I met her 32 years ago as an usher at Harbourfront in Toronto. She was straight talking and nice to her fans. I wish I had known about her heroism earlier and that she was punished for it. I would have thanked her.
The first time I saw Eartha Kitt was in that Catwoman episode. It was in the '80's, and I was in middle school(in the throes of puberty). NO ONE had ever mentioned that Catwoman was once played by a Black woman. I was instantly enthralled, and I spent weeks trying to perfect my purr, because of her. RIP Eartha Kitt.
Eartha Kitt was an amazing woman, beyond Category in show business, actually. She was blackballed in America by President Johnson for speaking out against the Vietnam War, at Lady Birds luncheon. But they forgot the Catwoman had nine lives and her comeback in the 1978 Broadway musical Timbuktu!, a decade later, was as spectacular as her downfall in 1968. This is a great video thanks for the upload.
This quote is in the video at 10:44. The answer, more or less, is in the book "The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government" by David Talbot.
@@mvj1153 Once Kitt presented as one more threat to the world vision of the corrupt leader of the CIA, a first attempt at neutralization would be discrediting her reputation.
I was expecting her question to be disrespectful and accusatory or somehow showed the president in some bad light, instead her question wasn’t only valid but it offered some insight to a problem. The most powerful man in the world apparently felt so threatened this that he thought it was worth spying on her and apparently spreading misinformation about her? Wtf?! I think it’s sad that I’m only now hearing about this some 45+ years later. It also adds to the mountain of evidence that the CIA shouldn’t exist, as it’s done more harm to this country and the world than any other US government agency. I agree with others, a longer documentary would have been nice.
I've have always loved Eartha Kitt❤️ we need more books and documentaries about her I would love to see a brilliant biopic. She has been totally underrated and I don't know why she is not celebrated well in the Black community she is a very talented and out spoken she spoke for so many of us I was that kid she spoke about. Eartha I will always hold you in the highest regards. R.I.P ❤️😽
I always heard people refer to her as cat woman but I thought she just did that for a music video or something lol didn’t know she was actually Cat Woman. That’s dope,love her even more.
Beautifully presented combing the historic medias of the time in a historical yet comically terrifying manner. What would Shirley Bassey and the Propeller Heads say? I miss Ertha
Is this the actual documentary or just a preview? It left me wanting more. If it is a preview, I'd like to know when/where I can see the full-length documentary. Thanks
About Catwoman Vs. The White House Catwoman vs. the White House was released on Apr 28, 2022 and was directed by Scott Calonico .This movie is 11 min in duration and is available in English language. Eartha Kitt are playing as the star cast in this movie. Catwoman vs. the White House is available in Documentary genre.
more than just a star and talent, she had profound premonitions of the future, and has been celebrated as much for her prescience as her talent and beauty, my favorite star
She was spot on and the truth was a cinderblock in his face. The children grew up without parents; now they complain about the results after aiding the process.
Apparently racism and misogyny have run deep in our government. As the Timberland company has stated for some time, LETS GIVE RACISM THE BOOT !! And let’s stop patronizing women. Everyone, do more of what matters everyday.
@@susanne5803 Because the progressives in the USA are actually just closet racists who parade around under a guise of "unity" to manipulate minorities to do what they want. Doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that. That's all I've dealt with since 2019 now, and I want tf out.
Everybody's Dad had fought in WW2, so people weren't anti-war in a general sense, but Vietnam was different & people knew it was a bad idea. No one had the vocabulary to say so. Muhummad Ali and Eartha Kitt somehow did have the ability to say what people thought and get to the essence of it. Because they were Black though, it was impossible for America to respect them for it. The nation took a real blow to the spirit in that war, we should have listened. Lyndon Johnson was an excellent man (we need him today), but the war destroyed everything it touched.
The music selection and all the Catwoman footage makes me not want to take this seriously, even though it's kind of serious in tone. Not your best segment, New Yorker. Do better and use stock footage next time, maybe treat the subject matter with a tad more of a serious or respectful tone. Good reporting, though.
I'm a progressive European. The combination of deadly serious real life activist and the cat masked social critic and avenger sent shivers down my spine and brought me close to tears because I was so moved. So a very different perspective is obviously possible. Just my opinion though.
They purposefully ended by showing her being invited back to the White House under Carter, the unstated message being “we all know the CIA did bad things back then but everything is fine now”. No one should take their tone seriously because it’s obvious THEY aren’t taking this history seriously. If they were, they’d point out it’s still going on as has been revealed what? 3 days ago?
@@JGJohns09 no bad exposure, when it comes to Truth & Bravery. ...& the small minded fragile egos of some leaders! Evidently theyve learned little. This is a great teaching video. ✌️
Eartha was always smart n very wise n I have much respect for her for speaking her mind in what she believed in n she was also a strong willed lady also I loved ❤️ 💖 😍 🥰 her as Catwoman on the 60s TV 📺 Batman n R.I.P. to a beautiful lady ❤️ who was a very brave one of anything she said n done keep spreading your wings 🪽 🪽 🪽 Ms. Kitt.
I met her 32 years ago as an usher at Harbourfront in Toronto. She was straight talking and nice to her fans. I wish I had known about her heroism earlier and that she was punished for it. I would have thanked her.
The first time I saw Eartha Kitt was in that Catwoman episode. It was in the '80's, and I was in middle school(in the throes of puberty). NO ONE had ever mentioned that Catwoman was once played by a Black woman. I was instantly enthralled, and I spent weeks trying to perfect my purr, because of her. RIP Eartha Kitt.
Her CAT WOMAN performance alone, gave that Campy Batman show justice to that character!
@@PADADDIE Absolutely! Nothing against Julie Newmar, but Eartha Kitt was BORN to play Catwoman.
A powerful reminder of why Eartha Kitt was a brilliant person who stood for what she believed in and would not be intimidated by anyone.
How fierce and strong she looked while talking to LBJ
Eartha Kitt was an amazing woman, beyond Category in show business, actually. She was blackballed in America by President Johnson for speaking out against the Vietnam War, at Lady Birds luncheon. But they forgot the Catwoman had nine lives and her comeback in the 1978 Broadway musical Timbuktu!, a decade later, was as spectacular as her downfall in 1968. This is a great video thanks for the upload.
Nope. I need a whole 2 hour biopic of Miss Eartha
Exactly 💯 Thank you ‼️
That Or a HBO Miniseries produced by Ava DuVernay
I so agree. Have you read her autobiography? I bought it at one of her shows and loved it.
Watch be kind rewind
I suggest watching Be Kind Rewind, Cool Classics, and Kaz Rowe's videos on her if you want more in-depth info 😉.
"What has it got to do with the CIA if I was", is a magnificent response
This quote is in the video at 10:44. The answer, more or less, is in the book "The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government" by David Talbot.
@@wondz And what was the answer?
@@mvj1153 Once Kitt presented as one more threat to the world vision of the corrupt leader of the CIA, a first attempt at neutralization would be discrediting her reputation.
@@mvj1153 "that's classified" 💯 😉 👆
Legendary woman. 🐈⬛
Eartha wasn't only beautiful, she was also a very intelligent woman and very bold. She stared Johnson in his face and directly confronted him.
❤️✊Eartha was correct. Brave to tell the Truth when she knew it was dangerous to speak in such a bold manner. Big Love🌄
I was expecting her question to be disrespectful and accusatory or somehow showed the president in some bad light, instead her question wasn’t only valid but it offered some insight to a problem. The most powerful man in the world apparently felt so threatened this that he thought it was worth spying on her and apparently spreading misinformation about her? Wtf?!
I think it’s sad that I’m only now hearing about this some 45+ years later. It also adds to the mountain of evidence that the CIA shouldn’t exist, as it’s done more harm to this country and the world than any other US government agency.
I agree with others, a longer documentary would have been nice.
Gave him a chance to talk about his accomplishments! Wheres the threat?
Her refusal to be subservient?
She used her chance WELL.✊
@@yourturn777 yes she did
Eartha was awesome. (Rest in peace)
Eartha Kitt is Awesome!
Same 💖💖
Loved this short documentary!
I've have always loved Eartha Kitt❤️ we need more books and documentaries about her I would love to see a brilliant biopic. She has been totally underrated and I don't know why she is not celebrated well in the Black community she is a very talented and out spoken she spoke for so many of us I was that kid she spoke about. Eartha I will always hold you in the highest regards. R.I.P ❤️😽
This deserves more views.
Loved it! And the closing music...👌
I love Eartha Kitt ...i named my cat Eartha Kitty.
She is awesome and as cool as can be.
Long live the Lady
Wow...i also had a cat named Eartha kitty!
Thank you for sharing this incredibly important story.
I always heard people refer to her as cat woman but I thought she just did that for a music video or something lol didn’t know she was actually Cat Woman. That’s dope,love her even more.
I was just listening to a ton of EK music yesterday. She's in the air, somehow.
True someone just mentioned her out of the blue the other day before I came across this video.
ONLY BRAVE INDIVIDUALS EXPOSED THE TRUTH...LIVE BY IT,SUPPORTED IT.
The cat woman who was the best cat of them all. Tongue -in -cheek tv show was ahead of it’s time.
Madame Zeroni!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Beautifully presented combing the historic medias of the time in a historical yet comically terrifying manner. What would Shirley Bassey and the Propeller Heads say? I miss Ertha
1966 Batman tv series is still great!
Is this the actual documentary or just a preview? It left me wanting more. If it is a preview, I'd like to know when/where I can see the full-length documentary. Thanks
I think that was probably it, but I agree, they should've made a full length docu on this.
About Catwoman Vs. The White House
Catwoman vs. the White House was released on Apr 28, 2022 and was directed by Scott Calonico .This movie is 11 min in duration and is available in English language. Eartha Kitt are playing as the star cast in this movie. Catwoman vs. the White House is available in Documentary genre.
more than just a star and talent, she had profound premonitions of the future, and has been celebrated as much for her prescience as her talent and beauty, my favorite star
LEGEND
Black women speak for everyone
She was spot on and the truth was a cinderblock in his face. The children grew up without parents; now they complain about the results after aiding the process.
Apparently racism and misogyny have run deep in our government.
As the Timberland company has stated for some time, LETS GIVE RACISM THE BOOT !!
And let’s stop patronizing women.
Everyone, do more of what matters everyday.
Note it was a Democrat she challenged.
@@aclark903 is that your takeaway? Sad
@@yourturn777 Facts.
Wow! What an interesting piece of history!
America was afraid of a red under every bed... Still is. 😏
And it's weird because many conservatives in Europe are more progressive than the progressives in the USA.
@@susanne5803 Because the progressives in the USA are actually just closet racists who parade around under a guise of "unity" to manipulate minorities to do what they want. Doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that. That's all I've dealt with since 2019 now, and I want tf out.
Long live The New Yorker...nearing its 100th Birthday!💘🎺🎂
Piano tune at the start: Rise Up - Band of Legends
Entertaining and mesmerizing, I wanted more!
I love her ❤❤❤
Salute to a real Queen.
Eartha Kitt was the best 🐈 🐈 🐈 Catwoman in the series of Batman she was a very good singer also as well as a actress
Yes she was absolutely 💯 👌 😍
Sweet.
Whats funny is i only researched Eartha because of a simpson ep. Season 4 Ep 9, Mr. Plow. This lady sounds brave and strong.
WOW, 💪🏿MightyGIRL, Eartha!
Cool.
❤️❤️❤️
Cat 🐈woman 🐈 2022
That’s very sad 😿😿😿
The family that killed the Kennedys yeah they're ok 😂
They still do this mess to folks that aren't even celebrities as well
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Everybody's Dad had fought in WW2, so people weren't anti-war in a general sense, but Vietnam was different & people knew it was a bad idea. No one had the vocabulary to say so. Muhummad Ali and Eartha Kitt somehow did have the ability to say what people thought and get to the essence of it. Because they were Black though, it was impossible for America to respect them for it. The nation took a real blow to the spirit in that war, we should have listened. Lyndon Johnson was an excellent man (we need him today), but the war destroyed everything it touched.
And THIS is what the Atlanta "White Fashion" episode was all about. Over half a century and nothing has changed....
All Catwomen were hot!
Kathy Griffin sent me here
The bad guys are the good guys - Satan
The music selection and all the Catwoman footage makes me not want to take this seriously, even though it's kind of serious in tone. Not your best segment, New Yorker. Do better and use stock footage next time, maybe treat the subject matter with a tad more of a serious or respectful tone. Good reporting, though.
I'm a progressive European. The combination of deadly serious real life activist and the cat masked social critic and avenger sent shivers down my spine and brought me close to tears because I was so moved. So a very different perspective is obviously possible. Just my opinion though.
They purposefully ended by showing her being invited back to the White House under Carter, the unstated message being “we all know the CIA did bad things back then but everything is fine now”. No one should take their tone seriously because it’s obvious THEY aren’t taking this history seriously. If they were, they’d point out it’s still going on as has been revealed what? 3 days ago?
@@JGJohns09 But is that really the point? Or the only point? It's up to interpretation. To each their own.
@@susanne5803 Of course the New Yorker is talking about #LBJ instead of Biden. They have to run cover for a sitting Democrat..
@@JGJohns09 no bad exposure, when it comes to Truth & Bravery. ...& the small minded fragile egos of some leaders! Evidently theyve learned little. This is a great teaching video. ✌️
Cat Women lol 'she isn't real just like super man.lol
remember...it was LBJ ordered Kennedy's asassination.
Whatttttt 👀
Eartha was always smart n very wise n I have much respect for her for speaking her mind in what she believed in n she was also a strong willed lady also I loved ❤️ 💖 😍 🥰 her as Catwoman on the 60s TV 📺 Batman n R.I.P. to a beautiful lady ❤️ who was a very brave one of anything she said n done keep spreading your wings 🪽 🪽 🪽 Ms. Kitt.
ONLY BRAVE INDIVIDUALS EXPOSED THE TRUTH...LIVE BY IT,SUPPORTED IT.