"Still" watch this show today, still great, still "was" a great time in the 70's when this came out, there is just NOTHING TODAY, that I can watch that is true comedy like this. (yes he is alive as of this date 7/31/11). but that goes to show how much the internet can be totally wrong. In the 70's when there was no internet, i am sure it would not have happened at all.
my late father looked a lot like Hal Linden and at a distance (a LONG distance) he could pass. Same grey hair and black moustache. it gave him a lot of pleasure to think he looked like HL. Everytime I see a photo of Mr. Linden, I think of my dad.
phew! Scared me. I thought Hal really did pass away too when I saw "Farewell Hall Linden" listed in YouTube's search results. Glad he's still around.
On record for favoring forced civilian disarmament of the American people. Thinks only the police and military should have guns. Typical Jewish American fascist.
@FaganRoberts Well we have more or less forced disarmament here in Australia, and we don't miss it. We can have hunting rifles and pistols and so on, but not semi-automatics and weapons up in firepower from that. No big deal. And why do you have to go xenophobic/racist/extreme political about it? Lighten up.
@wtw88 Most Aussie gun owners and civil libertarians I've talked loathe the 1996 gun laws. So yes, it is a big deal. It certainly was a big deal for your extremist government. Afraid of a fully empowered electorate, I guess. Shame! Shame! Funny you throw around words taught to you in school and you have no idea what they mean. So you lighten up. That hate is going to burn you up one day, boy!
You're a fucking moron to post something like this for someone who isn't even dead. To think how much time you wasted putting this piece of shit together makes me think you must not have a productive life...so do everyone a favor and go get one!!!!
Hal Linden is not dead ! This video is in rather bad taste.
Hal Linden is alive and well and on Facebook. Check him out. He's very gracious and likes "to friend" people on Facebook. (So is Abe Vigoda, BTW. Also alive and well. Also active on Facebook. Abe's a hoot. He posts something funny almost everyday.)
An obituary no matter how well regarded to the subject is very odd to say the least...some would say in poor taste and I would agree...if you love him, like I do, celebrate his life and for god's sake wait until someones dead to say farewell.
Hal Linden just celebrated his 79th Birthday on March 20, 2010. He is still alive and kicking. May God bless him and keep him healthy for a long time. He was great in Barney Miller and I enjoyed all his shows.
It says "PREMATURE" death notice! Look up the word "premature" folks, that is, if you can read. I got a slight chuckle out of this, and maybe Hal did too (God rest his soul).
he has not passed!You might be thinking of Ron Carey who played Carl Levitz on Barney Miller who passed in 2007,James Gregory played Inspector Luger who passed in 2002,or Jack Soo who passed in 1979,but Hal Linden is still alive and well ! Nice tribute though but premature!
Sentida presentaciòn-resumen cuyo fondo musical nos anunciaba una muy amena velada con Barney Miller su equipo de detectives y todos aquellos extras para un argumento de filosófico humor cotidiano. GRACIAS A TODOS ELLOS.
hal linden is a good actor on WILL AND GRACE he was will's suger daddy I thought that was funny and there was a movie he did with alan alda that was funny too
How cool is that opening theme? Right up there with Sanford and Son and the Rockford Files and Hawaii 5-0 for great instrumental TV show themes. Excellent posting. Thanks!
they did the same thing to Abe Vigoda. They made a roomer that he was dead but he is still alive. Hal Linden is deffenitly still alive. Why would you post this? so stupid
The Beauty of a Pre-Memorial is knowing that You are still Loved, and How You would still be appreciated for the Love You brought to so many. Here's to You Hal!
@news1st Bullshit mate. You made me feel sad that another "friend" had died. Then you justify what you did by saying that there's beauty in it. R.I.P. to you.
I got all bummed out about Hal.. and it would appear that he is alive.. modify your title...
saying it would be sad if he died.. we all die.
Hal Linden, born Harold Lipshitz on March 20th in 1931 is most famous for his role as Barney Miller on the show of the same name.
Being musical, he played classical clarinet in symphony orchestras. After graduating high school, he studied music at Queens College New York. He played in dance bands and was drafted and entertained the troops in Korea.
Hal Linden is NOT dead!
misstee101 1 month ago
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Hal Linden isn't dead. Are you sure this is an appropriate title?
CSATexan 3 months ago
Just take this down! No rush for him to go anywhere!!!!
glasscitadel12 6 months ago
"Still" watch this show today, still great, still "was" a great time in the 70's when this came out, there is just NOTHING TODAY, that I can watch that is true comedy like this. (yes he is alive as of this date 7/31/11). but that goes to show how much the internet can be totally wrong. In the 70's when there was no internet, i am sure it would not have happened at all.
discolarry124 6 months ago
Harry Lipshits (Unsure of the spelling) is still drawing breath. Good stuff.
jcmanc72 7 months ago
Saw the ghost of Hal on an episode of Hot In Clevland last week, looking pretty good for a dead man.
bonedaddyo 8 months ago
I have to agree with the others, this is in very poor taste and should be taken down and/or flagged/reported.
RigaFraction 8 months ago
Excuse me? As od April this year, Hal Linden is STILL ALIVE!!
Doug4422 8 months ago
my late father looked a lot like Hal Linden and at a distance (a LONG distance) he could pass. Same grey hair and black moustache. it gave him a lot of pleasure to think he looked like HL. Everytime I see a photo of Mr. Linden, I think of my dad.
togirl188 8 months ago
STILL ALIVE!!!!!!!
narlacat 8 months ago
As of May 21, 2011, Hal Linden is still alive, still acting, and still involved with charity work.
UncleMikeNJ 9 months ago
This is by far some kind of evil!! How could you pull something this wicked? Shame on you!!
mr2del 9 months ago
What a cheap ploy to get views on this clip. Fail.
screwyootube1 10 months ago
HAL LINDEN IS ALIVE!!!
vanaphil 10 months ago
phew! Scared me. I thought Hal really did pass away too when I saw "Farewell Hall Linden" listed in YouTube's search results. Glad he's still around.
FiftiesSixtiesFan 11 months ago
Lipshitz is a liberal.
On record for favoring forced civilian disarmament of the American people. Thinks only the police and military should have guns. Typical Jewish American fascist.
FaganRoberts 1 year ago
@FaganRoberts Well we have more or less forced disarmament here in Australia, and we don't miss it. We can have hunting rifles and pistols and so on, but not semi-automatics and weapons up in firepower from that. No big deal. And why do you have to go xenophobic/racist/extreme political about it? Lighten up.
wtw88 7 months ago
@wtw88 Most Aussie gun owners and civil libertarians I've talked loathe the 1996 gun laws. So yes, it is a big deal. It certainly was a big deal for your extremist government. Afraid of a fully empowered electorate, I guess. Shame! Shame! Funny you throw around words taught to you in school and you have no idea what they mean. So you lighten up. That hate is going to burn you up one day, boy!
FaganRoberts 7 months ago
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@wtw88
I think you are wrong on that I just look up the Australian GOV and they have all sorts of fire power.
CSATexan 3 months ago
You're a fucking moron to post something like this for someone who isn't even dead. To think how much time you wasted putting this piece of shit together makes me think you must not have a productive life...so do everyone a favor and go get one!!!!
nukkinfuts5150 1 year ago
Barney Miller...best frickin TV show there ever was! God, I miss that era of television!
parkman35 1 year ago
Steve was Definitely on the Level of Greatness!
RIP .
news1st 1 year ago
RIP Steve Landesberg.
btwall60 1 year ago
Hal Linden is not dead ! This video is in rather bad taste.
Hal Linden is alive and well and on Facebook. Check him out. He's very gracious and likes "to friend" people on Facebook. (So is Abe Vigoda, BTW. Also alive and well. Also active on Facebook. Abe's a hoot. He posts something funny almost everyday.)
spittysmom 1 year ago
GOODNIGHT SWEET PRINCE
poffo316 1 year ago
you should call it a tribute to Hal.
glasscitadel12 1 year ago
Hal what a talent!
angellguardiandl0111 1 year ago
An obituary no matter how well regarded to the subject is very odd to say the least...some would say in poor taste and I would agree...if you love him, like I do, celebrate his life and for god's sake wait until someones dead to say farewell.
skaselecter 1 year ago
Hal was and is still sexy!
10Dec1971 1 year ago
"Happy! Birthday! Hal!"
news1st 1 year ago
Hal Linden just celebrated his 79th Birthday on March 20, 2010. He is still alive and kicking. May God bless him and keep him healthy for a long time. He was great in Barney Miller and I enjoyed all his shows.
Hopelifecare 1 year ago
It says "PREMATURE" death notice! Look up the word "premature" folks, that is, if you can read. I got a slight chuckle out of this, and maybe Hal did too (God rest his soul).
junedeon 2 years ago
Where's ANIMALS, ANIMALS,ANIMALS
clintbronson5 2 years ago
@clintbronson5 I remember watching that when I was a kid.
10Dec1971 1 year ago
Sorry news1st Harold Lipshitz--A.K.A Hal Linden
he has not passed!You might be thinking of Ron Carey who played Carl Levitz on Barney Miller who passed in 2007,James Gregory played Inspector Luger who passed in 2002,or Jack Soo who passed in 1979,but Hal Linden is still alive and well ! Nice tribute though but premature!
synnystyr 2 years ago 9
Yeah, when the hell did this happen?
jonnywood09 2 years ago
WTF? This is rude. He's alive, and hopefully will be for quite some time.
dreamdevil2 2 years ago 21
Farewell? Was he here? His not dead if thats what this is about
erikszpyra 2 years ago
Where is he going?
auerstadt06 2 years ago
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feck2112 2 years ago
Hal Linden is not dead according to wikipedia, they list his birth date no death date and speak of him in the present tense.
mookeychase0907 2 years ago 2
he's not dead
earnhardtlivesE 2 years ago
Sentida presentaciòn-resumen cuyo fondo musical nos anunciaba una muy amena velada con Barney Miller su equipo de detectives y todos aquellos extras para un argumento de filosófico humor cotidiano. GRACIAS A TODOS ELLOS.
uerkengetorix 3 years ago
I'm Glad to know he's still enjoying Music.
Take Care.
news1st 3 years ago
I just got home from doing a concert with Hal.
jeya7456 3 years ago
And history repeats itself.
The rumor of Abe Vigoda's death was also exaggerated.
NinjaGhostScorpion 3 years ago
He's up there with Foster,Kliner,and Brownie now right Inspector Lugar?
feck2112 3 years ago
RIP
DoctorSteelhammer 3 years ago
the description said PREMATURE death notice
Bballpat94 3 years ago
He is NOT deat you doofus
caribebombon 3 years ago
Hal is still alive.
What are you crazy!!
zereoue 3 years ago
HAL'S ALIVE, DUMBASS.
brucejingles 3 years ago
HAL IS ALIVE
monkeyattackedmyass 3 years ago
"I Love Hal! Too!"
news1st 3 years ago
hal linden is a good actor on WILL AND GRACE he was will's suger daddy I thought that was funny and there was a movie he did with alan alda that was funny too
bryant252005 3 years ago
Hal Linden is an awesome singer too.
Scsibut 4 years ago
Rest in peace Captian Miller.
feck2112 4 years ago
Hal's not dead (as of 2/23/08).
DaveMMR 4 years ago
christ even abe vigoda is alive hes ancient but he is breathing he played fish
cholulasaucehot 3 years ago
im 39 makes me cry grew up on this shit these guys
cholulasaucehot 4 years ago
How cool is that opening theme? Right up there with Sanford and Son and the Rockford Files and Hawaii 5-0 for great instrumental TV show themes. Excellent posting. Thanks!
daryl060761 4 years ago
Yeah man - LOVE that bassline!!
mwhite36 3 years ago
Also, according to imdb(dot)com, Hal Linden's birth name was "Harold Lipshitz".
mwhite36 3 years ago
That name sounds like "Boston Public." lol
StukInBuf 3 years ago
RIP Maestro Linden.
Starskylar87 4 years ago
One would assume by the title that good ole' Hal has crossed over.....
Glad to see he is still with us! Ejoyed his acting since I was a youngin`
Peace
MUZAQMAN 4 years ago
Um, Hal is still alive folks.
bdicat 4 years ago 3
great show! watched it with my parents when i was a kid! great memories
tmsan74 4 years ago
This is very good but I am glad he's alive! Hal is one of my favorite actors and he also
has a great voice. He plays the clarinet
like me though I know he is alot better!
yorkies4me50 4 years ago
they did the same thing to Abe Vigoda. They made a roomer that he was dead but he is still alive. Hal Linden is deffenitly still alive. Why would you post this? so stupid
palmtreesOK 4 years ago
I SEE DEAD PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!
He's a friend of my Moms.
sleece6 4 years ago
They did the same thing with Ultimate Warrior from WWF they said he was dead and hes still alive and kickin
dom318 4 years ago
ya Elvis to
roxydog2004 4 years ago
HAHAHAHAHLOL
dom318 4 years ago
LOL!!! Unbelievable when rumors float aroung about deaths that aren't true...
Hal Linden is still alive & well at the ripe old age of 76.
deezvids 4 years ago
The Beauty of a Pre-Memorial is knowing that You are still Loved, and How You would still be appreciated for the Love You brought to so many. Here's to You Hal!
news1st 4 years ago
@news1st Bullshit mate. You made me feel sad that another "friend" had died. Then you justify what you did by saying that there's beauty in it. R.I.P. to you.
wtw88 7 months ago
Hal Linden died? When? How?
mercyhurstchic 4 years ago
Last I checked he was still kicken
silvereagle2061 4 years ago
Oh yeah, o.k. he is still alive and kickin'. whoever said that Hal Linden died gave the wrong info. Get you f***** facts straight.
mercyhurstchic 4 years ago
Thanks for the clarification silvereagle.
mercyhurstchic 4 years ago
He's 76 years old
silvereagle2061 4 years ago
How could you put a mock memorial of a man who is alive and well as of June 7, 2007? That's very stupid of you.
soxxer07 4 years ago
I got all bummed out about Hal.. and it would appear that he is alive.. modify your title...
saying it would be sad if he died.. we all die.
Hal Linden, born Harold Lipshitz on March 20th in 1931 is most famous for his role as Barney Miller on the show of the same name.
Being musical, he played classical clarinet in symphony orchestras. After graduating high school, he studied music at Queens College New York. He played in dance bands and was drafted and entertained the troops in Korea.
josephdupont 4 years ago
How rude. Find out if the man's dead before you post tributes.
BENJ1969 4 years ago
I've been stoned since I last watched this show,
but hey now, I think this dude is still alive... isn't he?
Baboonir 4 years ago
hey,as of today - abe vigoda is ALIVE.. there's even a web site that has a virtual count-down....This world is warped - but this was kind of funny.
spoon6t6 4 years ago
how about Hal Linden IS STILL ALIVE!!!!
COGIC1 5 years ago
This is hilarious (except maybe to Hal). First we all kill of Abe Vigoda, now Hal Linden. This show's stars are (virtually) cursed.
dyinglikeflies 5 years ago
Probably referring to Ron Carey (Levitt), who just passed away.
jcherniss 5 years ago
farewell? he was just on the bold and the beautiful, and nowhere is there any news of his passing. help me out on this one.
djthalie 5 years ago