What a life he had growing up. Wow! So glad he became an actor. You are so right about his demeanor. Always gracious,kind & funny. Such a great body of work he was able to do. There is no one like him today. Thank you so much for sharing his story.
Such a shame that his house was not preserved to interpret his amazing life. Thanks for doing what you could to bring it all to us. Your vlogs are amazing!!!
@ck4426 The area would not support it. Most of the homes in that neighborhood are slums; literally. Danville has a rich history, but has gone down hill considerably today.
There has been a committee that has spent decades trying to fix this house up. They could not get either one of the brothers to help out with the expense.
@@JMelissaMc The neighborhood is very bad. They would have to have 24 hour security and some one would have to live there. 99% of the homes around there are dilapidated. It is one of the worst parts of Danville.
Loved this, well done. Did not know any of this, again thanks for your hard work for this, not just talking about but all the research that goes into these
Jordan, it's great to see that you are still sharing your wonderful adventures with us. Your fun and informative videos helped get me through the pandemic. In regard to Danville, as a fan of history and comedy, I was both shocked and saddened to see that a comedian of Mr. Van Dyke's stature and longevity was not included on that first city marker sign. Also, it was equally distressing to see that his childhood home was not acknowledged with a sign. That said, I suppose it is too much to ask that the house be preserved. If not, the town will lose a piece of its history and heritage. Shame.
Thanks for showing this. It’s sad that no one has stepped up to fix it up and turn it into a museum or visitor center. Of course, if it’s not in the best neighborhood that may explain why.
I hope so too.. there is a slim chance we will be at the same event in october.. i highly recommend his audio book. Hearing him read it himself is very entertaining
This was fun Jordan !! I enjoyed this Vlog very much was very interesting like you said too bad they could not of have turned his & brothers childhood home into a museum. We are still very lucky to have him with us. Safe Travels Jordan & Jah , Dakota sends her love 💕 to Jah 🐶🐾From Colorado. You,Katie & Jah Stay Blessed.
Sad to see the condition of his house. Guess he moved on and never thought of it again. I love him. He's a funny man. Thanks for telling his story. You and Katie take care.
Dont forget the detective series he did with his son where he played a doctor. His son was the detective. Even did a spot with Andy Griffith who was an attorny.
Isn't it amazing that he is 99. I love his Disney movies and his show. Such a great man. Thanks Jordan. Jah looks so cute sleeping. That's nice that you can take him with you. I know he's a lot of company. God Bless. Take care.
My grandma born 1923 at 4 1/5 went with her dad to sell War cries she would go down one side and her dad the other side. It was an every different place and time back then!
I just wish you could have gone into DHS, we have several mementos from the both of them! The Gilbert St McDonald's is in honor of the "Hometown Hero's"! Their parents are buried at Sunset Cemetery on the North side of town. There are many other markers and honors bestowed upon the both of them that are located all throughout town. The Fischer Theater has been completely restored on the inside to it's original format. It is simply AMAZING!!!!! Maybe someday you could make another trip and go inside to explore! Thank you for the video! I am an avid viewer of yours and this one took me by surprise!
Great video! Its a shame how it fell into such disrepair. The town is full of abandoned homes..My wife's grandmother grew up across the street from him. She told us a lot of stories of them playing on that very porch. Danville is actually rich in history
The fischer theater was run down. Around 2000? They all came back to danville to start the renovation of fischer theater. The inside of the theater is beautiful. They have great venues.
I loved Jerry as Luther. I never was a big fan of his brother but knew he was a talented actor and a all out good guy..Great video...very informative..
I just remembered one of his made for tv movies called The Morning After, 1974. He played an alcoholic and I will never forget that movie, it certainly left an impression on me at 10 years old. It's really hard to find a copy of that movie, but I bought one some years ago, it's not very clear. Going to re-watch it again.
My mom went to school with him. Danville went downhill. Gene hackman and Bobby short and Donald conner was from here also. Always loved him. Thx for vid.
My 7-8th. grade English teacher claimed to have been neighbors of them growing up...I wonder if that was the home...Roanne Blakney was her name and she recently passed.I remember her bringing in a Christmas card from one of them once...😢
I have been to Danville but it's been years. Where I currently work has an office in Danville and from what I hear the town is pretty poor and has a lot of crime.
This is so fascinating and sad at the same time. It would be nice to preserve these structures for posterity. On a related note, Lillian Gish’s childhood home (built circa 1900) is still standing at 621 Linden Ave. in Springfield Ohio but it also looks a little worse for wear. If people only knew what these walls were witnesses to.
Why hasn't this house been made a tourist attraction? Anywhere else this would have become a museum, even dismantling and moving it to an area where it would have been appreciated.
Good morning 🌞 I saw/saved a great picture of Shelley Winters. I'd love to send it to you but I'm not on other social media. Anyway. Shellley Winters was asked to Audition for a project. & also asked to bring her resume and headshot. Shelley arrived to her Audition carrying a HUGE carpetbag. When asked for her headshot & resume. She opened the bag and took out her 1st Academy Award and said "Here's my photo" then took out her Second Oscar and said "Here's my Fn resume" That story made me smile 😃 I hope it makes you smile also.
They should preserve that home, I am surprised they have not made it an attraction. DVD was a big deal back in the 60's through 70's and even the 80's..had quite a carreer in entertainment.
That's wonderful to hear! I spent many a days at the Fischer. Lived in the Plaza Hotel with my Granny and Grandpa back in the 60's before they tore it down. Worked at the Brown Derby Restaurant for about a week till they found out I was underaged and had to let me go, told me to come back when I was 18 but they tore it down too 😢
@@michealgreenburg2647 sorry I was 15 years old and now I'm 68. Don't even remember who managed it then. Do remember Jean who ran the bar at the Plaza and Walter who let me run the elevator sometimes when nobody was looking 😁
Love this vlog! Love DVD!!! Didn't know any of this, his background, history, and he's always been so interesting to me, every since my dad took us to see Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Drive Inn when I was a kid! ;) Ty awesome!!
I've been to and through Danville many times starting in 1973 when I was invited to a friend's home there. Statistics show that Danville was at its second peak around that time. (The first peak was during the coal mining and railroad days.) Danville started to go down hill around the early to mid 70s. They have tried to revive the downtown area, but Danville pretty much is an undesirable city in which to live today. Property is cheap, but crime and poverty are high. A casino to the east of Danville didn't do much for the city at all. The mall is vacant, as are many of the businesses today. There is nothing and no one to support the city's economy.
Hilarious excerpt from the biography of Dustin Hoffman: he just couldn’t stop talking as a kid so chatty I don’t remember all the details but : “for the first five years of my life I thought my name was shut up ! ”
What a life he had growing up. Wow! So glad he became an actor. You are so right about his demeanor. Always gracious,kind & funny.
Such a great body of work he was able to do. There is no one like him today. Thank you so much for sharing his story.
Thanks 😊 Jordan. I've never seen anyone show this stuff before. Good to see Dick's childhood home before it's probably knocked down. 🎉
Jordan always brings fresh and interesting content! Great work…..
My older sister moved to Danville and I have great memories of Danville in the late 60's and 70's....home of Chuckles jelly candies.
I learned so much about him. Glad you were able to go to his childhood home before it's demolished.
Oh Jordan, that was great, I've enjoyed your last few videos with Katie, but this was special! Thanks so much!
Such a shame that his house was not preserved to interpret his amazing life. Thanks for doing what you could to bring it all to us. Your vlogs are amazing!!!
@ck4426 The area would not support it. Most of the homes in that neighborhood are slums; literally. Danville has a rich history, but has gone down hill considerably today.
@@billa1870 That’s really sad that the city does not realize the treasure they have.
There has been a committee that has spent decades trying to fix this house up. They could not get either one of the brothers to help out with the expense.
@@JMelissaMc The neighborhood is very bad. They would have to have 24 hour security and some one would have to live there. 99% of the homes around there are dilapidated. It is one of the worst parts of Danville.
Great video Jordan. He was a big part of my childhood with his Disney movies and tv show.
I was thinking that too, that the house would make a pretty cool museum. With all the other celebrity tie-ins in the town, I'm sure it'd be a success.
Thank you for another interesting vlog, Jordan❣️
Love this ❤Thank you Jordan!
That’s how it was in those days, my dad is 96 and will 97 in December and all the family lived close to one another ❤
Loved this, well done. Did not know any of this, again thanks for your hard work for this, not just talking about but all the research that goes into these
Jordan, it's great to see that you are still sharing your wonderful adventures with us. Your fun and informative videos helped get me through the pandemic. In regard to Danville, as a fan of history and comedy, I was both shocked and saddened to see that a comedian of Mr. Van Dyke's stature and longevity was not included on that first city marker sign. Also, it was equally distressing to see that his childhood home was not acknowledged with a sign. That said, I suppose it is too much to ask that the house be preserved. If not, the town will lose a piece of its history and heritage. Shame.
That was great. How entertaining and educational. You have taken biography to a new level art form.
Thanks for showing this. It’s sad that no one has stepped up to fix it up and turn it into a museum or visitor center. Of course, if it’s not in the best neighborhood that may explain why.
Also worth noting, the Fischer theatre, prior to its restoration, served as “museum” commemorating the stars seen on the mural next door.
I really hope DVD himself sees this video. He would really love it
I hope so too.. there is a slim chance we will be at the same event in october.. i highly recommend his audio book. Hearing him read it himself is very entertaining
What a great story!!! Thank you so much for sharing. I hope he gets to see this!
Great video Jordan! Thank You!
Thank you for the video! It was great! I live about 70 miles south of there!
Great episode Jordan 👍 Another great history lesson
This was fun Jordan !! I enjoyed this Vlog very much was very interesting like you said too bad they could not of have turned his & brothers childhood home into a museum. We are still very lucky to have him with us. Safe Travels Jordan & Jah , Dakota sends her love 💕 to Jah 🐶🐾From Colorado. You,Katie & Jah Stay Blessed.
Thank you Jordan! I love following you on your adventures.
Great video, thank you for sharing it with us.
Sad to see the condition of his house. Guess he moved on and never thought of it again. I love him. He's a funny man. Thanks for telling his story. You and Katie take care.
He had a charisma that you could never fake ❤️
Thank you for sharing Jordan
Dont forget the detective series he did with his son where he played a doctor. His son was the detective. Even did a spot with Andy Griffith who was an attorny.
✨Thank you Jordan! Love him and so happy he is still around. Great vlog! ~Love&Light♥️C.
Isn't it amazing that he is 99. I love his Disney movies and his show. Such a great man. Thanks Jordan. Jah looks so cute sleeping. That's nice that you can take him with you. I know he's a lot of company. God Bless. Take care.
My grandma born 1923 at 4 1/5 went with her dad to sell War cries she would go down one side and her dad the other side. It was an every different place and time back then!
So glad you’re showing things no one shows! Baby Boomers like me enjoy it. It’s our era! Thank you.
I just wish you could have gone into DHS, we have several mementos from the both of them! The Gilbert St McDonald's is in honor of the "Hometown Hero's"! Their parents are buried at Sunset Cemetery on the North side of town. There are many other markers and honors bestowed upon the both of them that are located all throughout town. The Fischer Theater has been completely restored on the inside to it's original format. It is simply AMAZING!!!!! Maybe someday you could make another trip and go inside to explore! Thank you for the video! I am an avid viewer of yours and this one took me by surprise!
It was sunday. It was closed. Ill come back some time and try to see some more! Id love to see more
Great video! Its a shame how it fell into such disrepair. The town is full of abandoned homes..My wife's grandmother grew up across the street from him. She told us a lot of stories of them playing on that very porch. Danville is actually rich in history
really cool , love seeing the old houses of stars , actors , musicians
Enjoyed the video Jordan as always keep up the great work
Excellent Video!! Thank You Jordan!!
Nice video. Glad to have the intro back
The fischer theater was run down. Around 2000? They all came back to danville to start the renovation of fischer theater. The inside of the theater is beautiful. They have great venues.
Love this channel u are the best love ur dog too be safe 😊
I loved Jerry as Luther. I never was a big fan of his brother but knew he was a talented actor and a all out good guy..Great video...very informative..
Jerry was hilarious on Coach.. i get the impression he was a lot like the character.. sounded very quick-witted
Jerry played the lead in Angel in my pocket
I just remembered one of his made for tv movies called The Morning After, 1974. He played an alcoholic and I will never forget that movie, it certainly left an impression on me at 10 years old. It's really hard to find a copy of that movie, but I bought one some years ago, it's not very clear. Going to re-watch it again.
I’m very saddened to see that the town is apparently showing no interest in doing something historical with this home. 😢
Very cool one,been awhile dince ive been able to watch but i love your videos,ive mentioned before,keep it up
Southern Illinois, what a beautiful place to live
Thank you for the great day 😀 stay safe be careful God bless
I met him years ago and he WAS the nicest guy !
Enjoyed this video😃
I worked in Danville years ago. A lady coworker went to high school with him. She had some funny stories about him.
Love you channel. God bless you both
My mom went to school with him. Danville went downhill. Gene hackman and Bobby short and Donald conner was from here also. Always loved him. Thx for vid.
My 7-8th. grade English teacher claimed to have been neighbors of them growing up...I wonder if that was the home...Roanne Blakney was her name and she recently passed.I remember her bringing in a Christmas card from one of them once...😢
Huge fan of his, this was interesting and awesome to see!
Great research Jordan! I love DVD.
Awesome video jordan
Enjoyed this!
I have been to Danville but it's been years. Where I currently work has an office in Danville and from what I hear the town is pretty poor and has a lot of crime.
Great video. My Mom grew up in a neighborhood just like his with all her Family living close by
Another great video. Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Awesome thanks for sharing!!✌️🇺🇲
Great job, Jordan. 👏👏👏
I wish id have known you were coming here. I could have met Jaw. Lol. Love you guys.
Jordon, You Are Always Out Doing yourself. Thank You dj discoworm
This is so fascinating and sad at the same time. It would be nice to preserve these structures for posterity. On a related note, Lillian Gish’s childhood home (built circa 1900) is still standing at 621 Linden Ave. in Springfield Ohio but it also looks a little worse for wear. If people only knew what these walls were witnesses to.
I vlogged lillian gish's home in springfield
@@DazewithJordantheLion Great! I’ll look the video up; didn’t see it.
@@DazewithJordantheLion I have to take that back; I am so absent minded. I did see that great vlog in your old hometown! That was an awesome trip.
Why hasn't this house been made a tourist attraction? Anywhere else this would have become a museum, even dismantling and moving it to an area where it would have been appreciated.
Thanks Jordan
Has Danville thought of boosting tourism to generate revenue for the town's upkeep?
You should buy that Jordan and fix it up ! Thanks for your videos good man !
Very interesting Jordan.....thanks.
I live in Danville! How'd I miss this?? I could have shown you a few things 😊
Diagnosis Murder....GREAT SHOW!! Everything he did was Class
Met Him early 2000's such a gracious man
Good morning 🌞
I saw/saved a great picture of Shelley Winters. I'd love to send it to you but I'm not on other social media. Anyway.
Shellley Winters was asked to Audition for a project. & also asked to bring her resume and headshot.
Shelley arrived to her Audition carrying a HUGE carpetbag. When asked for her headshot & resume.
She opened the bag and took out her 1st Academy Award and said "Here's my photo" then took out her Second Oscar and said "Here's my Fn resume"
That story made me smile 😃
I hope it makes you smile also.
My father grew up in the same town😊
A national treasure, and so is the house, love this man. Shout out to Monicals Pizza.
They should preserve that home, I am surprised they have not made it an attraction. DVD was a big deal back in the 60's through 70's and even the 80's..had quite a carreer in entertainment.
This is a great video!
Cool video, I didnt know this abt Dvd! ❤❤❤❤ you rock!!!❤❤❤❤
Grey vlog, ty for all the info on DVD, what an interesting life, great comedian 😎
He played a killer in an episode of Columbo. Great episode!
The Fischer Theater where he worked has been wonderfully restored.
That's wonderful to hear! I spent many a days at the Fischer. Lived in the Plaza Hotel with my Granny and Grandpa back in the 60's before they tore it down. Worked at the Brown Derby Restaurant for about a week till they found out I was underaged and had to let me go, told me to come back when I was 18 but they tore it down too 😢
@@sharilarson6635 Did you know a waitress named Vi?
@@michealgreenburg2647 sorry I was 15 years old and now I'm 68. Don't even remember who managed it then. Do remember Jean who ran the bar at the Plaza and Walter who let me run the elevator sometimes when nobody was looking 😁
Also went to Southview Jr High in about 72- 73 . Mr. Bo,Mr. Hoffman. Yep I'm sure old😳🤣
Love this vlog! Love DVD!!! Didn't know any of this, his background, history, and he's always been so interesting to me, every since my dad took us to see Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at the Drive Inn when I was a kid! ;) Ty awesome!!
oh wow you went by my area to head to Danville! Welcome
The town needs to preserve this house!
Great one! And keep wearing that Cubs hat!
I've been to and through Danville many times starting in 1973 when I was invited to a friend's home there. Statistics show that Danville was at its second peak around that time. (The first peak was during the coal mining and railroad days.) Danville started to go down hill around the early to mid 70s. They have tried to revive the downtown area, but Danville pretty much is an undesirable city in which to live today. Property is cheap, but crime and poverty are high. A casino to the east of Danville didn't do much for the city at all. The mall is vacant, as are many of the businesses today. There is nothing and no one to support the city's economy.
He had a crazy and wonderful life
❤❤❤❤SUCH A WONDERFUL VIDEO 🎉🎉🎉 I LOVED HIM TO!!
Thanks for vlog
I wish some of the towns i lived in had trollleys, though i could catch the cta in Wilmette
Thank you for a great vlog! Say hi to Katie and a pat on the head to Jah.
Wonderful video!!!! Love him!
He was in Disney Movies I luv!❤ shame about the House falling apart. Good video
Do you remember where the street sign is honoring him. We are headed there tomorrow.
Hilarious excerpt from the biography of Dustin Hoffman: he just couldn’t stop talking as a kid so chatty I don’t remember all the details but :
“for the first five years of my life I thought my name was shut up ! ”
I wonder why James Dean isn't on Danville's celebrity wall. That small town turned out a lot of famous people.
Because he wasnt from danville, il.. james dean is from fairmount, indiana
@@DazewithJordantheLion Gotcha. Thanks!
Is there someting being done with the homes Red Skelton and Jimmy Stewart grew up in ?
Don't forget another former resident of Danville - jazz singer Bobby Short.
I showed him in the mural
@@DazewithJordantheLion ok
Mr.Van Dykehad test anxiety. It can happen!!
jordan the small town, well was smaller back then, we never locked our door in our house or car till I was about 17, my junior year of high school