It is 20 years and 4 months since my friend, Scott, passed away with AIDS...I will never forget his talking of Elizabeth Taylor's taking this very public stand when no one else would...he had tears in his eyes describing her as an ANGEL sent to earth.... what an exquisite human being....what a life well-spent!!
I wrote to her to thank her for all she had done, and because of her my life was easier and longer. I wanted her to know that I knew she had affected the lives of millions of people, simply because she cared enough. I was driving to the post office to mail the letter when I heard on the radio that she had died. So, I said it out loud, hoping somehow she would hear me or at least know... Not many people who have lived on Earth have changed hearts and minds the way she did, and not many have been able to reach so many and save so many. Exquisite" is an excellent word for her. When you are in the service of your fellow-man, you are in the service of God. And, if that is true, I worry about all those people who think poor people are lazy, those who say they don't want to pay for free school lunches for kids from poor families, and those who think if you can't afford health insurance than you don't deserve it, and who don't believe the elderly and disabled deserve Social Security... If they aren't serving their fellow man, then who are they serving? I was and am in awe of Elizabeth Taylor and also Princess Diana, who stole a car from the Royal Household (after being told she couldn't have a car and she could not leave) and drove herself to London to be with a man dying from AIDS because she promised no matter where she was she would get there when the time came - Diana also changed hearts and minds for the better.
Watch the video of Diana arriving @ Toronto AIDS hospice Casey House, a visibly ill resident awaits her arrival in his pajamas & wheelchair, when she sees him she parks it on the radiator in front of him so they can meet & greet. She was reportedly furious when another visit elsewhere was said to have been staged with non-patients. Neither woman allowed their rage @ injustice to prevent them from being of public service to strangers in need,
"..I call upon you to draw from the depths of your being, to prove that we are a human race.." Those last few sentences from her speech should be put on a plaque somewhere in her honor. Thank you Oscars channel for putting this up in remembrance!
ELIZABETH TAYLOR was my hero. Not only a tremendously gifted actress who twice won the Oscar for Best Actress in the 60s but most importantly, for her generosity, compassion, courage and tenacity she displayed from the very beginning of the AIDS pandemic until the very end of her life. She put her own money (millions of dollars) where her mouth was, both talking the talk AND walking the walk with a style and beauty and grace uniquely her own. The gay community owes her a tremendous debt of gratitude and we remember her with LOVE. RIP Dear Heart. THANK YOU.
Angela Lansbury is one of the best and most eloquent actresses ever...She is still so gorgeous and her beauty is timeless.It seems time hasn't passed for her...Loved her in :"Murder she wrote."
When the government and everybody turn their back on the AIDS/HIV epidemic, Elizabeth Taylor with her own money was the help and the hope for those with this illness. A well deserve award, may God have you in a special place in heaven Ms. Taylor
THIS is the person in our lifetime that brought AIDS to the worlds attention. Her devotion to those who were turned away and looked passed by Ronald Reagan and his ilk. She was an Angel amongst many devils. She battled for those who couldn't help themselves. Until the end, God used her for all humanity to bring compassion to those less fortunate. God Bless you forever Elizabeth , and Thank You.
By honoring Audrey Hepburn in her speech shows just how generous and confident Elizabeth Taylor is. Only a person who is truly beautiful inside and out will take the time to honor others even if she is the one being honored. Such a classy lady.
Our Elizabeth so deserved this Oscar. I believe this was one of the greatest speeches given by anybody anywhere. Spoken with the PASSION Elizabeth had to speak out for those who had no voice and use her fame to make a difference.There are so many alive today because of this sweet Angel Elizabeth we love you. We miss her every day for her beauty, passion and spirit. But we will never forget her.
Liz may have had a true soul, but t'is hard to tell; save the grace that she was one of the first to come out to support help for aids. It was so disdained, disparaged at the time. Really, no matter the infliction, human pain must be recognised by the heart. So I am thumbs up, sugar love.
The entry of Elizabeth Taylor on stage is something exciting! Just look she to see how much light is being emitted! Her words capture the audience! A great woman, a great actress, a legend! Thanks for share!
i love how she mentioned Audrey, Elizabeth Taylor was definitely such an amazing woman for standing up for AIDs victims when people treated them like lepers in the ancient times
What a magnificent acceptance speech! ...and they better applaud her as Elizabeth Taylor is surely the greatest ambassador Hollywood has ever had. Perhaps someday they will live to deserve her...
At last! The legendary Angela Lansbury will finally receive a long overdue Honorary Oscar of her own! Brava to Ms. Lansbury and well done, the Academy!
Both Elizabeth Taylor and Julie Andrew were declared to be Dame Commanders of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II on May 16, 2000. Both are also among the female legends to the LGBTQ community along with Audrey and others.
Paul Delgadillo I certainly think titles and belief in people as unequals sets up for all kinds of pathological lying and stealing by those who cast others as pawns. . See monarchy and Catholic Church.
Hersholt award speech is Elizabeth! Mother Courage in Sable and jewels. Her heart was overflowing with love for all! Fortunate to. Actually have been in Contact with her by mail for last years of her life. SO GRACIOUS!! Never another Elizabeth Taylor ! The world is a better place because of Her!!! If she could have been President WOW! RIP dearest Dame Elizabeth.
"Dearest gentle Audrey. . . ." So succinct, yet effective in describing her. If alive, Audrey would be there humbly applauding Elizabeth more than anyone else.
I haven't watched the Oscars since the year of Elizabeth's death. Dedicating a paltry 5 seconds to her during the In Memoriam portion was a disgace. Elizabeth Taylor WAS the Academy Awards show for the last 40 years.
From one legend to another. Seeing Angela Lansbury presenting the award to Elizabeth Taylor only makes me wanting more to see Angela herself receiving Honorary Oscar.
Wow I’m just so taken back in a really wonderful way of Elizabeth’s speech! This is a really beautiful and very powerful message to everyone and may so many be witnesses to her words of truth and that she truly was giving of herself to others:) The way it should always be:) People that become “celebrities” should see this speech and realize that getting into movies or becoming a well known model and figure, isn’t about all the fame and money, but it’s about having a voice to help others. Not to be self seeking and self absorbed. I truly admire Elizabeth with all that I am and she is a very special person all around:) Thank you to her and those that give of themselves to help others in need and for those that are honest, loving, good people in this world:) ♥️Zach
Happy Mother's Day in HEAVEN Dame Elizabeth ❤. Mother Courage in jewels and Sable and a loving mother to her own children and to so many! 💎 Hoping you can see your inspiring legacy living on from up THERE. ☁️ 🌤 purple 💜 💜 💎 💜 👑 💜 🌞
Thank you our HERO, ELIZABETH TAYLOR! For all your dedication and support for aides and people with aides. You are an angelic humanitarian to the people.
Breathtakingly beautiful lady. Elizabeth Taylor gave so much money to charity. But more than that, she showed care and compassion. Raised awareness about Aids, raised money and made it not a taboo subject. She worked tirelessly to raise money and awareness This lady was selfless and giving. She was a true beauty inside and out. Always thinking of others. We still mourn her passing, heaven has a beautiful angel.
Shame on me for never seeing this, thank you for sharing it. That was the most beautiful speech I've ever seen. Solid, honest and compelling. I needed that today. Thank you ❤
A pillar of strength, courage, determination, grace, beauty, talent and love. The world is one compassionate figure short since Elizabeth Taylor's death.
Elizabeth Taylor was the greatest movie star ever. Period. Forever feisty and authentic as she dazzled in many films and later genuinely cared about the issue of Aids. She a walked the talk and she bravely put herself out front into the lions den before and after Aids became ripe with controversy. Madonna too embraced the issue in the early 80’s when she had a voice. Elizabeth Taylor will always be remembered. Deservedly so.
She was 61 years old here and still stunningly gorgeous, inside & out!
It is 20 years and 4 months since my friend, Scott, passed away with AIDS...I will never forget his talking of Elizabeth Taylor's taking this very public stand when no one else would...he had tears in his eyes describing her as an ANGEL sent to earth....
what an exquisite human being....what a life well-spent!!
I wrote to her to thank her for all she had done, and because of her my life was easier and longer. I wanted her to know that I knew she had affected the lives of millions of people, simply because she cared enough. I was driving to the post office to mail the letter when I heard on the radio that she had died. So, I said it out loud, hoping somehow she would hear me or at least know... Not many people who have lived on Earth have changed hearts and minds the way she did, and not many have been able to reach so many and save so many.
Exquisite" is an excellent word for her.
When you are in the service of your fellow-man, you are in the service of God. And, if that is true, I worry about all those people who think poor people are lazy, those who say they don't want to pay for free school lunches for kids from poor families, and those who think if you can't afford health insurance than you don't deserve it, and who don't believe the elderly and disabled deserve Social Security... If they aren't serving their fellow man, then who are they serving?
I was and am in awe of Elizabeth Taylor and also Princess Diana, who stole a car from the Royal Household (after being told she couldn't have a car and she could not leave) and drove herself to London to be with a man dying from AIDS because she promised no matter where she was she would get there when the time came - Diana also changed hearts and minds for the better.
Watch the video of Diana arriving @ Toronto AIDS hospice Casey House, a visibly ill resident awaits her arrival in his pajamas & wheelchair, when she sees him she parks it on the radiator in front of him so they can meet & greet. She was reportedly furious when another visit elsewhere was said to have been staged with non-patients. Neither woman allowed their rage @ injustice to prevent them from being of public service to strangers in need,
A hero in my book,when no one cared,she stepped up to the plate,and did something.
Angela deserved an award for that presentation alone, delivered so perfectly! Facial expressions, tones - nailed it.
Nice seeing the 2 MGM sisters & future Dames being reunited here, they had such different lives & careers.
She was 61 here (1993) and still DROP-DEAD GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!
So sweet of Liz to have mentionned Audrey :(
Liz and Audrey were TRUE ARTISTS and compassionate women.May they rest in peace.
"..I call upon you to draw from the depths of your being, to prove that we are a human race.."
Those last few sentences from her speech should be put on a plaque somewhere in her honor.
Thank you Oscars channel for putting this up in remembrance!
ELIZABETH TAYLOR was my hero. Not only a tremendously gifted actress who twice won the Oscar for Best Actress in the 60s but most importantly, for her generosity, compassion, courage and tenacity she displayed from the very beginning of the AIDS pandemic until the very end of her life. She put her own money (millions of dollars) where her mouth was, both talking the talk AND walking the walk with a style and beauty and grace uniquely her own. The gay community owes her a tremendous debt of gratitude and we remember her with LOVE. RIP Dear Heart. THANK YOU.
She is our hero!
😢🙏😢
Oh I didn't know that 🥺 Well, thank you Mis Elizabeth Taylor
The world's most beautiful woman had a heart to match her loveliness.
There may be beautiful woman in this world but none is more beautiful than Elizabeth she was beautiful on the inside and had a heart of gold 💞
@Biel 2001 Beauty’s in the Eye 👁 of the beholder
@Biel 2001 Wrong like I said “ Beauty is in the eye 👁 of the beholder that’s my opinion and I’m sticking to it
Angela Lansbury is one of the best and most eloquent actresses ever...She is still so gorgeous and her beauty is timeless.It seems time hasn't passed for her...Loved her in :"Murder she wrote."
"Dearest, gentle Audrey. And while she is, I know, in Heaven, forever guarding her beloved children."
I always cry when I hear that.
I didn't expect that. She made me weep. Audrey greeted her when it was Liz's time.
I cried too... What a beautiful way of describing the hereafter...
Can you explain me more? Which Audrey she was talking about?
@@xseedboy Audrey Hepburn, another iconic actress
Her voice is very fake though….
When the government and everybody turn their back on the AIDS/HIV epidemic, Elizabeth Taylor with her own money was the help and the hope for those with this illness. A well deserve award, may God have you in a special place in heaven Ms. Taylor
amfAR.
@@unowen-nh9ov she co-founded amfar
Every single word she pronounces is so meaningful and straight from her heart. She was beautiful inside out.
THIS is the person in our lifetime that brought AIDS to the worlds attention. Her devotion to those who were turned away and looked passed by Ronald Reagan and his ilk. She was an Angel amongst many devils. She battled for those who couldn't help themselves. Until the end, God used her for all humanity to bring compassion to those less fortunate. God Bless you forever Elizabeth , and Thank You.
Beautiful well said
Madonna also shined a Huge light on AIDS and the Acceptance of Gay people in the Early 1990s.
patr70 Yss she did...Elton John too.. they both still do.
patr70 Madonna started in the 1980s, before anyone else.
@@willyboy6126 to be
By honoring Audrey Hepburn in her speech shows just how generous and confident Elizabeth Taylor is. Only a person who is truly beautiful inside and out will take the time to honor others even if she is the one being honored. Such a classy lady.
Angela Lansbury deserves an award for this performance
Her kindness made such a difference....God BLESS, Elizabeth Taylor....I miss knowing she is still with us...
What a timeless beauty
What a great woman and Humanitarian we need more people like her .
Angela is now a Dame of the British empire....about time too!!!
Our Elizabeth so deserved this Oscar. I believe this was one of the greatest speeches given by anybody anywhere. Spoken with the PASSION Elizabeth had to speak out for those who had no voice and use her fame to make a difference.There are so many alive today because of this sweet Angel Elizabeth we love you. We miss her every day for her beauty, passion and spirit. But we will never forget her.
God bless Miss Taylor! RIP! and thank you so much of reerything you have done!
Liz may have had a true soul, but t'is hard to tell; save the grace that she was one of the first to come out to support help for aids. It was so disdained, disparaged at the time. Really, no matter the infliction, human pain must be recognised by the heart. So I am thumbs up, sugar love.
Mhi kl Hard to tell? What do you need?
That was a beautiful into by Dame Angela Landsbury to a beautiful person inside and out. RIP Dames.
The entry of Elizabeth Taylor on stage is something exciting! Just look she to see how much light is being emitted! Her words capture the audience! A great woman, a great actress, a legend!
Thanks for share!
i love how she mentioned Audrey, Elizabeth Taylor was definitely such an amazing woman for standing up for AIDs victims when people treated them like lepers in the ancient times
Liz Taylor was so beautiful and so stunning in 1951's A Place In The Sun.
What a gorgeous speech from the most beautiful woman to grace the screen. We really lost the brightest star in her, RIP Dame Elizabeth Taylor
Those eyes, her smile. Everything about Elizabeth is breathtaking.
Such a beautiful soul. From inside and out.
absolutely stunning lady.GORGEOUS HEART AND SOUL.We need more people like her in Hollywood and the World.Beautiful speech.
What a magnificent acceptance speech! ...and they better applaud her as Elizabeth Taylor is surely the greatest ambassador Hollywood has ever had. Perhaps someday they will live to deserve her...
That is the Best Speech I have ever heard!! Humanity!! RIP
At last! The legendary Angela Lansbury will finally receive a long overdue Honorary Oscar of her own! Brava to Ms. Lansbury and well done, the Academy!
she was the most beautiful woman in the world in my book because of her heart.
Memorable speech.
I miss elizabeth taylor so much....what a wonderful person .. so charming and elegant ....rest in peace...
Oh wow she is gorgeous outside and inside
Beauty, brain, talent and possessing a big heart... That's Ms Liz. That's why she is remembered and loved. I adore her
Both Elizabeth Taylor and Julie Andrew were declared to be Dame Commanders of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II on May 16, 2000. Both are also among the female legends to the LGBTQ community along with Audrey and others.
Also Angela lansbury said in a interview that she was proud to be a gay icon
Paul Delgadillo I certainly think titles and belief in people as unequals sets up for all kinds of pathological lying and stealing by those who cast others as pawns. . See monarchy and Catholic Church.
Audrey?
@@davesantorinirey157 Elizabeth Taylor is talking about Audrey Hepburn
@@kboyer1 Because the Academy awarded Audrey Hepburn the same award as Liz in this year. Sadly Audrey died two months before oscar night
I keep coming back here to see this. As I previously said THIS IS ELIZABETH!
Hersholt award speech is Elizabeth! Mother Courage in Sable and jewels. Her heart was overflowing with love for all! Fortunate to. Actually have been in
Contact with her by mail for last years of her life. SO GRACIOUS!! Never another Elizabeth Taylor ! The world is a better place because of Her!!! If she could have been President WOW! RIP dearest Dame Elizabeth.
Her most well-deserved and well-earned Oscar of all time. Dame Elizabeth Taylor
was my HERO!!
God, I love this woman! Beautiful acceptance speech from the legendary Liz Taylor
Miss Taylor Was Such A Caring, Beautiful Actress That Everyone Will Remember Her. RIP
Angela and Elizabeth are both ICONS!!!!
"Dearest gentle Audrey. . . ." So succinct, yet effective in describing her. If alive, Audrey would be there humbly applauding Elizabeth more than anyone else.
An amazing human being who is forever missed.
Extraordinary actress!, most beautiful woman ever!
Marvelous human being!
She will be missed!
Great speech.
Angela voice is really represents the mothers tenderness
She’s as beautiful on the inside as she is in the outside,
Treat others how you want to be treated ❤️
I haven't watched the Oscars since the year of Elizabeth's death. Dedicating a paltry 5 seconds to her during the In Memoriam portion was a disgace. Elizabeth Taylor WAS the Academy Awards show for the last 40 years.
Amen! See my post! She was the last and greatest REAL HOLLYWOOD ICON!
From one legend to another. Seeing Angela Lansbury presenting the award to Elizabeth Taylor only makes me wanting more to see Angela herself receiving Honorary Oscar.
Wow I’m just so taken back in a really wonderful way of Elizabeth’s speech! This is a really beautiful and very powerful message to everyone and may so many be witnesses to her words of truth and that she truly was giving of herself to others:) The way it should always be:)
People that become “celebrities” should see this speech and realize that getting into movies or becoming a well known model and figure, isn’t about all the fame and money, but it’s about having a voice to help others. Not to be self seeking and self absorbed.
I truly admire Elizabeth with all that I am and she is a very special person all around:) Thank you to her and those that give of themselves to help others in need and for those that are honest, loving, good people in this world:)
♥️Zach
And as usual Elizabeth with a gorgeous piece of jewelry.
Happy Mother's Day in HEAVEN Dame Elizabeth ❤. Mother Courage in jewels and Sable and a loving mother to her own children and to so many! 💎 Hoping you can see your inspiring legacy living on from up THERE. ☁️ 🌤 purple 💜 💜 💎 💜 👑 💜 🌞
She was not only an amazing actress, but also an amazing person. I miss her so much! I love you, Elizabeth!
Angela Lansbury rules! MSW for life!
a beautiful vision and acceptance speech..
I close my eyes and imagine Mrs. Potts speaking
Wow, what a beautiful speech! RIP Elizabeth!
Thank you our HERO, ELIZABETH TAYLOR! For all your dedication and support for aides and people with aides. You are an angelic humanitarian to the people.
beautiful woman and compelling speech
STUNNING!
What an amazing speech directly from her heart. She was as smart and caring as beautiful and talented.
Stunning. Inside and out.
She was truly one of a kind. Beautiful soul.
R.I.P. dear lady Liz. You were & remain much appreciated for all you achieved as an actress & as an activist.
PS: What a speech!!
Breathtakingly beautiful lady. Elizabeth Taylor gave so much money to charity. But more than that, she showed care and compassion. Raised awareness about Aids, raised money and made it not a taboo subject. She worked tirelessly to raise money and awareness This lady was selfless and giving. She was a true beauty inside and out. Always thinking of others. We still mourn her passing, heaven has a beautiful angel.
I agree she is the most Beautiful Actress ever!!!! So Gorgeous!!!
As beautiful as ever. I just love her 💕
Even though Elizabeth deserved this award 100%, I kinda wished Elizabeth presented Angela with an honorary Oscar too.
Miss Taylor is a Goddess!
I love Elizabeth Taylor...truly a beautiful soul and selfless person....God Bless her!
Elizabeth and her forever friend, Angela, who she trusted implicitly. Both very much missed.
r.i.p. beautiful lady
THE BEST SPEECH EVER GIVEN. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE MY HERO. R.I.P.
This Movie star legend was not only a super star but the pioneer in Aids awareness in the 90,s - legendary
Shame on me for never seeing this, thank you for sharing it. That was the most beautiful speech I've ever seen. Solid, honest and compelling. I needed that today. Thank you ❤
Happy to see another recent post! Check mine. As Rock Hudson once said, she loved people. 😍 Her
Got cut off! Her strength and compassion ❤ have seen me through much, I needed to see your post today! God be with you.
Such an extraordinary lady. A true diva with a heart of gold 😍
She's so beautiful ❤️ xxxx
Magnificent.
I miss her so much
MY HERO, MUCH LOVE R.I.P.
She was wonderful..... she is gorgeous...
Now that’s a speech. What a human being. Bravo! May she RIP.
Happy to see another recent post. Check out mine. So much love ❤ and compassion for all. Hope all is well with you.
What a wonderful woman! Look at the admiration eyes of Susan Sarandon!
So eloquent & iconic!!
A pillar of strength, courage, determination, grace, beauty, talent and love. The world is one compassionate figure short since Elizabeth Taylor's death.
"Dearest, gentle Audrey. . ." How perfect.
Elizabeth Taylor was the greatest movie star ever. Period. Forever feisty and authentic as she dazzled in many films and later genuinely cared about the issue of Aids. She a walked the talk and she bravely put herself out front into the lions den before and after Aids became ripe with controversy. Madonna too embraced the issue in the early 80’s when she had a voice. Elizabeth Taylor will always be remembered. Deservedly so.
They finally did! Ms. Lansbury will be awarded with well-deserved an Honorary Oscar in November.
She was a trailblazer when no one else gave a damn.
She is an eternal Beauty!!!
Thank God for Elizabeth Taylor
A iconic film star and wonderful human being full of compassion and care
Love JessicaLansbury and Elizabeth Taylor.
Love watching MurderSheWrote
I loved all of her movies!
Much well deserved!! Incredible work she did
What a woman!
LIZ QUEEN FOREVER.
Amen