The Great Dennis James…A Video Tribute By Monty Hall
The Great Dennis James…A Video Tribute By Monty Hall
Few have had a carrier like this…as you’ll see, even Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope respected the trail he blazed. Dennis James was among the first television announcers and game show hosts, and “made his bones”, partially by cracking chicken bones (on mic) as he called wrestling matches which were a staple of early television. He is also the first person to record a commercial on video tape, but his depth and stature is much greater. As good friend Monty Hall will tell you, Dennis James is truly one of television’s great pioneers. Enjoy and share! -Bobby Ellerbee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IihYyy3hZ4
This Video Chronicles the life of Television Pioneer and Game Show Icon Dennis James.
When I was an ABC Guest Relations Page, I was one of two staff members entrusted to be ABC CEO Leonard Goldenson’s driver whenever he came to LA from NYC. The assignment often involved taking Leonard to Lakeside Golf Club (in Toluca Lake) to play 18 holes with Dennis James. Their friendship was such that Dennis always hosted the annual United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) telethon as a personal favor to Leonard.