Johnny Grant Mr. Hollywood Molly Barrow

Johnny Grant and Dr. Molly Barrow at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel

My friend Johnny Grant died on Wednesday. His promise to make me a "Star" was his way of encouraging me in all my endeavors. I thanked him in my book, "Matchlines," because he supported me and believed in me. Many people wrote about his cheerfulness and his kindness. The public Johnny that was "On" was talented and amazing, and came with much skill at performance. He created a happy character and played him for a lifetime. But the private Johnny, who although was usually happy, also got hopping mad, frustrated and occasionally lonely, The real Johnny was the most impressive. I worked as Johnny's assistant at KTLA. My two job duties were to accompany him everywhere and laugh with him. Out of the public eye, Johnny was relaxed, sarcastic, hilarious, a scoundrel about the ladies, a shrewd business man, dedicated to community service and service men and women, and he was so much fun. He generously gave me a car, too much money, his trust and even the KTLA production crew to gather shots for his television specials. We remained close friends for the past twenty-five years. He loved to show me off at his clubs and indulge together with ice cream at the Roosevelt dining room. He was well regarded for his deeds, his history and his love of people. He was a unique man and I will miss him. I am a better person for having known him.




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