Jimmie Walker | The Complete Pioneers of Television Interview

Jimmie Walker on "Good Times" and life as a comedian.

Director: Steven J Boettcher

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[ElizabethBrown-oc]

The honesty is so refreshing in this interview! I loved it!

[angelamason]

I'm watching this today which is AND, THIS JIMMIE WALKER INTERVIEW is EXCELLENT. I read Jimmie's book but I HAVE A WHOLE NEW PROSPECTIVE. EXCELLENT, JIMMIE. JUST EXCELLENT.

[emmylou-yb]

Jimmie is one of the most honest men in the business.

[donnwonderling]

This was filmed in 2014. He was already talking about cultural shifts that most people only started to notice in the last couple of years. Brilliant guy.

[mariawelsh]

He's smart. This is tv education 101 right here. Nice Job JJ

[mikewysko]

Pleased to hear from Jimmie Walker. Fantastic interview.

[Cynthia-euyu]

I've always liked him ever since Good Times. He's very down to earth and interesting to listen to.

[robertallen]

I appreciate his honesty and opinion, and he really knows the people in his industry.

[stevendinapoli]

He really surprised me with his insights and knowledge. Not that I thought he wasn’t that intelligent, I was taken on how articulate he was about his profession and being honest about himself and others. I have a new found respect for him.!

[danielrobinson]

Nothing but pure truth. Jimmie Walker always keeps it 100. Great interview.

[terryv]

Walker knows comedy, and show business, inside and out. Extremely Frank and insightful. I watch this interview in its entirety, along with the ones he did for Television Academy, every chance I get.

[dbrown]

That's right, only the audience can tell if something's funny. That is authentic. JJ was authentic and real comedy.

[corniss]

What a delight Jimmie Walker is. I really enjoy these interviews on youtube.

[vanwashington]

Jimmy Walker to me have the greatest stories, I could listen to him tell these stories all is still a throw back of greatness...👌👍🏼💙💯

[badpuppy]

Great story telling. Thank you Jimmie! When I rewatch Good Times, the onscreen chemistry is so real, still can make me laugh or cry. Amazing interview.

[colegreen]

Wow! So smart, just great. Thank you Mr. Walker.

[rongeladoles]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE WATCHING JIMMIE WALKER DO INTERVIEWS! I LOVE THE WAY HE EXPLAINS THINGS, AND I LOVE HOW FRANK HE IS ABOUT HIS LIFE!

[CoreyChambersLA]

Jimmy Walker is the embodiment of charisma.

[FLStelth]

I enjoyed this interview. I think Jimmie is really underrated.

[George_L-wo]

I had no idea. This guy is absolutely incredible. He’s brilliant he’s entertaining. He’s thought-provoking. Where the hell has he been. This guy needs to run for office. I am so impressed. I can’t believe it. I love this guy. I want more of him. We gotta get him in the main stream.