One of Hollywood's most amazing and funniest actresses. She was heavily into wonderful charities and helped a great many people. She was fabulous in such movies as Auntie Mame, His Girl Friday, The Women, Gypsy, The Trouble with Angels, Mrs. Pollifax Spy, Crooked Hearts and so many more. She was nominated 4 times for an Oscar but sadly never won and should have. Just as sadly she passed away at 69 from breast cancer in 1976. She was very loved by all.
I used to watch this show every week with my parents when I was growing up. I would have been nine in 1953. I probably didn't know who Rosalind Russell was at the time, but I sure did in 1958 when I saw Auntie Mame. She was great in that.
I've watched it many times & laugh just as hard each time. I think I laugh more because I know what is coming. Kilgallen, go ahead Bennett it could be anything.
Please watch the wonderful broadcast of Wonderful Town on CBS here on RUclips to hear Hollywood royalty prepare for the great Leonard Bernstein’s wonderful score. Please revive this glorious musical with the GREAT Rosalind Russell! She was absolutely wonderful on this show. More more more please…
Me too. My mother was 12 when this episode aired so I sent the link to her & she laughed & enjoyed the fact that I too thought it hilarious despite my not being born back then.
66 years ago and I wasn't even 6 years old yet so me and my sister were probably in bed when this came on. Now I understand why my parents were out in the living room laughing their heads off.
And later in the year....she was to star in my favorite picture Picnic. Which, as today is Labor Day, I will be watching later! God bless your soul, Roz.
I love the way John Charles interacted and reacted to/with his guest stars and laughed so freely. He truly had the ability to put all contestants at ease😮.
In searching for the Mrs. Polifax movie l discovered some fascinating info. Ms Russell wrote the screen play, using her mother's madsin name as pseudonym. McKnight. My name. She was from the same area as my family. More research coming up! It would be something to find a distant relationship to one of my favorite stars.😅
This was 3 years before she became wildly famous for the role of the eccentric, loveable Auntie Mame, which, of course, is now one of the legendary films of the '50s. She was phenomenal in that. (Lucille Ball should never have even attempted that role.) It became Russell's the moment she performed it on Broadway, and when she also was the lead in the film version, her legacy was secured.
I read all the Mrs. Polifax books back in the day. They were so good i slipped them into my textbooks during class! I did not know they ha❤d been made into a movie. I am going to youtube right now! I hope l can find it. A perfect mix of fav actress with protagonist. Thank you for the info.
Ditto to all your comments ! ! ! My favorite WOMAN ! ! ! See her with Robt. Donat in "The Citadel" & the book was wwitten by A. G. Cronin, a great book, too.
The very great Rosalind Russell. It boggles my mind that I must have just been twelve or so when I saw Auntie Mame as a film (1958). I'm not sure I got the drift of the film, but I remember just how much I laughed, doubled over, at scenes where Russell appears. Robert, uk.
THIS is family TV at it's best!! We get to view all sorts of people: entertainers, writers, musicians, etc. WHY can't TV do better? ----> because we've been dumbed down. I miss old school programs like this. Entertainment and education with real talent. Our whole family (including my Grandpa and Granma) sat together to watch this show, Ed Sullivan, Jackie Gleason, etc., and enjoyed real talent, not the dazzle of computer generated special effects. I hope viewers who like this check out Saturday night Film Noir with Eddie Muller on Turner Classic Movies. My 96 year old mom loves the information provided by the host before and after every movie. We both appreciate what we learn. It is a relief to turn away from the news of today and focus on something positive. Often, the films are adapted from a novel and make very good reading.
No, the date is incorrect. This actually was 1953 because that was when she appeared in Wonderful Town. She was born in 1907, so she would have been 45 here...
Just love Rosalind Russell. My grandma used to be her seamstress. I can’t tell you how proud I am of that.
That's fun! Any stories?
Wow. How wonderful. I can believe you are proud. Very nice memory.
I would love to know some real life stories from your grandmother…RR seamed like a genuine beauty inside and out🌹
I love it!💕😀
Wow that's wonderful I loved Rosalind Russell 🙏❤️
She's having a BALL with stumping the panel!
She has to be the funniest mystery guest of the series! Such a sweet lady.
Rosalind was brilliant. This is probably my favourite.
Yea. This was a funny episode.
She was pure class
Quite possibly the very best mystery guest episode in the long run of WML. An absolute classic, I've watched this at least a dozen times.
One of Hollywood's most amazing and funniest actresses. She was heavily into wonderful charities and helped a great many people. She was fabulous in such movies as Auntie Mame, His Girl Friday, The Women, Gypsy, The Trouble with Angels, Mrs. Pollifax Spy, Crooked Hearts and so many more. She was nominated 4 times for an Oscar but sadly never won and should have. Just as sadly she passed away at 69 from breast cancer in 1976. She was very loved by all.
This woman was brilliant. Always.
Don't watch this while drinking hot cocoa... I'd seen it before and still cracked up! Love Rosalind's sense of humor!
Beer is even WORSE! 😂🤣
Her humor is so deadpan and straight, it cracks me up! The host’s laugh cracks me up, too, it’s so robust.
I used to watch this show every week with my parents when I was growing up. I would have been nine in 1953. I probably didn't know who Rosalind Russell was at the time, but I sure did in 1958 when I saw Auntie Mame. She was great in that.
I saw this before, and she was absolutely HILARIOUS!!!
I've watched it many times & laugh just as hard each time. I think I laugh more because I know what is coming. Kilgallen, go ahead Bennett it could be anything.
One of the best comedic actresses of all tome
She certainly was the funniest mystery guest by far. Yeah! Yeah!.
"Wonderful Town" opened on Broadway in 1953. This show was actually broadcast on Jan. 4, 1953.
Please watch the wonderful broadcast of Wonderful Town on CBS here on RUclips to hear Hollywood royalty prepare for the great Leonard Bernstein’s wonderful score. Please revive this glorious musical with the GREAT Rosalind Russell! She was absolutely wonderful on this show. More more more please…
rosalin is or was the best in acting,,loved all her movies,she had a lot of comidic talent,,i wish she was still here,,thank u roz where ever u are,,
I think this may be the most hilarious mystery guest ever!
It is the best, in my opinion.
I have watched this at least 20 times. It makes me laugh my ass off.!! So funny!!!❤
I never laughed so much with old TV programme...She is so talented beautiful and sooooo funny.......
Me too. My mother was 12 when this episode aired so I sent the link to her & she laughed & enjoyed the fact that I too thought it hilarious despite my not being born back then.
Such a talented actress, one of my favorites.
The best guest ever!
Amen.
I was a little more than a month away from being born when this was filmed..love her
Rosalind Russell was so funny and feisty
Any movie she was in was made that much greater because of her talent.
66 years ago and I wasn't even 6 years old yet so me and my sister were probably in bed when this came on. Now I understand why my parents were out in the living room laughing their heads off.
great comment
Her movies are laugh out loud funny - she could filet somebody with a smile!
One of the very best actresses. Also a great show. Thank god for RUclips.
One of the greatest actress no matter the scrip, musical, heavy subject, or bio pic. She will be always be remembered
And later in the year....she was to star in my favorite picture Picnic. Which, as today is Labor Day, I will be watching later! God bless your soul, Roz.
So elegant and I love the necklace and beautiful dress!
LOVE Rosalind Russell!
She was gorgeous even older, and that is for sure.
For context, she was 47 turning 48 during this, which explain her reaction to “under 48” haha
Braden The year in the description of this clip is incorrect, it was 1953 not 1955. Rosalind would have been 45 years old here.
Elspeth Coogan thats so like her. 😂 Rosalind
Indeed. She did not care she was called male but encouraged it. But the 48 was a step too far. Gotta love her humor.
She was ravishing, whatever her age. And of course, her sense of humor was off the charts.
She was a great star
I am impressed that the panel are all well dressed, and the men stand to great women guests.
I agree with you! What has happened?
A different era. But all charming. Guests & panel alike.
Ros' reaction to being called 'he' is priceless.
And 48. Up out of her seat with a knuckle sandwich on offer.
She was so underrated. And so funny.
Love her movies
One of the best in the business. I adore her.
Her role in Mame was exceptional. Her performance reminded me of my Aunt Irene from Brooklyn who loved that film as well.
I love the way John Charles interacted and reacted to/with his guest stars and laughed so freely. He truly had the ability to put all contestants at ease😮.
In searching for the Mrs. Polifax movie l discovered some fascinating info. Ms Russell wrote the screen play, using her mother's madsin name as pseudonym. McKnight. My name. She was from the same area as my family. More research coming up! It would be something to find a distant relationship to one of my favorite stars.😅
Bennet wasn’t going to let it go. She handled him perfectly. “ Carl is my father in law…”
One of WML most entertaining mystery guests...and pure class!!
She is the funniest mystery guest I've seen so far.
This was 3 years before she became wildly famous for the role of the eccentric, loveable Auntie Mame, which, of course, is now one of the legendary films of the '50s. She was phenomenal in that. (Lucille Ball should never have even attempted that role.) It became Russell's the moment she performed it on Broadway, and when she also was the lead in the film version, her legacy was secured.
I read all the Mrs. Polifax books back in the day. They were so good i slipped them into my textbooks during class! I did not know they ha❤d been made into a movie. I am going to youtube right now! I hope l can find it. A perfect mix of fav actress with protagonist. Thank you for the info.
Ditto to all your comments ! ! !
My favorite WOMAN ! ! !
See her with Robt. Donat in "The Citadel" & the book was wwitten by A. G. Cronin, a great book, too.
The very great Rosalind Russell. It boggles my mind that I must have just been twelve or so when I saw Auntie Mame as a film (1958). I'm not sure I got the drift of the film, but I remember just how much I laughed, doubled over, at scenes where Russell appears. Robert, uk.
She was the funniest mystery guests. RR is just darling.
Loved her in "The Trouble with Angels" with Haley Mills ❤❤❤❤ 😇
Ahhh she is a hoot. ♥️ Would love to have known her.
Really love these shows,such lovely people,true stars.
I agree. Could clean clever fun. All well mannered, polite & well read.
Lovely, Miss Russell and the great panel and of course JCD.
Love her!
A superlative comedienne in the forties: Roz Russell was such a treasure: she was 47 here.
Not 48 or she will offer anyone a punch in the face. She was hilarious.
@@maudeboggins9834 hahaha EXACTLY!
Rosalind is so so very funny.hahaha .very glamourous too
What a marvelous woman. Such a great episode.
This was hilarious!
Rest In Peace Rosalind Russell. Gone way too soon. Overdue condolences to the family for your loss. 😔💐
Is it weird for a 58 year old guy in 2022 to have a crush on Rosalind Russel? She's magnificent
Adam Watch: Well, appreciation might be a better word since she’s passed but many guys will know what you mean!
Nope! ☮️
Nope not at all.
Love Roz!
This is soo memorable 😂😅
the “leading man” line is in reference to her performance in His Girl Friday where she played a man’s role.
It's WONDERFUL to be able to see this classic moment from this beloved series. But note that this episode actually aired in 1953, not 1955.
Rosalind talent and manners, then restraint....love Dorothy and Bennet's responses...!!!
Love her
This episode is one of my favorite show to watch. I just adore Rosalind Russell. She is adorable. She is also beautiful.
My favourite guest by far.
Wonderful Town was a big hit! Rosalind also had another Broadway smash in "Auntie Mame."
Ironically, she turned 48 a few months after this aired if the air date of Jan 1955 is correct. This episode has been dated as 1953 too.
THE best!
I love her necklace.
Always Auntie Mame.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
She is indeed a remarkable Lady with genuine great sense of humor! 😊
I think the actual date of the program is January 5th 1953 before she opened in Wonderful Town
Roz is the best
Quite possibly the funniest mystery guest ever.
Classy show. Classy cast. Nothing as good today.
THIS is family TV at it's best!!
We get to view all sorts of people: entertainers, writers, musicians, etc.
WHY can't TV do better?
----> because we've been dumbed down.
I miss old school programs like this. Entertainment and education with real talent.
Our whole family (including my Grandpa and Granma) sat together to watch this show, Ed Sullivan, Jackie Gleason, etc., and enjoyed real talent, not the dazzle of computer generated special effects.
I hope viewers who like this check out Saturday night Film Noir with Eddie Muller on Turner Classic Movies.
My 96 year old mom loves the information provided by the host before and after every movie. We both appreciate what we learn. It is a relief to turn away from the news of today and focus on something positive.
Often, the films are adapted from a novel and make very good reading.
Pull your head out of the sand.
Or some such place.
Nobody tops the Roz.
Have you ever played a leading man?
Yeah!
Are you under 48?
Yeeeaaaahhh!
Most funny What's my line..
Not many beautiful woman can do comedy
Certainly not a false testament but I can think in any "beautiful" men (I don't try to be combative) doing comedy ¿? maybe Cary Grant the only one..
LMAO!!!
Gregory Village
This is not 1955. Wonderful Town began its run in 1953.
Roz wore that same necklace in her movie 'never wave at a wac'. I think she produced it so she must've used her personal wardrobe on the film.
Eve Peabody: Yes, you are correct as it was produced by her husband was Freddie Brisson.
Just before auntie mame
Audrey Daleski: AUNTI MAME was on Broadway in 1956.
She was actually 48 years old!
Ros actually was 47/48 years old in this episode 😄
No, the date is incorrect. This actually was 1953 because that was when she appeared in Wonderful Town. She was born in 1907, so she would have been 45 here...
@@randysills4418 This episode (S4, Ep18) was actually broadcast on January 4, 1953.
"Wonderful Town" would premier on February 25, 1953.
WRONG DATE! This is the show from Jan 4, 1953.
She must have been wonderful to know in real life.
I feel sorry for aging actresses in Hollywood. They're normally discarded by forty.
What happened to the One Question per panelist ... when quizzing a Celeb
I believe they changed that in later years.
@@TheLordHighXcutioner Rather makes their job simpler
thumbs up ifJustin scarred brought you here
S O M U C H F U N !!! 😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️
Miss Russell voice like miss Bette Davis
No her real voice was far from Bette Davis may be she impersonated Bette too well here
Rosalind was FAR BETTER and more honest and professional than Bette Davis.
She played some men's roles at an all-girls school...
'AUNTIE MAME'
"Under 48"; not under 47, 45... 50... 40...
Totally botched broadcast date listing here - Russell opened in Wonderful Town' in 1953, so 1955 is inaccurate.