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Jerry Orbach's Surprise Lumiere Singing Moment
21 Oct
Summary
- Angie Harmon shared a joy-filled memory of Orbach singing as Lumiere.
- Orbach recalled a child's delight when he voiced his animated character.
- Orbach pursued serious film acting but found success in musicals.
Angie Harmon shared a cherished memory of working with Jerry Orbach on Law & Order, recalling the surprise and joy when he spontaneously sang as Lumiere, his iconic Disney character. Harmon, who played Abbie Carmichael, expressed her delight at hearing Orbach, who voiced the candelabra in Beauty and the Beast, perform the character's lines.
Orbach himself, in a 1996 interview, detailed a touching encounter with a young fan and his mother. When asked to say a line as Lumiere, the child's astonished reaction highlighted the magical connection Orbach had with his audience. He found immense pleasure in these unexpected moments.
Born in the Bronx, Orbach's early aspirations leaned towards serious film acting, inspired by Hollywood legends. However, his vocal talents led him to a successful career in musical theater, earning him a Tony Award in 1969 for Promises, Promises, alongside other Broadway triumphs.
