Dino....

[the ringo kid]

He was a handsome man. I see a reminder of what is in store for all of us... if we live that long.

I don't know about the guns. Heard many times that all he cared about was golfing. I guess one could have worse faults.

He was a good entertainer. Never saw him in person but did watch him on TV "back in the old days." Thanks for sharing the pic.

My good friend in N.C. knew him and can tell stories about him. Im trying to get her to join this site--she has loads of photos and stories to tell. My friend also knew other famed folks like: Frank Sinatra, David Janssen, Dale Robertson and I cant remember who else? Keith also knew Chuck Connors and helped him through treatment for drugs. Anyway, ill try yet once again to get her to join--the stories and images she has are amazing. Also, I dont know if its a Cardinal Sin here or not? but--Keith is also writing a book about her relationship with these and others. Keith is also probably the only Lady you will ever meet-with Keith as a first name.

 

[Hawkswill]

New Member

I just joined. I am Ringo Kid's friend in the Blue Ridge Mtns. of NC. He got all right except I didn't help Chuck with the drugs, just got him to the first tee in time not to miss his tee off time in a pro-am golf tournament, LOL. Hi ALL! I DID see him in Palm Springs after he had beat the drugs..what a different guy..........super nice. We invited him to breakfast at my club and I played a few holes with him. KEITH

My good friend in N.C. knew him and can tell stories about him. Im trying to get her to join this site--she has loads of photos and stories to tell. My friend also knew other famed folks like: Frank Sinatra, David Janssen, Dale Robertson and I cant remember who else? Keith also knew Chuck Connors and helped him through treatment for drugs. Anyway, ill try yet once again to get her to join--the stories and images she has are amazing. Also, I dont know if its a Cardinal Sin here or not? but--Keith is also writing a book about her relationship with these and others. Keith is also probably the only Lady you will ever meet-with Keith as a first name.

 

[the ringo kid]

I just joined. I am Ringo Kid's friend in the Blue Ridge Mtns. of NC. He got all right except I didn't help Chuck with the drugs, just got him to the first tee in time not to miss his tee off time in a pro-am golf tournament, LOL. Hi ALL! I DID see him in Palm Springs after he had beat the drugs..what a different guy..........super nice. We invited him to breakfast at my club and I played a few holes with him. KEITH

There is a higher being after all--the Keith has joined.

 

[Hawkswill]

I loved the ole Dino. He lived life they way he wanted to.

Very true.......he partied , but nothing like the rest. MOST of the time he worked and went home to his family.....his kids will tell you that. Good Guy and good friend. KEITH

 

[Hawkswill]

The only thing about Dean was in his older stage of life he just kind of faded away, kind of like Carson. Sinatra, George Burns and Sammy on the other hand performed almost to the bitter end. Either he was sicker than we knew or he just lost his will to perform. Not that there is anything wrong with that - he is of course entitled to live his last few years anyway he saw fit.

Some performers HAD to keep working because they were not set up to quit.....Dino had done it right as was able to retire to play golf as he has always wanted, LOL!

 

[A10]

Welcome Hawkswill, I think you'll like it here. Buncha great folks.....

 

[the ringo kid]

Welcome Hawkswill, I think you'll like it here. Buncha great folks.....

That's what ive been telling her and when she gets started--better look out. Also, im going to see if she will also pass out some "info ammo" about the usage of Black Powder weapons as well-for folks like me who knows nada about them.

 

[bobsdad]

Some years ago, I read one of the biographies of Dean Martin. Our family always watched his show and thought it was great entertainment! I was kind of surprised to read, in the biography, that he actually didn't care much for one his famous songs, "That's Amore" (you know...when the moon hits your eye, like a big pizza pie, that's amore). Supposedly he thought it was kind of goofy. I always wondered if that was true. Maybe Sip or our new member knows? I always liked the song, and it's a great "sing along" tune.

Dean Martin - That's Amore - YouTube

 

[Cyrano]

Thanks, Hawkswill, if you post it, I will sure read it.

 

[the ringo kid]

Thanks, Hawkswill, if you post it, I will sure read it.

Me too. Ive seen a few of her photos (not first hand) and she has some good ones to share.

 

[Hawkswill]

Some years ago, I read one of the biographies of Dean Martin. Our family always watched his show and thought it was great entertainment! I was kind of surprised to read, in the biography, that he actually didn't care much for one his famous songs, "That's Amore" (you know...when the moon hits your eye, like a big pizza pie, that's amore). Supposedly he thought it was kind of goofy. I always wondered if that was true. Maybe Sip or our new member knows? I always liked the song, and it's a great "sing along" tune.

Dean Martin - That's Amore - YouTube

Sorry, just got back over here. From what I saw, Dino was just tired as any singer or group would be for being asked for the same song over and over again. I never heard him say he actually didn't like it. Sorry for the delay in answering, Bobsdad. KEITH

 

[RonJ]

Hey Sip, for some reason I was thinking of a much younger, shorter Dino when I read the title.

 

[labworm]

Hey Sip, for some reason I was thinking of a much younger, shorter Dino when I read the title.

Try and pay attention, this thread is about Dino from the Flintstones.

 

[PALADIN85020]

Look at the size of his hands! They rival those of Bill Jordan. You know what they say about a man's hand size...

As a side note, my wife was the other person besides Dean who was born in Steubenville, Ohio.

John

P.S. - gotta see this - Dino with Bob Newhart: "The toupee skit." It'll bring tears to your eyes!

The Dean Martin Show: The Toupee Skit - YouTube

 

[OFT II]

I've heard that he used to box before the war and had broken his knuckles more than once.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

Saw him in Vegas, loved his TV show, loved his movies.
Especially the movie with the Duke!

 

[the ringo kid]

Saw him in Vegas, loved his TV show, loved his movies.
Especially the movie with the Duke!

He did two or three with Duke:

Rio Bravo and The Sons of Katie Elder come to mind. I cant recall if there was a 3rd movie with Duke or not?

 

[shouldazagged]

P.S. - gotta see this - Dino with Bob Newhart: "The toupee skit." It'll bring tears to your eyes!

The Dean Martin Show: The Toupee Skit - YouTube

That's wonderful!

Newhart didn't have the control that Tim Conway showed when doing hilarious stuff, but Dino held up a little better than Harvey Korman.

 

[Steely Dan]

My all time favorite.

These were the golden years and giants of comedy. Today's "talent" pales in comparison.



http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=zhoJqf9-Wk0&desktop_uri=/watch?v=zhoJqf9-Wk0

 

[pineappleshooter]

Actually there are 3 famous people from Steubenville, OH. Dino is the most famous, the dark haired chick from 3's Company, and Traci Lords (adult film star).