Tony Orlando – The Iraq War to Michael Jackson Episode #8
November 8, 2009 by Steven Diamond
Filed under "Steven Diamond Live!", Podcasts
No entertainer can move and excite an audience like Tony Orlando. One of America’s most endearing and enduring stars, Tony and America recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of his hit recording of Tie A Yellow Ribbon ‘Round The Ole Oak Tree. Tony and I will be discussing his recent trip to Iraq, what he saw and the lessons he learned from OUR troupes there now fighting for OUR freedom. He also speaks about his friendship with Michael Jackson having known him personally since Michael was 10 years old.
Tony Orlando
Grammy Nominated / 2 time People Choice award winning guest today has played to packed arenas and even for five US Presidents. His universal appeal has bridged many a generation gap. Tony was one of the first entertainers to be featured as a subject of VH1′s Behind the Music . The episode continues to be aired and received one of the network’s highest ratings for the series. He has a star on the Hollywood walk of fame.
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Tony, Thank you from the bottom of my heart for such an amazing and honest conversation! There are lessons for us all in this broadcast.
Much love brother,
Steven D.