Fond memories of watching McHale's Navy with my Dad. Great show, great cast and crew and Great stories! Ernest Borgnine, Joe Flynn, Tim Conway and Bob Hastings will live on forever in our hearts and memories!
A few years before he passed, my wife and I had the real pleasure of meeting Mr. Borgnine. It was at a convention in NJ. He was SO friendly, funny and very endearing. R.I.P. Mr. Borgnine. Thanks for the memories. 🤓
I met him several odd years ago. An incredibly down to earth regular guy. Easy to talk to and friendly as he could be. A truly great guy unlike most of the self important pansies in Hollywood today. We talked for hours. He's what Hollywood should be
He was almost sunk in another shipboard role on "The Poseidon Adventure" (1972), with other notable actors in that cast. His character was one of the few who did survive, if you remember the film.
I drove a truck for about 37 years and had the pleasure of meeting Ernie in New Mexico at the Petro Truck stop in Milan, NM. Really super nice guy...…..
A friend of mine went on a TCM Cruise and went in to a lounge one day that was empty except for an old man sitting way across the room. After awhile the man waved to my friend to come over and join him. The guy was Mr. Borgnine and my friend said that he was the most charming person he had ever met. They sat and talked like they had been old friends. Needless to say that made the cruise totally worthwhile.
An broken pocket watch brought EB to a clock shop in Gettysburg. My friend owned the shop and fixed EB's watch. He told me Ernest Borgnine was a really nice man.
Loved that show. It wasn't just an American favourite. I grew up in BC Canada. Remember rushing home to watch this after school when I was a young fellow. Many hours of laughter.
We all loved Mr. Borgnine growing up, McHales Navy is the TV show that really made him famous, we could use more good family friendly shows like that today, RIP Mr. Borgnine we still love you!
@@youtuber5305 On McHale's Navy, it was the Japanese prisoner , side kick who would often say " Mama Mia !!", when ever Mc Hale's crews plan would back fire. His name was " Fuji".
The reason he didn’t recognize him was because he was only doing movies. When he mentioned the other two actors the kid selling candy knew who they were because they were on popular tv shows of the time. So Ernest knew right then and there that being on tv was going to get him more exposure than the big screen.
Borgnine always impressed me as a regular guy. Yeah, he was an actor, an Academy Award winner and very versatile. But he just seemed like a guy who, on weekends, would paint the trim on his house, or wash the dog, help his wife, play with his kids. I'm sure he enjoyed his celebrity but it didn't seem to go to his head.
I think you're right. The key to his great success was that he was real. A bigger smile God never created. We sure could use more men the likes of EB today!!!
I got to see the Wide Wide World of Sports episode where Mr. Borgnine caught a World record marlin. HE fought it so long, his hands were bleeding. He was a really great man.
Excellent point, I shudder to think of how many great performers we are likely not seeing because they don't have the right look or don't fit into the ever shrinking field of politically correct specialty groups. We are in fact doing the opposite of what the supposed intention is and yet not many people even notice!
I'm a lieutenant colonel, Army, and it's great Ernest Borgnine bacame an actor. So much comedy. Thanks for the happiness. A true Veteran. He served for our country as a Navy Chief. Thanks for your service. That's a great laugh.
Such a genuine actor. Thoroughly deserved his Oscar for 'Marty'! Glad he changed his mind to do McHale. The movie inspiration he talks about looks to be 'Destination Gobi', but that is a drama based on a real story judging from the trailer. There is definitely a lot in common though with an earlier BBC Radio comedy series 'The Navy Lark', which I would also recommend.
Fun comical legend who enjoyed us ordinary folk , never a Hollywood superstar status...only an act! He always has time for anyone from wherever,honest warmth personality shines brighter than any Hollywood light....Peace and love to your family Ernie many thanks for your movies which you left us to watch forever. Hope your enjoying your ‘Sunbum’ up their meeting fellow travellers on your journey adventure. Cheers 👏👍😉🏴
He joined the Navy in 1938, he got out in 45', which of course made playing his character exceptionally easy and convincing. This isn't about E.B., had to mention it because I thought you'd find it interesting. I know this sounds crazy, but In my opinion, the most true to life, and most convincing comedic Navy movie is by far; "Nobody's Perfect" (1968), starring James Whitmore as the Captain of a Dive Salvage ship homeported in Japan. James Whitmore plays this old salt like an old salt and is hilarious beyond belief at just being regular "Navy".
I was one of those kids he talks about. I grew up in the 60’s and I loved that Show and Ernest was one of my most favorite actors ! What joy he brought to millions.
I was lucky enough to meet this great actor and man a few years ago at a Chillerthon. Hundreds of people waited on line to get a picture or autograph, You were allowed one question as the line went around the entire hotel. I asked him about Joe Flynn, I had heard that they didn't get along on McHales Navy (the great actor Mako, who guest starred about 7 times on the show told me he once saw Ernie and Joe almost come to blows. He said Flynn was a cranky complainer) Ernie said "Nah, Joe Flynn was a sweetheart!! A sweetheart!" I think they had one or 2 squabbles in 4 years but overall Ernie loved Joe Flynn and just about everyone else he worked with. That was Ernie, just a wonderful human being.
His acting wasn't what made him a great man. Read up on his military career and his work after the military. Incredible, inspiring, and honorable. We have far too few men like him.
I enjoyed this interview with Ernest Borgnine and especially liked learning how he got the part as LCDR Quentin McHale. McHale's Navy was a favorite television program of mine when I was younger and influenced me to serve as a Navy officer just like McHale. Thanks to all the crew of PT-73. RIP Ernest Borgnine.
Bed time when I was a little guy was always around 8 o'clock. One of my childhood memories is laying in bed and hearing the theme song for this show coming from the living room echoing down the hall. My dad had it tuned in. Miss those days and especially miss my dad. Dad passed away 9/14 at 85. Love you pop.
I don't recall exactly when Ernie told me that . I met him while he was making Airwolf, and we had quite a few chats after that . He was very pro-military We hit it off pretty good because I was at the time a Navy Recruiter I remember one time he joined me and Ed McMahon Who was a Retired Col. in the Marines in a little restaurant called Chadneys, across the street from NBC studios and we talked about a little of everything , Both he and Ed could Talk ..I used to say when I saw him Hereeeeeers Ed , and He would say Herreeessss Ernie and Jake (me) and they would always talk my ear off.. I miss them both R.I.P. To both of them We will never see their like again !! Later Stay Safe !!.
I was one of those kids glued to the tv when McHale's Navy was on. McHale's Navy, No Time For Sargents, Hogan's Heros....what a great time to be a kid.
I recently read a medical study about longevity where research was done on 100 people, all of them over 85. I don't remember much of what I read but the most profound statement in the entire article was when one of the doctors was asked, "What, if anything did every one of these people have in common?" He said "There wasn't a grump among them, not a single one." I think that tells us everything we need to know about life. Worry, stress, anger, hate etc all release poison into our systems at a level that we don't fully understand or appreciate yet. This man (and most others like him) have a joy for living that we should all learn from. You can see that he gets a great deal of joy just sitting and sharing stories with someone.
Ernest Borgnine was one of the greatest actors ever. Range?Anywhere between "McHales Navy" and "From Here to Eternity". Hero, villain, loser, uncle, boss, dad, soldier, brother, friend, tormenter, titanicly charismatic or utterly despicable, solid or flawed, this man could do it all
Had the opportunity to meet Ernest Borgnine and his wife at a party when I was a kid. He was exactly what you see, a kind, humble, and funny human being. He took time from the party to listen to how much I loved the 1997 McHale's Navy movie. I will never forget that night.
One of my fave-o-rite shows growing up in the 1960s. Good clean fun that my folks had no problems letting my brother and I watch (and my mom would watch with us!).
A BIG THANK YOU!! Mr. Borgnine for ALL the BIG laughs that I got by watching 'McHales Navy' re-euns, there were definitely alot of Big laughs!!!😂 Thx again...😎.......R.I.P....😔
For me it's sad that I started watching the show 3weeks ago. And realised that almost everyone of the crew are dead. Only Bobby is alive. And I don't know why, but i miss those times in the 60s and I was born in the late 80s. Those shows and films have "heart" it is good natured fun, it was possible saying jokes. And people understand that it was a joke, no body was offended. I have the feeling that those times when the show was aired, the times were happier than today. RIP to all actors and actresses of the show. You made me hard loughing, sometimes I laughed with tears.
I really enjoyed his appearance on Little House on the Prairie. I can't recall if it was the pilot movie or a later episode, but the story revolved around Laura running away to some mountain top and Ernest playing some kind of hermit/angel to took care of her.
As a young kid in the 70ties in Costa Rica I remember watching "La marina de McHale" every afternoon in a black and white TV. it was wonderful, truly enjoyed it.
Joe Flynn and Tim Conway were the best of friends. There's video of them attending Stan Laurel's funeral. And you can see just how good of friends they were. Joe left us too soon and we miss his great talent!
My dad loved the show and I almost always watched with him. Great cast . . . some of them having previously been with the Phil Silvers Show. I loved seeing Joe Flynn tear into Tim Conway, pure gold.
Love these old timers. Ernest, Clint Eastwood, Lee Marvin, Kirk Douglas, Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, Sean Connery. Brilliant guys real men and they all have served.
I too was one of those kids who couldn't wait to watch McHales Navy and I still watch it today at my senior years. McHales Navy along with another older program were and are the very best of programs. Anything programs today are garbage. These are the best programs on the go.
I loved to watch MaHale’s Navy after school ( elementary) Sometimes I would think, I should be working on my homework. Damn though, it was fun to watch!
He had a great laugh. God bless his soul. Its sad that they all had to die. I hope i get to meet them on the other side. Whete we will be forever. Peace and love Glen
I Always Loved watching McHale’s Navy ! The one thing that mad this show so great was the chemistry among the actors ! Earnest Borgnine , Joe Flynn and Tim Conway ! What, What, What ?
In season 2 the writers for the show really kicked it up a notch . Then it was mad capped mayhem from their on out . Great side splitting comedy . R.I.P Ernest Borgnine
We had a family trip to Disney Land and on the way home we stopped for dinner at Allen Hales Lobster Barrel. After we were seated we heard a loud bellowing laughter coming from the rear of the dining area. It sounded familiar and I had to see who it was. There, seated at a long table was Ernest Borgnine, Telly Savalas and Don Rickels and others that I couldn’t recognize at a glance. No one bothered them, but we could hear the majority of it. They were thoroughly enjoying themselves as were we.
Fond memories of watching McHale's Navy with my Dad. Great show, great cast and crew and Great stories! Ernest Borgnine, Joe Flynn, Tim Conway and Bob Hastings will live on forever in our hearts and memories!
I was "one of those kids" who loved to watch McHale's Navy.
RIP EB
Me, too.
I was too. It took me years to get use to seeing him in the movies where he usually played the bad guy.
Me Three !!!
A few years before he passed, my wife and I had the real pleasure of meeting Mr. Borgnine. It was at a convention in NJ. He was SO friendly, funny and very endearing.
R.I.P. Mr. Borgnine. Thanks for the memories. 🤓
Rest in Peace to those of the McHale's Navy who are no longer with us. Especially Earnest Borgnine and Tim Conway..You guys are sincerely missed.
Peter O • Amen to that my friend!!
Joe Flynn too
Amen, yes joe flynn sadly died at age 50 by drowning in his pool. Thats terrible.
God bless them.
Glen
They’re all gone except Bobby wright and yoshio yoda
@@hardalarboard8876 Joe Flynn and Bob Hastings were the two funniest guys on the show.
I met him several odd years ago. An incredibly down to earth regular guy. Easy to talk to and friendly as he could be. A truly great guy unlike most of the self important pansies in Hollywood today. We talked for hours. He's what Hollywood should be
That's when men were men. It's not that complicated.
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Ernest Borgnine, a great actor with a big heart. R. I. P. and thank you for all the laughter you gave us
I loved how Joe Flynn and Tim Conway played off of each other. This must have been a fun show to do and be a part of.
He was almost sunk in another shipboard role on "The Poseidon Adventure" (1972), with other notable actors in that cast. His character was one of the few who did survive, if you remember the film.
I drove a truck for about 37 years and had the pleasure of meeting Ernie in New Mexico at the Petro Truck stop in Milan, NM. Really super nice guy...…..
A friend of mine went on a TCM Cruise and went in to a lounge one day that was empty except for an old man sitting way across the room. After awhile the man waved to my friend to come over and join him. The guy was Mr. Borgnine and my friend said that he was the most charming person he had ever met. They sat and talked like they had been old friends. Needless to say that made the cruise totally worthwhile.
Don DiFonso
Don DiFonso that's when actors were down to earth
I met Mr. Borgnine in Milwaukee during the circus parade
An broken pocket watch brought EB to a clock shop in Gettysburg. My friend owned the shop and fixed EB's watch. He told me Ernest Borgnine was a really nice man.
@@anthonym5705 "A broken pocket watch."
This man is a classic and unforgettable actor. Love him.
Loved that show. It wasn't just an American favourite. I grew up in BC Canada. Remember rushing home to watch this after school when I was a young fellow. Many hours of laughter.
We all loved Mr. Borgnine growing up, McHales Navy is the TV show that really made him famous, we could use more good family friendly shows like that today, RIP Mr. Borgnine we still love you!
YOU'RE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT
Love that story he gives: a kid selling chocolate bars convinced him to do McHale's Navy!
Very fine actor, very much missed: RIP Ernest Borgnine.
Was pretty funny
As far as I know the only one left as of 2021 is "Fuji" . He's well into his 90's, and he was their Japanese sailor POW.
@@johnbockelie3899 From time to time, didn't he exclaim, "Mamma Mia"?
@@youtuber5305 On McHale's Navy, it was the Japanese prisoner , side kick who would often say " Mama Mia !!", when ever Mc Hale's crews plan would back fire. His name was " Fuji".
The reason he didn’t recognize him was because he was only doing movies. When he mentioned the other two actors the kid selling candy knew who they were because they were on popular tv shows of the time. So Ernest knew right then and there that being on tv was going to get him more exposure than the big screen.
Borgnine always impressed me as a regular guy. Yeah, he was an actor, an Academy Award winner and very versatile. But he just seemed like a guy who, on weekends, would paint the trim on his house, or wash the dog, help his wife, play with his kids. I'm sure he enjoyed his celebrity but it didn't seem to go to his head.
I agree. He really did seem like a normal guy.
I think you're right.
The key to his great success was that he was real. A bigger smile God never created. We sure could use more men the likes of EB today!!!
I got to see the Wide Wide World of Sports episode where Mr. Borgnine caught a World record marlin. HE fought it so long, his hands were bleeding.
He was a really great man.
He had a You Tube channel where he drove around the country in his bus. Look it up.
Indeed, a lovely man. We were blessed to have him. I wish there were more like him in Hollywood.
Mr. Borgnine loved people and it showed.
When Actors were great.. You did not have to be a model to get a job then.. Just talent.
Excellent point, I shudder to think of how many great performers we are likely not seeing because they don't have the right look or don't fit into the ever shrinking field of politically correct specialty groups. We are in fact doing the opposite of what the supposed intention is and yet not many people even notice!
I love Earnest Borgnine, one of my all time favorite actors. He had such a wonderful and kind demeanor.
Rest in Peace good man.
He was a wonderful and kind person. Have you watched his videos of him on his motor home?
I'm a lieutenant colonel, Army, and it's great Ernest Borgnine bacame an actor. So much comedy. Thanks for the happiness. A true Veteran. He served for our country as a Navy Chief. Thanks for your service. That's a great laugh.
Ernest Borgnine what a man. Best actor. Best personality. He was the best.
I was just watching the returns on TV! Love this show! Back when TV was decent and safe to let kids watch.
Really miss those days!
Such a genuine actor. Thoroughly deserved his Oscar for 'Marty'! Glad he changed his mind to do McHale. The movie inspiration he talks about looks to be 'Destination Gobi', but that is a drama based on a real story judging from the trailer. There is definitely a lot in common though with an earlier BBC Radio comedy series 'The Navy Lark', which I would also recommend.
Fun comical legend who enjoyed us ordinary folk , never a Hollywood superstar status...only an act! He always has time for anyone from wherever,honest warmth personality shines brighter than any Hollywood light....Peace and love to your family Ernie many thanks for your movies which you left us to watch forever. Hope your enjoying your ‘Sunbum’ up their meeting fellow travellers on your journey adventure. Cheers 👏👍😉🏴
Loved mchales navy when i was a kid,my favorite
Rest In Peace Mr. Borgnine. Always loved you, xx
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We could sure use more actors like him.
texaswader Unfortunately Hollywood doesn’t make actors like him any more.☹️
No doubt. A legend
We could use more *men* like him.
Borgnine was a beautiful human being. He was our treasure!
Ernie Borgnine was the reason I joined the Navy. RIP, paisano!
McHales navy is the reason i got kicked out of the navy.
He joined the Navy in 1938, he got out in 45', which of course made playing his character exceptionally easy and convincing.
This isn't about E.B., had to mention it because I thought you'd find it interesting.
I know this sounds crazy, but In my opinion, the most true to life, and most convincing comedic Navy movie is by far;
"Nobody's Perfect" (1968), starring James Whitmore as the Captain of a Dive Salvage ship homeported in Japan.
James Whitmore plays this old salt like an old salt and is hilarious beyond belief at just being regular "Navy".
@@elchoya100 The crew of the P. T. 73 broke every navy rule there is. Lucky the crew of the P.T.73 didn't get the firing squad.
@@davidwesley2525 But sometimes one or more got thrown into the brig, and had to be rescued out! LOL
Mermaid Man
I was one of those kids he talks about. I grew up in the 60’s and I loved that Show and Ernest was one of my most favorite actors ! What joy he brought to millions.
I was lucky enough to meet this great actor and man a few years ago at a Chillerthon. Hundreds of people waited on line to get a picture or autograph, You were allowed one question as the line went around the entire hotel. I asked him about Joe Flynn, I had heard that they didn't get along on McHales Navy (the great actor Mako, who guest starred about 7 times on the show told me he once saw Ernie and Joe almost come to blows. He said Flynn was a cranky complainer) Ernie said "Nah, Joe Flynn was a sweetheart!! A sweetheart!" I think they had one or 2 squabbles in 4 years but overall Ernie loved Joe Flynn and just about everyone else he worked with. That was Ernie, just a wonderful human being.
His acting wasn't what made him a great man. Read up on his military career and his work after the military. Incredible, inspiring, and honorable. We have far too few men like him.
That's for DAMN sure! well said Irish One, well said!
Which year did he pass on
@@bikosi9537 Google your question.. that's what it's there for.
@@bikosi9537 2012
@@intotheabyssoftheunknown4479 thanks
I enjoyed this interview with Ernest Borgnine and especially liked learning how he got the part as LCDR Quentin McHale. McHale's Navy was a favorite television program of mine when I was younger and influenced me to serve as a Navy officer just like McHale. Thanks to all the crew of PT-73. RIP Ernest Borgnine.
Stand up guy and one hell of an actor! May he rest in peace!
“Marty” was his best picture ever. I watch it every chance I get and miss this guy.
Nicest guy he ever played.
Loved Ernie Borgnine love to show me and my dad used to watch it when I was a child he laughed harder than I did
Ernest Borginine was the best of the best !!!!!! RIP Commander McHale
What a Fantastic actor Ernest Borgnine was. He worked almost to the end. RIP Mr.Borgnine,you are missed
A real class act..RIP SIR....
Bed time when I was a little guy was always around 8 o'clock. One of my childhood memories is laying in bed and hearing the theme song for this show coming from the living room echoing down the hall. My dad had it tuned in. Miss those days and especially miss my dad. Dad passed away 9/14 at 85. Love you pop.
McHale's Navy was one of the greatest TV shows of all time in my humble opinion
Always loved Captain Binghamton's conniption fits ....
I don't recall exactly when Ernie told me that . I met him while he was making Airwolf, and we had quite a few chats after that . He was very pro-military We hit it off pretty good because I was at the time a Navy Recruiter I remember one time he joined me and Ed McMahon Who was a Retired Col. in the Marines in a little restaurant called Chadneys, across the street from NBC studios and we talked about a little of everything , Both he and Ed could Talk ..I used to say when I saw him Hereeeeeers Ed , and He would say Herreeessss Ernie and Jake (me) and they would always talk my ear off.. I miss them both R.I.P. To both of them We will never see their like again !! Later Stay Safe !!.
I was one of those kids glued to the tv when McHale's Navy was on. McHale's Navy, No Time For Sargents, Hogan's Heros....what a great time to be a kid.
My favorite show of all time! The whole cast and crew were the best!
I recently read a medical study about longevity where research was done on 100 people, all of them over 85. I don't remember much of what I read but the most profound statement in the entire article was when one of the doctors was asked, "What, if anything did every one of these people have in common?" He said "There wasn't a grump among them, not a single one."
I think that tells us everything we need to know about life. Worry, stress, anger, hate etc all release poison into our systems at a level that we don't fully understand or appreciate yet. This man (and most others like him) have a joy for living that we should all learn from. You can see that he gets a great deal of joy just sitting and sharing stories with someone.
Ernest Borgnine was one of the greatest actors ever. Range?Anywhere between "McHales Navy" and "From Here to Eternity". Hero, villain, loser, uncle, boss, dad, soldier, brother, friend, tormenter, titanicly charismatic or utterly despicable, solid or flawed, this man could do it all
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Had the opportunity to meet Ernest Borgnine and his wife at a party when I was a kid. He was exactly what you see, a kind, humble, and funny human being. He took time from the party to listen to how much I loved the 1997 McHale's Navy movie. I will never forget that night.
One of my fave-o-rite shows growing up in the 1960s. Good clean fun that my folks had no problems letting my brother and I watch (and my mom would watch with us!).
Love the show and cast.. RIP////
That's what make's a TV series great. People having fun at what they do.
A fantastic comedy. They don't make shows like this anymore. A true classic.
What a great man! Love him dearly!
I didn't join the Navy because of McHale's Navy, but I'm sure I had it in my subconscious mind, and of course loved the show in any event.
James Whitmore said;
"Any man that doesn't join the Navy, is a jackass."
A BIG THANK YOU!! Mr. Borgnine for ALL the BIG laughs that I got by watching 'McHales Navy' re-euns, there were definitely alot of Big laughs!!!😂 Thx again...😎.......R.I.P....😔
It didn't hurt that he was working with good comedy actors like Joe Flynn and Tim Conway.
I COULD JUST SCREAM !!
What a wonderful man he was...Happy Heavenly B Day Mr Borgnine ! Thanks for all the fun..
When I was a kid I really loved watching McHale's Navy. Later in life I joined the US NAVY. 🇺🇸😊
A classic!!! Ernest Borgnine could do serious and comedic acting
shoot, as a little girl, I was watching it too!
For me it's sad that I started watching the show 3weeks ago. And realised that almost everyone of the crew are dead. Only Bobby is alive.
And I don't know why, but i miss those times in the 60s and I was born in the late 80s.
Those shows and films have "heart" it is good natured fun, it was possible saying jokes. And people understand that it was a joke, no body was offended.
I have the feeling that those times when the show was aired, the times were happier than today.
RIP to all actors and actresses of the show.
You made me hard loughing, sometimes I laughed with tears.
He was an interesting storyteller.
I really enjoyed his appearance on Little House on the Prairie. I can't recall if it was the pilot movie or a later episode, but the story revolved around Laura running away to some mountain top and Ernest playing some kind of hermit/angel to took care of her.
Always enjoyed E.B. / Talented, friendly face- Loved McHales Navy! His portrayal of Marty was excellent!
As a young kid in the 70ties in Costa Rica I remember watching "La marina de McHale" every afternoon in a black and white TV. it was wonderful, truly enjoyed it.
Great show just bought the series on DVD and have been watching it for a couple weeks now. Wouldn't have been any good without Borgnine and Conway.
Don't forget Joe Flynn and Bob Hastings!
Joe Flynn and Tim Conway were the best of friends. There's video of them attending Stan Laurel's funeral. And you can see just how good of friends they were. Joe left us too soon and we miss his great talent!
My dad loved the show and I almost always watched with him. Great cast . . . some of them having previously been with the Phil Silvers Show. I loved seeing Joe Flynn tear into Tim Conway, pure gold.
One of the greatest sitcoms in tv history.
Love these old timers. Ernest, Clint Eastwood, Lee Marvin, Kirk Douglas, Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, Sean Connery. Brilliant guys real men and they all have served.
I too was one of those kids who couldn't wait to watch McHales Navy and I still watch it today at my senior years. McHales Navy along with another older program were and are the very best of programs. Anything programs today are garbage. These are the best programs on the go.
R.I.P. Ernest Borgnine. Nicest actor I ever saw, his success didn't go to his head.
If I.would have join the navy. It would have been with Ernest borgnine. I Love that show growing up..
My dad was one of those kids who was right in front of the TV watching McHale's Navy and Hogan's Heroes.
Well, I've read dozens of comments here and not a word one against good ole Ernie....
How rare and wonderful to leave such a legacy.
Wonderful interview of one of the very best actors of all time & what a lovely person as well.
Love this man!
Loved watching this great show with Ernest Borgnine and fellow cast members!
An excellent actor, I always enjoyed his work.
McHale’s Navy was a uniquely American show, in the tradition of Phil Silvers Bilko show. When America was Great!
SUCH A GREAT AND FUN SHOW!!! ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!!
Me an my Brother loved watch M.N ur missed but not forgotten Ernie Thank u for Great Memories and Fun times GodBless ❤️🙏
Watching this made me flashback to my childhood, I was a big fan of McHales Navy, Just seems like yesterday
It was a great show. I was one of those kids--my mom always knew where I was when McHale's Navy was on!
I loved to watch MaHale’s Navy after school ( elementary) Sometimes I would think, I should be working on my homework. Damn though, it was fun to watch!
Ernest Borgnine is a beautiful actor and many others during the McHale Navy show.
I could sit and listen to this Great man all day! RIP, God bless your Soul!
So loved this show
Love the show, still watch it today. Also spent 6 yrs in navy because of this show.
@A In 2004, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Terry D. Scott bestowed on him the honorary title of Chief Petty Officer.
He had a great laugh. God bless his soul. Its sad that they all had to die. I hope i get to meet them on the other side. Whete we will be forever.
Peace and love
Glen
I Always Loved watching McHale’s Navy ! The one thing that mad this show so great was the chemistry among the actors ! Earnest Borgnine , Joe Flynn and Tim Conway ! What, What, What ?
In season 2 the writers for the show really kicked it up a notch . Then it was mad capped mayhem from their on out . Great side splitting comedy . R.I.P Ernest Borgnine
The best actor FROM Connecticut. RIP ERNIE.
I Love this guy. I remember this show I loved it. I too was in the US Navy 🇺🇸 1980
We had a family trip to Disney Land and on the way home we stopped for dinner at Allen Hales Lobster Barrel. After we were seated we heard a loud bellowing laughter coming from the rear of the dining area. It sounded familiar and I had to see who it was. There, seated at a long table was Ernest Borgnine, Telly Savalas and Don Rickels and others that I couldn’t recognize at a glance. No one bothered them, but we could hear the majority of it. They were thoroughly enjoying themselves as were we.
Most actors nowadays have no real life experience, in the old days they were cowboys, servicemen, salesmen, etc before their acting careers.
You got that right!.😎
Thanks for sharing this. Truly appreciated.
I remember my parents saying "Oh that is Ernest Borgnine from Marty!"
That is a great movie and shows just how talented this guy was.
Another of those shows that made growing up in the 60's so much fun.
We loved McHales Navy and so did our children. But none for our grandchildren, what a shame! Good clean fun!
Loved the show used to watch when I was a kid