Jim Belushi Remembers a Cherished Early Hollywood Moment Involving His Late Brother John
Jim Belushi shared an intimate memory of the early days in Hollywood that involved his late brother, John Belushi, in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE. John was a celebrated comedian and musician, famously known for his performances on Saturday Night Live and in The Blues Brothers. He passed away in 1982 at the age of 33.
Early Careers and Rising Fame
At the age of 71, Jim reflected on a special phase while attending the Song Sung Blue premiere at AFI Fest in Los Angeles on October 26. He fondly recalled the excitement and passion during the time when he and John were starting their showbiz journeys.
John Belushi’s Breakthrough and Musical Success
John’s career began soaring in 1975 as one of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live. Alongside his co-star Dan Aykroyd, he developed iconic characters "Joliet" Jake Blues and Elwood Blues, forming the legendary blues and soul band known as The Blues Brothers.
- The Blues Brothers made their first appearance as a musical guest on SNL in April 1978.
- Later that year, after assembling a full band, they opened for Steve Martin during a residency at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles in September 1978.
“What I loved most was the energy and bond we shared as we were building our careers together,” Jim said about those early Hollywood days.
About the Interviewers
Erin Clack, a staff editor for PEOPLE, has an extensive background in writing about fashion, parenting, and pop culture over the past 15 years. Scott Huver, a PEOPLE reporter, brings more than two decades of experience covering entertainment, celebrity news, fashion, crime, and the Los Angeles area.
Summary: Jim Belushi fondly recalls sharing an energetic and formative start in Hollywood with his brother John, highlighting their rise to fame through iconic comedy and music collaborations.
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