Stubby Kaye
Roy Plomley's castaway is actor Stubby Kaye.
The American actor Stubby Kaye worked in vaudeville before he made his name in the musical Guys and Dolls, on Broadway and in London, as Nicely-Nicely. When it was filmed, nobody else could be considered for the part. He went on to make several more film musicals, including Li'l Abner and Sweet Charity.
In conversation with Roy Plomley, he talks about his career which includes some work in this country where he now lives, and he chooses the eight records he would take to the mythical island.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: New York, New York by Liza Minelli
Book: Diary
Luxury: Hard hat
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Nat King Cole
Nature Boy
Artist: Gordon Jenkins and his Orchestra
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Shirley Ross
Thanks for the Memory
Artist: Bob Hope
- Hollywood Vol 3 The Boys.
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David Rose and His Orchestra
The Stripper
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Lena Horne and Trio
Deed I Do
- The Horne of Plenty.
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Frank Sinatra
Guys and Dolls (Title Song)
Artist: Stubby Kaye, Johnny Silver
- Guys and Dolls.
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Alice Faye
You'll Never Know
- Greatest Hits.
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Stubby Kaye
Howdy Friends and Neighbours
Artist: June Allyson, Jack Lemmon
- You Can't Run Away From It.
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Castaway's Favourite
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Liza Minnelli
New York, New York
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Book Choice
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Diary
Luxury Choice
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Hard hat
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Stubby Kaye |
Broadcasts
- Sat 4 Feb 1984 18:25成人快手 Radio 4
- Fri 10 Feb 1984 09:05成人快手 Radio 4
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