As a young man my father would (religiously) watch the TV show: “Spencer For Hire”. The show was good, yet my father counted the seconds until “The Hawk” appeared. The Hawk was the stylish, no nonsense street muscle to Spencer. I always remembered the handsome and stylish Mr. Brooks. I often wondered why this gentleman never received the opportunity to dominate the silver screen and play more of the roles his talent commanded. As young adult, I learned of Mr. Brooks background as a poet and classically trained actor. I am appreciative for the theater and the internet, this is where I viewed the depth of the thespian Hollywood failed to cultivate for audiences.
This post requires limited text, as all should know who this is. McQueen, the name as epic and smooth as the man. From “The Getaway to The Thomas Crown Affair”, the grit, talent and masculine flair beam as a road map of how to get grown man on.
As a youth, I had a tutor named Mr. Hudson. Mr. Hudson introduced his students to powerful minds of all races, yet focused our attention on powerful African American minds. Mr. Hudson would say, “respect all races, know yourself and the many contributions African Americans are responsible for.” Of the many educational mainstays Mr. Hudson introduced me to, Mr. Reginald Lewis and his business mind peaked my interest.
Mr. Lewis was an American businessman, who was one of the most successful business leaders during the 1980s. He was the richest African American man in the 1980’s. Born in Baltimore, Maryland Mr. Lewis went on to purchase McCall Pattern Company (which he sold at a huge profit) and Beatrice International Foods.
Take a look at this gentleman, a great professional look.
My Father (r.i.p.) owned a record shop called “Music for the Girls and Noise for the Boys” for much of my adolescence. Of the many talented artists I was introduced to, Marvin P. Gaye was the sound that set the mood of the shop and my surroundings. My Father would say, Marvin’ s music represented the spectrum of human emotion. He’d say, “Waraire, you’ll appreciate it the older you get.” I am happy my Father introduced me to this squire of soul. Have a look at the clip, see the attentiveness to detail, reaction of the crowd, montage of inner city life, children, faith, poverty and love. All blend effortless with the music, emotion and overall appeal of Marvin.
Also, see the gent center stage on the timbales-lovely!
Had to post these as well
This set, the theme, the dancers, the sleek build of Mr. Gaye
On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969) is the sixth spy film in the James Bond series, based on the 1963 novel of the same name by Ian Fleming, and the only one to star George Lazenby as the fictional MI6 agent James Bond. Many feel Sean Connery was the best Bond, well it’s true, yet George Lazenby was equally awesome. The style of this film is BEYOND, to bad many (including Lazenby) felt Bond was on it’s last legs at the time of this films release. As all can attest, Bond is still thriving.
As for the film, Bond faces Blofeld (Telly Savalas), who is planning on unleashing a plague through a group of brainwashed “angels of death”unless his demands are met. Along the way, Bond meets, falls in love with, and eventually marries Contessa Teresa di Vicenzo.
Treat yourself to one on the finest films & style influences that many natty gentlemen adore.
Notice the style of the trailer and the title song by Mr. Louis Armstrong.
Long before I gained an appreciation for many of the idol’s I would come to know, Mr. Ashe was the 1st. The cool demeanor, incredible presence and ultimate grace, what a gentleman. Mr. Ashe was more than an incredible tennis giant, he was a great man. Below please find a great instructional video from my youth, this is how I learned the alphabet. Do Idols still do this type of thing?
The cast of the film is super stellar: Grace Jones, Christopher Walken and Roger Moore. More than the regular Bond heroics, is the wardrobe in the film. Mr. Walken’s sartorial choices are effortless, while the always beautiful, Ms. Jones, wears and exudes the presence Lady GaGa based her entire movement on.
I adore the fashions of the late seventies and mid eighties. The men were gentlemen and the ladies were lovely! I appreciate many films, videos and images of this bygone era. Below please find two of several that motivate me.
