BJ Thomas On Addiction | Good Night America (May 1st, 1974)

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  • BJ Thomas is invited on the show to talk about how he overcame drug addiction, and how he almost didn't make it out of the 60's. He talks about how he revitalized his career and took control of his life.
    Good Night America: Season 1; #3
    Episode; Hard Rockers, Hard Drugs
    Air Date: May 1st, 1974
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Komentáře • 269

  • @JulieR73
    @JulieR73 Před 3 lety +167

    He’s a family friend of ours and just the nicest guy! His wife Gloria is such a sweetheart!

    • @Blkojo
      @Blkojo Před 3 lety +15

      About twelve hours after you posted this he passed away. 😥

    • @davidjames666
      @davidjames666 Před 3 lety +7

      RIP

    • @gloriacargill3164
      @gloriacargill3164 Před 3 lety +8

      He sure will b missed..loved ALL HIS MUSIC...so sad very sad!!!

    • @joangentile2731
      @joangentile2731 Před 3 lety +5

      He will be missed. Very, very sad indeed. 😥

    • @joycheek6756
      @joycheek6756 Před 3 lety +6

      There will never be another BJ. So down to earth and humble. RIP and prayers to his entire family

  • @MONIKKA5389
    @MONIKKA5389 Před 3 lety +93

    Omg his eyes are so beautiful

  • @johnlevison9552
    @johnlevison9552 Před 13 dny +2

    On of the greatest voices in the past 100 years ! Thank goodness we have the recordings to enjoy.

  • @brianf9615
    @brianf9615 Před 3 lety +33

    I'm impressed by his frankness.

  • @cretan982
    @cretan982 Před 3 lety +22

    Beautiful guy and singer.

  • @howbigisyourlove
    @howbigisyourlove Před rokem +3

    BJ Thomas .. was not only absolutely mesmerizingly beautiful but had an amazing voice .. fun to see Geraldo as a kid :)

  • @EmailBibleStudies
    @EmailBibleStudies Před 3 lety +74

    Just found out that he passed today (5/29/2021) of cancer. Such a horrible disease! I grew up with his songs! My condolences and prayers go out to his loved ones! I know after a struggle with drug addiction, he became a man of faith in his later years. The most important thing while living on this side of heaven is to surrender to and serve the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He only can bring forgiveness of past sins and eternal hope after we leave this earth!

    • @starcrib
      @starcrib Před 3 lety

      All the bible thumpers Poisoning Everything. 🌐

    • @truthinchrist3001
      @truthinchrist3001 Před 2 lety +2

      @@starcrib No moral equivalence compared to Degenerate Hateful Sodos and Baby Murderer's. There is no such thing as a Bible Thumber!

    • @pdeglas38
      @pdeglas38 Před 2 lety

      So sad

    • @JulieR73
      @JulieR73 Před 2 lety +1

      Sadly his wife found out just about 5 days before he died that she too has cancer. She’s had surgery and radiation and is doing well.

  • @deborahcade145
    @deborahcade145 Před 3 lety +50

    He was drop dead gorgeous with the voice of an angel!!! RIP Billy Joe!😢

    • @joangentile2731
      @joangentile2731 Před 3 lety +7

      So true! He had beautiful blue eyes. So sad that we will never see those beautiful blue eyes again. I was so heartbroken when I found out that he had passed away from stage 4 lung cancer. He didn't have a chance of surviving that horrible cancer. I loved his voice! He was one of my favorite singers in the 70's. There will never be another BJ Thomas. May he rest in peace. ;(

    • @anjelica6497
      @anjelica6497 Před 3 lety +4

      Not only dead drop gorgeous with a fantastic voice but a nice human being, just so nice and down to earth. I will listen to my fav of his song " rain drops..." till the day I die! Love his voice.

    • @wendystewart1867
      @wendystewart1867 Před 2 lety +1

      Gorgeous man absolutely

  • @calvada1
    @calvada1 Před 3 lety +122

    He’s now with his Lord and Savior. May 29 2021.
    So sad to hear of his passing.

    • @TheDarkDresser
      @TheDarkDresser Před 3 lety +2

      He's in God's memory and waiting for the resurrection.
      Acts 24:15
      “And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust.”
      Revelation 21:4
      “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
      Psalms 37:29
      “The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever.”
      Matthew 5:5
      “Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.”

    • @bburnsga
      @bburnsga Před 3 lety +2

      You're right! Absent with the body, present with the Lord. He was a good & talented man.

    • @maureensawatzki7917
      @maureensawatzki7917 Před 3 lety +2

      RIH BJ Thomas

    • @marioallen6380
      @marioallen6380 Před 3 lety

      WOW he's one of my favorite artist.

    • @margovallen
      @margovallen Před 3 lety

      @@TheDarkDresser His soul is currently with Jesus Christ.

  • @h.a.s.42
    @h.a.s.42 Před 3 lety +28

    R.I.P. Raindrops is one of the most beautiful songs ever.

  • @shirleys765
    @shirleys765 Před 3 lety +32

    Rest in peace B.J. One of the best.

  • @Gem0674
    @Gem0674 Před 3 lety +29

    He’s gorgeous & that awesome voice we all love him! ❤️

  • @MyleneVF
    @MyleneVF Před 3 lety +40

    Beautiful eyes. Talented man. May he Rest in Peace.🙏🏼

  • @Charliegirl2
    @Charliegirl2 Před 3 lety +136

    Wasn't he just gorgeous.

    • @rebekahyarborough6082
      @rebekahyarborough6082 Před 3 lety +8

      Oh Billy was just wonderful. About a week ago. I posted about his Rock n Roll Lubaby. I did not know he was sick😢 and now here I sit listening to the great B.J.Thomas. Thank you Lord🙏🙏🙏

    • @steffigavin9152
      @steffigavin9152 Před 3 lety +3

      Yes

    • @joangentile2731
      @joangentile2731 Před 3 lety +10

      Absolutely!! He was so good looking!! Wow!! I loved him in the 70's. He had a beautiful voice!! However, I never knew anything about his life or drug addiction. I think it's so sad that he died within two months of being diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. He didn't have a chance in hell of surviving this horrible cancer. I hope and pray the scientists and researchers would find a cure for cancer. It would help so many people live a long and happy life. My condolences for his wife, his children, his grandchildren and his family and friends. May he rest in peace. 💖😥

    • @michelenunez4629
      @michelenunez4629 Před 3 lety +7

      Very Handsome

    • @Badfingerbabe777
      @Badfingerbabe777 Před 3 lety +7

      Gorgeous! I got to met him a few times and he was so friendly and kind to all the fans took pics and chatted with us, super nice guy. I did not know he was sick either. I will miss him. He sang at Elvis's funeral, Elvis loved him. God Bless him.

  • @Tressala
    @Tressala Před 3 lety +25

    He is so so handsome

    • @matthewhenderson5900
      @matthewhenderson5900 Před 3 lety +4

      As a heterosexual guy, I agree.
      Aside from his drug abuse, did he smoke 🚬🚬. Since, he passed away from lung cancer.

    • @TheDarkDresser
      @TheDarkDresser Před 3 lety +1

      @NORTHWOODSPREPPER1
      Maybe because so many make unfair assumptions and assume that a man who admits the obvious, that a man is handsome, is considered a homosexual.

    • @TheDarkDresser
      @TheDarkDresser Před 3 lety

      @NORTHWOODSPREPPER1
      Only when it matters.

    • @matthewhenderson5900
      @matthewhenderson5900 Před 3 lety +1

      @NORTHWOODSPREPPER1, You must be new to life if you’re going to ask such a nonsensical question!!

    • @matthewhenderson5900
      @matthewhenderson5900 Před 3 lety

      @@TheDarkDresser, EXACTLY!!

  • @lisamerrill24
    @lisamerrill24 Před rokem +2

    He was absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful blue eyed southern boy!

  • @jndrummer5131
    @jndrummer5131 Před 3 lety +19

    BJ Thomas was awesome! Most under rated singer in music history! RIP to BJ the singing legend

  • @denisefordyce5777
    @denisefordyce5777 Před 3 lety +21

    He was definitely a gorgeous man!

  • @thomasmarthinussen8978
    @thomasmarthinussen8978 Před 3 lety +29

    Less than a year after this interview, BJ Thomas would score one of his biggest ever single hits, Hey Wont You Play Me Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong song. A gorgeous looking man and a devoted Christian.

  • @alanstrom2221
    @alanstrom2221 Před 3 lety +10

    Vale B.J. Thomas
    One of the best male singers of our time.
    R.I.P. mate.
    Thanks for the great songs

  • @lovingatlanta
    @lovingatlanta Před 3 lety +21

    😭RIP sweet man, RIP. My mom used to play his music when I was a kid. His music brings me such good memories of my childhood.💝

  • @LookUpRedemption
    @LookUpRedemption Před 3 lety +39

    Excellent vocalist and performer, love BJ Thomas since way back. Great music and gifted voice.

  • @nancyward4212
    @nancyward4212 Před 3 lety +13

    R.I.P. B.J. and thank you for your beautiful songs that are still so loved

  • @loricasey363
    @loricasey363 Před 3 lety +27

    You are one of my all time favorite singers. So handsome, wonderful songs and great hits. Sending many blessings to your loving wife Gloria for sticking with you through the rough times. Praise our lord for steering you down the right path. You both are truly blessed as are we, your fans for having you and your music in our lives.
    Sending you many prayers as you move through your next journey. May Gods healing hands touch you and bring you comfort, strength and recovery. Love & hugs.

  • @snitzel1955skrm
    @snitzel1955skrm Před 3 lety +24

    Seen him in person at a theatre in my town back in the mid 90's during an afternoon concert, where there were only maybe 40 people there. He walked out and you could see a shock and disappointment in his face but by the end of the concert he said felt really loved and was glad he came to do sing for us. What a great guy. May he rest in peace on his cloud of joy.

  • @user-yo5fc7qt3g
    @user-yo5fc7qt3g Před 8 měsíci

    I still listen to his gospel songs today rip BJ Thomas

  • @CutterOfGems
    @CutterOfGems Před 3 lety +4

    Such a handsome man and blessed with the voice of an angel. He's at home now. Rest in peace BJ.

  • @TheVintessa
    @TheVintessa Před 5 měsíci +1

    Gosh he was gorgeous. Loved his voice.

  • @krdaniel01
    @krdaniel01 Před 3 lety +12

    Met him in the mid 90's at a show in Tennessee. Very genuine person, and a great voice. He is definitely missed.

  • @au131951
    @au131951 Před 3 lety +9

    One day we went into a Home Depot for a toilet plunger. Neither my husband nor I wanted to walk out with the thing. We had a 2 year old son who happily carried it over his head like an umbrella singing "Raindrops keep fallin' on my head..." we didn't even know he knew the song.

  • @melvern946
    @melvern946 Před 3 lety +11

    Possibly the most beautiful man and voice on te planet. Seems like a great guy.

  • @lyntrickey-wx2hu
    @lyntrickey-wx2hu Před rokem +1

    He was so gorgeous and the best singer ever!! He was awesome up until he passed!!!! RIP gorgeous!!!!

  • @leslie4351
    @leslie4351 Před 21 dnem +1

    We're so glad we didn't lose B J. Thomas to street drugs like some are losing their loved ones now. Rest in The Lord's Presence, B. J.! 🙏❤️🇺🇸

  • @joangentile2731
    @joangentile2731 Před 3 lety +17

    I loved BJ Thomas! He had a beautiful voice!! I loved all of his songs. It's so sad that he died in two months of being diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. My condolences to his wife, his children, his grandchildren and the rest of his family. May he rest in peace. 💖😥

  • @SheltonWalden
    @SheltonWalden Před 3 lety +7

    Great singer - RIP!

  • @susanooi6610
    @susanooi6610 Před 3 lety +38

    Love his hair.

  • @margareta.halliseyq1777
    @margareta.halliseyq1777 Před 3 lety +7

    Sooo handsome!

  • @micheleedds7187
    @micheleedds7187 Před 3 lety +7

    RIP BJ Thomas thanks for the fabulous music

  • @Miss-cq6iw
    @Miss-cq6iw Před 3 lety +18

    I had a huge crush on B. J. I remember sitting in front of our black&white TV gazing at his eyes. He had the most beautiful eyes I had ever seen. That dark hair and those eyes. He was a pretty man❤️RIH🙏🏻

  • @cindysummers3815
    @cindysummers3815 Před 3 lety +4

    Gloria was his best medicine...Prayers too her and his 3 daughters

  • @maryjane9152
    @maryjane9152 Před 3 lety +16

    I still have one of his albums from when I was a kid. Loved his music and still do.

    • @dantrejo3513
      @dantrejo3513 Před 3 lety +3

      He just passed way.

    • @Cat-hn2on
      @Cat-hn2on Před 3 lety +2

      Rest in peace, BJ. Loved your music and your voice. ❤😥🌈

    • @joangentile2731
      @joangentile2731 Před 3 lety +1

      Me, too. I have always loved his voice and his music. RIP BJ Thomas 😥💖

  • @jonrukavina9011
    @jonrukavina9011 Před 2 lety +4

    B.J. was another in a long line of underated singers. He had a great voice & range. If you want to hear his range listen to Don't Worry Baby from 1977. Saw him in the 80s when he was into country music. What Ever Happened to Old Fashioned Love always reminds me of my parents.
    Saw him & Billy Joe Royal at a local casino when they were on their Raindrops & Boondocks tour.
    R.I.P. B.J.

    • @DefundTheFringes
      @DefundTheFringes Před rokem +1

      Someone always uses the word "underrated" when discussing musicians who don't seem underrated!

  • @frankfrometa4673
    @frankfrometa4673 Před rokem +3

    BJ Thomas could sing any song, any style he was an amazing vocalist one of America's best in my book. ! RIP BJ. !

  • @christineterry3079
    @christineterry3079 Před 2 lety +3

    Beautiful man , honest as well ! Some great songs!! He had good wife who stood by and helped him so sad he died . RIP 🙏 😞 💔

  • @iveyivey1298
    @iveyivey1298 Před 3 lety +40

    It sounds just exactly like what Elvis fell into it starts slow and then it just keeps going I'm glad BJ was able to get out of it, too bad Elvis didn't

  • @MegaSalinas123
    @MegaSalinas123 Před 2 lety +2

    There are two gospel singers I love to listen to everyday: B.J. Thomas and Keith Green. They're both now in the presence of the Lord singing praises to Him with their beautiful songs and voices. Rest in peace my favourite and best singer, B.J. Thomas.

  • @lessersun
    @lessersun Před 3 lety +2

    I saw BJ in Disneyland in 1973 right after he got cleaned from his issues. He sang Raindrops with his hat and tight jeans. It was a magical moment. May God keep you in his arms eternally.

  • @faith424
    @faith424 Před 3 lety +2

    Beautiful man. Those eyes...that voice!!!!!

  • @TheDarkDresser
    @TheDarkDresser Před 3 lety +8

    BJ remained a humble man.

  • @annkane8364
    @annkane8364 Před 3 lety +4

    Absolutely gorgeous.

  • @debbiemurray7426
    @debbiemurray7426 Před 3 lety +6

    RIP BJ Thomas May 29 2021

  • @sandymuddy5766
    @sandymuddy5766 Před rokem +1

    He was a humble 😢

  • @kathyrizzi8754
    @kathyrizzi8754 Před 3 lety +3

    I loved those days, 60’s & 70’s. I remember when the movie, “ Butch Cassidy & the Sundance kid “ had BJ’s song, “ Raindrops falling on my Head. “ It played on the radio, then more songs followed, loved them all. My heart goes out to his family and friends. 😪♥️🌺🌹

  • @susanmarks601
    @susanmarks601 Před 3 lety +2

    Best voice the song I love the best is mama but I loved all his music please dear god take care of him

  • @patriciaferrell9418
    @patriciaferrell9418 Před 3 lety +4

    So sad to hear of BJ passing RIP you will be missed

  • @elisabethmeliandelcastillo7362

    It is a shame how people mess up their lives with drugs. My sister drinks a lot and it hurts so much that she does not want change. God bless him, he was beautiful when he was young

  • @janowens2212
    @janowens2212 Před rokem +1

    🤙♥️JUST got the chills.Awesome artist and for sure made the awesome song.😇

  • @starcrib
    @starcrib Před 3 lety +2

    What a Cool Looking Guy....I was 9 when he sang Rain Drops...I remember it wafting out of every radio/ every car/ every store/.....life is a trip. RIP Good Soul .🌿🇺🇸🌐🇺🇸🌿

  • @summer2786
    @summer2786 Před 3 lety +2

    I could look into those eyes all day ,every day. He is just stunning. I couldn't concentrate on what he would be saying.

  • @miguelhuertas7512
    @miguelhuertas7512 Před 3 lety +9

    ...Parece que fue un episodio duro en su vida, pero ya etapa superada...excelente cantante y persona...

  • @carmendias7166
    @carmendias7166 Před 4 lety +8

    É tão maravilhoso assistir esse vídeo direto do túnel do tempo, BJ Thomas é meu favorito cantor e sempre será, carismático, talentoso com uma linda voz, amo todas as suas músicas.

  • @carolynabernathy1223
    @carolynabernathy1223 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks to all who. Stayed course with him. We had his music

  • @vivians9392
    @vivians9392 Před 3 lety +2

    Houston, TX boy, my hometown. We loved him!

  • @grey_ships_on_the_horizon

    I looked up to BJ Thomas ~ It was around this time when GOD saved me from my world of drugs and demons ~ His testimony is a blessing to me. God bless you BJ and family

  • @deedalessio1940
    @deedalessio1940 Před 5 měsíci

    Rip great singer😊

  • @angelsalcedo1851
    @angelsalcedo1851 Před 3 lety +2

    Nos dejó un legado, su música y es hermoso por qué te hace recordar tu adolescencia. Definitivamente un gran cantante. Que en paz descanse y qué dios le de la vida eterna.

  • @davidharrison3399
    @davidharrison3399 Před 5 měsíci

    Class interview

  • @JorgeG-wt4qf
    @JorgeG-wt4qf Před 8 dny

    Man this was the finest. It makes me smile to see him every time I do I get a bigger crush.🤗🥰

    • @JorgeG-wt4qf
      @JorgeG-wt4qf Před 8 dny

      Oh yeah just so everyone knows, I'm a woman not a guy. This is my bf phone.

  • @frankrose734
    @frankrose734 Před 3 lety +14

    Thank you for your gift to the world rest in peace

  • @patrickfranco7745
    @patrickfranco7745 Před rokem +1

    BJ u make me feel proud I was raised in Houston,Texas

  • @miavinson2726
    @miavinson2726 Před 3 lety +5

    RIP BJ

  • @kimaglioti7775
    @kimaglioti7775 Před 10 měsíci

    Love B.J. xxxxxxx

  • @vaughancapstick9961
    @vaughancapstick9961 Před 6 měsíci

    So honest ❤

  • @bobbijoREV3.10
    @bobbijoREV3.10 Před 9 měsíci

    Geraldo is so very cool 👍🏼😁 I always loved him

  • @Charliegirl2
    @Charliegirl2 Před 8 měsíci

    He seemed so sweet.

  • @sandrastiltner4024
    @sandrastiltner4024 Před 3 lety +1

    There are some really handsome men grown in Texas. I adored him. Such a good man.

  • @janettesixtiesgal1367
    @janettesixtiesgal1367 Před 3 lety +1

    Absolutely Gorgeous talented beautiful voice 💞😻

  • @Burnzy1976
    @Burnzy1976 Před 3 lety +1

    RIP I had an urge to listen to Raindrops the day before your passing....that song alone touched many people and that's all you can hope to achieve in life. So God bless you Mr Thomas...and Hook Em Horns!!!

  • @kat35lulu88
    @kat35lulu88 Před 3 lety +2

    He was most handsome. And he's just like this in Heaven rock in' that Texas tee shirt, fantastic thick head of hair and hypnotic eyes......

  • @cindysummers3815
    @cindysummers3815 Před 3 lety +1

    Miss you my friend...we had so much fun..in Houston..

  • @joannepalozzi3060
    @joannepalozzi3060 Před 2 lety +1

    He was very handsome such a shame he died I miss him ❤️

  • @margovallen
    @margovallen Před 3 lety +1

    Love me some BJ Thomas... and have since 1968 when I heard him on AM Radio (KLIF Dallas/FT Worth).

  • @missytucker5202
    @missytucker5202 Před 3 lety +2

    He Was Nice Looking Here /Can We Go Back To 1974 ❤

  • @jarodcarnarvon5198
    @jarodcarnarvon5198 Před 3 lety +5

    RIP BJ, you are missed.
    Wow, Geraldo was just in his 30s then....

  • @shellydehart8217
    @shellydehart8217 Před 2 lety

    That was real bummer. I was hoping to hear more on this interview. I’ve always loved B J Thomas n so thankful he found the Lord. So when I get to Heaven I’ll get to him sing all the time. What blessing that will be.

  • @krishnaghosh2114
    @krishnaghosh2114 Před rokem

    When you understand your faults and want to come out of them, you can come out of them. BJ Thomas also overcame his faults and became a better person. RIP

  • @mjh5437
    @mjh5437 Před 2 lety

    I will never be able to watch Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid in the same way ever again lol

  • @helendafnis5505
    @helendafnis5505 Před 3 lety +2

    He was gorgeous & what a voice

  • @tomjones7089
    @tomjones7089 Před 3 lety +1

    Good man. Rest in Peace.

  • @pattylyles6964
    @pattylyles6964 Před 3 lety

    Just found out he passed .RIP BJ and thank you for the amazing songs and memories.

  • @bgierat
    @bgierat Před 3 lety +1

    He was the total package....

  • @escalanteana97
    @escalanteana97 Před 3 lety +1

    Ohh wow 💓

  • @COLEEN322
    @COLEEN322 Před 3 lety +3

    RIP BJ Thomas

  • @melvinpruitt3907
    @melvinpruitt3907 Před 7 měsíci

    Wow😮 any young person watching this. Take Heed.. please!!

  • @richardmorris7063
    @richardmorris7063 Před 3 lety +5

    Carved out 1 helluva niche for himself. Rip legend

  • @mjh5437
    @mjh5437 Před 2 lety

    Another truly wonderful song written by the genius that is Burt Bacharach

  • @patrickguitar8676
    @patrickguitar8676 Před 3 lety +1

    Go on take the money and run....God bless you bj

  • @thomasmarthinussen8978

    Such honesty. It took courage on BJs part to clean himself up.

  • @magaligomes6842
    @magaligomes6842 Před 3 lety

    Que homem lindo Humilde! Muito talentoso.

  • @charlottedizon582
    @charlottedizon582 Před 3 lety

    Hear that voice it's unique