tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post412131739166381962..comments2024-03-25T04:55:45.033-07:00Comments on A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE: DANNY KAYE: A DAUGHTER'S POINT OF VIEWUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-86146214613413769272023-03-10T00:28:27.808-08:002023-03-10T00:28:27.808-08:00very good article i ever readvery good article i ever readAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-88676132679749136122022-04-23T20:55:56.557-07:002022-04-23T20:55:56.557-07:00Carol, It's a 2022 and I wonder if your book w...Carol, It's a 2022 and I wonder if your book was ever published. I loved reading your story here. I hope you beat cancer. It took my mother 14 years ago. I hope you're still with us. God bless you. If you are no longer with us, God rest your soul. I'm sure you've already gotten to meet Danny Kaye in heaven.❤️Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-41375636398453549842022-01-21T18:01:38.604-08:002022-01-21T18:01:38.604-08:00I’ve always been interested in learning more about...I’ve always been interested in learning more about the true greats of entertainment. I’ve been looking for an answer to a question but haven’t found it yet. I have been trying to find out what jacket Danny wore while performing for King George and princess Elizabeth. It would help if I could find out the color of the jacket and whether it was his or if he had borrowed it and from whom. Does a recording of the palladium performance exist? Maybe at least I could see what the jacket looked like.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-10820323305551487562022-01-13T06:12:07.053-08:002022-01-13T06:12:07.053-08:00I loved Danny Kaye so much that my mother let me s...I loved Danny Kaye so much that my mother let me stay up to watch his TV show. I wrote to him when I was 8 years old, and sent my school photo to him. I was surprised and so happy when I received an autographed photo of him back!<br />Cindy Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-47443049485773801372021-01-29T07:37:31.899-08:002021-01-29T07:37:31.899-08:00Dena, I just finished the book The Danny Kate Saga...Dena, I just finished the book The Danny Kate Saga and loved every page! I could not put it down! I collected for UNICEF every Halloween for many years growing up. I joined the thousands in tears when your dad passed,he was SO special! I loved his talent,his giving,his being!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10723119782322964762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-87980252943204828792020-11-29T17:50:54.167-08:002020-11-29T17:50:54.167-08:00As a child I watched his show and wished he were m...As a child I watched his show and wished he were my father❤️anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07652968485074306291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-65591030110648276112020-11-29T01:04:43.815-08:002020-11-29T01:04:43.815-08:00I remember always feeling a special kind of loving...I remember always feeling a special kind of loving vibe from Kaye in all the performances I saw him in growing up. He made me feel like he would be a wonderful friend if ever I could have met him. Just effortless sparkle. Valentinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02513365531205070208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-43085892679887487822020-03-08T20:23:10.035-07:002020-03-08T20:23:10.035-07:00Danny Kaye was a first-rate entertainer and tirele...Danny Kaye was a first-rate entertainer and tireless humanitarian. But, what I found most interesting about Mr Kaye was his ability to master such disparate fields of endeavor as gourmet cooking, golf, aircraft flying, dancing, singing, conducting, acting, fencing, and baseball knowledge. Amazing!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-65169211710446173952019-07-03T05:49:58.282-07:002019-07-03T05:49:58.282-07:00SmhSmhAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-39923488859128469362019-04-25T20:11:09.789-07:002019-04-25T20:11:09.789-07:00Miss Dena; thank you for this wonderful tribute to...Miss Dena; thank you for this wonderful tribute to your father. It brought tears of joy to my eyes. Your father died 10 months before I was born. But I grew up on White Christmas, The Court Jester and The Inspector General; and saw reruns of your father's show on tv during the holidays and I fell head over heels in love with him when I was so very young. I don't even remember how I old I was exactly, but I'm certain I was under the age of 6!<br />Your father's singing voice always captivated me, and I loved his face because it was funny, but gorgeous. and he had red hair,just like me; and a big nose just like me. But people found him attractive and funny and somehow that made me feel more comfortable in a skin that I had never really felt like I fit into; even though it was my own.<br />I am now 31 years old and I still love your father to the very depths of my soul. As an above poster had said, whenever times in life get tough or difficult to deal with, God sends them a person or a pet to help them get through, and as that person said; Danny was the person this time for me!<br />I've had many people who helped me over the years. One of whom was Roddy McDowall, who I have a blog, a podcast, and two fan sites dedicated to on the internet. And it was Roddy who initially lead me, (albeit slowly) back to your wonderful Daddy. I saw Roddy's appearance on your fathers show, and Et Voila! The flame was ignited and curiosity took over. That was in the summer of 2018. Come Christmas I was thirsting for something of your father's and my sister gave me a wonderful Christmas gift. A DVD of The Court Jester, and for my birthday, a DVD of Hans Christian Andersen was given me by my aunt.<br />Since that time I've collected almost every single film your father ever made and almost every single album. And thanks to Youtube, I've managed to find many of his radio programmes.<br />He's lighted up my life once again and I'm so in love with everything about him, but I'm most in love with how much he loved his music and how good he makes me feel. I've had a difficult decade (literally the last 10 years of my life were hell except for the last two years; which were thankfully much better, but still a little tough), and your father, along with Roddy and a few others have managed to make my life a happy one.<br />It makes me want to live up to his example. He had a marvelous outlook on life, a fantastic work ethic and he was just amazing. I love his quote about how life is a great big canvas and we should throw as much paint on it as we can get. That's a great way to look at life. From now on I'm going to do the best I can to do just that. Thank you again for this article. I've been so blessed by your father as have many many others; and I'm so happy you exist to help us remember him. Thank you for all you've done to keep his memory alive.<br />God bless you.<br />~Zoe DeanZoe Deanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02920763497364844905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-22495071193963433752019-01-22T15:22:58.091-08:002019-01-22T15:22:58.091-08:00I loved watching Danny Kaye and all the movies tha...I loved watching Danny Kaye and all the movies that he played in his dancing and white Christmas but very Allen really set my heart pounding to see how graceful and elegant he was what a sharp he was back then would make so many young men jealous thank you very much for sharing your story with us allAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-62536419760833934322018-12-14T00:24:10.920-08:002018-12-14T00:24:10.920-08:00I became a fan in 1956, when my father took me to ...I became a fan in 1956, when my father took me to see The Court Jester. From that moment on, I was hooked. I got the soundtrack and could sing along to "The Maladjusted Jester." Years later, around 1963, my friend arranged for us to meet him outside his dressing room at The Greek Theater after the show. So exciting. He was so nice. To add to that night, I got a glimpse of Cary Grant in the dressing room. Wow. Two of my favorite Capricorns in one place. I never forgot talking with your father at the dressing room door.<br />He was a brilliant entertainer, with immaculate timing, and a flair for speech, with grace. He also executed your mother's musical talent like no one could. What a great partnership that was. I still have the book The Danny Kate Saga that my cousin gave me as a present. It was a good biography. <br /><br />If you have children, I hope they got some of his talent. He gave the world what it needed, when it needed it.<br /><br />Will always be a fan.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10175768237008926297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-66022279480436679092018-12-13T07:25:42.646-08:002018-12-13T07:25:42.646-08:00Turned on YouTube this morning. Decided to watch t...Turned on YouTube this morning. Decided to watch the story about Danny Kaye.<br />Watch an enjoyable morning to see this.<br />Happy Birthday. I am 7 days older. How do,derful we share a wonderful time when we had your father, the entertainerMarsha Gilbertnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-81432615759344669612018-12-08T09:13:45.766-08:002018-12-08T09:13:45.766-08:00When I was a little girl, growing up in the 60'...When I was a little girl, growing up in the 60's, I was often sick. My mother would put Danny Kaye on the record player - Hans Christian Anderson! His voice calmed me and was the only thing that could soothe me enough to finally fall asleep. I have always loved Danny Kaye - he not only brought laughter to us but he was tender, which came through in his stories and tone of voice. Thank you for sharing these details about your father!Jemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06893285207331021443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-49458185356468202862018-12-08T09:04:25.959-08:002018-12-08T09:04:25.959-08:00When asked what my favorite Christmas movie is I a...When asked what my favorite Christmas movie is I always say White Christmas . I’ve seen all of his movies and loved them all. I’ve loved Danny Kaye since I was a little girl. Whether in person or on film or television he pulls you in. His laughter, kindness and warm caring heart warm my spirit as only he could. There will never be another like him, the mold was broken.<br /><br /><br />Thank you for sharing your father with the world.DigiChicshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17896555682597553847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-56901772183568146152018-11-27T11:22:00.800-08:002018-11-27T11:22:00.800-08:00Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful memor...Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful memories with us all,we all fell in love with with your handsome, beautiful heartfelt father & the love he had for all he was to America. I'm 66 he was a beautiful man inside & out. I know in my heart he sings in Gods choir. Thank you Ms. Kaye Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09504779335613836747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-53452041637469689562018-11-23T16:58:51.631-08:002018-11-23T16:58:51.631-08:00He was the best actor ever, his movies are still t...He was the best actor ever, his movies are still the best .Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10393227214344984909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-60058437906651605322018-11-18T08:53:23.102-08:002018-11-18T08:53:23.102-08:00I was born when he started his career as i got old...I was born when he started his career as i got older his films brought my life so much laughter and joy also to my children thank you for sharing ms kaye Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11339980124878223083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-52661739069246023682018-05-16T06:18:17.100-07:002018-05-16T06:18:17.100-07:00Thank you so much for sharing your memories with u...Thank you so much for sharing your memories with us. I grew up loving everything I saw Danny in because I just felt JOY every time I watched him. Even when he was in a serious scene that made me cry....there was still, somehow...warmth that wrapped around you like a favorite blanket. I remember being so excited to see him in The Cosby Show and to see him act in something current.....and then he was gone. I cried for days. He is a cherished memory of my childhood that I get to revisit every time I see one of his movies. What a blessing that he was your father, and what a blessing that you would take the time to share such sweet details of the person we all loved from afar. Thank you DenaFran Babijhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08180432176984839146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-40359760090234817322018-05-14T18:23:49.607-07:002018-05-14T18:23:49.607-07:00My daughter has discovered Danny Kaye at 25. The ...My daughter has discovered Danny Kaye at 25. The Court Jester was my favorite growing up...we would recite "the vessel with the pestle, the chalice with the palace" rhymery in line at lunch, on the playground, etc. He brought mirth to my childhood and laughter to my adult life. Secret Life of Walter Mitty was amazing. His work lives on. Thank God he was born in the age of cinema; others will enjoy and discover.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-8473501708502560702018-05-07T10:05:59.498-07:002018-05-07T10:05:59.498-07:00Very well shared. Like all of us, we that were ent...Very well shared. Like all of us, we that were entertained by him loved him for all he is/was. Thanks for sharing. :)Dave Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429274187054064160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-60203236445426868532018-04-26T22:41:36.713-07:002018-04-26T22:41:36.713-07:00I was so moved by your story, I had tears well up ...I was so moved by your story, I had tears well up in my eyes. I am so glad that Danny Kaye had brought so much joy into your life. I hope and pray that he continues to help you through any and all of the dark times and keeps you company through the good. Best wishes from another Danny Kaye fan. ❤️Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16335023553933501388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-61845195867092921902018-03-24T07:56:43.551-07:002018-03-24T07:56:43.551-07:00Danny Kaye died the year I was born but my grandad...Danny Kaye died the year I was born but my grandad used to put Hans Christian Anderson on for me as a child and it stuck in my head. I met my now bf and instantly felt like I knew him, I went back to my grandad and said I’ve met someone and he looks like an old actor but I don’t know who. As soon as my grandad seen him he said that’s danny Kaye. I started watching more of him old movies out of curiosity and it was odd my bf really does look like him and have similar mannerisms he just can’t sing or dance unfortunately. I’m on to his second biography and Wow what a man. The more I read and watch him the more I’m in love. What an amazing human being. Unfortunately I have been trying to tell my friends about him but not many people know his name now that are my age. I will make sure my daughter watches his movies and carries on the Danny Kaye memory. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17790443935893185492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-41328802422953057902018-02-06T22:36:15.438-08:002018-02-06T22:36:15.438-08:00Danny Kaye was born in the same neighborhood and w...Danny Kaye was born in the same neighborhood and within a month of my grandfather. I'd like to say they knew each other, but I don't think they did. Mr. Kaye was several generations ahead of me so I haven't seen much of his work. But I have seen White Christmas many, many times! That's when I fell in love with him! He seemed to be all the things you described and more! Slapstick comedy, singer, dancer and charmer. My favorite scene is him dancing with Vera-Ellen to " The Best Things Happen While Your Dancing". I become mezmerized by his beautiful dancing and singing. He was so graceful and a joy to watch. He seemed to be a wonderful man and all who knew him were blessed.Michelle Shapironoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3224037410105354251.post-68379605970068226132017-12-27T10:58:44.093-08:002017-12-27T10:58:44.093-08:00Me too. My parents took me to see him perform at t...Me too. My parents took me to see him perform at the Carter Baron Ampitheatre in Washington D.C. At the end of the show he invited the children in the audience to come back stage for his autograph. I was thrilled.<br />But when we arrived back stage, he was having a loud argument with his wife, Sylvia. No autographs were given. We left empty handed. My Father was furious and never forgave him for disappointing me. Fortunately, I forgave him, albeit many years later. Marriage ain’t easy for anyone....not even Danny Kaye..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com