Don Rickles outlived all of his contemporaries making it to 90 yrs old. He performs his act right up to the very end. He was before my time and I discovered him thanks to RU-vid a couple of yrs before his death. Since then I have watched many of his acts on RU-vid and laugh every time.
I’ve been USING Don Rickles from ALL his appearances on RU-vid now for about 2 years as my THERAPY.....I’ve watched 100’s of his appearances...he ALWAYS brings me to tears...I feel elated with humor and love after watching him ...RIP Mr Rickles
It’s kind of funny when we watch or hear something that brings back fond memories, we say ah the world was a better place. We choose to forget all the terrible things that were going on at the time. That’s why we had TV shows to help us forget and I guess it works.
When I have a bad day I just get back here to watch Rickles and Carson telling stories and cracking jokes at each other. I could hear this guys all day long.
I´ve seen pretty much all of the material here on RU-vid with Don Rickles and this must be one of his very best performances with Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon.Thanks for the upload-these men are Legends in my book.
This is priceless comedy money can't buy. Don Rickles was a class act comedian and Johnny Carson was hilarious also. It was a good time in life and I am blessed that I lived it.
I have also seen most of the Rickles on Carson videos. I'm just amazed at how sharp and funny Rickles is. The man was a comic genius. I also didn't know Carson could be so funny. Him and Rickles were an unofficial comedy team.
OMG DON RICKLES IS THE BEST!! THERE WILL NEVER BE ANYONE ELSE LIKE HIM!! I WAS BELLY LAUGHING TONIGHT I HAVEN'T LAUGHED LIKE THAT SINCE I WAS A KID!! GOD BLESS HIM!!
Don Rickles, We were so blessed to have an opportunity to follow his wonderful career. How could anyone not appreciate his talents. Miss Johnnie, and Don, so much.
This is REAL comfort food for the soul! As a kid living in Lancaster, PA the news came on at 11 pm. Then at 11:30 The Tonight Show. Of course, I needed to get to bed, but I always remember sneaking a few minutes with Johnny Carson. Fond memories. But kudos to all who have commented. As I watch this, tears are running down my face. So DAMN funny! True comedy genius. I doubt that there will ever be another Johnny Carson.
I'd have to agree and say like other comments have pointed out; this is one of his best performances R.I.P Legend, we will all miss him so so much. I don't think there will ever be anyone even close to similar to Don Rickles. He was so special and had such a way with people and comedy. He was so quick, witty, creative and funny no matter if it didn't make sense or if it was somewhat true and harsh. 1926-2017
My favorite part is right at the end when Jhonny congratulates Don and calls his appearance as "hot". What a great feeling must it have been to be praised by Carson himself.
Johnny got Rickles so good with the "why?...did they think were you dead?" comment....Rickles had no comeback, he was speechless....Ive never seen that before, with Rickles, ever....Johnny always let the guest shine, but he could give as good as he got.....
One thing about so many greats from that generation is that they all served in the military for WWII. They have an edge and character that just can't be replicated today.
Don Rickels lived through my times n i have watched him then n i watch him now through the Re-Runs n still laughs at his jokes. There will never ever b another Comedian like him. Thanks Don for your great humor. RIP
I watch it again in 2019 and I´m actually angry. Angry that this is the past that won´t come back. Angry that I didn´t enjoy these shows enough while I could. Angry that there is nothing today that comes even a little bit close to this kind of entertainment or characters or class in general in this world of ours.
Watching in 2020, seems like yesterday I was a kid watching these episodes. God Bless them. This is class for all the folks who don't know much about these guys. I give anything to see a tonight show with this much class, God just give us one.
I loved Don Rickles since I was a kid. We, along with our parents would laugh and laugh, when he was on Dean Martins roasts! He laughed hardy, at other comics jokes. Lol. He lived to be in his 90's, God rest him! He and Rodney Dangerfield were the best! Johnny always let his guest take the stage. Class acts. 🙏💖😄
