Pearl really knew how to work her "magic"... so genuine, so natural. Andy is having the time of his life. I once read where her co-stars in any performance, never knew what she was gonna hit 'em with. She was so spontaneous and impromptu, giving them a joyous nervousness that they just laughed their way through. Pearl could take a scene to heights they hadn't imagined! She didn't need rehearsal...she was rehearsal's MAMA! Now that's what being a DIVA truly is!

how can anyone resist falling in love with these two and their genuine so natural talent...

Everyone loved Pearl Bailey. She was so magnificent, as was all of those women from that era, who possessed that natural warmth and down-home, folksy appeal that was reflected in everything they did whether it was show business or not. I miss them all.

Pure television paradise. I get such a kick out of the fun Pearl is having with Andy - trying to get him to "relax". You just fall in love with these two. And let's not forget this spectacular musical arrangement.

Everything about Pearl Bailey was star quality. I love how she engaged the crowd & those she performed alongside with jokes and commentary in between singing the lyrics

Perfect timing indeed. Pearlie Mae and Andy. Genuine class!

Anyone else think that Queen Latifah should play her in a bio-film?

I weep for the lack of fab entertainment like this today! Viva Andy Williams and his variety show magic! And Miss Pearlie, she's a gem indeed...thanks for sharing!

This made me smile so much

God I love this woman. I come and revisit this often. Andy, you're cool too.

Pearl & Andy in Basie-style swing. Tired of table dancing? Well, how about some chair sitting soft-shoe? Unforgettable! Thank you *very* much.

her hand movements are so graceful and effortless

Pearl is a genius! To listen to her singing to live performances is incredible!

she is sooo funny, and i love her voice.

I love this, thanks for posting, have always loved Andy Williams - never saw this one with him and Pearl Bailey, this is just adorable, two of the great singers, and this is real ENTERTAINMENT! We do not have things like this any more, just junk. All the greats are gone.

i love pearl

He trully was! I saw him many times live and im only 26.. He was a gentleman and very nice man.

Pearl...classy, elegant, gifted, and real downhome natural...all rolled in one. Miss her presence. No one's like that nowadays. Andy is just enjoying it all!

2:40 when Andy hits that note before he stands up, Pearl looks at him as if to say, "Man! Where did THAT come from?!"

She's literally the female version of Lou Raul so cool calm and collected relaxed at all times lol I love her. Rest well Queen

Yes!!! So simple to be simple! I loved this moment! Great artists they were!

One of the best pieces of showbiz I ever saw. I love these people. And they are as happy to be doing it as we are to watch it.

Ms Bailey is always incredibly smooth and breezy - so easy and delightful to listen to 🥰

They were so cool back then. Thanks for the upload.

i woud love to be in pearl's presence. she's a charming woman.

JUST A LITTLE! shes hilarious :} and so talented was a pleasure to watch

Pearl Bailey, Georgetown University, HON 1977, BA 1985.

This is a totally cute vid, thanks for sharing... IDK why but I think its so cute when Mr.Williams bites his finger at 2:16 haha, he's so cute!

I LOVE YOU PEARL!

Simply perfection at their best. Gosh I miss these talented people.

I wish i was born on their generation Ella, Pearly Dinah, Andy, DSB... sigh... =(

An absolute gem. Those days on tv are gone with the wind.

This is a classic performance! She was such an awesome singer!!!

Class, Pure Class..... They are Great Together.

PURE CLASS!!!! look at that dress on ms. pearl classy!!!!!! no one entertains with class anymore and the few who do, well good luck finding them. great era, the best!!!

Pearl Bailey was a type of person that took a song and made it her own.

I just love this. Brings back so many memories.

Pearl Bailey was sooo good to watch..so much fun..so much talent... This clip with Andy Williams shows a bit o her immense talent and wit. As well as his.... A precious post. Tks.

Charming! What a lovely soul Pearl was.

I must say...I'm a singer but I wish I could go back to these days when it seemed they had more fun, more creative freedom AND they didn't take themselves SO seriously. Everything seemed like a wonderful Jam session.

Personality=Plus Pearlie Mae!

She seems to be very lovely and smart. Sydney Poitier of black Singers with so much pride and integrity.

THIS IS FANTASTIC!!! Thank You!

Pearl Bailey is always a treat! I love her! RIP

There was more talent in Pearlie Mae's finger nail clipping than there is in all of showbiz today.

How can you not love these two? Pearl is has a lot of character & personality. I miss this woman!

Just look at Queen Latifah, there 's class in that Lady!

Pearl has real class, just amazing.

she had a very deep voice and master in gowling- she is so funny and brilliant in acting while singing

Class...class...class

Classy singing by classy people. Modern performers take note...

joy...from a lot of hard work.

Pearl Bailey was one of a kind. Those were great days. Thanks for posting this. Really enjoyed it.

Whew! What a great combo! Pearl has a very strong voice and with Andy´s soft voice they match perfectly in this song =) Thank you for another high-quality video! ADded to favourites :) Thanks again!

Pearl Bailey was predictably outrageous and just wonderful.

god i LOVE Pearl Bailey, she just makes me smile...

I love this..

Andy Williams was a 💓 cutie

the pure joy :) i watch this every now and then when ive had a bad day

i really love this pearl was great

Simply wonderful!!!

i'm impressed with andy able to keep up with pearl and her genius.

I Love It! I Love It! Thank you for posting.

Thanks for the smile. What a delight. An absolute delight!

I always liked Pearl Bailey

I absolutely love this!!

Perfect Duet Live From The 60s

this is my absolute favorite version of this song. i'm so happy i found this.

I absolutely love this omg andy was always my favorite and this song is so amazing + that dress pearl has is just gorgeous I want it lol

BEAUTIFUL ❤

this is one of the most amazing videos in the world.

"Oh, we are workin' for the money, aren't we?!" Class and sass. Thank you.

She has such a brash, sassy style--perfect blend with the smooth crooner, Andy Williams! I agree with Sumitra--very wonderful teaming here!

Pearl is so funny but man they are fantastic together

2 of my favorite entertainers, and my very favorite clip. They are so at ease here. I'm so glad I get to watch this over and over! Thanks for posting!!

Pearl was so classy and sassy.

I know the name of Pearl's mother. Mother of Pearl.

go Pearl

Thanks SO much for posting this. Happy memories - great to see them both looking fab and having such a good time ;o)

my mom and i saw her at the lakewood center(calif) may company in 1972 talking about her book'pearl's kitchen'....

Surely a class act!

Talent galore!

Pearl is hilarious

No joke. Pearl Bailey did the "Hattie McDaniel role" well.

Class and talent at its finest !

Andy was fine but Pearl Bailey makes everyone look good. She had so many gifts and used them so well. Sorry if name icon comes up 2x. Some sort of computer glitch.

joy

I never thought so way back when, but now, looking at this, I do.

"Perfection"

awesome.

Love this!!

QUE DELÍCIA DE VÍDEO MARAVILHOSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BEIJOS ADRIANA CYRINO DE MELLO RISAU RIBEIRÃO PRETO SÃO PAULO BRASIL SALAM AL RAB

This sort of interaction really brings the music to life

Perfection.

I get it now why Stars clamored to work with Pearlie Mae: She was so good, she made them look even better!

Pearlie Mae = personality plus in spades!

Beautiful.

How I love that woman!

A real gem thank you for posting :)C

Come on you You Tube lovers I would like to see more viewers to this vidieo