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On the day he turned thirty, John starred in America's number-one movie ("Animal House"), starred in the number-one late-night show ("Saturday Nigh... read full description

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Jun 27, 2009
Jim rated it: 5 of 5 stars
I first noticed John Belushi when I was about 15 years old. I was watching Saturday Night Live and the Star Trek parody with John as Captain Kirk came on, and Belushi nailed the impersonation and it was so funny it made me choke on the ham sandwich I was eating. After that Saturday Night Live (it wasn’t SNL yet) became something to watch and John’s performances were stand out from the killer bees, the samurai, the diner cheeezborger cook, all were skits I wanted to see. When John went onto movie More...
Jan 18, 2012
janet is currently reading it
After reading Judy Belushi's book "Samurai Widow" I couldn't resist following up with this book, especially since I found a copy used on Amazon for $5.00! This will take awhile since I'm currently reading a couple of other books, but the format of this book lends itself to skipping around at my leisure. Also, the photos are great to look at!
Nov 10, 2010
Kevin rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Finally someone tells his story correctly. Like sitting in a room and listening to his loved ones describe the great comedian.
Apr 20, 2011
Tamara rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Excellent book written by his wife, after reading this i felt like I knew John Belsuhi!
Nov 24, 2008
Alfonso rated it: 5 of 5 stars
the guy was pure genius. original. crazy as fuck too...everybody gets in a story about the guy...what more could you ask for.
Mar 16, 2010
Sara rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Best Belushi biography out there. Tons of great photos and stories. It really gives you a feel for who he was, and what he was like as a person, not just a genius performer.
Feb 28, 2008
Evett rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This book sat on my self for two years. I got it as a Christmas present and never picked it up because Belushi was before my time. But the layout of the pages, a slew of people from John's life, recounting who he was, what he did, where he started and how he'll be remembered, was the best way to get me to feel like I wanted to know him. Truly a tragic story to a man with so much talent.
Aug 19, 2009
Cara rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This book really made me appreciate the art of biographies. Before reading it, I had no idea who John Belushi was (which is hard enough to believe), but I was soon attached to his story. I love this book.
Mar 07, 2008
Bryan rated it: 5 of 5 stars
A fantastic look at a comedy genius!!! Forget what you have read in the past, this is from the people that were there and I LOVE the style of writing!

Aug 19, 2010
Sarah rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Much better than the Woodward book, "Wired." This book focuses on his legacy and less on the tabloid details of his last days. Excellent book for any fan!
Sep 12, 2007
Jason rated it: 4 of 5 stars
John was the man. such a good heart and generous spirit. shame he went so soon
Nov 05, 2007
Susan rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I love me an oral history.
Mar 01, 2008
Ian added it
Recommended.
Feb 07, 2012
Shaun marked it as to-read
Feb 05, 2012
J. rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Feb 03, 2012
Diana marked it as to-read
Feb 02, 2012
Jeff rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jan 30, 2012
Kade rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Jan 28, 2012
Jon marked it as to-read
Jan 14, 2012
Miss rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jan 12, 2012
Alan rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jan 06, 2012
Daniel rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jan 03, 2012
Chris rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Dec 21, 2011
Bret marked it as to-read
Nov 20, 2011
Brian marked it as to-read
Nov 06, 2011
Rob rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Oct 27, 2011
Sarah rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Sep 20, 2011
David marked it as to-read
Sep 15, 2011
Terry rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Jan 28, 2012
Michelle rated it: 5 of 5 stars