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Part one of two of a 1981 20/20 piece on Jackie Gleason, narrated by Hugh Downs

1 of Timmie’s appearances on the Jackie Gleason Show. It was about 1969 when Timmie appeared on Television with this fabulous act.
Video Rating: four / five

Jackie Gleason brought an ingenious assortment of mannerisms, quirks, and temperment to a variety of invented characters, among them the one he is most identified with,…”Ralph Kramdem” from the 1950′s TV Classic, “The Honeymooners.” His unique style, facial expressions, body language, and memorable one-liners, earned him the deserved title, “THE GREAT ONE!”
Video Rating: 4 / 5

“It Pays To Be Ignorant” Professor Irwin Corey, Jayne Mansfield, Frank Fontaine

It’s Joe The Bartender’s birthday. Very touching sketch.
Video Rating: five / five

Frank Fontaine as the much loved Crazy Guggenheim on The Jackie Gleason Show from 1962. As a kid, it was my preferred part of the show.

Here is the opening to The Jackie Gleason Show from 9/29/62. Characteristics Jackie and the June Taylor Dancers.
Video Rating: four / 5

“It Pays To Be Ignorant” Professor Irwin Corey, Jayne Mansfield, Frank Fontaine

Jackie Gleason brought an ingenious assortment of mannerisms, quirks, and temperment to a variety of invented characters, among them the one he is most identified with,…”Ralph Kramdem” from the 1950′s TV Classic, “The Honeymooners.” His unique style, facial expressions, body language, and memorable one-liners, earned him the deserved title, “THE GREAT ONE!”

Here is the opening to The Jackie Gleason Show from 9/29/62. Features Jackie and the June Taylor Dancers.
Video Rating: 4 / 5