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Before long, they were as big as Elvis or the Beatles would be after them, creating hysteria wherever they went and grabbing an unprecedented hold over every entertainment outlet of the era: radio, television, movies, stage shows, and nightclubs. Martin and Lewis were a national craze, an American institution. The millions (and the women) flowed in, seemingly without end, and then, on July 24, 1956, 10 years from the day when the two men joined forces, it all ended.
After that traumatic day, the two wouldn't speak again for 20 years. And while both went on to forge triumphant individual careers, Martin as a movie and television star, recording artist, and nightclub luminary (and charter member of the Rat Pack); Lewis as the groundbreaking writer, producer, director, and star of a series of hugely successful movie comedies, their parting left a hole in the national psyche, as well as in each man's heart.
In a memoir by turns moving, tragic, and hilarious, Jerry Lewis recounts with crystal clarity every step of a 50-year friendship, from the springtime, 1945 afternoon when the two vibrant young performers destined to conquer the world together met on Broadway and 54th Street, to their tragic final encounter in the 1990s, when Lewis and his wife ran into Dean Martin, a broken and haunted old man.
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From his rapid-fire stand-up comedy riffs to his breakout role in Mork & Mindy and his Academy Award-winning performance in Good Will Hunting, Robin Williams was a singularly innovative and beloved entertainer. He often came across as a man possessed, holding forth on culture and politics while mixing in personal revelations - all with mercurial, tongue-twisting intensity as he inhabited and shed one character after another with lightning speed. But as Dave Itzkoff shows in this revelatory biography, Williams’ comic brilliance masked a deep well of conflicting emotions and self-doubt.
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Disappointing but worth a read
- By Joe Moore on 05-18-18
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All About Me!
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- By: Mel Brooks
- Narrated by: Mel Brooks
- Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins
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At 95, the legendary Mel Brooks continues to set the standard for comedy across television, film, and the stage. Now, for the first time, this EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winner shares his story in his own words.
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Wonderful and nostalgic
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Six-time Emmy Award-winning funnyman Tim Conway, best known for his characters on The Carol Burnett Show, offers a straight-shooting and hilarious memoir about his life on stage and off as an actor and comedian. In television history, few entertainers have captured as many hearts and made as many people laugh as Tim Conway. There's nothing in the world that Tim Conway would rather do than entertain - and in his first-ever memoir, What's So Funny?, that's exactly what he does.
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Not narrated by Tim
- By Bob Murdock on 05-05-14
By: Tim Conway, and others
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Henry Winkler, launched into prominence as “The Fonz” in the beloved Happy Days, has transcended the role that made him who he is. Brilliant, funny, and widely regarded as the nicest man in Hollywood (though he would be the first to tell you that it’s simply not the case, he’s really just grateful to be here), Henry shares in this achingly vulnerable memoir the disheartening truth of his childhood, the difficulties of a life with severe dyslexia, the pressures of a role that takes on a life of its own, and the path forward once your wildest dream seems behind you.
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Wowww what a life, what a man
- By Paul Schabes on 10-31-23
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Frank Sinatra & Dean Martin: Show Business Icons
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Like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin is an American legend for his longevity and success across a garden variety of different platforms. Martin began as a nightclub singer, performed in a comedy act, starred in films, recorded hit albums, and capped his career by serving as a television host. In fact there may be no star who was better able to transcend the different avenues of entertainment.
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The Boys
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Happy Days, The Andy Griffith Show, Gentle Ben - these shows captivated millions of TV viewers in the ’60s and ’70s. Join award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard and audience-favorite actor Clint Howard as they frankly and fondly share their unusual family story of navigating and surviving life as sibling child actors.
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The recording is awful, loud and then quiet
- By Adamas on 10-16-21
By: Ron Howard, and others
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This Time Together
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- Narrated by: Carol Burnett
- Length: 5 hrs and 40 mins
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This touching and hilarious memoir is 100 percent Carol Burnett—funny, irreverent, and irresistible.Carol Burnett is one of the most beloved and revered actresses and performers in America. The Carol Burnett Show was seen each week by millions of adoring fans and won twenty-five Emmys in its remarkable eleven-year run.
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Do not listen while driving
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But Enough About Me
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Scandalous, sentimental, frank, and sincere - the ultimate inside account of a television and film icon. Burt Reynolds has been a Hollywood leading man for six decades, known for his legendary performances, sex-symbol status, and storied Hollywood romances. In his long career of stardom, during which he was number one at the box office for five years in a row, Reynolds has seen it all. But Enough About Me will tell his story through the people he’s encountered on his amazing journey.
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Burt's story!
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As You Wish
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From actor Cary Elwes, who played the iconic role of Westley in The Princess Bride, comes a first-person account and behind-the-scenes look at the making of the cult classic film filled with never-before-told stories, exclusive photographs, and interviews with costars Robin Wright, Wallace Shawn, Billy Crystal, Christopher Guest, and Mandy Patinkin, as well as author and screenwriter William Goldman, producer Norman Lear, and director Rob Reiner.
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I don't normally write reviews but...
- By Anonymous on 10-18-14
By: Cary Elwes, and others
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Born Standing Up
- A Comic's Life
- By: Steve Martin
- Narrated by: Steve Martin
- Length: 4 hrs and 2 mins
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In the mid-70s, Steve Martin exploded onto the comedy scene. By 1978 he was the biggest concert draw in the history of stand-up. In 1981 he quit forever. Born Standing Up is, in his own words, the story of "why I did stand-up and why I walked away".
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Fantastic
- By Andrew on 11-30-07
By: Steve Martin
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Not That Fancy
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- By: Reba McEntire
- Narrated by: Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Carly Pearce, and others
- Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins
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The best things in life are really not that fancy. This audiobook featuring all-things-Reba invites you to get back to the basics of life: fun, food, friends, and family. In her first book in over two decades, actress and country music legend Reba McEntire takes you behind the scenes and shares the stories, recipes, and Oklahoma-style truths that guide her life.
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The queen didn’t disappoint
- By jojouknow on 10-18-23
By: Reba McEntire
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- Jane
- 04-26-06
A different sort of love story
This really is a love story. Jerry Lewis speaks reverently and with great affection for his long time partner and good friend Dean Martin. From their humble beginnings to the height of their popularity in the 1950's to the tragic break ten years after they teamed up, Lewis hits all the highs and lows with vivid portraits, humerous anecdotes and most importantly a touching and loving portrait of the complex man that was Dean Martin. While Lewis is not at all modest (he seems to take credit for most of their successes), he still cops to his own demons and the effect they had on the partnership.It is so emotional at times this listener found herself in tears listening to the loss and pain the break brought both stars. Peppered with portraits of famous stars, mobsters and studio bossess, and narrated with an uncanny similarity to Lewis' voice,This audiobook is among my favorites, and it is a timely and lovely tribute to the great Dino.
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- Losdal
- 01-26-06
before you purchase!!!
Please..get the unabridged version, if only for the narrator, Stephen Hoye-he is magnificent and brings the characters to life, especially Jerry. Now that I've purchased and listened,curiosity led me back to the narrator sample of the abridged vesion. Suffice to say, I made the correct choice.
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- D. Russo
- 03-01-18
Oh boy! What a relief!
The story of this book is beyond spectacular, if you are a fan of dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. The performance is perfect. The New Yorker accent is flawless. The dean Martin and Jerry Lewis impersonations are spectacular.
An incredible journey as seen from the point of view of the masterful Jerry Lewis. This is worth every penny invested in this book.
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- David
- 05-14-14
All-Time Greats!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I would definitely recommend this book for its honesty, humor and touching moments.
What did you like best about this story?
It's not only a backstage look at one of the all-time greatest partnerships, but also a loving tribute to a great friend.
Have you listened to any of Stephen Hoye’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
First time listen. Great job!
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
It made me laugh and sad at times.
Any additional comments?
Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis will always be remembered because of their talent, style, charm and humor of the likes which we will never see again.
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- William C. Earle
- 09-12-20
Bygone days
My Dad was a huge fan of their team. As a kid, I recall the long telethons on Labor Day weekend that were part of the traditions of my childhood. I enjoyed the story and the narration. Thanks to Martin and Lewis for the laughs!
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-17-22
WOW ! WOW ! WOW !
Took Me Back To The Good Ole Days. Jerry Lewis Gave Us A Beautiful Tribute To An Amazing Man In Dean Martin. For Those Of Us Who Knew These Days, We Got A Brilliantly Told Behind The Scene Story Of These Two Entertainment Masters. I Loved Them Before, I Love Them Even More Now. Narration Was Off The Charts FANTASTIC!
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- Kristine
- 07-23-09
Wonderful!
What an interesting and wonderfully done memoir. Some audiobooks, I find myself drifting away, but not this one. This one had my undivided attention throughout the whole book. Well worth listening to.
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- Lynda Neal
- 09-07-20
A must read!
If you love biographies you will love this. Great personal info and a true love story between Dean and Jerry. Great book!
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- JALEVAIR
- 09-23-14
If you love rollercoasters....
What made the experience of listening to Dean and Me the most enjoyable?
The narration was some of the best work I have ever listened to.
What does Stephen Hoye bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
I thought as though I was right there in the room as the conversations were happening. A fly on the wall - so to speak.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes it was.
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- noladel
- 04-22-18
Interesting Premise
What did you love best about Dean and Me?
It was interesting to get to know what went on behind the curtain.
Who was your favorite character and why?
I didn't realize that Dean Martin was such a dark person.
What does Stephen Hoye bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Actually, I would have enjoyed listening to the book more had Jerry Lewis been the narrator.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
I believe a film was already made. Perhaps not from this book, but similar. It was a made for TV move, if I recall correctly.
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