The Real Arlene Francis of What's My Line? As Told By Her Son
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Peter Gabel, the son of What's My Line? star Arlene Francis talks with TV Time Machine host Jim Benson about the qualities that made his mom and the classic TV panel game show What's My Line? so special.
As observed by her son in this interview, Arlene Francis was a television pioneer. Ms. Francis helped pave the way for such female TV powerhouses as Oprah Winfrey, and Barbara Walters. In the early 1950s, Arlene Francis was one of the biggest stars on television. Arlene Francis served as host and editor-in-chief of the NBC afternoon TV show, Home, which was revolutionary in concept and execution, utilizing live camera remotes, and traveling to far-flung locales, with Ms. Francis interviewing some of the most famous and influential figures of that era.
Arlene Francis was a dominant force in television during the 1950s, and was the highest-paid panelist on What's My Line? In 1954, Ms. Francis was featured on the cover of Newsweek magazine, and became the first woman to host The Tonight Show, subbing for Steve Allen, once a panelist on What's My Line?
Arlene Francis was the only panelist to appear on What's My Line? throughout the show's twenty-five-year run (1950-1975), including the network and syndication versions.
Arlene Francis was a television legend, and her razor-sharp intelligence, wit, charm, and tremendous contributions to the medium of television, will always be cherished and remembered.
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She was a classy person who we need more of today..
@cricketcustomer2164
7 ай бұрын
Definitely!!
Much respect for Miss Arlene Francis. RIP to her and Peter.
@HowieHoward-ti3dx
7 ай бұрын
I have lots of respect for Arlene. Not for Petter. Too bad her son was a commie Ko sher and he contributed to destroying America.
Ms. Francis was the EPITOME of charm and sophistication! Great interview!
I will always remember her. She was one of a kind. A class act. Her sense of humor was amazing.
@thetvtimemachine
4 ай бұрын
Classy, but also down-to-earth. A rare combination.
@maine-kw6wfy
3 ай бұрын
Can’t come up with anyone who compares! Imagine if someone could do a YT channel teaching young ladies grace, femininity, humility etiquette and used her as an example.
I was always so impressed with her manners and character. She was such a lady and was so thoughtful when she spoke. Loved her wit as well.
As I listen to this son's description of his mother, I thought it moving because that was something I always enjoyed about Arlene Francis. she had warmth, and a sense of humor, unique qualities in show business.
@thetvtimemachine
2 ай бұрын
Agreed. Arlene had a very special bond with her family, one that extended to her TV family.
Beautiful, warm and smart woman with wit.RIP
@thetvtimemachine
5 күн бұрын
Totally agree. My favorite panelist on the show!
I loved her. Truly a classy and beautiful woman
I enjoyed the WML? episode, in which Peter was the mystery guest. He was working as a guide at the New York World's Fair that year. A handsome, well-behaved young man. It was evident that his parents had done a great job in bringing him up. RIP to both of them.
@thetvtimemachine
3 ай бұрын
Peter was a very gracious gentleman during our interview, in particular when discussing somewhat personal memories of the past.
Amazing person!!
It was also obvious how Arlene, Bennett, Dorothy, and John were true friends. If you’ve watched the episode after Dorothy’s death, you can feel the hurt in all of them.
What most folks don't know about Miss Francis (born Arlene Francis Kazanjian 1907-2001) was that when she suffered the of being decimated from within via Alzheimer's at the end of her life, she DID manage to find some peace via putting together collage artworks with her caregivers' help! IOW, she was able to lead the way to create and help others find their own peace even in the tragic state of dementia!
@traceya9615
2 ай бұрын
That really is nice to know. I'm so sorry she had dementia.
she was the most intelligent person on that show. watch it and see.
No one does it alone, I am sure Martin was a solid adviser, and her agent, John Daly and Dorothy made it so solid, it was the perfect place for Arlene.
I really like her!
Intelligent. Classy. Beautiful. Witty. Even Sexy. That was Arlene Francis.
If you ever want an actress to play your mother look no further than Dame Helen Mirren, she is the spitting image of her 🥰
Passing away in 2001, I'm glad it was before 911, as I think that would have hurt Arlene horribly.
@jackchen7003
4 ай бұрын
She wouldn’t have known since she had Alzheimer’s since the 80s
Peter Gabel is also dead.
@melianna999
Ай бұрын
He died in 2022.