Frank Sinatra Full Interview with Walter Cronkite (1965)

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Frank Sinatra in a honest and intimate interview with Walter Cronkite during this 1965 TV news special on CBS.Sinatra discusses among others: the reasons for his popularity with the American public; the aspects of his career he most enjoys; his gripes about the young singers of the day; his early days in Hoboken, New Jersey; his alleged connections; his comeback after a difficult period in the late forties; the problems he has had with the press and his reputation for having a quick temper; his involvement in the presidential campaign of John F. Kennedy; and the way in which he would like to be remembered.

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FRANK SINATRA (1915 - 1998) was an American singer, actor, and producer who was one of the most popular and influential musical artists of the 20th century. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide. Robert Christgau referred to Sinatra as "the greatest singer of the 20th century". His popularity is matched only by Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and Michael Jackson. For Santopietro, Sinatra was the "greatest male pop singer in the history of America", who amassed "unprecedented power onscreen and off", and "seemed to exemplify the common man, an ethnic twentieth-century American male who reached the 'top of the heap', yet never forgot his roots". Santopietro argues that Sinatra created his own world, which he was able to dominate-his career was centred around power, perfecting the ability to capture an audience. Encyclopædia Britannica referred to Sinatra as "often hailed as the greatest American singer of 20th-century popular music.Through his life and his art, he transcended the status of mere icon to become one of the most recognizable symbols of American culture." Gus Levene commented that Sinatra's strength was that when it came to lyrics, telling a story musically, Sinatra displayed a "genius" ability and feeling, which with the "rare combination of voice and showmanship" made him the "original singer" which others who followed most tried to emulate. George Roberts, a trombonist in Sinatra's band, remarked that Sinatra had a "charisma, or whatever it is about him, that no one else had".Biographer Arnold Shaw considered that "If Las Vegas had not existed, Sinatra could have invented it". He quoted reporter James Bacon in saying that Sinatra was the "swinging image on which the town is built", adding that no other entertainer quite "embodied the glamour" associated with Las Vegas as him. Sinatra continues to be seen as one of the icons of the 20th century, and has three stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his work in film and music. (Wikipedia)

WALTER CRONKITE (1916-2009) was an American broadcast journalist who served as anchorman for the CBS Evening News for 19 years. During the 1960s and 1970s, he was often cited as "the most trusted man in America" after being so named in an opinion poll.

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[nilanjanabhattacharjee]

I am utterly in awe by this person– talent, charisma, voice, acting, his generosity, his works. He is truly different than the media portrayed him . We miss you . ❤️

[hughmanatee]

“The only thing you owe the public is a good performance.” If only show business people today would follow that advice!

[Tom-mcfm]

I've been blessed to have seen Mr Sinatra over 30 times, New York, Vegas, Atlantic City....its hard to fathom what he ment to music as a whole just a wonder talent. Miss you Mr Sinatra 🙏

[wileycousins]

I am in awe as to how this man could have come from such a rough beginning, yet make himself into one of the most elegant and sophisticated men the world has ever seen.

[thomassantino]

"The only time I had any physical contact with a newspaper man is now dead" Damn Frank

[gwynnielsen]

Sinatra was always his own man, truly an American icon. I am glad that he lives through these clips on YouTube.

[alexeijolkin]

Great man of the great era. Which will never come back.

[davidallen]

In ‘The September of My Years’, I’m re-discovering Sinatra and while I love many singers of his era, Frank is out there
on his own and the intimate, totally embracing style of his singing and consummate musicianship is giving me amazing
comfort and pleasure, just as he must go on doing for millions the world over.Thank you, Mr Frank Sinatra.💕

[SashaVulgrr]

This is the only man I will ever admire like this.

[SmelOdies]

I’m so glad that Frank clarified that Bogart was still alive when he told him that the only thing the public is owed from him is a good performance.

[nivensgobs]

Mr Cronkite and Mr Sinatra are legends we will never see again. RIP gentlemen.

[roberthayes]

I love his accent, real New York 1940s his chauffeur, s accent is even better

[vicmartinoofficial]

This is a really good interview as one would expect interviewing Frank Sinatra. Sinatra is a most interesting individual to say the least and a most excellent entertainer. A performer who strived for perfection and as a singer he was at the top of his game.

[Ellexis]

Times have changed but people do not. Take Sinatra’s name and fill it in with whom ever is in the limelight in whatever era, and it lines right up.

[mindyrobinson]

One of the most charismatic people to ever walk the earth.

[joepeach]

Who of us would not destroy ourselves with the money, power and command Frank had? He brought warmth and love to the radio and TV as families gathered around to hear this golden voice that will never be duplicated. I rediscovered Frank a few times in my life and each time it became more powerful. Love ya Frank, just love ya...

[sunburst]

This man's accent is frickin charming

[jackhaggerty]

Frank Sinatra saw many people hurt by the economic conditions in which he grew up. This is why he supported Roosevelt's New Deal.
This is as searching interview as you would expect from Walter Cronkite. I am a Scottish Sinatra fan. Thanks for uploading.

[robtberardi]

Is this really the full interview? I appreciate the upload, it's GOLD... I'm just shocked he wasn't asked about the changes in popular music between '55-'65.

[robertkapler]

The only commentary you need to see or interview you need to see about Sinatra is Sinatra performing. He tells you everything.