One of the BEST and most talented (largely, unfortunately unheralded) women to ever grace the silver screen. They do NOT make-em like that any more (most wouldn't even get it nowadays) . . . Thank You for so generously posting this.
I've been a fan of Ann Sothern for ten years now. I became a fan of her's the year she died, but after she died. I wish I could have wrote her a letter to let her know of my admiration for her. I don't know what happen to Hollywood today, but not one is as talented and beautiful as Ann. Ann was multi-talented, a great star, and on top of that beautiful. Her beauty should be up there with Ava, Hedy, Lana, and her talent should be up there with Judy Garland, because Ann did it all!
Really nice to see this. Miss Sothern was a true gem of a person. Imet her once only by mail but she was a truly wonderful person. I'm very thankful I had that opportunity.
It is one that one rarely gets. To anyone else who got that same chance, we don't know how lucky we were. Thanlks for posting this!
Ann Sothern seemed to be a really be a nice & funny lady. Lucille Ball was funny on Screen but very serious when in a 1 on 1 interview. On Johnny Carson she was funny but when one on one you can tell she was a very stern smart no nonsense lady. But I loveall these great legends that are on youtube for the younger generations to enjoy and experience the good old days before The Media turned the world into on huge reality show mess! Seems there are too many ppl with No Talent on screen today.
I liked Ann Sothern much better when she became a BBW than the portly, middle aged Elizabeth Taylor. In my opinion, Ann was a better actress than was Elizabeth, and had a better sense of humor, and more humility.
@VealParmigiana You are very right about the humility. Ever watch her TV show, "Private Secretary" and listen to the music? Look for the credit for who wrote the music. You won't find it. She wrote the music.
Ann Sothern did win the Oscar for her role in The Whales of August. It was not with the Academy Award voters but it was in the hearts of those who knew she gave the best performance! Richard M.
Ann had a very bad bout of hepititus and the disease AND the meds made it difficult to maintain her weight.For her entire TV career it was dark dresses and BIG white collars AND a strategically placed clip board. Her first series was Private Secretary, also with Don Porter and the actress who played Olive & Vi Praskins.
Health problems sparked Ann Southern's weight gain during the filming of her serires PRIVATE SECRETARY, which began below her waist. If you watch later episodes of the series, you'll see the bottom half of her increasing blocked from view by desks, sofas and frame lines -- as she desperately tried to regain her her health and figure. Sadly, her figure never was restored.
Ann's major problem was her weight- she began gaining pounds during the '50s, and that affected any project she worked in {that's probably why she agreed to be the voice of "Mother" in "MY MOTHER THE CAR"- no cameras needed to record dialogue!}. She had been slated to co-star with Eve Arden in the original pilot of "THE MOTHERS-IN-LAW" , but producer Desi Arnaz discovered their acting styles were too similar, so Kaye Ballard replaced Ann before filming- and she never really did much after that.
Fun to see her. First discovered her via her PRIVATE SECRETARY tv show and then the other show she did with Don Porter. Both had such great chemistry. Loved the MAISIE series. She held her own in musicals too. Thanks for sharing.
Ann Sothern was so talented, and so warm and wonderful! Her Maisie movies are a real treat and her dramatic roles are just as priceless. She will always be remembered with great fondness. Thanks for the post. Her interview in her later years is very interesting and endearing.
You might enjoy this..she said this about her experience in "Whales"...and it may have been used by her in some interview as well....."Lillian was a true lady...and Bette was a star!"...her reaction on the phone AFTER the Academy Awards was priceless...and did you know she was offered the role of the old lady in "Titantic" first...great story...well, thanks again for the trip down memory lane...thank you..made my day!
She was a gem and an amazing talent.....she also was one of my best friends and biggest supporters....I miss the little imp ....I do not think i have ever laughed as hard with any other buddy. Thanks for this clip.
One of the BEST and most talented (largely, unfortunately unheralded) women to ever grace the silver screen. They do NOT make-em like that any more (most wouldn't even get it nowadays) . . . Thank You for so generously posting this.
Montavanni1 1 month ago
She was my first real crush on an actress. The Ann Sothern Show!
herbrampe 1 month ago
I loved her. Thanks for this!
Raymond31923 5 months ago
I've been a fan of Ann Sothern for ten years now. I became a fan of her's the year she died, but after she died. I wish I could have wrote her a letter to let her know of my admiration for her. I don't know what happen to Hollywood today, but not one is as talented and beautiful as Ann. Ann was multi-talented, a great star, and on top of that beautiful. Her beauty should be up there with Ava, Hedy, Lana, and her talent should be up there with Judy Garland, because Ann did it all!
MusicandDancing4Ever 11 months ago
Really nice to see this. Miss Sothern was a true gem of a person. Imet her once only by mail but she was a truly wonderful person. I'm very thankful I had that opportunity.
It is one that one rarely gets. To anyone else who got that same chance, we don't know how lucky we were. Thanlks for posting this!
asfanize 1 year ago
Ann Sothern seemed to be a really be a nice & funny lady. Lucille Ball was funny on Screen but very serious when in a 1 on 1 interview. On Johnny Carson she was funny but when one on one you can tell she was a very stern smart no nonsense lady. But I loveall these great legends that are on youtube for the younger generations to enjoy and experience the good old days before The Media turned the world into on huge reality show mess! Seems there are too many ppl with No Talent on screen today.
NFitalianGuy 1 year ago
Like all the major stars of yesteryear, Ann Sothern was a class act! I enjoy watching her movies and TV Shows.
Graddad56 1 year ago
they dont make em like Ann Sothern anymore, what a classy talented lady.
indyguy1000 1 year ago 2
@765tony Yeah poor lady played by Olivia in that one. What a nightmare.
I LUV The Whales of August.
Ann such an adoreable lady no matter what the year!
RandiSierra 1 year ago 2
@RandiSierra I'm with you on that one , one of the lovliest films ever made!
omegaman59 1 year ago
The original Cole Porter lyric ran "I've still got my looks, so what do I care". I guess that was too racy for Hollywood.
princeandrey 2 years ago
I liked Ann Sothern much better when she became a BBW than the portly, middle aged Elizabeth Taylor. In my opinion, Ann was a better actress than was Elizabeth, and had a better sense of humor, and more humility.
VealParmigiana 2 years ago 2
@VealParmigiana You are very right about the humility. Ever watch her TV show, "Private Secretary" and listen to the music? Look for the credit for who wrote the music. You won't find it. She wrote the music.
ChristophePhilippe 1 year ago
Ann Sothern did win the Oscar for her role in The Whales of August. It was not with the Academy Award voters but it was in the hearts of those who knew she gave the best performance! Richard M.
RICHARDDAVISMCLEOD 2 years ago 5
Ann had a very bad bout of hepititus and the disease AND the meds made it difficult to maintain her weight.For her entire TV career it was dark dresses and BIG white collars AND a strategically placed clip board. Her first series was Private Secretary, also with Don Porter and the actress who played Olive & Vi Praskins.
PutannaXXX 2 years ago
She should have been given the OScar!
myrnaloysboy 3 years ago
She did put on weight which was evident
in "Whales of August" but she was in her 80's at that point
keithsmove 3 years ago
Health problems sparked Ann Southern's weight gain during the filming of her serires PRIVATE SECRETARY, which began below her waist. If you watch later episodes of the series, you'll see the bottom half of her increasing blocked from view by desks, sofas and frame lines -- as she desperately tried to regain her her health and figure. Sadly, her figure never was restored.
horarwgt 3 years ago
ann sothern remained beautiful inside and out despite her wieght gain,the memory of ann sothern will always be with us
ddaawnn55 3 years ago 5
Simon Lake invented the modern submarine. He was the grandfather of Ann Sothern (born Harriet Lake).
carrotville 3 years ago
Ann's major problem was her weight- she began gaining pounds during the '50s, and that affected any project she worked in {that's probably why she agreed to be the voice of "Mother" in "MY MOTHER THE CAR"- no cameras needed to record dialogue!}. She had been slated to co-star with Eve Arden in the original pilot of "THE MOTHERS-IN-LAW" , but producer Desi Arnaz discovered their acting styles were too similar, so Kaye Ballard replaced Ann before filming- and she never really did much after that.
fromthesidelines 3 years ago
Fun to see her. First discovered her via her PRIVATE SECRETARY tv show and then the other show she did with Don Porter. Both had such great chemistry. Loved the MAISIE series. She held her own in musicals too. Thanks for sharing.
erzbet07 4 years ago
Maisie is my all-time hero! Thank you Ann Sothern!
dixielarue 4 years ago 2
thanx for this
STU676 4 years ago
Ann Sothern was so talented, and so warm and wonderful! Her Maisie movies are a real treat and her dramatic roles are just as priceless. She will always be remembered with great fondness. Thanks for the post. Her interview in her later years is very interesting and endearing.
ginhay2003 4 years ago 2
My God! She was a great talent and a nice
lady..It's sad that she left us.
Thank God we still have her work
and this interview that Lenny Maltin
did with her.
143AC 4 years ago
She was so great. Totally underrated!
VenusInFurs 4 years ago
You might enjoy this..she said this about her experience in "Whales"...and it may have been used by her in some interview as well....."Lillian was a true lady...and Bette was a star!"...her reaction on the phone AFTER the Academy Awards was priceless...and did you know she was offered the role of the old lady in "Titantic" first...great story...well, thanks again for the trip down memory lane...thank you..made my day!
Longfellow10 4 years ago
She was a gem and an amazing talent.....she also was one of my best friends and biggest supporters....I miss the little imp ....I do not think i have ever laughed as hard with any other buddy. Thanks for this clip.
Longfellow10 4 years ago 2
Yes a talented and versatile actress who never got the plaudits she deserved.
tallulahdarling 4 years ago
What a versatile actress and what a long career!
Lgevirtz 5 years ago
My favorite actress.
MsMisiak 5 years ago
So true Sothern was a great example of brilliant actress who is an unknown today because she got no publicity
markxxx21 5 years ago
One of my fave actresses of all time...she was so underrated.
Canuckoperafan 5 years ago
she was a great actress. i remember letter for a three wives.
free78 5 years ago