His voice matched his personality - warm and kind.

He really did answer pretty much every piece of fan mail ever sent to him. I know of a couple of people who became regular correspondents with him and had dozens of letters from him. So amazing that he cared about his fans to that extent.

@VidkunQL

2 жыл бұрын

I'm amazed he had the time.

@AceripXF

2 жыл бұрын

sounds like he was a totally awesome guy!!!

@notthatyouasked6656

2 жыл бұрын

@@VidkunQL Many of the stars of those days felt it was sort of a duty to respond to fan mail. Others who always wrote back or at least signed stuff include Joan Crawford and Jimmy Stewart.

@12classics39

Жыл бұрын

@@VidkunQL he was retired so answering fan mail was actually how he spent his days.

One of the worst things about being dead is never being able to watch Laurel and Hardy films again. I was recently successfully treated for prostate cancer and look forward to many more years of watching Stan and Ollie.

@lunasky1819

5 жыл бұрын

Best of future laughs to you🤗❤♣️

@KebabMusicLtd

4 жыл бұрын

Now they travel the stars highway together

@gregsplaylist2266

4 жыл бұрын

Touché, long may you live to enjoy them,

@H4CK61

4 жыл бұрын

Well done fella now crack on and enjoy.

@artfuldodger9312

4 жыл бұрын

Keep laughing..................

Irreplaceable gentleman. Class personified.

@Jade_holloway

5 жыл бұрын

well said.

@DokktorDeth

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Good role model in his father.

@milotorres6894

3 жыл бұрын

His personal feelings show his good heartfelt emotions of a devoted fans last harrah speaks volumes of his character and human side of himself,,😔✌️✌️😔😊...

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

A truly lovely man. A lot of the modern so-called celebrities could learn from this interview.

@ladyinblack3398

Жыл бұрын

Those type of people don't exist anymore. Celebrities today instantly think they are better than common folk and won't bother with them, except when it comes to selling tickets.

Stan Laurel had his phone number listed in the telephone directory in case any of his fans wanted to call and chat with him. That's the kind of person he was.

@kevinmiller6380

Жыл бұрын

Lava1964-Today's celebrities wouldn't do that. That's how much times have changed-and not necessarily for the better.

@mymanjosquin

Жыл бұрын

its too dangerous today. there are too many crazies out here.

@jessicaallen901

Жыл бұрын

Stan seemed like a man with a heart of gold. I wish I have gotten to know him myself but I was born years after he passed. My ❤ goes out to his family and friends for their loss. 🙏🙏

@rkuzmenko55

2 ай бұрын

​@@mymanjosquin Total Nut Jobs n Fruitcakes!!!😝🤪

He wouldn't have been the man he was if he wasn't blessed with such a tender, tender heart.

@sharpear1031

5 жыл бұрын

I think it was his family, and his time.

He should have received a knighthood.

@degsbabe

5 жыл бұрын

Amazing & disappointing he never did.

@DaveBowman

5 жыл бұрын

Nah, they're too busy giving them to corrupt business men and people who do sports for a living :/

@veldawells2839

5 жыл бұрын

Both should have received a knighthood. The turmoil between the 1st and Second World War, and the Great Depression, all the boys, including Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin (and others) lifted so many people's spirits and brought so much of the community together. Vera Lynne received a Dame hood for her war efforts to support and lift up the spirits of the men at war. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy did exactly the same, but on screen and should have received the same. My only thought now is that I wonder if they are both recognised for their amazing contribution on the Hollywood Board Walk. Hope so. Such travesty and upheaval in both of their lives off set, yet born to smile, and entertain us with such professionalism, integrity, grace and "commedianship". RIP.

@bellephegor

5 жыл бұрын

Even Jimmy Saville got a knighthood ...

@delenngm

5 жыл бұрын

Velda Wells With respect, you unfamiliar with how such things worked both historically and currently. Firstly, Oliver Hardy was not eligible for a knighthood as he was not a citizen of either the United Kingdom or the Commonwealth. He could have been awarded an Honorary Knighthood, but these are exceptionally rare for people within the Arts and Entertainment and prior to the 1970’s almost unheard of. They were almost exclusively offered to Politicians, Diplomats, Military Personnel and the Nobility. Prior to the 1970’s very few people within the Arts and Entertainment were bestowed with any form of honour at all. The Beatles were awarded MBEs in 1965, but such was the outcry, a number of people previously given awards returned theirs and the general view was the awards had been cheapened by giving them to ‘pop stars’ who were undeserving. The exception to this general rule was Stage Actors, Playwrights, Classical Musicians and Composers. Even then Stage Actors had to be ‘serious actors’ and primarily known for performing the works of outstanding playwrights such as Shakespeare, Wild and Shaw. Thus Olivier, Richardson, Redgrave and Coward were early recipients. The awarding of honours relaxed somewhat in 1975, which is when Vera Lynn was made a Dame and Charlie Chaplin a knight at the age of 85. The simple truth is, Stan Laurel died before most actors were considered as suitable to receive anything. If, like Chaplin, Laurel had lived into his 80s and thus alive in 1975, he would have been made a Knight. He certainly deserved it as much as Chaplin did, though I’d say he was more deserving.

they will be remembered till the end of time. Never in a million years will there be 2 men like Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. R.I.P Stan and Oliver. the hole

@90sarcadefighter5

6 жыл бұрын

WELL SAID

@rotunda57

6 жыл бұрын

Hear, hear Christopher

@BENTLEYQUAMP

6 жыл бұрын

I Agree 100%

@lazurm

6 жыл бұрын

A lot may depend on future cloning techniques.

@siddywiddyb

3 жыл бұрын

Vey well said...never will be replaced. No one ever makes me ache from laughing like L&H. THE BEST EVER

I cried when I saw the film of his funeral and Barbra Streisand sing smile, so I watched Way out west and cried again. we'll never see anyone like them again. R. I. P. Stan and Babe, you set the bar. and thank you

@veldawells2839

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, that documentary made me cry immensely to. It was also played at my Father's funeral. Gets me every time. What an amazing turnout at Stan Laurel's funeral. Stan made an indelible print on everyone. That's his legacy.

@milotorres6894

3 жыл бұрын

Never say never of something so beautiful and uplifting..😔✌️🤙😊

@milotorres6894

3 жыл бұрын

His onscreen persona when upset explanation ,was a true gem quality diamond , in the rough genuine article hand's down original...😔✌️❄️ always...

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

Those times when comedy was sane. No profanity at all. We still laugh watching them.

@beesmart4048

3 жыл бұрын

Rafael Rodríguez Yes. They were so funny without dirty jokes, nasty gestures. True genius comedians with big hearts. I will love them always. They’re making Jesus laugh in Heaven!

I was one of those fans in the early 60s who corresponded with Stan, and yes, he felt almost like family. I still treasure the letters he wrote to me, and I have a framed Polaroid of him holding his Oscar, inscribed to me in 1964. I was crushed when I heard on the news that he had died -- on literally the same day I received my last letter from him.

Laurel & Hardy got me through some tough times, and still bringing a smile to my face!

Just when I couldn't hold Stan and Ollie in any higher regard I hear this and realise just what true gentlemen they were in every sense of the word. RIP Stan and Ollie. True luminaries of the golden age of cinema. Up there in Heaven making them all laugh.

Stan and Ollie were and still are THE GREATEST!

Such a tender man, humble and full of compassion. They don't make em' like that any more I'm afraid.

“Poor Babe” Stan Laurel remarks in this recorded interview as Oliver Hardy had just recently died. They were very close all their professional lives and you can hear the sorrow in his voice. Also, when he speaks of the terminally ill fan.

@colinmoore5991

4 жыл бұрын

It appears that both he and Babe had huge hearts. They've been making me laugh for over four decades. You can tell something is really funny when you know the joke, know the dialogue, know the punchline, and it still makes you laugh.

@noelmajers6369

4 жыл бұрын

I read that Stan was so distraught when Olly died that he couldn't go to his funeral. He commented "Babe would understand." I have never thought badly about Stan because of this due to his extreme bereavement over losing such a close friend and colleague. He wasn't in the best of health at that point in his life and it could have ended up being two funerals instead of one, he was so upset. At least we had Stan for a few years more.

@johnkelley3664

3 жыл бұрын

Colin Moore m

@milotorres6894

3 жыл бұрын

Pure genuine hearts together really touching glad this came up enjoyed watching since I was a kid early 70s and on they're ying and yang was positively priceless ,🤙🤪😔✌️

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

This almost made me cry, what a wonderful person Stan was.

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

@12classics39

Жыл бұрын

Truly an angel on Earth. Babe too.

Today's celebrities can't match the amount of class these legends had.

What a classy nice man!!I love him even more!So many of todays celebrities have very little of his talent and 100 times his ego.

@stellakittycat9356

3 жыл бұрын

william werner you’ve summed it up perfectly

The fans are still out there and you guys are still going strong.

@12classics39

Жыл бұрын

Indeed.

I wish we can have these old times back. this world isn't the same

It’s astounding how different his real voice was from his onscreen voice. Old age deepened it quite a bit; perhaps his stroke affected it too. This is such a touching story he tells. It’s a relief that he got to know and hear from so many people how much he was loved and cherished as an artist, and how happy he made the world.

I've always adored Laurel and Hardy's comedies. It seems they were two people of genuine warmth and humanity and listening to this I feel quite choked up.

I've loved Stan Laurel for 55 years, and now I know WHY!!!

@veldawells2839

5 жыл бұрын

A man with such love in his heart that it shined through in his acting. Truly remarkable individual.

They were both such extraordinarily fine gents. Universally loved by all- to this day & tomorrow. They'll live on forever.

I loved their gentle humor; the piano skit was legendary.

They'll never be forgotten.

@jeffmilk9838

6 жыл бұрын

Funniest men that ever lived 😂

@RealProx

6 жыл бұрын

Rip😣

@ewaf88

6 жыл бұрын

Thicker than Water had me in tears of laughter.

@bobriedel3277

5 жыл бұрын

What a sweet, sweet man. ❤

Love these 2, they make me laugh so much no matter how many times I watch them. I cant even watch them in colour either, it has to be black and white, just as they were back then and at this moment I'm only 34. These 2 are my idols and I'll adore them till the end of my life and yes what a brilliant couple of guys, replying to their fans in person, nice to hear that they affected people back then as they still do now over half a century since they made their movies. True legends of the comedy world and true gents. Don't make them like they used to.

The best Comedy Duo in History, and they really loved each other and it came across in their performance.

I heard that both of these guys were just awesome people and kindhearted. Too bad Hollywood didn't learn from these wonderful people.

A beautiful kind caring intelligent' man Stan laurel 'A talented real born star' and with' babe'' Mr Oliver hardy.,Stan + Ollie'' laurel and hardy' will never be forgotten 'absolutely beautiful kind caring talented real born human beings' thanks boys for making my life happier'''god bless'' and to all of our yesterday heroes' god bless

Such a wonderful human being. We miss you guys so much!

It sounds like he was a lovely man. Answering everyone"s fan male, personally, and sending a signed photograph. What personal turmoil and grief must those 28 dislikers be going through, to show their hate towards such a lovely person. Bringing so much warmth on the the big screen, and in his personal life. GOD Bless you Stan, a lovely lovely man,

They were masters...I have loved them all 62 years of my life....

Wonderful to hear Stan Laurel's voice off set. Makes it so personable.

A truly class act, on and off the stage. Stan and Ollie have brought me much joy too. I love them.

I grew up watching Laurel and Hardy, Abbott and Costello. I'm amazed and impressed how much Stan Laurel took his fans to his heart.

What a nice thoughtful man Stan was, they will always be the kings of comedy thank you for all the laughs.

Not many people in show business had that genuine connection on and off camara like Stan and Oliver. I love them for the joy, happiness and laughter they brought to my life. Thank you so much guys, you're the best ever!

From a man who had such a warmth about him and both gained the hearts of so many people 💓

Godbless you Stan and Ollie,True gentlemen and very talented ,The best comedy ever born

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

always loved stan and Ollie...best comedians ever...always wanted them to be my grandpas...such lovely lovely people...wonderful

I felt his kindness every time I visited his grave site. It's amazing. Its very loving strong genuine kindness.

The time and dedication they gave,actually answering letters. Responding to everyone regaurdless. They truely were devoted to making people happy, They valued their veiwers, As character they suffered,having passion for their work. Performers today weather on stage,film or sports areana.Have little concern for values or reponciblity of influence on young.Past performers were obligated to the public. They were private and set standard we should value. Their work timeless.Magic.

What a truly wonderful man! Class!

Today's comedians and actors, have nothing on Stan and Olli. They are good, but Stan and Olli were THE best.

Laurel and Hardy - no finer comic actors Genius in every reel And such genuinely lovely men

Stan, The love for you and Ollie still continues and will do until the end of time. How could 13 people down thumb this??? There's some unsympathetic people out there. Rest in peace great guys.

@jsfbr

2 жыл бұрын

The thumbs down are merely accidental, rest assured. The problem of having the thumb down icon close to the thumb up icon can make the viewer click on it inadvertently. The icons should be positioned distant from each other in order to reduce the chance that this happens.

@digitalmediafan

Жыл бұрын

Because some are like robots no emotion no feeling nothing it's bizarre to me. He was a truly genuine decent person long before the world went truly mad

@MrDravenLee

Жыл бұрын

@@digitalmediafan I completely agree with you!👍

@kevinmiller6380

Жыл бұрын

@@MrDravenLee Not unsympathetic-stupid. The haters were obviously dropped on their heads.

Some of my earliest memories of laughing till my guts were bursting were of Stan and Ollie destroying a house or their car , sitting next to my dear father watching them in the early days of TV. Now I can see them again even though they are gone and my dad is gone and soon so shall I be. They were so funny, no one else has had the ability to raise real gut bustin' laughter like they did, no one.

they will be remembered till the end of time. Never in a million years will there be 2 men like Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. R.I.P Stan and Oliver. the hole world will miss u.

I was born 12 miles from Stan in Barrow and moved to Ulverston for a while and would go to the laurel and Hardy museum and spend many a happy afternoon. Love those two .xxxx

I could've written to Stan and he would've answered? Awh! Had I only been alive at the time.

@browneyedgirl3224

4 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinkin

What a great gentleman.

17 thumbs down? Absurd. Stan Laurel was not only one of the comic geniuses of all time, but he was a wonderful and gracious person.

Great story, they truly were the greatest ever! humour that is timeless and it was great they were best friends especially towards the end!

Omg. I love him even more now. Always loved both of them.

A genuine 'star' had time for people, as did norman wisdom. Not like the majority of todays prima donnas!!

@caroldickens3028

4 жыл бұрын

Well said ! They were TRUE stars who had genuine talent ! Not like alit of people becoming famous for been on TV shows ! I don't call them celebs & they rarely have any talent.

Two Gentlemen who made us laugh out laid but also two gentle men

Sir Stan Laurel, salute and rip

when I Was Young I loved them and now I love them again

A real Gentleman. And yes, I agree wholeheartedly agree, he should have been knighted or even a posthumous knighthood would have been fitting.

@tufty7026

4 жыл бұрын

Only living people can be knighted. When you die, you are no longer a knight.

@georgealderson4424

4 жыл бұрын

@@tufty7026 ...and your friends are in mourning!

@Tombo1230

4 жыл бұрын

He is non the worse without a knighthood. He was much loved by the world.

I loved Stan and Ollie, when I was kid I used to sit and watch them with my father and I can remember so vividly us both laughing hysterically,they were just fantastic, I’m 56 now and still enjoy them as I did when I was a pup

To bring so much joy, to so many people, a real testament to a life well spent. I've watched their short films for years,and always will.

People genuinely loved them. Wonderful guys.

Beautiful beautiful souls Mr laurel and Hardy

They're legacy will forever live on in our hearts RIP L&H

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

What a beautiful soul,and another beautiful soul in ollie,thank you so much for all the laughs,God bless for now lads.❤😥

I have always respected toughness, it's my nature. But I really respect Stan's kindness and thoughtfulness.

I'm in floods. I grew up in in the 1970s and in the school holidays watched Laurel & Hardy with my Grampy and on all the old photos we have I see he has the same hairstyle! ;)

Watched these with my dad now my boys are watching them with me and we are laughing together. Laurel and hardy 👍

L&H remained friends until the end, which is rare for a comedy double act. I agree with Ricky Gervais - they were sublime, simply the best. I love them; I always have and always will.

@bossman6290

6 жыл бұрын

rackinfrackin screw rg opinion

A lovely man, God bless ya Stan..

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

listening to him brings a want to get to know him. So sad he left us with so little fanfare.

One of a pair,two of a kind rip never forgotten

El mas hermoso ser humano por fuera y por dentro. Que falta nos haces Stan. Dios te bendiga y te tenga en su santa gloria. GRACIAS MIL por todo lo que nos diste.

such a gracious and loveable artist.

Two comedic greats sadly missed totally loved

This is rare, a star who is constantly aware he needs to connect with his audience offscreen as well.

Gave the world a lot of joy and happiness two very funny gentlemen who should forever be celebrated. Thanks Stan and Oliver

I wish they were still on TV

bless you stan u really were the man x

@chorltonfilms369days-a-year

3 жыл бұрын

so very sad kzread.info/dash/bejne/aXWmx8aIid3His4.html

sweet man. when fans used to find his adress (he lived in a simple appartment), he let them in, served them coffee and talked to them. Bless him

Their innocence was genuine

"Here's another fine mess you've gotten me into"!!! Never ever be anyone like them.

What a beautiful interview this is with Stan Laura. With Ollerton the greatest comedy double act ever. Today 2023 they've still loved by the younger generation who are watching them for the very first time. Thanks for the laughter and thanks to the invention of the moving picture they are still entertaining us. I cry every time with laughter. Whenever I'm feeling a bit down I love to watch Laurel and Hardy.

L&H gave us the greatest comedy but they gave us love too

i have one of those letters, i cried when i got it...

@DavidSmith-sb2ix

4 жыл бұрын

@Kelly Norman Did we forget our meds today?

@shaunnacampbell1812

4 жыл бұрын

@@DavidSmith-sb2ix , I've reported the terrible message that you replied to, thank you for that comic relief.

@Gunners_Mate_Guns

3 жыл бұрын

@Kelly Norman What must it be like to be such a miserable troll?

@troubledsole9104

3 жыл бұрын

@Kelly Norman Grow up.

I wish I could write him a fan mail.

When two geniuses meet and work together, they either fight, or they create a miracle. Laurel and Hardy were the latter.

God bless Laurel & Hardy and may it be well today for their families. They had the whole family in laughter when we were young and they still do now over 40 years on.

Yes, they were masters of comedy

Wow!...what an Amazingly Kind Man.. May He Forever Rest In the Arms of God.

I remember watching them, and I enjoyed and laughed with them on all the films.

i love this man!

Even his voice sounds sounds kind. Not a gentleman, but a gentle man. RIP, Stan and Babe. Thanks for all the laughs.

A true legend and a true gentleman! God Bless him

What a fantastic clip, made my Saturday morning.

Such a great personality. Beautiful character and personality. It is pity that these great personalities, Stan and Olie, do not exist anymore. The world desparately needs such people for peace and love between all the people of the world. RIP

Stand and olie are still with us , thanks boys you gave so much ! Laughter bloody laughter still the best medicine love you two !❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍❤❤👍👍❤