Posts by Hawkswill

Mark, haven't talked to you in a while, so I didn't know about Valentina. What a shock that was. I know you must feel cheated....and rightly so.......but boy did yall have some super years together, didn't you? And you have things left behind that are half of her..........lot to live and love for. Colorado Bob wanted me to pass along his heartfelt condolences........imagine you will hear from him soon. We are partners "of a sort".........both enjoy the same things. Hopefully you will post and answer the quizzes. Small site but fun. We are here IF we can do something. I rarely post pics here.......gave up, LOL.......but I put two up for you. They are of your favorite Rio Bravo character! Hang in and know that Bob and I are thinking of you every day. Hug from me and a bear hug from Bob! Keith, (the old lady one)! Oh, here is the post about you on NF........no names mentioned.....up to you if you want to.

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This year the Duke´s birthday will be the sadest and hardest day of my life! My wife Valentina, I loved so much, died from cancer one week ago and we will have the official ceremony for her on Monday, May 26th.... After the ceremony her body will be given to the flames and the ashes will be buried one week later.
I like to tell You, that we need much, much more research how to cure cancer!!! - Cancer can hit EVERYBODY and can come very unexpected! Valentina always was a strong little woman who worked hard, never ill and never had to go to Hospital. Before I brought her to Hospital she had some problems with her stomach for about two weeks. She thought this came from stress in the Company where she worked. In Hospital they said it was a very agressive kind of skin cancer, but to the inside of the body and it was on her leaver! My wife stayed in Hospital for seven weeks and after that seven weeks she died there at the Age of 46. It was so hard to see her getting weaker and weaker over that period of time. In the end she had three cruel days as she suffered from pain and her belly was swollen like being pregnant. Nobody should die that way, and I wish nobody will see the person he loves most in life die that way....
Valentina never smoked, never drank alcohol, she loved her life and all animals, she liked to travel and see the world, was interested in culture, history and good movies, she did not want to go at that young age and she did not want to leave me in this world alone.... It is now 35 years after the Duke died from cancer and we still have no cure for this and it still kills people of all races and ages, even children.

This is supposed to be a real bomb of Duke's. I liked it, LOL. I put that on here once, and I think it was Mark who said, "Surely you are kidding, Keith". Not sure if I got back to answer, but........Nope, wasn't kidding. I actually enjoyed the movie. But then, I liked The Conqueror also, so what the heck do I know!! I DIDN'T like his early Z westerns though...........except for Angel and the Badman......still like that one. KEITH,,,,,,,,,,,,,yep, really the Old Lady......turned 64 in April. ONE MORE YEAR for Medicare..........hope it is still there!

Watched the Winds of War....about my third time. But this time, I actually began to realize more what the times were like then. My Grandpa fought as an Army Captain in that one. Stellar cast. An older Peter Graves, for the first time REALLY reminded me of his brother James Arness...........very similar facial attributes, and even his voice sounded more like him........love them both.

And Marty. I believe that was the first role Ernie had played a Non Heavy.....not sure...........he had to read for the part. As Spencer Tracy told him.....you are a STAR, you don't have to read for parts. But this was a highly different role for Ernie. He got the part AND the Oscar for which Spencer was nominated also! Ernie died a few years ago. He was best friends with my friend, the comedian Marty Allen who just celebrated his 92 birthday...........keep on going Marty.....yep, he is still entertaining. Heh, if you didn't get residuals, as neither he nor his sometimes partner Steve Rossi didn't.......as Marty says.........."You just work until you die"! I think Marty's work is what keeps him alive! KEITH

Loved that one also. Jimmy is like Ward........I believe he could play just about anything!! KEITH

Right you are Colkid. If you look ir up, you will find a bunch of screen catches of the fight between Duke and Ward. We did it on the Group Watch once. It clearly shows the doubles used when Duke and Ward could easily have done those stunts themselves. Have a good one, KEITH

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Tall in the Saddle, a very good Duke movie, Good quality Black and White. The second time I have seen it.

Ditto to what Gareth Says, folks! And HI to all. KEITH

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Welcome to the new guys

Wow, have been waiting for them.....didn't realize they were coming out. THANKS for letting us know. Hi to Hubby! May be going Atlanta way in a few months. Westminster alumni thing! Thanks again, KP

Thanks Stumpy. Now, I need to find one that has them listed by calendar, LOL. If you run across one, post it please. Thanks again, KEITH

NICE pic of friend David, Larry.......thanks! KEITH

Hi Pepesnick, Larry speaks mostly French. So don't be slighted if he doesn't answer, LOL! Seems to be a secret as to where he gets his endless supply. However, I have noticed most lately have been B and W. Wonder why? Larry is an enigma......one that we all love! Just enjoy what he sends. We are most fortunate to have him! KEITH KP

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Thank you lasbagas for the wonderful images of Hartari! Please keep more coming if possible. Where did you get most of these images and how long did it take to collect them? Again, thanks for sharing.

Carat wants a hat&#3.jpgThanks Paula. That will be great. I still have a few Ward pics that I can't find............but have most of them. Will LOVE to see the new Oklahoma Kid one! Thanks again, KEITH
Oh, we got a bunch of snow. Measured it 12 to 16 inches in the pasture. Carat looked like he has REAL short legs, LOL. Here he is trying to steal my hat. He likes to take my caps off and shake his head up and down with them!....Didn't think about having my silly looking reading glasses on........Oh well, next time I will use my gold rimmed ones!

Hi Tommy, I am waiting to see the first new episode of Gently from Peter, (Dooley). Have you seen Martin in the old Run the Gauntlet competition? He was head of one of the teams and actually DID a great deal of the stunts! Awesome! Would love it if you will send the pictures of the framed sketches to [email protected]. Can't wait to see them. Thanks.

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Watched episode one of the new series of George Gently Saturday night, yes we are talking about the same Lewis, the Lewis I posted is the series that was set in Oxford England. The Professionals was a very good tv series let me know where to post the framed picture to.

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Episode two of Lewis great British detective series but alas it as finished

I am totally and completely HOOKED on Martin Shaw who was partners with Lewis in The Professionals, (Peter says it was like a violent Starsky and Hutch, LOL!) This guy is incredible........My NEW HERO except for Ward......no one will ever replace him as my number one! You can see him as George Gently on Netflix now........they are doing another season at this time. He is also great in Judge John Deed.......most unusual type of judge and ardent womanizer, LOL. He has been working for forty years in British TV, Movies, and stage. Just saw him do a rather rugged show, in which he was a captain and actually DID the stunts.....and well, also. He and Lewis had a row, but got together again before Lewis died of cancer. Hmmmmm, Tommy, wonder if we are speaking of the same Lewis.....must be. Sure would LOVE to see a pic of your framed free drawings, HAH! Look him up......Martin Shaw.............he has done just about everything! Hi to all, KEITH

Marty with Ernie Borgnine. They mention The Stardust Ballroom a few times. Now, I think I will go back and watch Queen of the Stardust Ballroom with Jean Stapleton and Charles Durning. I love both of those movies. KEITH

Sorry there Alamo. This is what was said: If I seem a bit rushed it is because I am listening to OK......LAHOMA..............did you know JC Flippen and James Whitmore where in it.........besides my Gordon, LOL! Miss ya Kiddo. KEITH! Tommy, I LOVE THAT MOVIE! Thanks, KP Love Firecreek also! KP

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"I don't have a I don't have a very clear copy to take this from, but this in in the very last scene where they all sing Oklahomal James and JC, very clear copy to take this from, but this in in the very last scene where they all sing Oklahomal James and JC, "

Sorry, thought you were still talking about Firecreek-didn't noticed the change to Oklahoman!

vHon d and W Ill &#1.jpgDidn't Mark put you in the Legendary Male and Female Singers, Kiddo? That is HIS group and he is the only Admin. You knew he is a good friend of Tony Bennett didn't you? Also an authority on antiques. He loves it when you and I get a long conversation going. I think we had a record on the Fan Club one, LOL!

I watched Hondo for a bit last night to capture some clips I needed for an article. Boy, that Blue Ray copy makes you feel like you can just walk right into the scene! One thing I needed was Terry Wilson doubling for Duke in the knife fight. Wish I could post it, but it won't take my clips......only ones from Youtube. Facebook takes them though. At least it will take the stills.....here is one where Buff is welcoming Hondo to the fort and says he will take care of his horse so he can "hit the hay", LOL. CYA, KEITH

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Haha I don't mind their age it's just critics got pretty Hard on the likes of Duke, Jimmy and Hank as they got older and wanted them to hang it up leading to some very good films being overlooked. I'm always about on facebook Keith, follow all your posts in the Sinatra group and such saw that nice picture of Barbara McNair and Elvis you posted yesterday! I'm always around just sometimes don't have alot to say, always learning though!

Hi there Alamo! Happy New Year!

Think maybe you are thinking of a different Oklahoma? I KNEW James Whitmore was in it, but I looked it up to see if Ed Begley Sr. or Jr. were in it..........couldn't find them. Might be there, but they don't show up in cast and crew. James played Andrew Carnes......believe this is him. James Whitmore Ok.jpgJames Whitmore Ja&.jpgHAH, I don't have a very clear copy to take this from, but this in in the very last scene where they all sing Oklahomal James and JC, just happen to be standing together on the porch. Sorry it is blurry, but you should be able to recognize them.

This is the casting call for his character..........looks as if they found the right one for the part, LOL:
Andrew Carnes: (Supporting) Strong character actor-singer, must move well. Baritone-tenor (F to high F). Dry humor, big presence, able to be intimidating. Described in script as a “scrappy little man.” Non-Equity male actor-singer who moves well.

After meeting Gordon for the first time.......I must have watched this movie and played the album he autographed to me a hundred times, LOL!

Learn something new every day! Have a good one, KEITH

QUOTE=alamo221;133463]no James Whitmore, you may be thinking of Ed Begley. Great performances all around tho-[/QUOTE]

AHA Gareth, been missing ya elsewhere, LOL! EXCUSE ME.......DESPITE THEIR AGE THEY ARE GREAT? BeCAUSE of their age THEY ARE GREAT! Just TRY to find actors like that now! OK, we are buddies........I will BOW to you IF you can find them! AHA..............I am ready.......who are they? If I seem a bit rushed it is because I am listening to OK......LAHOMA..............did you know JC Flippen and James Whitmore where in it.........besides my Gordon, LOL! Miss ya Kiddo. KEITH! Tommy, I LOVE THAT MOVIE! Thanks, KP

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Love this movie, really underatted Western, despite their age Stewart and Fonda are both great.

Tony with other &#52.jpgI once posted a bit about my friend from long ago who played the Specialist doctor for Duke. His name was Anthony, (Tony) Rogers. He had a large part in Camelot with Richard Harris. I later learned that he had been one out of five in the running for the Sean Connery role of James Bond............Tony had never told me that. Tonight, I found out probably why he didn't get it. I FINALLY found them after many years. Brother Rex answered the phone, and although it had been about 30 years............I knew him right away. He said, "Yes, Hello", and I said, " I KNOW this is Rex", LOL........took him a while to figure out who I am....had a city accent back then. After talking about many friends, he told me, "you know Tony died last year?"...........well, of course I didn't! He was 80 when he died and Rex was 81.They were two of the closest people I have ever known. I am certain it was difficult for Rex to even tell me. When I asked him about the James Bond thing........he told me that Tony was almost a for sure thing.....James Caan was standing up for him. But Tony had loved working with Richard Harris, so he asked him for advice. Just so happens Tony and Harris were riding their horses on a California beach one day..........and seems as if Tony got all of the attention, news photos, etc..........I mean who would even KNOW who Richard Harris was.......Tony just looked big, muscular, tanned and his horse did tricks. Tony never thought anything of it. However, Harris had not forgotten, and when Tony asked him for advice on how to present himself......don't know what he said to Tony, but he said things to the judges that got Tony thrown out. I LOVED Sean Connery. I have NEVER seen a really good replacement. But TONY would have been perfect............accent was right also although he was Welsh, he could do just about anything sportswise, himself, AND, he had a magnetic charm, much as Sean did. A career ruined all because of a jealous star. Too bad. But, if he had become James Bond...........I never would have become friends with him and Rex and Rex's daughter, Nicki! Still, wish he had had his chance! KEITH Pic is of the 5 men chosen to replace Sean...........my Tony in the top right. Think they chose the right one? KEITH