I have earrings similar to the ones that Jane is wearing! They are screw backs and a flat front. Black in color. While Jane's have a bar down the middle, my earrings do not. Very beautiful!
As for the guys in the clip: WOW! what bods!!! I was really enjoying them, Whoo, hoo!
The day you died it broke my heart....it wasnt only for me, it was also because my best friend saw you as a hero, and wanted to meet you so badly....I love you jane russell, ive learned alot from you and that girl you inspired...i watched your films...there will never be anyone like you ever. <3
Also, note that the male inaccessibility here is portrayed as being externally imposed by an authority, not necessarily caused by frigidity towards women.
This glorious parade of manflesh is not necessarily gay in subtext. The lusty beautiful woman who can't seem to get laid was a common theme in this era. While we now usually assume frigid men to be gay, here it was really just a device to allow the woman to express her lustiness, and to allow room for a sexually available man to enter the plot.
Also, who is to say that women, as well as gay men, can't enjoy a parade of beautiful naked maleness? Sexualized men are not the sole territory of gays .
Thank you Jane Russell for your beautiful movies... When I watch these videos it's so hard to believe that you would have been 90 years old on your next birthday. Your performance is absolutely fresh and timeless. May you now rest in peace...
So sad to hear this news today. I just bought Gentlemen Prefer Blonds the other day & loved it. First time I ever saw it. I love Marilyn but I have to say that Jane was the true star in that movie. And I have to say that Gentlemen all over the world prefer prefer brunettes today. What a gorgeous woman! She was a real dame.
Dear Jane, Thank you so much for all the joy you brought me as a kid to today when I watched your films. I wanted to grow up to have your charm and class. Here's to you for having it first.
In this number, the divine Jane Russell freakin' wipes Marilyn Monroe off the screen! God knows, I love Marilyn, but Jane Russell handily walks away with "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" She got top billing.....and deserves it! Marilyn is wonderful, but Jane is PERFECT!
Jane Russell had a great role in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. It may have been the supposedly prudish 50s, but here was a woman blatantly proclaiming that she lusted after men and wanted sex with a hunky guy. The gay subtext is massive; note how none of the guys are remotely interested in her. The homoeroticism screams out at us, but was it so obvious to the viewing public back then? The word "gay" wasn't even invented.
@deepspace33 That is utter crap almost, why does it have to be that these are necessarily gay men, because they aren't looking at her in the song? Honestly, get REAL. I have absolutely nothing again gay, I've got a few gay close friends, but what you're saying is plain ridiculous. There are simply well toned and muscled men. Yes, they are dancers, obviously, yes they are wearing shorts. Other than that, I don't see why there is a hint of anything in this clip. Massive gay subtext, good grief....
There are maybe 3 actual body builders and the rest are skrawny twink dancers lol. Ms. Russell is also looking a little 70s, with her upside down crosses earings.
@Filmdude0: And Jane took it like a pro and didn't miss a beat :)
MissGoldenDreams13 4 days ago
I have earrings similar to the ones that Jane is wearing! They are screw backs and a flat front. Black in color. While Jane's have a bar down the middle, my earrings do not. Very beautiful!
As for the guys in the clip: WOW! what bods!!! I was really enjoying them, Whoo, hoo!
la1rose 2 months ago
The fall into the water was actually an accident that was included into the movie then :)
Filmdude0 3 months ago
The day you died it broke my heart....it wasnt only for me, it was also because my best friend saw you as a hero, and wanted to meet you so badly....I love you jane russell, ive learned alot from you and that girl you inspired...i watched your films...there will never be anyone like you ever. <3
TobiIsAGewdGurl 8 months ago
lmao... those men look so nude
lowkeygoddess 10 months ago
so gay
masajebueno 10 months ago
Also, note that the male inaccessibility here is portrayed as being externally imposed by an authority, not necessarily caused by frigidity towards women.
kittymouse86 10 months ago
This glorious parade of manflesh is not necessarily gay in subtext. The lusty beautiful woman who can't seem to get laid was a common theme in this era. While we now usually assume frigid men to be gay, here it was really just a device to allow the woman to express her lustiness, and to allow room for a sexually available man to enter the plot.
Also, who is to say that women, as well as gay men, can't enjoy a parade of beautiful naked maleness? Sexualized men are not the sole territory of gays .
kittymouse86 10 months ago 3
3:50 lol , hit in the head. they left it in and worked with what happen.
forbbbi 11 months ago
One person didn't find love at the gym
MamABoondOggle 11 months ago
what is an Australian crawl?
yukipillows 11 months ago
@joys4peace: Amen to that :)
MissGoldenDreams13 1 year ago
RIP
WORLD8NSH5KNIGHT1 1 year ago
love you Jane! RIP SWEETHEART!
StaunchComic 1 year ago
Thank you Jane Russell for your beautiful movies... When I watch these videos it's so hard to believe that you would have been 90 years old on your next birthday. Your performance is absolutely fresh and timeless. May you now rest in peace...
SuperFree2b 1 year ago
rest in peace Jane Russell
laura43862 1 year ago
RIP Jane
davidcooklover1995 1 year ago
So sad to hear this news today. I just bought Gentlemen Prefer Blonds the other day & loved it. First time I ever saw it. I love Marilyn but I have to say that Jane was the true star in that movie. And I have to say that Gentlemen all over the world prefer prefer brunettes today. What a gorgeous woman! She was a real dame.
free2drm 1 year ago
RIP Jane, thank you for your contribution you beautiful creature you.
Msbbopalula 1 year ago
Pretty lady. RIP.....was that an epic fail in the end!?
NocturnalDrum 1 year ago
RIP Jane. A TRUE star.
mab077 1 year ago
There's a brand new star in the sky called Jane Russell. She'll live forever.
FURY1958 1 year ago 3
she was so sexy RIP
partyspecialists 1 year ago
I can't stop crying. I admired her so much.
AztecPrincess84 1 year ago
Rest in peace, Jane. May you have scads of Olympic athletes to welcome you.
joys4peace 1 year ago 2
Dear Jane, Thank you so much for all the joy you brought me as a kid to today when I watched your films. I wanted to grow up to have your charm and class. Here's to you for having it first.
bedlamandbroomsticks 1 year ago
RIP
listentothemusicall 1 year ago
It's sad that she became sucha homophobe considering her
suvariboy 1 year ago
RIP Jane!
VisualizeJess 1 year ago
WONDERFUL!! RIP An awful loss.
LoveHorseDust 1 year ago
R.I.P Jane xoxo.Your were an OUTSTANDING Beauty & talent.1921-2011
BlackPride951 1 year ago
RIP Jane, you will be missed.
So beautiful, classy, and talented.
Thegirlnextdoor42 1 year ago
R.I.P, beautiful Jane X
tonm08 1 year ago
This has been flagged as spam show
Just heard that she has died. RIP...
GoCocks777 1 year ago
RIP Jane. xxx She was incredible in this film: funny, sexy, curvy, intelligent and VERY sarcastic. A true inspiration!
KateBushFan88 1 year ago
RIP
anna61081 1 year ago
RIP JANE RUSSELL 1921-2011
MIKESOWELL 1 year ago
RIP
63utuber 1 year ago
In this number, the divine Jane Russell freakin' wipes Marilyn Monroe off the screen! God knows, I love Marilyn, but Jane Russell handily walks away with "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" She got top billing.....and deserves it! Marilyn is wonderful, but Jane is PERFECT!
Nemesis7293 1 year ago
did their skivvies really have to be flesh colored?
ellenranit 1 year ago
Wow, she actually took a hard hit at the end there.
normanthepig 1 year ago
when i first saw this movie i wasnt sure if the guys were wearing anything
GaiaAzrael777 1 year ago
those are some reaalllll men!
Christinescribner 1 year ago
me and my friend were watching this movie and it was this song we were on, and as soon as the song was over with all the dancing guys she said:
"God i love this movie"
and i can't agree with her more :)
Christinescribner 1 year ago
now thats what women should look like. paris hilton, eat your heart out!
mardawg12 1 year ago
Nice scene. I love all her outfits and swimsuits. Classy,
Onegurrrlrev 1 year ago 3
You were beautiful then, you are beautiful now.
Eightbanger 1 year ago
I'm always impressed by the men who had to do those long handstands.
joys4peace 1 year ago
Jane Russell had a great role in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. It may have been the supposedly prudish 50s, but here was a woman blatantly proclaiming that she lusted after men and wanted sex with a hunky guy. The gay subtext is massive; note how none of the guys are remotely interested in her. The homoeroticism screams out at us, but was it so obvious to the viewing public back then? The word "gay" wasn't even invented.
deepspace33 1 year ago 12
@deepspace33 but at the start all of them were interested in her...
MissusFingerBottom 1 year ago
@deepspace33 That is utter crap almost, why does it have to be that these are necessarily gay men, because they aren't looking at her in the song? Honestly, get REAL. I have absolutely nothing again gay, I've got a few gay close friends, but what you're saying is plain ridiculous. There are simply well toned and muscled men. Yes, they are dancers, obviously, yes they are wearing shorts. Other than that, I don't see why there is a hint of anything in this clip. Massive gay subtext, good grief....
OctarinMVL 1 year ago
I LOVE those barely there sandals!. Check out my Jane Russell Shrine when you have the time.
JohnDope6666 1 year ago
There are maybe 3 actual body builders and the rest are skrawny twink dancers lol. Ms. Russell is also looking a little 70s, with her upside down crosses earings.
irvingklaw57 1 year ago
@irvingklaw57 You have my sympathy on your shocking lack of taste.
Nemesis7293 1 year ago
Such camp and a great tribute to the gay men who styled HW films in the era!
sfsoma 2 years ago 11
mine too :) Great film.
LediGodiva01 2 years ago
Oooooo, now I want to watch the movie!!
Have a WONDERFUL holiday season!
Warm Christmas hugs from Shey
chezfun 2 years ago
Warm Christmas for you too !!! Hope you're enjoying these holidays !!! Have fun !! : )
ThePinUpChannel 2 years ago
she was such the hottie.........
1019drummer 2 years ago
Great Actress, one of my mother`s favourites!
annemaree 2 years ago