On The Road with Ernest Borgnine: In The Navy and John Wayne

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ส.ค. 2024
  • Ernie tells the story of how he wound up in the Navy for ten years, during the Depression. In WWII, he served as a first class gunner's mate, going up and down the East Coast hunting German submarines. Ernie tells about getting drunk with John Wayne. For some odd reason, I cannot recall the name of the film "True Grit."

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  • @infectedvector
    @infectedvector 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    The man drove his own bus..and got tickled as hell to see a convoy of GI's on the road. Gotta love him.

    • @drdkenobi6531
      @drdkenobi6531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We got us a convoy buddy! Damn I miss this Legend.

  • @mikefrancis9707
    @mikefrancis9707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I was fortunate enough to meet Erne a couple of times while he was traveling in his coach. We sat and talked for a couple of hours each time . It was a great experience with a great man. A truly lasting experience that I will not forget

  • @3-2-1-.
    @3-2-1-. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Seeing his face light up as he passed the Army convoy and laid on the air horn, just made my day! HooooAaaaaahhhhh!!!

  • @dsim6703
    @dsim6703 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    He seemed like a no nonsense type of guy. The service really did make a man outta him. None of today's Hollywood actors can stand up to his classic generation

    • @dougreed2257
      @dougreed2257 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      David simmons, absolutely right you are!!

    • @rustyruss2962
      @rustyruss2962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes sir u got that Rite

    • @MikeC-g8f
      @MikeC-g8f 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My Dad was in the Navy WW2. Passed in 55. Makes me have even more admiration for Ernest Great actor of the greatest generation. And Airwolf will always be a favorite

  • @jknuttel
    @jknuttel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I met Ernest Borgnine at a film festival back in the late 1990s. He was a big teddy bear. An extremely nice man.

  • @waynegilchrist1596
    @waynegilchrist1596 4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    Always loved Ernest Borgnine and hold him in the highest regards as a war hero, which he was.

  • @scdevon
    @scdevon 6 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    What a great American. RIP, sir.

  • @JMVideos7676
    @JMVideos7676 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Ernest Borgnine had an acting range that out shined almost all his contemporaries in Hollywood. He could play the meanest villains or the funniest comedy roles and do it convincingly and outstandingly.

  • @mrbeaverstate
    @mrbeaverstate 7 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Ernest Borgnine, Jimmy Stewart the real actor heroes. Along with the other non actors millions who served.

    • @tamaraweber3296
      @tamaraweber3296 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      mrbeaverstate I believe it was Jimmy Stewart who lost his only son to the war.

    • @steveellis7174
      @steveellis7174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@tamaraweber3296 He lost his son in Vietnam.

    • @miked1765
      @miked1765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tamaraweber3296 Jimmy Stewart flew 25 bombing missions over Europe. He remained in the reserves and retired in the 1960’s as a Brigadier general.
      A lot of other Hollywood Celebrities served during the war including
      Don Rickles Navy
      Lee Marvin Marines
      Tony Curtis Navy
      Bob Barker Navy
      Glenn Miller USAAF Died in service. His aircraft Disappeared over the English Channel in December 1944
      Leslie Howard British Military also lost in the war when his plane was shot down by the Germans
      Clark Gable Should be noted that his wife was killed in a plane crash on a war bonds tour
      Mickey Rooney
      Robert Ryan
      And Many more served
      How many do you think would serve today in a war of similar size and scope.

    • @susanvineyard4034
      @susanvineyard4034 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lee Marvin won the Silver Star plus other high citations for his bravery in the Pacific. He was always quiet about it. There’s a terrific Johnny Carson interview with him. Amazing.

  • @stevejohnson7354
    @stevejohnson7354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    what a good, decent man he was. cant stop watching these videos. sure his family was glad they did this project

  • @jamesdodge7268
    @jamesdodge7268 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    My friend and her family met Mr.Borgenine and had nothing but the best to say about him...he is wonderful to see on screen.

  • @josephlandrut4154
    @josephlandrut4154 8 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Ernest was a great star and if was alive today he would be 99 years of age.

  • @gsgran984
    @gsgran984 12 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You will be missed Ernest, such a gentleman. My condolences to your entire family,

  • @marclaw4511
    @marclaw4511 8 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Rooster Cogburn,the man with the patch.The film is true grit.

    • @francisdrake6622
      @francisdrake6622 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      FILL YOUR HANDS YOU SONOFABITCH!

    • @carvinlambert6899
      @carvinlambert6899 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I call that Bull Talk, from a one eyed Fat man!

  • @paddyneill1964
    @paddyneill1964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those soldiers in the convoy had no idea who was honking at them. GM1 Borgnine you are class sir.
    Even when he’s driving on “personal” time he’s the epitome of a professional. He knows there’s a camera on him, he knows what to do. That is just flipping awesome 👏

  • @an-tm3250
    @an-tm3250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He certainly didn't miss anything by not being around in this 2020 debacle. Imagine looking at this simple pleasure as a luxury.

  • @oldcop18
    @oldcop18 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was in the Navy, HM3 (Hospital Corpsman Third Class), from 1964 - 1968. Did a lot of growing up and I still use a lot of those lessons today in retirement. I have a great deal of respect for Ernest Borgnine.

  • @geoffm9944
    @geoffm9944 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ernest was a straightforward and down to earth character actor, who appeared in so many marvellous films. He’s sadly missed.

  • @kuehnel16
    @kuehnel16 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Roster Coburn True Grit. And Mrs Borgnine I want to thank you sir for all your service. And I love everything you have done. GREAT ACTOR 👍

  • @tomlack7326
    @tomlack7326 6 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    He was our neighbor during the time he was filming Machale’s Navy and it was an adventure to say the lest

  • @generalzod7959
    @generalzod7959 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    He was great in emperor of the north. Such a fantastic sadist!

  • @TheShockWA
    @TheShockWA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Marty!
    That was my favorite Earnest Borgnine movie.

  • @flybob63
    @flybob63 10 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Great American and a favorite of mine....

    • @rockzulla
      @rockzulla 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      amen to that .

  • @pauln8913
    @pauln8913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This man was so great, he was a giant of a actor and he lived a great life. He appears to be as happy meeting a waitress or a ceo. He does not appear to be impressed with titles.I enjoyed all of his movies starting with Marty

  • @marcotorres2696
    @marcotorres2696 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I used to watch him as a child in Spanish dubbed movies. I miss him. Great personality.

  • @bassmangotdbluz3547
    @bassmangotdbluz3547 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    "He's the Tiger of the Pacific, Quinton McHale!"

    • @meme7773
      @meme7773 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I almost forgot! Thanks!👍🏼

    • @surreygeorge11
      @surreygeorge11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I saw that episode

  • @jad67jd
    @jad67jd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I miss this man. He's like family member to me.

    • @southwest3671
      @southwest3671 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We can all relate. Awesome.

  • @southerngirlsrock2799
    @southerngirlsrock2799 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    There has never been a movie that he was in that I didn’t like! Love this guy!

  • @wallyfronzaglio372
    @wallyfronzaglio372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How cool is that Ernie driving his own bus

  • @shadow-Sun
    @shadow-Sun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a great actor in his heyday , the golden age of Hollywood and so ordinary and down to earth it appears from this interview. If a movie from the 50s or 60s had Ernie in it it was always worth a watch some absolute classic performances the fans here will know which ones I am talking about .

  • @ssnoc
    @ssnoc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Borgnine was a terrific actor and a Giant among Men - A gentle Giant -

  • @Wormhole798
    @Wormhole798 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ernest Borginine was a great guy. He'll be deeply missed.

  • @happynow01
    @happynow01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Back when hoolywood was made of actors you could admire and love! This guy is awesome!

  • @jackoshaw
    @jackoshaw 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I used to love it when Dennis Miller had Borgnine on his radio show..... He had a lot to say and was down to earth...

  • @garycherry1626
    @garycherry1626 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Enjoyed this video. Ernest was a great actor and it seems a good Guy as well. God Bless Ernest Borgnine ....

  • @Chewygsxr
    @Chewygsxr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He was absolutely awesome in the Movie From here to Eternity and the Wild Bunch.

  • @greglapointe1311
    @greglapointe1311 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ernie was in so many good movies, even the lesser known ones. One of my favorites is The Devil's Rain where he plays the devil, along with Tom Skerrit and William Shatner. The Wild Bunch is probably my favorite Borgnine movie ever. I grew up watching him as a kid in McHale's Navy, I loved that show.

  • @Met-Tech
    @Met-Tech 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could listen to him tell stories all day.

  • @richardmorris7063
    @richardmorris7063 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this guy,one of the best from the greatest generation. Ernie was one of a kind & I miss him.

  • @maricidevamega939
    @maricidevamega939 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One of my favourite old day actors!

  • @binksterb
    @binksterb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Ernie is a honorary CPO, and was on our ship during a Great Lakes Cruise. He went and had to see all of the crew. Will never forget him.

  • @realemiele.franco736
    @realemiele.franco736 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh yeah that's Earnest all right. Hell of a man, actor, veteran, etc. Not many guys like him. He could play any character given. R.I.P good sir. You have done your country proud. 🙏🏼🇺🇸🌎

  • @maryland8532
    @maryland8532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Loved this actor! A true patriot and skilled actor!

  • @terryg3921
    @terryg3921 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr. Brognine was a great American for his service in the Navy. Thanks to veterans like that!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Paladin1873
    @Paladin1873 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I guess if I was interviewing Ernest Borgnine while he was driving his bus, I'd be a bit too in awe to remember details such as True Grit and Rooster Cogburn. He just seems like the real deal, a genuine regular Joe. I wish we had as many people like that today as we used to.

  • @townimages1
    @townimages1 12 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Full sail Ernie, we will miss you !

  • @HarrisonKillianAnimation
    @HarrisonKillianAnimation 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ernest will always be one of the best actors to ever Grace this earth. His work stands the test of time, he will always be my favorite superhero. I miss Ernest

  • @professordanfurmanek3732
    @professordanfurmanek3732 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A wonderful to spend some time with one of America's greatest Legends!! The honesty and integrity of this gentleman is truly awe-inspiring!! We will miss him but his Legend will continue for all time!!

  • @Mr.Big-Gunz
    @Mr.Big-Gunz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr.Borgnine was a great man...on and off of the stage,, he was a real hero in life, and a hero on the big screen,, mr.Borgnine i sure do miss you, & i wish you still here with us now...

  • @skeena59
    @skeena59 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Member of the greatest generation.

    • @JeepTJWheelin
      @JeepTJWheelin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So was my grandfather, he was an Army combat medic. Lived to be 98 and said he was on borrowed time, thought he should have died on D-Day or soon thereafter. He was blessed to make it home safely in one piece. However, it was the wounds unseen that took their toll. He rarely spoke of the war and when he did, it was brief!
      God bless everyone 🕆

  • @Imintune...
    @Imintune... 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such a versatile actor either playing a heavy or likeable character .

  • @lcee6592
    @lcee6592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The WW 2 generation is one of two the greatest generations ever in the United States history. The other greatest generation are those who fought the Revolutionary War. (minute men)

  • @scottm.franklinnc7942
    @scottm.franklinnc7942 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    RIP Mr.Borgnine, from this Vet...thank you for your service
    an outstanding actor ...

  • @vic-ff9du
    @vic-ff9du 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I was a trucker for 37 years wish i would have met him.

  • @timcarter5842
    @timcarter5842 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A true legend and class act..wish he was still here..

  • @walterpalmer2749
    @walterpalmer2749 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    just a wonderful person....

    • @dinobuick
      @dinobuick 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Walter Palmer: I agree, a wonderful man and a great actor.

    • @Robconnors7253
      @Robconnors7253 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree. .A wonderful good man ..

  • @FredrickLeicht
    @FredrickLeicht 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this guy. I worked with him when he was present of the SAG.

  • @donaldconnelly3794
    @donaldconnelly3794 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's Something You Hardly Ever
    See Is A Movie Star Driving His Own Bus Sounds Good To Me That's The way For Star To Meet
    His Fellow Americans. Two Thumbs Up Ernest.!

  • @MrSunlander
    @MrSunlander 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You had a blast and thank you for sharing.

  • @CarlaD-vu8hq
    @CarlaD-vu8hq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG this is priceless I am watching all of them I love Ernie

  • @sherrywyllie2163
    @sherrywyllie2163 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    He reminds me of my Dad. Such a nice guy. Great series. Thank you.

  • @PappyStu
    @PappyStu 12 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Fair Winds and Calm Seas from one old squid to another, I'll miss you Ernie....
    PappyStu
    MMC (SS)

    • @SoapinTrucker
      @SoapinTrucker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      With all due respect Sir, it's "I bid you fair winds & following seas!" (Following Seas, like a tailwind LOL) :)

  • @billmccabe6188
    @billmccabe6188 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    McHale Navy was my favorite show when it was on. I loved it and was excited to see it.

  • @donaldwilliamson4150
    @donaldwilliamson4150 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great man great actor always love him

  • @chevyvan9568
    @chevyvan9568 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Poseidon Adventure was one of my favs

    • @xxvavyguy4457
      @xxvavyguy4457 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I totally agree. My other fav. roles/films were Willard and of course McHales Navy. Poseidon though is by far my fav. of his many outstanding roles.

    • @jca4la
      @jca4la 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Loved that one too. Was also in one of many stars in a movie with an awesome name:
      Bad Day At Black Rock
      Spencer Tracy, Robert Ryan, Anne Francis, Lee Marvin, Dean Jagger and Walter Brennan also starred in this post WW 2 western noir classic.

  • @pens8766
    @pens8766 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite film of his is the wild bunch man what a film. Also cabbie from escape from New York.

  • @saturn3344
    @saturn3344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He has his pants undone just driving down the road. What a great character.

  • @h4l414
    @h4l414 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great man! Thanks for the interview.

  • @alcoleman5261
    @alcoleman5261 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ernest Borgnine was a real American. Most Hollywood actors were self centered and looked down on their audiences, but Ernie never thought of the little man as little. He was a great actor too.

  • @eileenmoore7725
    @eileenmoore7725 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your service Sir.

  • @erikramaekers63
    @erikramaekers63 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful man and he won a Oscar for Marty.He played nice guys like Marty and sadists like the sergeant in From Here to Eternity or the heavy in Bad Day at Black Rock.RIP

  • @ionecuff6323
    @ionecuff6323 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Too bad there was no professional camera man to get footage of the convoy. Even though the camera was mounted, they could have rotated or moved it to show what he was so excited about. Notice a lot of times throughout the different videos of Ernie mentioning things he sees, but cameraman doesn't follow along with it. I've always loved the honesty, compassion, and patriotism that Ernest Borgnine has always had for others and our country. I can tell that he has passed it down to his son too and even more thankful for that....................a real parent!!! God Bless Ernest's soul and his family. What a great and wonderful man.

  • @donmoore7785
    @donmoore7785 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an awesome time capsule. Very happy to come across this.

  • @richardwallace3477
    @richardwallace3477 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I liked him in “Bad Day at Black Rock”

  • @rsrfm24
    @rsrfm24 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great down to earth man….rip Ernie.🙏❤️

  • @markcoxen8563
    @markcoxen8563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Marty"--brilliant performance, 'nuff said.

  • @mc-lp4zl
    @mc-lp4zl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    'You took from me the only thing I loved in the whole world! My Linda!'
    Ernie on the Poseidon Adventure

  • @edgargiosano
    @edgargiosano 12 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A lot of memories of Mr B Growing up. RIP EB.........

  • @bluenetmarketing
    @bluenetmarketing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ernest Borgnine was one of the best!

  • @LANDSEAAIRCANADA
    @LANDSEAAIRCANADA 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    One of the greats !

  • @THE-HammerMan
    @THE-HammerMan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad you've posted all of these bus bits... Thank you!

  • @gerrychapman
    @gerrychapman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr. Borgnine should have received an Oscar for his performance as: Dutch Engstrom in Peckinpah's masterpiece: THE WILD BUNCH!

  • @donclark4685
    @donclark4685 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can you not like Ernie. Wonderful person and wonderful actor.

  • @mintooji1100
    @mintooji1100 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My favorite show and actor. McHale

  • @jasonsmith6408
    @jasonsmith6408 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Emporer of the North! Was hoping to meet him in the Lodge in Richmond, Va

  • @douglasvonfreund8945
    @douglasvonfreund8945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a cool guy ! Great Actor .He is truly missed !

  • @Trucker1957
    @Trucker1957 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved Earnest Borgnine, what a nice friendly man.

  • @Flap999
    @Flap999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a guy. A true Everyman.❤️

  • @ronaldrutledge1926
    @ronaldrutledge1926 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed watching every movie he was in

  • @waynethebarber1095
    @waynethebarber1095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    He would come in my barber shop in West Allis Wi when he was in town for the Great Circus Parade.
    The first time he came in, I had a regular customer coming in, so he sat and waited till I was done with him. When I asked him if he wanted his eyebrows trimmed, He said " Oh kid, dont tuch them, that's money in the bank!" He even sent me an autographed picture made out to me. I still have it in my shop. He was a very cool person. Loved people. I gave him 4 or 5 haircuts over the years....

  • @larryloveless2967
    @larryloveless2967 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Incredible hearing how prior to Mc Hales' Navy he served in the Navy for 10 years.

  • @YARROWS9
    @YARROWS9 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this guy. My Grandfather served throughout the war on the county class Cruiser HMS Kent.

  • @catherineoconnell3213
    @catherineoconnell3213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ernie! Ernie! He drove the fastest bus in the west........."Good Ole Ernie!" 🍀

  • @Goldwing1500rider
    @Goldwing1500rider 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always enjoyed his movies and loved his personality!!

  • @refealibazeta7886
    @refealibazeta7886 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    From here to Eternity. The stockade sergeant. He called Sinatra Monkey in the movie. Lol!

  • @JohnDoe-pe1em
    @JohnDoe-pe1em 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great man and actor

  • @johnherrera3559
    @johnherrera3559 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A great actor and seemingly a great guy. A true example of the greatest generation

  • @teddyvincent4833
    @teddyvincent4833 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So different from most of the actors today. RIP, sir.

  • @rick43pen
    @rick43pen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Part of life that sucks as you get old is all your favourite actors die.

  • @loriharris1215
    @loriharris1215 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy to find this 👍🏻