His Life Was Utterly Tragic, Now Frankie Valli Confesses at 89 Years Old
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- Frankie Valli has led a remarkable life and enjoyed an illustrious career as a singer and performer. As the lead vocalist of The Four Seasons, he achieved extraordinary success with a string of chart-topping hits, leaving an indelible mark on the world of rock and roll. Valli's distinct falsetto vocals and the group's signature harmonies set them apart from their contemporaries, propelling them to stardom in the 1960s. Hits like "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," and "Walk Like a Man" solidified The Four Seasons' status as one of the most influential vocal groups of their time. Despite his professional triumphs, Frankie Valli's personal life was not without its share of hardships. He experienced the profound loss of his daughter, Francine, in 1980, who tragically passed away at the young age of 20. The loss was a profound blow to Valli and his family, and it was a challenge he faced with great strength and resilience.
▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 - Intro
00:51 - Early Life
02:04 - Valli’s Early Career
03:42 - Solo Career and Life in the 70s and 80s
05:06 - Frankie and April Kirkwood
06:28 - Personal Life and Tragedy
07:58 - Outro
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Throughout his career, Valli continued to thrive as a solo artist as well, achieving success with hits like "My Eyes Adored You" and "Grease," the title track of the iconic musical and film. His dynamic and captivating stage presence made him a sought-after live performer, captivating audiences with his powerful vocals and timeless charisma. As a performer, Frankie Valli's legacy is that of a true music icon. His distinctive voice and contributions to popular music have left an enduring impact on the industry. His music continues to be celebrated, cherished, and covered by new generations of artists, solidifying his place as one of the greatest voices in the history of rock and roll.
Beyond his commercial success, Frankie Valli's enduring legacy lies in the emotions he has evoked through his music. From joyous anthems to heartfelt ballads, his songs have resonated with audiences worldwide and touched the hearts of millions. Valli's ability to convey emotions through his soulful performances has made him an iconic figure, beloved by fans spanning multiple generations. Despite facing personal hardships, Frankie Valli's dedication to his artistry and his love for performing have been unwavering. His influence on popular music is immeasurable, and his contributions will continue to inspire and entertain audiences for generations to come. As a true music legend, Frankie Valli's legacy as a performer is etched in the annals of music history, and his music remains a timeless testament to the power of art and expression. Join Facts Verse, as we present: His Life was Utterly Tragic, Now Frankie Valli Confesses at 89 Years Old.
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Not Let's Hang out.. it's Let's Hang on. To mc .
It was a great honor for us to be the four seasons with Frankie for almost 15 years! Longer than any incarnation of the group. Love you boss!
Still I prefer the 70s-Four Seasons. At that time they were really a band with a drummer who could also sing lead (Gerry Polci) and did a very good job with it ( December 1963, Silver Star, Down the hall) and it’s a shame that group didn’t last longer.😢
@@henkcompanje6472 Ya, we love those guys! They should have tried to branch out and create their own group…that’s what we’ve done.
God bless you.
He was really a fantastic guy, with a great sense of humor.
I was fortunate enough to meet him several times, when I was a young man. My Grandfather was the head of Security at the Building Complex where he lived. That's how I got to meet him.
He chuckled about how nervous I was to meet him, he asked me "Why are you nervous, I'm just a working man like your Grandfather" my reply was "I love my Grandfather a lot but it's different, You're a Famous Star who's recognized everywhere you go" and he said "Everyone who lives here Know who your Grandfather is, no matter which building they live in, and if they think that if it's important they can come talk to your Grandfather and ask him if (whatever they needed or wanted) it's possible... See no difference"
They got along very well, as they had many of the same circumstances growing up.
I spoke to him many times, he was a really nice man. He always asked my Grandfather how everybody was in the family & he would specifically ask my Grandfather how I was doing. He laughed big time when he was told I graduated high school 2 years early by testing my way out & he told my Grandfather "I guess he (meaning me) got tired of them trying to hold him back to their pace & schedule... LOL, Good for him !!)
As I said he was a really nice guy, whenever he performed in NYC or northern New Jersey he always made sure that he gave me tickets to the shows as many as I needed, so that I could bring a date or my family. He would even make sure I had a ride to wherever the show was & back home.
I did odd jobs for him, picking up something, dropping something off, you know, little things that needed doing & he was busy with something. As I said a really nice guy, he would pay me what every he thought was the going rate, Plus transportation & a Tip on top of that.
He did get mad the first time I did an errand for him & I tried very hard to refuse payment. Not only did he chew my ass out, he dragged me to where my Grandfather (I thought I was a dead man walking... LOL) was on the complex property, and told him that he had me run an errand for him and that I was refusing to let him pay me (I REALLY thought that I was a dead man walking).
(I'm NOT positive, but I think that they both knew I'd refuse payment & that they set me up)
My Grandfather gave me a look (Yes,that look, I damn near $h¡t myself) , my Grandfather asked me if this was true, I said yes, he asked me why I was refusing to let Mr. Valli pay. I told him that He only had me pick up a couple of suits from the dry cleaners, and that it only took me 15 minutes and that Mr. Valli had paid for the taxi round trip, the wait & the tip. So as far as I was concerned he had already paid for the errand. My Grandfather asked Mr. Valli if this what I had told him. Mr. Valli said it was, but the point is he (me) took care of something for him that he couldn't, because he had to make some phone calls, and He felt I should be paid for that.
My Grandfather appeared to think that over. He (my Grandfather) said that he understood both points, then told me to say thank you to Mr. Valli & accept the payment for the errand. To say the least I was stunned... But I did exactly what I was told to do.
I said thank you to Mr. Valli & accepted the payment & tip.
He always paid me for any errand or chore that I did for him and that would ask me, "Do we Really need to go talk to your Grandfather ???"
As I said, I always thought that he was a super nice guy... He even came to my Grandfather's funeral and I've never figured out how he knew my Grandfather had died, My Grandfather had retired 6 or 7 months before... I guess I'll never figure out THAT little piece of the puzzle.
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How did your gramps pass if you don't mind me asking. And if he had an obituary that's probably how he found out
@@Dwho-io1ve ,
My Grandfather passed away from bladder cancer. They removed the entire tumor without problem. But they weren't sure if how far into the bladder wall the cancer had penetrated. So to be safe, they removed his entire bladder. They also did a urastomy at that time, which means they take the two (2) tubes that come from the kidneys (1 from each of the kidneys), connect both together and attach them to a stoma (a hole made in the abdominal wall. Approximately between the size quarter & a half dollar) to which a collection bag is attached. When the bag is full they either drain that bag into the toilet or attach a tube to a lager bag that's strapped to the thigh.
Sometimes I think it was needing & having that bag is what killed him.
Yes, he did have an obituary, so it's very possible that you could be right about how Mr. Valli knew about the funeral.
All I knew was I was very surprised to see him come into the funeral home.
I was the only one there that Mr. Valli knew, so he came over to me to offer his condolences. I had the distinct pleasure to introducing Mr. Valli to my Mother & to my Aunts & Uncles.
That completely blew all of their minds. After Mr. Valli left, with the exception of my Mother, My Aunt's, Uncles & Cousins started hammering me with questions about how my Grandfather & I knew Mr. Valli.
All I would tell them was that Mr. Valli & my Grandfather were friends & that I met Mr. Valli through my Grandfather. Of course they didn't like my answer, but I didn't care how mad they got. I refused to telling them anything.
So when everything was over & they all had gone home still really mad that I wouldn't tell them anything else.
All but one (1) of my Aunts & Uncles have passed away now, but they all kept asking over the years until they themselves passed away. Some of my Cousins still ask from time to time & I keep refusing to tell them anything.
Besides, in my opinion, they don't have a need know anything about it.
Now my Mother was a different story, after everyone else left, I explained everything to her & I asked her not to tell her Brothers, Sisters, her Nieces & Nephews anything... And she never told them anything from then until she passed away herself.
I always had a lot of respect for Mr. Valli, I still do & I'll still have it until the day I die !!!
@@FactsVerse ,
I always enjoy everything that you post, So just keep up the great job that you're doing !!!!
@@FactsVerse ,
All of these comments & the conversations that I've been having with you, my Wife and my Children.
Have reminded & proved to me exactly, how much I've missed him, missed talking with him & his council very, very much.
He probably doesn't remember me, but he might, I would love to talk to him, seeing him would be outstanding.
But I have always understood & still understand that he's an extremely busy man and I have no doubt that he still is.
But I would be thrilled if he could give me a call.
Could you arrange it & make that happen ??
I would be very grateful & appreciative for any assistance that you could provide for me in this endeavor.
I would also like to Thank You for reminding me what a great guy he was & is.
Again, Thank You very much for reawakening all of the wonderful memories of Mr. Valli that I have !!!
Always liked Frankie Valli's music, he had a very good voice. Wasn't aware of all the tragedies he has encountered in his life time. Children are never supposed to die before their parents, but Frankie's courage served him well in dealing with his tragedies.
Glad to know that you discovered someting new about Frankie. Which of his songs appealed to you the most?
@@FactsVerse "My eyes adored you."
My very first concert was the Four Seasons in 1963 at the Chicago Opera House. I was 14 and my mother escorted me. Can you imagine them being your very first concert? Magical! I have seen Frankie in concert several times since then. Always fabulous!
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@@FactsVerse I love any groups or recording artists from the 1960s. Such a fun time!
My first concert as well. Ohio State Fair
I'll be seeing him for the first time this January at the Opry in Nashville. 27 years old and a dream come true for me!
Love Frankie Valli❤
We love Frankie too. What is your most memorable song of his?
Saw them in Portland, Oregon in the 70s. Great group. ❤
Fun stuff, thank you so much for sharing your life story. Which of their songs appealed to you the most?
I named my daughter Sherry because of his song SHERRY!😊
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I always loved the music of the 4 seasons. I grew up at a young age during the peak of their popularity. Great memories associated with their music ! 👍
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Grease was the sound track of my teenage years ❤
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I would love to see him in concert at least one more time. I'm still sad the concert I was going to go to was canceled 😞 😢
We feel the same way! What is your favorite song of Frankie?
I saw "Jersey Boys" on Broadway in 2006 and the personal tragedies were covered in the show.
Thanks for his story.
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One of the three best shows I’ve ever seen!
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I remember see ing Frankie Valli in East Orange NJ on N. Grove Street. He was visiting his friend Richie D'Ambola, who was dad to my best friend Mike D'Ambola. I was sitting on my porch, probably 1964 or 65, when this young child is running down the sidewalk towards my home, and a handsome dark haired man was running after her, and to my amazement, it was the legend, Frankie Valli! He finally caught up to her, and it could have been Francine he was chasing, but I am not sure if it was her or his other daughter. I spoke to him about how great he and the Seasons were and how I was a huge fan of the group. He thanked me for the kind words, and I said something like "Keep up the great music and watch the little one for this street is very busy, and it was. I will never forget that moment! Mike's dad was good friends of Nick Massi, one of the original members of the group, and Tommy Devito. I had the pleasure of meeting Tommy as well and he was gracious, warm, friendly and approachable. Long live the legacy of this group and God Bless Frankie in his senior years as he still performs and the new Four Seasons tour the world to packed venues wherever they are booked!
Sad news about Mr. Valli. I love his music. I wish him all the best.
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I had no idea Frankie had suffered two losses. However, Frankie managed to focus on his career.
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Friend of mine grew up with him in NY!
Frankie, my Newark, NJ homeboy. We grew up in the same neighborhood and I rubbed shoulders with him before he came together with the 4 Season's. Blacks and Italians got along so well. It was fun in our neighborhood. My mom and his mom went to the same laundry mat. I found that out when I saw the Broadway Show, Jersey Boys, which by the way I enjoyed very very much.
Yes , my only hope now for Frankie that his latest marriage brings nothing but happiness to him and his wife.
Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Frankie. Which of his songs appealed to you the most?
saw FV in concert, just love this guy
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OMG poor Frankie Valli I didn't know about the death's of his daughters. I know it hurts to loose someone you love. It has been 22 years since I lost my husband. It still hurts me everytime I think of him. 😢😢 With Gods help you will make it thru. Hang in there Frankie Valli. GOD BLESS YOU. I send my Deepest Sympathy to you and your family for the lost of your Daughters. 😢😢
Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Frankie. May his daughters find peace. WHich of his songs appealed to you the most?
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I have two favorites (LET'S HANG ON and DECEMBER 1963).
Another wonderful and educational
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Always loved Frankie Valli since I was quite young ❤
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I had no idea of his personal tragedy’s’ .
I am so very sorry for Frankie . He is a Brilliant, Singer, and Composer, with a voice, that could make you cry.. Please tell him we are still listening to his albums on a stereo. W/ Sound Stage Volume, built in out stereo .
We love you and hope you continue to do intimate shows here in FL , if you please?
You’re an absolute legend, and a truly Gifted Musician. 🎶🎼🎵🎹🎸. Please, come and sing for us. Please? With great kindness, artchem1 🌟🧡🌟🧡
Today, Most Big Girls No Longer Cry...They Just Complain! 😂
Yes, perhaps ~ this one still cries ~.
@@artchem1 When I Learned To Laugh (In My Life), I Cried Less. NEVER Focus Too Long On What Depresses You, Because, If You Do, You Will Focus Less On What's GOOD About You, And Your Life. Not EVERYTHING Is Bad -- With The Exception Of Politicians, And Ex's! Hope I Made You Cry Less. Best Wishes.
Seen him a few months ago in Hawaii. He's still got it!
Fun stuff, thank you so much for sharing this info! Be safe and have a great week 💕💕
I never that for a moment he would ever lose his charisma🌟🧡🌟
Luv his voice My eyes adored you really❤❤❤❤❤
So very sad the tragedies that he’s had to Indore. I hope he had a lot of comfort.
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We had Frankie on our show (Hollywood Godfather Podcast) last year. He’s doing very well, continues to tour, and released a jazz album-Frankie Valli: A Touch of Jazz. Still sharp and charismatic.
I envy you. What a GIANT...
@@johnathandavis3693 we’ve had a lot of celebrity guests but Frankie stands out as a gentleman and unpretentious.
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@@FactsVerse I like all your content but particularly historic facts regarding celebrities of past decades. I guess I’m getting old:)
Oh my, cannot wait, to purchase this wonderful,
Jazz album. We have a Jazz station WUCF ~ w/ Alan Rock
He will adore you, as do I
Thank you for sharing this wonderful information with us 🌟🧡🌟
Yes Frankie calling had many good hits I think his voice made them big hits
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I followed the 4 Seasons my entire life. First hearing them in the early '60s. When I was in the Army I went to Vietnam in Nov '66 and proceeded to find albums of their songs at the Que Nhon Army PX (when I could get there). Their music, along with Beach Boys, Jan and Dean, The Young Rascals...kept me sane, amongst the back drop of the Vietnam war...... I am so sorry his life was a mess, but I love his music and will forever.....
Did Frankie write any of his songs? I like them all I can’t pick just one. ❤❤❤❤❤
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Yes I did love Frankie Valli and my heart went out to him with the loss of his daughters 😂❤️
I have been a Frankie Valley fan for over 30 years. I've seen him in concert 6 times the last time in Coney island he was fantastic then and he's fantastic then, and he's fantastic then and he's fantastic now. I have his autographed picture. And I saw him in person in 2009 and the New Jersey when they honored him.
A great fan Diane Costello.
Thanks for an excellent video. Yes, I did know about Frankie's challenges. I saw the play and the movie "Jersey Boys." This movie, directed by Clint Eastwood, is one of my all-time favorite films.
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I'm with him now, no one is ever going to hurt him,, he's old but is still handsome
Frankie Valli is # 1 and my favourite Singer. Hello Frankie !!
Yes I did 😢and I relate I lost my son Jason when he was 27 and I will never ever be the same 😢
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I know that Frankie had a friend that would have probably been one of the original Four Seasons had he not moved to Durham NC so his daughter could be treated at Duke Hospital for a difficult illness. His name was Bat, short for Bartholamew. He and his wife ran a little Iralian cafe near downtown that became a favorite of Duke students, and maybe the first Pizza place in town. Frankie would stop in to see Bat whenever he was in the area performing. Bat was a wonderful character and kept his guitar close by and may break out in song at any moment. As a high school student at the time it was one of our favorite places to eat and read the mountain of comic books that were always nearby. It was also the place Sonny Jurgenson had his first pizza. Bat's wife was Anna Maria, the name of the cafe, and a wonderful cook and precious person. We had it so great in the 50s/60s.
He’s a wonderful person with an iconic voice.
Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Frankie. Which of his songs appealed to you the most?
@@FactsVerse The greatest pop song in history: Rag Doll.
I didn’t know about his personal tragedies. But when you live to 90 that’s what happens that’s often downs and that’s normal. He’s a wonderful person and singer and I seen him for my birthday June 11, 2024. It was the best concert I’ve ever seen in my whole life, I feel so bad because I know he’s 90 .
You need to check your facts. Frankie Valli was the oldest of the boys. Youngest was Bobby. Second was Alex and oldest was Frankie. You can believe me I grew up as his next door neighbor in Steven Crane Village a housing project in North Newark NJ. Bobby is my age and I am 75.
Frankie is truly magic and charismatic. such a special man!
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Yes I have read about all of these issues on the Internet. And the band's as well as his solo music have always been great (regardless of whether it made the 100-Billboard).
Probably already said, but one of his hits you mentioned was “Let’s Hang On”, not “Let’s Hang Out”. 😬
The Four Seasons was one of the best multi decade rock groups around with so many hit records and others that should have been.
I still have a ticket stub to my very first live concert! 1969 … The Four Seasons at The Westbury Music Fair on Long Island, NY! What awesome show that was! 😎👍🏻
This group was&IS a personel fav of mine, seemingly Eternal! Jn
The song was called “Let’s Hang On”!! Not let’s hang out
You’re absolutely correct- “ Let’s hand on to what we got” The chorus was” hang on , hang on , hang on, to what we got “ do do do do ‘….. “
2nd Verse “ You say you’re gonna call it’s quits .. “
Second video Tim has done on Frankie Valli. In the first one he said one of Frankie's biggest hits was Let's Hang Out. He got called out on it a lot but then here we are AGAIN, same exact misinformation just a different video. You'd think he would have learned from the first one it was LETS HANG ON. Hey Tim, if you do another video on the Four Seasons, remember it's LETS HANG ON, not OUT, not NEAR, not CLOSE & not IN. Proves you don't even know who they are. 😅
@@kmr9347 that’s what happens when sone barely out of hits teens tries to make money by talking about something he knows ZERO about!
@@PR-BEACHBOY First video on the group he said Lets Hang Out and he got blasted for it. You'd think even if he didn't know who they were that there would have been a light bulb go off that he got it wrong the first time or this channels research is non-script. 😃
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I don’t think scolding Tim, on a one mistake of the Name of a Song, souls just be suggested; and placed in quotes with the Name of this Don , if you please? Thank you for being so generous to Tim 🧡
HIM AND THE FOUR SEASONS PLAYED IN VISALIA,CA. outdoor concert Plaza Park,he was talking to lady about her child and he was getting in to deep with the conversation he looked very uncomfortable so i walked up and said your limo is waiting on you Frank,they had a program with his picture in it,a little newspaper like thing.He signed the photo for me he was still hitting the high notes,i had an old girlfriend Named Sherry and i would sing that song by her bedroom window.Made her dad run me off.She is and was a beautiful girl..Never get over your first love.
The song "Fallen Angel" (covered by Frankie Valli in 1976) was used in the "Jersey Boys" musical as the "11 O'clock number" when Frankie learns of Francine's death.
Saw them in 1970. Yes I knew about his tragedies. He now performs in Las Vegas. Doesn't sing live anymore, but still entertaining.
It was horrible, yet knew of his troubles. It that what keeps him going to overcome
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Dawn…great song.
Yes I knew he should to date a dear friend of mine met him many times
Saw 9 times met❤❤❤❤❤
Frankie came to South Carolina in the late 70's and performed at Carowinds. He had a different woman every night. I know because they were my friends. He tried to come on to me. Once he had the girl he picked out, the rest of his band could have them. There was a lot of cocaine going around too. And Frankie had an eating disorder. But I have to admit he was one of the best looking guys I've ever seen and I have loved his music
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It seems the stepdaughter was not a very good housekeeper and probably wouldn't have found her keys anyway.
Yes I knew all of this
2:58 “Let’s Hang OUT?” WtF???
Yes. Most of these statements I have heard.
It sounds like he was a dog when it came down to women. Loved his music.
I also thought he had a mob connection. There was a movie that I thought was about his life. Did he have a mob connections? Did one of his partners in music bankrupt him with the mob?
“Let’s Hang Out??!!!!”
Let’s hang ON not Let’s hang out
Let’s hang on, not let’s hang out 😂
Let’s Hang On not Let’s Hang Out.
some of it
All you have to do is see “Jersey Boys” to know that “The Four Seasons” in general and Franky Valli in particular were affected by the NJ Mafia.
One of Frankie’s fellow Four Seasons members was a gambling addict. He was about to be killed by the mob when Valli promised to pay off that members debts to the mob.
That member was then fired from the group and Frankie then proceeded over time to pay off the gambling debt.
I lost respect for him when he had Joey Peeps whacked.
whatttt?
No
I bought all his albums ~ my favorite was “ Ragdoll” ~ because I was not pretty nor had a great body. I was “ athletic “ in my size. We. my sister and I sang along with his album’s including Sherry and
“Big Gil’s Don’t Cry “!
Frankie is a a marvelous singer ~ and loved his music throughout the 60’s.
My High school sweetheart as our sing was “ My Eyes Adored You “~ because he was a true gentleman to me all throughout the years we knew each other. My high school sweetheart, passed away, suddenly 2 years ago. I still play “ My Eyes Adored You” ~
and think of my my sweetheart! Thank you Frankie, for ever so special memories for me. Kindly. artchem 1