October 2005 |
Hi Deana: My first question is when are you coming to Toronto? I just went to see your brother Ricci and both my wife and myself really enjoyed it. He was so great and signed anything we wanted. We also got a few pictures of him and us. I’m a huge fan of you and your dad too. Where can I get a copy of any CDs or movies you have out, and how can I get an autograph of yours. We look forward to hearing from you soon. All the best.
We really loved your dad!!
Dear Deeeeeeena: As you can
tell, I’ve read your book! My question is not really a
question, rather a note to let you know how our life has been
touched. My father, Olen, also a very handsome man with big,
handsome hands passed away at Christmas in 2002. My heart aches
and I cry almost daily. Our son Nate who is 14 has listened to
Dean Martin with my mom and dad since infancy. They were very
close. When my father died he had very little to leave us but
he left his Dean Martin CD's to our son and I got his drivers
license which I would not take a million dollars for. There are
no words to express the emotions as we watch our Dean Martin
shows, the roasts and listen to his music. In the 5th grade Nate
had to write a paper about a famous Ohioan. Most kids chose famous
athletes or hip-hop singers or astronauts. Nate chose Dean Martin.
His teacher said Nate you need to work on your report. He said, "I
already know it all". She said well then maybe you'd like
to study his music, he said I know it all. She said then perhaps
you'd like to sing a song - he stood up and sang "standing
on the corner" and asked if she'd like another? He continued
to sing "Houston" and told of the coke bottle and the
knife tapping on it making the unique sound and he finished with "Volare".
It was a day to behold! He listens to his CD player as loud as
he can - not with AC/DC or Led Zeppelin but Dean Martin. For
his 16th birthday, I am having a Dean Martin party - complete
with music, golf clubs and most importantly a Dean Martin impersonator
with a pinky ring! Charles & Julie
Hello Deana, Can you give
me the next date of the Dean Martin festival in Steubenville,
in June 06? My sister Natalie and I would like to come for the
festival in Ohio. Kisses from
France.
Hi Deana, I just recently bought a best of celebrity roasts with Dean - there is one for Michael Landon and when Guy Marks comes on as a producer, it just makes me laugh so hard! I really enjoy it. Do you know what he is saying in Italian that makes Dean laugh so hard? (It’s about no towels in the men’s room) Donna Dear Deana, About 5 years ago I started taking voice lessons. I started a little late, as I am now 49. My teacher was teaching me the classical way and I was doing fine even though it was all in Italian and I didn't understand a word. At work we have a chorale and we perform twice a year for the employees and anyone who wants to listen and it's free. We just love to sing. We can do solos and this past June I performed "Ain't That A Kick In The Head". I bought a Dean Martin songbook and I love this type of music. I have some CD's and they are great. The question I have is I am looking for sheet music and can't seem to find anything other than the songbook I already have. Can you please help me? If you could point me in the right direction I’d be grateful. I am specifically looking for "I’d Cry Like A Baby" and "Under The Bridges Of Paris" Sincerely,
Hi Deana! I have numerous books, movies and biographies on your father. The only thing to complete my collection would be some home movies of your father. I’m sure all Dean Martin fans would love to see them! Cindy Hello Deana, I grew up watching your dad on TV and especially loved his variety show from beginning to end no matter who the guests might be. He was the best. How can I get copies of those shows from beginning to end, not just pieces; or are the tapes of his shows already out there authentic and complete of his parts on the shows. I’d love for my daughter to see these, as did I. She already loves his music, and we both always will. Sincerely, Deana, Are there any plans to release all seasons of the Dean Martin show on DVD in their entirety? I have a couple of the Dean Martin show DVDs but the edited "best of" format leaves a lot to be desired. Thanks! Hi Deana, My name is
Kylie and I am 15 and live in Australia and I been a big fan
of Deans all my life. Dad used to play Brahms Lullaby when I
was a baby and I want to thank you for sending me the wonderful
get well card from the Festival and Tina was so wonderful to
ask you. I love to write to my friends Kimmy, Tina, Susan, Arlene
and other Dinopallies about Dean. Great big hugs
and kisses
Deana, Were once engaged to a singer from who was born in Texas. He had little success in the us but moved to the U.K. in the early 60s and had 5 top 10 hits there 1964/65 - 2 of them from a famous stage musical (later filmed). What is his name? It's for a trivia quiz. I hope it's not an intrusion. Thank you! Hello Deana, When is the Dean Martin day next year so I can book my holiday? Margaretlena
Dear Deana, I enjoyed your
book very much; I put the picture of you and I that we took back
in February in Miami in it. I recently read Lee Hale's book,
behind the scenes at the Dean Martin show, and I must say that
it explains the variety show DVD's. How come the DVD's contains
clips of shows and not complete shows? Also, are there any plans
to release any more live albums by Dean? I bought the 30 hits
album with the lake Tahoe concert, but this edition also is not
the complete show. Any plans to release more? With love, Hi Deana, Question: who sang on the advert with your dad for Tropicana orange juice? The song is how do you like your eggs in the morning Tracy Bowen
Dear Deana, Could you please please send me a photo of you? Please. You are so so wonderful. Beautiful, exciting and as I can see it, very very talented. Wishing you much much success in all you do. Thank you very
much.
Hi Deana, I just wanted to say how much I still enjoy your father’s music and movies. I just want to know what part of Italy is your father’s family from. I hope all your family is doing well. Sincerely,
Hi Deana; It was a pleasure to meet you and your husband during the festival. At the high school, I forgot to ask two questions I always wanted to ask. 1, do you have any anecdotes from the time your dad did airport? That was my favorite movie. Second, why aren't some more of his movies released? Such as "Who's been sleeping in my bed?" being a fan of your dad's I can tell you that now is the time to release more of his work; we don't know if the younger generation would enjoy it as much. My son Jordan had a ball at the festival as well. Thanks for the picture he got taken with your husband and with Dennis Farina. Mauricio
Deana, I enjoyed this year's festival so much I am putting together a motor coach tour for next year. Could you please let me know what the dates are for 2006? Cordially,
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