In 1975, Harrison released his first autobiography. His second, A Damned Serious Business: My Life in Comedy, was published posthumously in 1991.
Harrison was married a total of six times and had two sons: Noel and Carey Harrison. He continued working in stage productions until shortly before his death from pancreatic cancer in June 1990 at the age of 82.
Rex Aubrey Harrison (1914-1996) was an Australian Rugby League player of the 1930s and 1940s.
Born in Adelaide, South Australia on 27 June 1914, Rex Harrison was graded with the North Sydney Bears in 1934 and played eleven seasons with them from 1934-1942 and 1945-1946. Rex was an excellent five-eighth and represented N.S.W. City Firsts on three occasions in 1939,1941 and 1942. He also represented New South Wales on ten occasions between 1938-1941.
World War Two curtailed his Rugby League career and he was never able to represent Australia. He enlisted in the Australian Army in 1942 and attained the rank of corporal. He was discharged from active duty in 1945. He rekindled his career at North Sydney Bears at the end of 1945, and played almost the entire 1946 season until he broke his collarbone in the second last game. He then retired as a player, although he went on to coach the minor grades at Norths with success, and was later promoted to first grade coach in 1954. Again he found success, taking the first grade team to the finals for the first time in a number of years.
"That Lucky Old Sun" is a 1949popularsong with music by Beasley Smith and words by Haven Gillespie. Like "Ol' Man River", its lyrics contrast the toil and intense hardship of the singer's life with the obliviousness of the natural world.
1949 recordings
The biggest hit version of the song was by Frankie Laine. This recording was released by Mercury Records as catalog number 5316. It first reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on August 19, 1949 and lasted 22 weeks on the chart, peaking at #1.
The recording by Vaughn Monroe & His Orchestra was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-3531 (78 rpm) and 47-3018 (45 rpm) (in USA) and by EMI on the His Master's Voice label as catalog number B9836. It first reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on September 16, 1949 and lasted 14 weeks on the chart, peaking at #9.
The recording by Louis Armstrong was released by Decca Records as catalog number 24752. It first reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on October 14, 1949 and lasted 3 weeks on the chart, peaking at #24.
Wilson describes the album as "consisting of five 'rounds', with interspersed spoken word". Its main theme is celebration of life in Southern California, harking back to the themes of Wilson's earlier work with The Beach Boys. "California Role" and numerous spoken interludes such as "Cinco de Mayo" and "Between Pictures" celebrate the unique culture of Venice Beach, the Los Angelesfilm industry and numerous Californian landmarks including the Capitol Tower and Hollywood Bowl. Rolling Stone called it a "musical love letter to his native Los Angeles".
A pervasive feeling of nostalgia and romance is visible in songs such as "Good Kind of Love", "Oxygen to the Brain" and "Forever She'll Be My Surfer Girl", which lyrically echoes the 1963 Beach Boys hit "Surfer Girl". The album also addresses Wilson's personal struggles in "Midnight's Another Day" and "Going Home". The 1940s' song "That Lucky Old Sun" originally made famous by Frankie Laine who had a number one hit with it in 1949, serves as the overture, and the Wild Honey-era outtake "Can't Wait Too Long" also briefly features.
Eaton Square, London
Camera follows reporter who catches Rex Harrison on the steps of his flat who talks of the reasons for his living in Eaton Square and his forthcoming film projects.
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British Pathé also represents the Reuters historical collection, which includes more than 136,000 items from the news agencies Gaumont Graphic (1910-1932), Empire News Bulletin (1926-1930), British Paramount (1931-1957), and Gaumont British (1934-1959), as well as Visnews content from 1957 to the end of 1984. All footage can be viewed on the Britis...
published: 13 Apr 2014
Rex Harrison Wins Best Actor: 1965 Oscars
Audrey Hepburn presenting Rex Harrison the Oscar® for Best Actor for his performance in "My Fair Lady" at the 37th Academy Awards® in 1965. Introduced by Bob Hope.
published: 27 Sep 2011
"Why Can't a Woman Be More Like a Man?" Rex Harrison
My Fair Lady,1964 musical by Frederick Loewe
lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture.********
published: 26 Jan 2009
Seth MacFarlane and Friends - Rex Harrison = Stewie?
PaleyFest LA 2010. Seth MacFarlane reveals the inspirations for the voices of "Family Guy" characters Peter Griffin and Stewie Griffin. Actor Rex Harrison's voice and demeanor was a major influence on the character of Stewie.
For more information on this event, please visit http://www.paleycenter.org/paleyfest2010-seth-macfarlane-and-friends/.
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published: 19 May 2011
Rex Harrison - Documentary
published: 18 May 2017
Rex Harrison did not approve of Walter’s casting.
published: 10 Aug 2024
Maggie Smith & Rex Harrison
a clip from The Honey Pot 1967
published: 07 Jul 2010
Rex Harrison = Stewie Griffin
My Fair Lady? What the Deuce!?
published: 05 Oct 2006
Hollywood Mysteries #45 Rex Harrison - Smooth, Suave and Deadly.
Rex Harrison was already at war with Hollywood by the time the fateful night arrived that changed his life forever and caused him to flee Los Angeles. However, there were many more scandals and dramas that followed around 'Dr, Dolittle', also known as 'Sexy Rexy.
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published: 12 Oct 2024
The passing of Rex Harrison, June 1990 My Fair Lady Audrey Hepburn
Eaton Square, London
Camera follows reporter who catches Rex Harrison on the steps of his flat who talks of the reasons for his living in Eaton Square and h...
Eaton Square, London
Camera follows reporter who catches Rex Harrison on the steps of his flat who talks of the reasons for his living in Eaton Square and his forthcoming film projects.
FILM ID:3291.05
A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT'S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES. http://www.britishpathe.tv/
FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT http://www.britishpathe.com/
British Pathé also represents the Reuters historical collection, which includes more than 136,000 items from the news agencies Gaumont Graphic (1910-1932), Empire News Bulletin (1926-1930), British Paramount (1931-1957), and Gaumont British (1934-1959), as well as Visnews content from 1957 to the end of 1984. All footage can be viewed on the British Pathé website. https://www.britishpathe.com/
Eaton Square, London
Camera follows reporter who catches Rex Harrison on the steps of his flat who talks of the reasons for his living in Eaton Square and his forthcoming film projects.
FILM ID:3291.05
A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT'S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES. http://www.britishpathe.tv/
FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT http://www.britishpathe.com/
British Pathé also represents the Reuters historical collection, which includes more than 136,000 items from the news agencies Gaumont Graphic (1910-1932), Empire News Bulletin (1926-1930), British Paramount (1931-1957), and Gaumont British (1934-1959), as well as Visnews content from 1957 to the end of 1984. All footage can be viewed on the British Pathé website. https://www.britishpathe.com/
Audrey Hepburn presenting Rex Harrison the Oscar® for Best Actor for his performance in "My Fair Lady" at the 37th Academy Awards® in 1965. Introduced by Bob Ho...
Audrey Hepburn presenting Rex Harrison the Oscar® for Best Actor for his performance in "My Fair Lady" at the 37th Academy Awards® in 1965. Introduced by Bob Hope.
Audrey Hepburn presenting Rex Harrison the Oscar® for Best Actor for his performance in "My Fair Lady" at the 37th Academy Awards® in 1965. Introduced by Bob Hope.
My Fair Lady,1964 musical by Frederick Loewe
lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Pictu...
My Fair Lady,1964 musical by Frederick Loewe
lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture.********
My Fair Lady,1964 musical by Frederick Loewe
lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture.********
PaleyFest LA 2010. Seth MacFarlane reveals the inspirations for the voices of "Family Guy" characters Peter Griffin and Stewie Griffin. Actor Rex Harrison's voi...
PaleyFest LA 2010. Seth MacFarlane reveals the inspirations for the voices of "Family Guy" characters Peter Griffin and Stewie Griffin. Actor Rex Harrison's voice and demeanor was a major influence on the character of Stewie.
For more information on this event, please visit http://www.paleycenter.org/paleyfest2010-seth-macfarlane-and-friends/.
ABOUT THE PALEY CENTER:
In an era of rapid change in media and technology, the not-for-profit Paley Center for Media explores the evolving ways in which we create, consume, and connect through media. With locations in New York and Los Angeles, and the foremost public archive of television and radio programming, the Paley Center produces and curates programs, forums, and educational activities that engage the general public, industry professionals, and the creative community in an ongoing conversation about the impact of media on our lives. The Paley Center for Media is a hub of innovation and connection for entrepreneurs, investors, and consumers with its finger on the pulse of the next big thing in media. Go to http://www.paleycenter.org to learn more.
PaleyFest LA 2010. Seth MacFarlane reveals the inspirations for the voices of "Family Guy" characters Peter Griffin and Stewie Griffin. Actor Rex Harrison's voice and demeanor was a major influence on the character of Stewie.
For more information on this event, please visit http://www.paleycenter.org/paleyfest2010-seth-macfarlane-and-friends/.
ABOUT THE PALEY CENTER:
In an era of rapid change in media and technology, the not-for-profit Paley Center for Media explores the evolving ways in which we create, consume, and connect through media. With locations in New York and Los Angeles, and the foremost public archive of television and radio programming, the Paley Center produces and curates programs, forums, and educational activities that engage the general public, industry professionals, and the creative community in an ongoing conversation about the impact of media on our lives. The Paley Center for Media is a hub of innovation and connection for entrepreneurs, investors, and consumers with its finger on the pulse of the next big thing in media. Go to http://www.paleycenter.org to learn more.
Rex Harrison was already at war with Hollywood by the time the fateful night arrived that changed his life forever and caused him to flee Los Angeles. However, ...
Rex Harrison was already at war with Hollywood by the time the fateful night arrived that changed his life forever and caused him to flee Los Angeles. However, there were many more scandals and dramas that followed around 'Dr, Dolittle', also known as 'Sexy Rexy.
Check out our other 35+ full length bios of Hollywood Stars! https://www.youtube.com/@HollywoodMysteries?sub_confirmation=1
So, settle in for another Hollywood Mystery, with the Film Noir mood of rain on a deserted L.A. sidewalk, deep into the night, as always.
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Rex Harrison was already at war with Hollywood by the time the fateful night arrived that changed his life forever and caused him to flee Los Angeles. However, there were many more scandals and dramas that followed around 'Dr, Dolittle', also known as 'Sexy Rexy.
Check out our other 35+ full length bios of Hollywood Stars! https://www.youtube.com/@HollywoodMysteries?sub_confirmation=1
So, settle in for another Hollywood Mystery, with the Film Noir mood of rain on a deserted L.A. sidewalk, deep into the night, as always.
And check out our picks for the Best 15 Favorite Silent Films on Blu Ray over on our Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/hollywoodmysteries/list/3DYPCD9LFUCHC?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfhollywoodmysteries_W9B3CA9092ZZ9DMPPPMY
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Eaton Square, London
Camera follows reporter who catches Rex Harrison on the steps of his flat who talks of the reasons for his living in Eaton Square and his forthcoming film projects.
FILM ID:3291.05
A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT'S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES. http://www.britishpathe.tv/
FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT http://www.britishpathe.com/
British Pathé also represents the Reuters historical collection, which includes more than 136,000 items from the news agencies Gaumont Graphic (1910-1932), Empire News Bulletin (1926-1930), British Paramount (1931-1957), and Gaumont British (1934-1959), as well as Visnews content from 1957 to the end of 1984. All footage can be viewed on the British Pathé website. https://www.britishpathe.com/
Audrey Hepburn presenting Rex Harrison the Oscar® for Best Actor for his performance in "My Fair Lady" at the 37th Academy Awards® in 1965. Introduced by Bob Hope.
My Fair Lady,1964 musical by Frederick Loewe
lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison
Winner of 8 Academy Awards including Best Picture.********
PaleyFest LA 2010. Seth MacFarlane reveals the inspirations for the voices of "Family Guy" characters Peter Griffin and Stewie Griffin. Actor Rex Harrison's voice and demeanor was a major influence on the character of Stewie.
For more information on this event, please visit http://www.paleycenter.org/paleyfest2010-seth-macfarlane-and-friends/.
ABOUT THE PALEY CENTER:
In an era of rapid change in media and technology, the not-for-profit Paley Center for Media explores the evolving ways in which we create, consume, and connect through media. With locations in New York and Los Angeles, and the foremost public archive of television and radio programming, the Paley Center produces and curates programs, forums, and educational activities that engage the general public, industry professionals, and the creative community in an ongoing conversation about the impact of media on our lives. The Paley Center for Media is a hub of innovation and connection for entrepreneurs, investors, and consumers with its finger on the pulse of the next big thing in media. Go to http://www.paleycenter.org to learn more.
Rex Harrison was already at war with Hollywood by the time the fateful night arrived that changed his life forever and caused him to flee Los Angeles. However, there were many more scandals and dramas that followed around 'Dr, Dolittle', also known as 'Sexy Rexy.
Check out our other 35+ full length bios of Hollywood Stars! https://www.youtube.com/@HollywoodMysteries?sub_confirmation=1
So, settle in for another Hollywood Mystery, with the Film Noir mood of rain on a deserted L.A. sidewalk, deep into the night, as always.
And check out our picks for the Best 15 Favorite Silent Films on Blu Ray over on our Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/shop/hollywoodmysteries/list/3DYPCD9LFUCHC?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfhollywoodmysteries_W9B3CA9092ZZ9DMPPPMY
Stay tuned for more mysteries! And please consider supporting our channel below.
We have exciting tiers on Patreon, with essays and rare photographs right up to being able to request a subject for a video!
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There's also Hollywood Mysteries merch - classy tees, mugs and a tote bag to let the world know how much you love Hollywood's mysterious past.
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In 1975, Harrison released his first autobiography. His second, A Damned Serious Business: My Life in Comedy, was published posthumously in 1991.
Harrison was married a total of six times and had two sons: Noel and Carey Harrison. He continued working in stage productions until shortly before his death from pancreatic cancer in June 1990 at the age of 82.
Up in the morning, out on the job Workin like a devil for my pay like the lucky old sun give me nothing to do But roll around heaven all day I toil for my woman,Fuss with my kids Working til I'm wrinkled and grey like the lucky old sun give me nothing to do But roll around heaven all day Good Lord above can't you here me pining Tears all in my ol eyes Send down your cloud the one with a silver lining Lift me to paradise Show me the river, take me across Wash all of my troubles away Like the lucky old sun give me nothing to do But roll around heaven all day Good Lord above can't you hear me pining Tears all in ol Jerry's eyes Send down that cloud with a silver lining Lift me to paradise Show me the river, take me across Wash all Jerry Lee's troubles away Like the lucky old sun give me nothing to do But roll around heaven all day Roll around, roll around heaven all day