a service Mr. York is doing to those who have Amyloidosis, both in getting diagnosed and getting help afterwards. I had the pleasure of meeting him and his amazing wife Pat. They are both such outstanding members of our society. May he and others with this rare disease get well.
Gee his presentation is far more dynamic to just a presentation he did five years ago. He’s incredibly quick witted. Met him in the 90s - still a true, very kind gentleman of the finest kind. May the blue light be with you
@edgecruz4832
3 жыл бұрын
still handsome though
@simonmaverick9201
3 ай бұрын
He is a great actor and a great man.
damn. i am sorry to hear he is afflicted with this! but I am very glad that he is using his celebrity status to increase the knowledge about this disease.
I’m so sorry he’s afflicted w this disease. I just love him in all his roles. 🌹
York is such a class act, such a beautiful man, Shakespeare to Logan's Run to Austin Powers
Great Actor one of my favorites..
Mr. York is still very articulate despite his illness.
@gamestation2690
2 жыл бұрын
It's sad that he no longer resembles the Basil Exposition I know.
I've loved him ever since my oldest/fav brother Dan took me to see Romeo & Juliet in 1968. He's not only handsome, but smart, classy & kind!
He used to be so vocal. A very talented man. But I still honor him now for all he has done.
@gamestation2690
2 жыл бұрын
He doesn't sound like the Basil Exposition I used to know.
@logan5girl405
2 жыл бұрын
@@gamestation2690 he explained that his voice became effected due to the amyloid deposits collecting in his tongue and throat it started to make his voice raspy and hard to communicate so yes he doesn’t sound like he used to but he’s still him.
Big fan Loved Logans Run
Legend
I lost my mother to Amyloidosis. 55 years old. Too young.
@cdrocrossdiscovery
4 жыл бұрын
Most kind. Thank you.
oh my God ...I almost cry when I saw the sad physical look that illness has made on his body .... if God is perfect ...how can he tortures his sons like this? ...I don't know ...Michael York ...nothing of his powerful voice remains ...of his strong physical presence ....noooo ...this is unfair ...I'm feeling so sad ...all in this life has an end ...but .... I also admire strongly his courage ...being there and speaking about his disease.
@blackmore4
3 жыл бұрын
_" if God is perfect ...how can he tortures his sons like this? "_ The only logical answer to your question is either that God a) isn't perfect or b) doesn't exist.
@juancastillonb
3 жыл бұрын
@@blackmore4 you're wrong 'cos the clause A" is impossible ... God is perfect ... the B" could be ....and c) you don't exist. Descartes thought he existed 'cos his thought.
@stranraerwal
Жыл бұрын
why do we deny our former "heroes and stars" the right to grow old and even ugly? They are human and age as the ordinary mortal does-whether we like it or not.
Poor Mike. But seems spirited thank goodness.
Before his illness he looked like my father. Both are from 1942 and 1,80 high. Strange thing. Hope he will be fit again
Happy Birthday Michael York. I Love Austin Powers 1 International Man Of Mystery, 2 The Spy Who Shagged, 3 In GoldMember. He's funny. Transformers 2 Revenge Of The Fallen and Star Wars The Clone Wars is awesome. May the Peace be with u Prime #1 and Basil. From Harlingen Texas. March 27, 1942 March 27, 2022 through March 27, 3022
It seems the sandman is about to run!
The very best as Field-marshal Erwin Rommel in the "Night of the Fox". God bless you Michael!
My sister died of amyloidosis in 2008. At the time of her diagnosis, which came too late to give her much time, she told me it was not the familial type. However, recently I recognized that my swollen tongue and many other symptoms are like amyloidosis. I have an appointment in a few weeks to be evaluated for same. How rare would that be to have sisters with the same disease even though it is not familial amyloidosis.
@rebeccawilliams7379
6 жыл бұрын
Sorry you and your family are dealing with this. Wishing you the best... and to get well.
@lc237
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Rebecca and for getting the word out about amyloidosis.
@MrsTM17
4 жыл бұрын
@@lc237 I hope you are doing well. Wishing you all the very best.
Michael York Shows 1. Dr. Lionel Budgie, Clayton, Mason Fairbanks, Nigel - The Simpsons 2006 - 2020 2. Documentary Speaker - Family Guy 2010 3. Dr. Nuvo Vindi - Star Wars The Clone Wars 2009 4. Patrick - Ben 10 Alien Force 2008 Movies 5. Prime #1 - Transformers 2 Revenge Of The Fallen 2009 6. Basil Exposition - Austin Powers 1 International Man Of Mystery, 2 The Spy Who Shagged Me, 3 In Goldmember 1997 - 1999 - 2002 Game 7. Jerry The Banker - Scarface The World Is Yours 2006
Great actor. Logn's Run the best movie ever.
If your keynote speaker is giving a speech about a serious illness in the name of awareness, please try not to mispronounce it for twenty minutes straight.