Jim Belushi Reflects on Watching John Belushi in ‘Blues Brothers’
Jim Belushi recently shared a cherished memory from his early Hollywood days, focusing on his late brother John Belushi's rise in the iconic role of the Blues Brothers. John was one of the standout talents from the original 1975 cast of Saturday Night Live (SNL), where he and co-star Dan Aykroyd created The Blues Brothers act.
The Birth and Rise of The Blues Brothers
The Blues Brothers first appeared as musical guests on SNL in April 1978. They quickly evolved from a comedy sketch into a full blues and soul music band.
- By September 1978, The Blues Brothers were opening for Steve Martin at the Universal Amphitheater in Los Angeles.
- Jim fondly remembers attending one of these shows and witnessing his brother’s powerful performance.
“I’ll tell you what I loved: I loved going to the Universal Amphitheater when they came to LA and they opened for Steve Martin. And John was so, so magnificent. I loved that moment, to see my brother just hit the top of his chart.” – Jim Belushi
After John Belushi’s Passing
John Belushi died on March 5, 1982, from a suspected drug overdose, two years after these memorable performances. Following his brother’s death, Jim stepped into the role of Zee Blues at Dan Aykroyd’s request, continuing the legacy alongside Aykroyd’s character, Elwood.
Legacy of The Blues Brothers
The Blues Brothers remain a symbol of John Belushi’s comedic and musical talent, and Jim’s memories highlight the impact his brother had both on and off stage.
Author’s summary: Jim Belushi recalls the pride and joy of seeing his brother John shine as a Blues Brothers star, a role he later honored by stepping into after John’s untimely passing.
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