Harvey Brownstone Interviews Legendary Actor Robert Wagner
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Legendary Actor, Producer and Author, Robert Wagner
About Harvey's guest:
Robert Wagner is one of the most popular and successful stars in the entertainment industry, boasting three hit television series and an impressive list of both feature and television films. He has acted in over 100 films and made hundreds of television appearances in his 70+ year career.
As a young man under contract to 20th Century Fox, Robert Wagner was cast by Darryl F. Zanuck in With a Song in My Heart. Although the part lasted a scant minute, his performance as a crippled soldier responding to the song of Susan Hayward’s Jane Froman brought immediate public reaction to the studio. Spencer Tracy saw his performance in Beneath the Twelve Mile Reef and requested Wagner for the role of his son in Broken Lance. Tracy was so impressed with Wagner, he cast him again as his brother in The Mountain. A small sample of Wagner’s numerous film credits includes Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story, The Pink Panther, The Curse of the Pink Panther, Midway, The Towering Inferno, Banning, Harper, Prince Valiant, The True Story of Jesse James, and All the Fine Young Cannibals. He starred with Joanne Woodward in her film debut, A Kiss Before Dying. Antonio Banderas directed Wagner in Crazy in Alabama. In the 1990s, he was introduced to a new legion of fans with the role of Number Two, the villainous henchman to Dr. Evil, the archenemy of Mike Myers’ title character in the Austin Powers trilogy.
On television, Wagner starred in three long-running series. He was nominated for an Emmy for his role as suave cat-burglar Alexander Mundy in It Takes a Thief with Malachi Throne and Fred Astaire. He portrayed con man-turned-detective Pete Ryan in Switch with Eddie Albert and Sharon Gless. And Wagner became a fan favorite as the debonair and charming millionaire/amateur detective Jonathan Hart in Hart to Hart with Stefanie Powers. Ten years after the end of Hart to Hart, Wagner served as executive producer for eight highly rated movies based on the series (five for NBC and three for the Family Channel.) Over the past decade, Wagner has introduced himself to a new generation of fans by making numerous guest-starring appearances on the number one rated television series, NCIS, portraying Anthony DiNozzo, Sr.
Other illustrious television performances include starring with Jaclyn Smith in the top-rated miniseries, Windmills of the Gods - based on Sidney Sheldon’s best-selling novel; Angie Dickinson in the miniseries Pearl; Audrey Hepburn in Love Among Thieves; Lesley Anne Down in Indiscreet; and Elizabeth Taylor in There Must Be a Pony, which he also executive-produced. He appeared alongside such notable names as Philip Casnoff, Kyle Chandler, Cathy Lee Crosby, Leslie-Ann Down, and Billy Dee Williams in North and South: Book 3, Heaven and Hell. Sir Laurence Olivier chose Wagner to star with him in the television adaptation of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Wagner’s wife, the late Natalie Wood, co-starred with them. Other notable television performances include This Gun for Hire, Danielle Steel’s Jewels, To Catch a King, and A Dennis the Menace Christmas, in which he portrayed Mr. Wilson.
In addition to his film and television ventures, Robert Wagner toured the world performing in A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters with Stefanie Powers. They were the first to launch the tour internationally. After his tour with Powers ended, Wagner enjoyed the play so much, he continued performing it at charity events and around the world with his wife, actress Jill St. John.
Away from the acting world, Robert Wagner has long been a fan of golf and boasted a five handicap. He once beat professional golfer Sam Snead in a head-to-head competition. Footage of this win is posted in the Video section of this page under Additional Videos.
RJ, as his family and friends call him, currently resides in Aspen with Jill St. John, his wife of over 30 years. In addition to visiting with his numerous friends around the world, RJ enjoys spending time with family: his wife, Jill; his three daughters, Katie (television personality), Natasha (actress/author), and Courtney (jewelry designer); his two grandchildren, Riley (Katie’s son) and Clover (Natasha’s daughter); and his stepson, Josh. Wagner was instrumental in raising Josh and his brother, the late Peter Donen, with their mother, the late Marion Marshall. He is also the father of an adorable fur- baby, a German Shepard, named Duke.
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It's hard to imagine a more gratifying comment from a true Hollywood royal, when he says to his interviewer - "you're making my life, this is wonderful" - Watching this interview was for me a journey through the history of Hollywood. I grew up watching Robert's movies and his television series, and to now listen to this true legend was indeed a privilege. Thank you so much Harvey. Great stuff!
Yes, I must tell you that when Robert Wagner told me I gave him the best interview of his life (which he even repeated several times after we stopped filming), I had to pinch myself to believe this was really happening!! Thank you so much for watching, and for taking the time to comment. Your feedback means the world to me!❤️
Love this man, he’s a legend, when younger “ just gorgeous” still is , my best to Robert Wagner.
R.I.P. Robert John Wagner. So glad you were able to do this interview. Found it interesting so many on the production side of the movie business sent their kids to military school where they lived all week. Maybe that decision had to do with the long hours. RJ will be missed by many. Hart to Hart is on Tubi, the first two seasons anyway. I would love to find “Switch,” “It Takes A Thief” and his movies. I always loved Susan Hayward. I saw “Pink Panther” with my mom in SF movie theater but was so young, I would love to see it now as well as all of Wagner’s other movies.
@moonwork4378 Robert Wagner is still very much alive.
Folks, this interview was definitely a turning point for our show. In 15 months and 165 episodes, I’ve tried my very best to conduct informative and compelling interviews with noteworthy celebrities and authors. I’m a firm believer in letting one’s work speak for itself, so that’s why we do very little promotion of our show. It’s always been my hope that one day, the A-list stars would eventually see that I can give them interviews that do justice to their body of work and career legacies. And when Robert Wagner not only agreed to be interviewed, but told me that I gave him the best interview of his life, it was a monumental moment of validation for me. I hope you enjoy this conversation with a true cinematic legend as much as I did. And to those of you who’ve been kind enough to subscribe to our TH-cam channel, I thank you from my heart. 🙏❤️
You deserve all the respect in the planet, Mr.Brownstone.
@marcofreitas3844 I’d settle for about a million more subscribers!!🙏🙏🙏
You are so kind with Robert Wagner. Very respectful. He is one of the last survivors of Hollywood legends. He is a very dignified man and he appreciated you. He is pure class
I so very much appreciate your beautiful feedback. This interview really put our show on the map, and RJ became a very dear friend after we filmed it. It means the world to me that you watched it and enjoyed it. Thank you from my heart to yours. 🙏❤️
WOW WOW WOW! Just loved watching this iconic interview with one of the greatest Hollywood stars of all time. Wagner is a class act, giving credit to so many legends like Clark Gable and Spencer Tracy for his success in climbing the Hollywood ladder. Harvey, I was so happy you added how much his talent and charisma played a huge role in his success. Never expected a great actor like Robert Wagner to be so humble, poised and loving. He spoke lovingly about his wife Jill St. John and his deceased wife Natalie Wood. What an absolutely fabulous interview! ❤️
Thank you so much for your very kind comments. I loved every minute of my time with RJ.
What a fabulous interview with a TRUE HOLLYWOOD LEGEND. I must say, Robert is as handsome as ever. This interview takes us back to many of the great movies of years gone by yet Robert has stayed relevant for 7 decades. He references his "LUCK" in the industry, how humble, this actor is talented and gifted. Thank you for another GREAT interview Harvey.
Thank you so much Paddie!!
Mr. Brownstone...you deserve all the best because you treat your interviewees with the utmost respect.
Thank you for your work and hugs from Brazil.
Thank you so much. Sending you my love and big hugs!!❤️
As a long time admirer of Robert Wagner, this was definitely one of the best interviews of him I've seen. Thank you for treating this accomplished older man with dignity and respect even by something as simple as calling him Mr Wagner and asking permission to call him RJ. That was a classy thing to do. I now look forward to watching more of your interviews.
Thank you so much for watching, and for your very kind comments. I can’t tell you how much your positive feedback means to me. I am immensely grateful. I hope you enjoy our other interviews too. ❤️
This was such a nice interview and Harvey is a total pro with all these fabulous guests. 💐
What a lovely thing to say. Thank you so much. ❤️
Awesome interview,,,, Harvey and Steve. Truly Awesome....
Thank you so much Edward for taking the time to watch this very special episode of our show, and to post your very kind comment. I appreciate you so much. 🙏❤️
What a fabulous interview of one of Hollywood’s legends. R.J. Wagner was charming and humble at his peak and remains so today…and Harvey’s interview skills drew it all out with his skilled and compassionate manner. Bravo!
Thank you so much! I greatly appreciate your very kind comments. ❤️
Take one enduring and genuine entertainment legend and add one talented and compassionate host who has done all the right research. Result - another immensely satisfying and uniquely insightful portrait of a truly special person. To R.J. and Harvey, well done!
Thank you SO MUCH!! Your feedback means the world to me!!!
Yes, two + two = score ❣️
Thank you so much dear Lori. I appreciate you so much!
Robert comes accross as been so humble and so grateful of his career, and he is a true gentleman .
Absolutely true. Thanks for watching.
Dear Harvey Brownstone we are enjoying your interviews with the Great Hollywood Legends. Thank you so much for your work. God bless you ❤️
You have no idea how much your wonderful feedback means to me. You make all of my hard work worth it. Thank you from my heart to yours.
What a lovely man a true Hollywood great.
Great interview loved it - took me back in time,RJ was in and around so many great stars as well as being one himself.
Thank you so much for watching. I hope you’ll subscribe to our TH-cam channel!!!🙏❤️
lana wood, natalie's sister, would be a enlightening interview......
Never gonna happen. Sorry.
Lana has publicly said some very hurtful and, in my opinion, defamatory things about my dear friend Robert Wagner. I would never betray him by having her on our show.
@armandtoledo6706 there is absolutely no validity to any accusation against Robert Wagner. The case is not “mysterious”. Natalie’s death has been properly explained. And the police have closed the investigation.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Why did RJ not want to calll the police asap and turn on the searchlights? why did the capt think there was something suspicious bout natalie's death? (harvey ur one of the best interviewers around !)
@barbarabain4303 Natalie’s death has been intensively investigated 3 times. In my opinion there is not a single shred of evidence suggesting any culpability on the part of Mr. Wagner. I am not going to debate this. You have every right to your opinion, and I respect you for that. I’m simply saying that Lana Wood will never appear on our show.
Harvey you truly deserve so much more attentive viewership.
Absolutely topnotch interviews. Incredible introductory research, with of these wonderful people.
The awe and respect and dedication that you convey is unmatched. Before too long you will be found out, then the views will hit the millions.
As a teenager I likened myself a sort Mr Wagoner, not unhandsome, not unfashionable and perhaps a little chased. TMI.
Thank you so much for your vote of confidence, which means the world to me. It would be great to be “discovered” by millions more people, but I am immensely grateful to have amassed such a loyal and supportive viewership, both online and for our TV show in the UK. I believe in destiny. My dream is to be the next Larry King, and I believe it will happen. 🙏❤️
Another fascinating show. Mr. Wagner appears to be a Very nice man. Loved his work in the 1953 movie Titanic, with Barbara Stanwyck, and Clifton Webb. Two of the very best. Thank you, Mr. Brownstone, for being you!
I’m so happy you enjoyed this very special episode of our show. RJ has become a dear friend and I absolutely adore him.
In the past, I enjoyed his work. Unfortunately like many, his career is clouded by the Natalie Wood situation. After all the information offered concerning the case, it is not difficult to see why there was some involvement or neglect on his behalf.
I’m sorry you feel that way. He adored his wife and had absolutely nothing to do with her tragic death. I would stake my life on it.
Harvey, I understand why Mr. Wagner said you were the best interview. I just found your podcast. I am a movie buff and your interviews show how much research you must do as your questions are so thought provoking. You are also a great listener. Keep up the wonderful work. I so appreciate you as I do Mr. Wagner. I have all three of his books on Audible and he narrates all three. What a treat. I just listen to them over and over for the stories and his wonderful voice.
I am so happy that you found our show. I hope you will watch our many great interviews with legendary stars. And please spread the word about our show to your family and friends. It’s very hard building an audience on TH-cam. Thank you so much for your support. And I look forward to your feedback on our other great interviews.
this was a phenomenal interview......here's a guy who lets his interview speak and elaborate without interrupting and making it about him.....i zoned out in a good way listening to robert speak and the interview flew by.....great work on this one
Thank you so much for your very kind comments. I greatly appreciate it. I hope you’ll subscribe to our TH-cam channel. 🙏❤️
My thoughts exactly. So frustrating listening to interviewers who “interrupt” the guest.
@moonwork4378 that’s why my audience supports me. And I am immensely grateful!
Enjoyed this interview immensely. Robert Wagner is such a class act and has always been a favorite of mine. I have read two of his three books and learned so much. Harvey, I really liked the fact that you were so respectful of him. Looking forward to seeing a part 2.
Thank you so much for watching! I hope you’ll check out our other interviews, and that you’ll consider subscribing to our TH-cam channel. 🙏❤️
What a fantastic interview! RJ is such a class act and gentleman.
Thank you so much for watching. I hope you’ll subscribe to our TH-cam channel. 🙏❤️
Harvey, this was a fantastic interview. Congratulations on getting to interview Robert Wagner. I really enjoyed this.
Thank you so much for watching, and for your very kind feedback. Having RJ on our show was definitely a major turning point for us. I became known as “the interviewer of legends” after this interview. And best of all, RJ has become a very dear friend.
Mr. Wagner thank you for your awesome interview you look great at ,92 thank you for Hart to Hart, and it takes a theif. I wish I could have met you.
I hope you felt that by watching this very intimate interview, you did get to “meet” him. Thank you so much for watching and for your comment. ❤️
Seeing Jill just walk past in the background was pretty cool.
Congratulations 32 years 🎉 Jill St. John and Robert Wagner. 🥰 ❤ 🤩
Wow wow this man is truly a legend i love Hart to Hart i love him in NCIS because when he smiles even at that age u can still see Hart to Hart smile all over his face he will go down in history as one of halliwood handsomeest actor 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍 watching from London keep those smile coming
Fabulous interview again Harvey You are the best I love ❤ RJ I everything he does Magnificent man and talent
Thank you so much Richard for your loyal support of our show!!❤️
Love Robert Wagner, great interview. He is aways so gracious towards his fellow actors. Rarely if ever she’s he say a bad word about someone, just an all round beautiful man, still handsome and sexy at 93! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Yes, RJ is a very classy gentleman. Don’t miss my interview with Sharon Gless, who gives a wonderful story about RJ.
I just discovered your channel….and have been binging your excellent interviews like crazy. You always pick people with whom I’d want also to sit down and have a friendly chat with. I think my favorite part is listening to your very informative and personable introductions to your guests. I love watching their reactions when you finish and that to me is a good barometer to the type of person they are. Sharon Gless, Marie Osmond, Patrick Cassidy are some of the standouts so far.
I wanted to comment on your fantastic Robert Wagner interview. I had a smile the whole time and it was wonderful to watch a friendship blossom in front of me between you & Mr. Wagner. I hate salacious interviews but the respect and admiration you have for your guests is paramount to my subscribing. I became an even bigger fan of Mr. Wagner thru your time with him. I also became a big fan of yours too! Keep them coming please! 😊
What a beautiful comment! Thank you so much. I’m so grateful and deeply humbled by your kind support of our show. I look forward to reading more of your insightful feedback about my interviews.
RJ is a real man who is not only good looking, but also has a great heart, his children were blessed having him as a father
So very true. He is a very dear friend.
Great interview with Robert Wagner. My late neighbor Peggy Stout lived next-door to Robert Wagner and Natalie Wood on Canon Drive in Beverly Hills for many years. She was very good friends along with her CBS news husband Bill Stout of the Wagners.
Imagine having RJ and Natalie Wood as neighbors!! I’m drooling!! Glad you enjoyed the interview.
This interview was...terrific!
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What a lovely interview.
This was a truly great interview with Mr. Wagner as gracious as always. My Dad was a big time Robert Wagner fan and I was .5 years old when he took me to see The Mountain and A Kiss Before Dying and I was a fan to this day. I had the good fortune to see Mr and Mrs. Wagner in person in Love Letters just great.
Thank you so much for watching!!
Great Interview & Actor Robert Wagner one of my favorite Actors of all time ! . My dad grew up with late Actor Robert loggia both went wagner college together great actor & guy met him few times both are past now. Best to your Channel...
Thanks so much for watching this very special episode of our show!
RJ ❗Great movies & great tv shows! And you are great Harvey
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Thank you so much !! I greatly appreciate your support !❤️
Sir, I stumbled upon your great channel yesterday. Your body of work is magnificent.
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He musta been paying it forward the 2 times I quite by accident was around him. Very encouraging man.
RJ absolutely personifies the term “mensch”
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What a great interview, so important I think also! I hope he does make that documentary he mentioned, I would love to hear more on these classic women...then the gentleman! Thank you, Harvey! 🌼
Thank you so much for watching!!! I appreciate your feedback and support more than you will ever know ❤️
Robert Wagner does have plans to write a book about the great male stars he’s worked with and/or befriended
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That will be a good read! I want to hear more about Spencer Tracy, Cary Grant, and Clark Gable...I'll be looking forward to reading it!
Thank you for the information! 🤗
Great interview. Brownstone reminds me of Brian Linehan -- well prepared, easy to talk to, a great listener.
Thank you so much!!
The cream rises to the top. 🌹
Mr Wagoner s transcript reading of his autobiography was great. Such a voice. And this boy looks like he’s so much younger than ever, my hero.
He’s my hero too. And he’s become a wonderful friend.
Wow! What a wonderful interview! Thank you so much.
Thank YOU so very much for watching!!!
Loved this interview. Thank you for doing it. You really do your homework. I loved “It Takes A Thief” when I was a kid. Going to have to check out his books.
You’ll love his books, especially Pieces of my Heart
LOVED 💙TO💕
I like the idea you wear a tie and dress shirt for Robert. Sign of respect for a dignified man
Thank you. I dress up for every guest. It’s one of my trademarks!
I think Robert Wagner would have made a great James Bond and i say that as i Brit.
He would appreciate that comment very much.
Thank you once again, dear Harvey, for the smooth, easy going, charming, and gentlemanly way you conducted this beautiful interview with a Hollywood legend, and kept it most fun and pleasant. You are the cats pajamas! Perfect for a Sunday evening sipping my tea (Lady Grey). Have an evening as wonderful as you! OH.. beware of biting your bottom lip! LOL! You are too handsome! And a great fun fact here; my dear friend, who had many of Bette Davis pieces of furniture left me when he passed away, her Victorian Ladies Rocker, and her salad bowl with the matching spoon and fork. I wish I could send a picture to show you just how beautiful they are, as her taste was exquisite. I proudly display them in my home. Sadly, electronically challenged me cannot find a button here for pictures. 😔 Okay my friend, I will be looking at more again soon! I had a Wedding to sing at 3, so this was quite relaxing afterwards. Love and Kisses 🥰❤️⭐️❤️✌🏼🤗😘☺️💕🥰💙
I bite my bottom lip?? Really?? OK I’ve made note of that and will try to avoid doing that. Thanks for the constructive feedback - and for your ongoing support of our show. ❤️
Dear Harvey, You are most welcome! I love the color blue on you, as it pops nicely…not too overt, just as suave as you can be! A nice tie bar clip attached to your collar under the tie might be a nice touch as well. Just a thought. I used to model part time for Roy (Halston) in my day in the 70’’s when I was cute! 😳🙃 It’s always fun to accessorize. It’s just me!🥰 Have a great my friend! Looking forward to enjoying your next interview tomorrow evening again. Love and Kisses xoxo 🥰⭐️❤️🤗😉✌🏼💕🥰💙🌹🥰💙
Great interview.
Thank you so much. Greatly appreciated. Please consider subscribing to our TH-cam channel. 🙏❤️
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 I did.
Thank you SO VERY MUCH!!! I greatly appreciate it!!
This interview with Robert J Wagner was amazing 👏. Just a suggestion: Scott Eyman on his biography of Cary Grant... please !! 🎬
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Have you read Graham McCann's biography of Cary Grant? Another level!
Your wish is my command. Don’t miss my interview with Scott Eyman. We did indeed talk about Cary Grant.
No I haven’t. Too busy reading books by upcoming guests!
It Takes a thief best action TV series ever !❤❤❤
I hope one day you’ll say the our show is the best interview show ever!!🙏❤️
Wonderful Interview ,Robert Wagner in a Kiss Before Dying ,perhaps the most beautiful murderer of all times ... beyond scary ... RJ was amazing in The Mountain with Spencer Tracy ..he made me really hate him ...
Thank you so much for watching our show.
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Number 2! Great interview... (Austin Powers ref)
Thank you!
He was a star because he’s so handsome for one
Well of course!
Was Robert Wagner's father in Hollywood I keep seeing the name Wagner in early movie credits
Yes he was
BARB Stainy also supported the Golden Holden in the very beginning, Bill gave her loads of motherly credit.
PS. Recognized Lana s Lips the sec I saw them ! Such impeccable style, always, despite the hardships.
So glad you’re enjoying our show!! Thank you for your support!!
…and I agree with him… Roger Moore was a great Bond…in my view the best.
R J. Wagner Detroit boy goes to Hollywood.
Yes!!
Robert Wagner said it was the best introduction in his entire career!! and he considers you a friend !!!
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Yes we have become very close friends.
I don't believe for one second that Robert Wagner murdered Natalie Wood! For one thing, I believe Robert Wagner loved Natalie Wood! He didn't marry her once, he married her twice! And he had a child by her! I hate the way so many people are now jumping on the "Get Robert Wagner" bandwagon. It's a shame this happened, I blame the alcohol and drugs that they were partying with, people don't behave normal when on these things. I believe that Natalie was angry and tried to leave the Yacht and slipped and fell into the water. Stop with the blaming, people.
I agree with you 100%. I would stake my life on it. He did NOT kill his wife. He adored her. There is not one shred of evidence to suggest that he did anything wrong. He had a crew onboard and a guest (Christopher Walken). No one would commit a murder in such a setting. Thank you for speaking up.
ANY REMARKS on McQueen during THE WAR LOVER ? A very much neglected, tight psychological noirish WW2 B-17 film (1961).
Loved that movie. But if you watch my interview with McQueen’s publicist Jim Mahoney, you’ll have your eyes opened about the kind of person Steve McQueen really was.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 ROGER that. Will do.
On the whole, I really love your interviews, but with Robert Wagner, I truly believe he didn't do enough to save his wife Natalie Wood. I'm so sorry her daughters had to grow up without their mother because of him.
He thought Natalie had gone to bed. He was in a other room talking with Christopher Walken. Natalie’s death was a terribly sad tragedy.
No one really knows what happen on that boat robert wagner has to no what happen i just hope he had nothing to do with her death Natalie wood was a great star such a shame we lost her what a terrible thing to live with all these years . 25:24
Read Robert Wagner’s book. Pieces of my Heart. He explains exactly what happened on the boat that tragic night. I would stake my life on it: he did not kill his wife. He is not capable of such a thing and besides, he adored her
I truly believe Natalie death was accident. So sad. Alcohol and adult stubbornness played a role in the tragedy. Sadly if Natasha or the personal assistant or mart Crowley was on the boat the circumstances would have been completely different. Very sad. Mart Crowley told me himself he was in agony over not being on that goddamn boat. He really blamed himself for years. Natslie woods Russian mother cursed out mart at Natalie’s funeral Robert Wagner and Natalie simply had too much too drink. So sad. Mart regretted to the day he died not being on the boat cause he not she would have tried to pull the dingy inside. He would have de escalated the tension and arguments
I really appreciate your comments. And I agree with you. It’s a tragedy that Mart wasn’t on the boat. Thanks for watching this very special episode of our show.
RIP RJ🙏
RJ is still very much alive.
He's just turned 94!
@DW-hv1dn God bless him. He is such a dear friend. I absolutely adore him.