Jim Belushi Reflects on His Brother John's "Blues Brothers" Journey
Jim Belushi recently shared a cherished memory from his early Hollywood career, focusing on his late brother, John Belushi, and one of his iconic roles.
John became a standout comedian as part of the original 1975 “Saturday Night Live” cast. Alongside co-star Dan Aykroyd, he created The Blues Brothers, a project that evolved from a comedy sketch into a legitimate blues and soul band.
The Blues Brothers made their debut as musical guests on “SNL” in April 1978 and quickly expanded, performing as a full band. By September, they were opening for Steve Martin during his shows at the Universal Amphitheater in Los Angeles.
“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,” Jim, 71, said at the AFI Fest premiere of his film Song Sung Blue. “And John was so, so magnificent. I loved that moment, to see my brother just hit the top of his chart.”
Sadly, John passed away on March 5, 1982, from a suspected drug overdose. After his death, Jim stepped into the role of Zee Blues at Dan Aykroyd’s request, continuing the legacy alongside Aykroyd’s Elwood.
Author's summary: Jim Belushi fondly recalls watching his brother John thrive as a Blues Brother, a role that left a lasting impact before John's untimely passing.
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