I think that it's a shame that today most of her fame was taken from her and that she has basically faded into oblivion due to Gene Simmons. The fucked up rocked of today who dosen't deserve to share anything with this woman of class :(
Heavens to Murgatroid! That was a LOT of fun to see today for the first time! Jean Simmons was one of cinema's greatest talents....in looks & acting ability. THANK YOU for posting this clip....you've MADE my day & my week! :-)
I've had a HUGE crush on this woman, ever since the first time I saw "Spartacus." In the dictionary, for the definition of the word "adorable," all they need to do is put a photo of Jean Simmons there... and everyone will immediately understand what that word means.
@sweeney60 I don't think dear Jean had a voice double for any of her songs in Guys and Dolls, including "I'll Know". It certainly sounds like her. Sam Goldwyn specifically asked that she and Brando do all their own singing. (And what a lovable performance from the both of them, even alongside the great Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine.)
@twtape i wait i was mistaken, she made a comment about how she didn't really sing, what she meant was that she didnt think she sang very well, i personally thought she was quite good, though i still resent that they cut out marry the man today, that song would have been a hilarious duet between her and vivianne blaine.
How can he get her name wrong??!!!! :/ I LOVEE her...(Im playing Sarah Brown in our production at the moment ...Not as good as her tho looool) R.I.P Jean Simmons :( xxx
"Ms. Simmons is an addition to our program no matter what the circumstances." My goodness that's classy diplomacy! Where have charm and manners gone since the mid-20th-Century in America?
i love jean simmons. was she originoly used as a Vivien Leigh clone? in my opinion she is a cross between Elizabeth Taylor and Vivien Leigh a very beautiful woman
How little Hollywood stars knew about hyping their movies back then or even about hyping themselves. She seems very unrehearsed and unscripted and, of course, beautiful.
@jimvs1 Totally agree - one of my top three favorite films. Did you ever see her in "Daisies in December" with Joss Ackland on Showtime (Cable TV), back in 1995, or "December Flower" on public TV in the late 80s. In both, she gave beautiful and poignant performances.
A musical with Marlon Brando and Jean Simmons in leads and Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine in secondary parts -- let's see MTV try to top that! Thanx for posting. Jean Simmons was a great talent which Hollywood unfortunately misused to a major extent.
That smart ass on the end spoils this show.
mikelheron20 1 week ago
Yes in 1960 she married her Director Richards Brooks.
franklindavid 2 weeks ago
I think that it's a shame that today most of her fame was taken from her and that she has basically faded into oblivion due to Gene Simmons. The fucked up rocked of today who dosen't deserve to share anything with this woman of class :(
orhugs 2 months ago 2
Lovely actress!
It's a pity that she could not find a man in her life, like Spartacus.
franklindavid 5 months ago
@franklindavid
She did She married a big time director when she was still lovely and young.
GOD Bless,
-Miss De Jian
jimvs1 2 weeks ago
Heavens to Murgatroid! That was a LOT of fun to see today for the first time! Jean Simmons was one of cinema's greatest talents....in looks & acting ability. THANK YOU for posting this clip....you've MADE my day & my week! :-)
JubalCalif 9 months ago
I've had a HUGE crush on this woman, ever since the first time I saw "Spartacus." In the dictionary, for the definition of the word "adorable," all they need to do is put a photo of Jean Simmons there... and everyone will immediately understand what that word means.
Tessmage 9 months ago 3
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sweeney60 10 months ago
@sweeney60 I don't think dear Jean had a voice double for any of her songs in Guys and Dolls, including "I'll Know". It certainly sounds like her. Sam Goldwyn specifically asked that she and Brando do all their own singing. (And what a lovable performance from the both of them, even alongside the great Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine.)
twtape 7 months ago
@twtape i wait i was mistaken, she made a comment about how she didn't really sing, what she meant was that she didnt think she sang very well, i personally thought she was quite good, though i still resent that they cut out marry the man today, that song would have been a hilarious duet between her and vivianne blaine.
sweeney60 7 months ago
@sweeney60 Maybe she was too nervous to do a whole song with Vivian! x> Her voice wasn't as strong, but you're right, she did well.
twtape 7 months ago
@twtape maybe, but i think it was to crucial a part of the musical to have just been cut out.
sweeney60 7 months ago
How can he get her name wrong??!!!! :/ I LOVEE her...(Im playing Sarah Brown in our production at the moment ...Not as good as her tho looool) R.I.P Jean Simmons :( xxx
Cinderaly001 10 months ago
Love this woman!
amopower1 11 months ago 2
haha I love her! she was like: "I have to sing---now?! sorry, gotta go, forgot to turn off the stove..."RIP
abakusek 11 months ago
One of my all-time favorite ladies!
edwardjames50 1 year ago
My, but she was beautiful!! She is missed. RIP.
rskissack 1 year ago
"Ms. Simmons is an addition to our program no matter what the circumstances." My goodness that's classy diplomacy! Where have charm and manners gone since the mid-20th-Century in America?
lawrencefollower 1 year ago
Wow, i've never heard her voice so high before...
hatti369 1 year ago
My favorite scenes are from "the big country". her & greg peck were just fantastic together. if you have not seen the film check it out.
whiskeyify 1 year ago
@whiskeyify My favorites too. A great western. After seeing the movie, I went to the used book store and bought the book.
muskratrowdy 1 year ago
guys and dolls!
jamierourketen 1 year ago
I always wondered why they had that old drunk on the panel
eb641 1 year ago
I love Jean Simmons. I miss her. She was beautiful, classy and a great actress. God bless your soal Jean
s3asfm 1 year ago
beautiful smile!
blindklown69 1 year ago
I loved Jean Simmons. She was such a touch of class. RIP Jean.
ChevelleSSGuy 1 year ago 2
i loved the way she ran when Bennet asked her to sing
pushbiker3 1 year ago
she looks a teensy bit like vivien leigh
iluvnola123 1 year ago 3
@iluvnola123 I totally agree!
lenal1l 1 year ago
@iluvnola123 I'll bet Jean has heard it before too. Check her reaction when Fred Allen calls out the name "Vivien". As if she knows the jig is up.
OnCloudNine62 1 year ago
Jean your amazing,im so very very heartbroken you are gone :(
hotchillibot 2 years ago 4
She had the most beautiful speaking voice.
cutevwbug 2 years ago 3
Oh, how the world misses her.
edwardjames50 2 years ago
HAPPY birthday jean
ecraines 2 years ago
Jean.............you were so beautiful. One of the most beautiful actresses ever on film. I can't believe you died. I thought you would live forever.
You were beautiful in Desiree. You were what made that film work. You were most beautiful in that film.
astralagosto 2 years ago 7
R.I.P
tiffanymb3 2 years ago
rip jean simmons-
hswatnik 2 years ago
RIP 1929-2010
GEVMM 2 years ago 2
rip
jtdavi05 2 years ago
R.I.P Jean
frankie07921 2 years ago
RIP jean simmons
baddmanaz 2 years ago 2
Jean Simmons 1929-2010
Rest In Peace
Andy1972206 2 years ago 2
Incredable show! it takes you back in time to see these famous people.
franklindavid 2 years ago
stunning looking woman!.pure class
sammydavisjnrjnr 2 years ago
She was so innocent, for real.
grainofsandfan 2 years ago 2
Jean Simmons in great new bio Charlton Heston: An Incredible Life: Revised Edition at amazon!
Bestmanme08 2 years ago
joan simmons? no! lol
juliet8 2 years ago
An absolute babe
uranoba 2 years ago 6
I love her voice and speaking =)
ShawDAMAN 2 years ago
THE most beautiful actress on the silver screen.
Now don't say I'm wrong--to me, she is!
Not only beautiful but adorable as well. Wow, what a doll.
ipmoic 2 years ago 10
oh how gracious Arlene is !!
operjxm 2 years ago 3
i love jean simmons. was she originoly used as a Vivien Leigh clone? in my opinion she is a cross between Elizabeth Taylor and Vivien Leigh a very beautiful woman
mrjames9999 2 years ago 11
Well said, I agree she's a beauty in the same caliber
calalilygirl 2 years ago 2
How little Hollywood stars knew about hyping their movies back then or even about hyping themselves. She seems very unrehearsed and unscripted and, of course, beautiful.
177hender 2 years ago 7
Jean Simmonds is soo cute! Love her!
ColumbiaTD 3 years ago 37
Took the words right out of my mouth.
f01863 2 years ago
LOL!! how fast did she get out of that chair wen they asked her to sing!! lmao!!
xvt4 3 years ago 10
Jean Simmons was a beauty! Loved her - especially in "Spartacus!"
chalomirof63 3 years ago 32
@chalomirof63
Oh that was great fim!I really enjoy her talent in that film too.Also,she was marvelous opposite Kirk.
GOD Bless,
-Miss De Jian
jimvs1 2 weeks ago
@jimvs1 Totally agree - one of my top three favorite films. Did you ever see her in "Daisies in December" with Joss Ackland on Showtime (Cable TV), back in 1995, or "December Flower" on public TV in the late 80s. In both, she gave beautiful and poignant performances.
chalomirof63 2 weeks ago
@chalomirof63
I never have,I'll have to check those out.Thank you.
GOD Bless,
-Miss De Jian
jimvs1 2 weeks ago
She sings fine in the movie. Not amazingly, but fine. And she looks gorgeous.
rosaf19 3 years ago 9
A musical with Marlon Brando and Jean Simmons in leads and Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine in secondary parts -- let's see MTV try to top that! Thanx for posting. Jean Simmons was a great talent which Hollywood unfortunately misused to a major extent.
soulierinvestments 3 years ago 9