Not only did Louie get the official Carson nod and affirmative smile, he called Louie back out for another bow, then got up from the desk walked over and gave him a handshake. Career made.
I was watching Seth Meyers and some other clown only interviewing black people about there experiences with police 'cause of the riots (that they are calling protests for some reason while at the same time ignoring the peaceful protesters). I could tell stories about my experiences but that wouldn't make headline news even though it wasn't pretty (to put it politely).
@ Alex : But Johnny didn't invite Louie over to the desk, which is what Johnny would traditionally do if he liked a comedian -- and that surprised me, because Louie's performance that night was very funny. If anyone deserved a "c'mon over", it was Louie.
@@Milesco Many great comedians did not get a wave over to sit down - even Seinfeld had two appearances before he got to sit with Johnny. Mostly this is about programming and show timing among many other considerations. The fact he called Louie back out for an extra bow and reached for a handshake is most unusual - and cannot go unnoticed as an extra sign of respect.
@@AlexZafer : _"Even Seinfeld had two appearances before he got to sit with Johnny."_ Really? I didn't know that. I had always assumed he got waved over on his first appearance. Good point about show timing -- I hadn't considered that.
So glad you were recognized for the massive talent that you were. Will never forget seeing you at The Stress Factory on my birthday with my older brother . I yelled out "We love you Louie”, and you said back “Man, that feels good to hear." RIP Legend.
That's awesome. That reminds me, we saw Norm McDonald and I couldn't contain myself as he walked by us, I blurted out "It's great to see you Norm!", he stopped, turned and in a genuine voice told my wife and I "It's good to see you too, man". Good memories. R.I.P. to the both of them. :(
Nobody was better than Johnny Carson. Many have tried but he will always be the King of Late Night. Louie Anderson got his nod from the best and he was hilarious too. R.I.P Louie.
@@TasteMyStinkholeAndLikeIt Uh, they don't know if he's going to bomb or not, that makes everyone uneasy, they could see; '' hell no he's good'' : ) And that's why the f ....
johnny understood that people wanted comforting entertainment at the end of the day. look at the ratings for the late night guys, someone like Greg Gutfield is capable of competing /beating them at there own game with but a portion of the machine is very telling. Network TV for the most part is a preachy child empowering mess, that is why the viewers are leaving in droves.
Celebrity deaths usually don't bother me but man this one is hitting home for some reason. Something about him and his style, especially his role in Baskets. I keep telling people what an awesome job he did in that and that you could really feel the pain and disappointment the "Mom" was, really sad, really bummed. Rest In Peace Louie, a fan for life.
My sister went to Ames elementary school in St. Paul, Minnesota with Louie. He was a nice kid. Although, she told me she thought his life was difficult as a child. Glad he succeeded.
@@wzpu3283 He always had that ability to do callbacks and keep several balls in the air. Perfect timing when he's talking about his brother and him at the breakfast table and throws in his dad cocking the gun. "Is he home?" Beautiful.
I met him years ago after a gig in boise. My favorite stand up comedian. Never a swear word. One of the kindest human beings I've ever met. Such a quick sharp witt. Godspeed louie
@@stevepipenger4651 -So true. I remember when I was a kid, he’d tell a joke about how big a Big Gulp was at 7-11... he called it a bucket of soda. That still makes me laugh to this day.
"I can't stay long, I'm in between meals, so bear with me..." Louie Anderson killed it from the start. He poked fun at himself and he kept it real without having to make up a bunch of stuff, his life was his source of humor. We will miss you Louie and your charming stories. RIP!
Carson could make or break someone. When he laughed that really big guffaw when Louie talked about sweating and not exploding, Carson called him out to take another bow, and then shook his hand. You didn't have to be a genius to know that catapulted his career head at least 5 years.
@@stevepipenger4651 When Johnny invited you over to sit next to him after your routine, you knew you'd made it. A few like Jim Carrey, Drew Carey, Jerry Seinfeld, Richard Pryor made that leap into "overnight success".
Heartbroken....What a legend. Few made Carson laugh like this, and he got a handshake which made so many careers back then. A massive sign of respect, and just shows how great Louie was.
Not only Carson but I think the band was laughing out loud at his jokes as well of course the audience. I remember seeing this on tv and he was funny funny funny...And I LOVED him on Baskets..
I don't think us younger folk appreciate Carson's starmaking power. He calls you over after your set, you've made it. Drew Carey's set, Johnny called him over and he was startled like "what? me?"
@@aresef I saw the Drew Carey first appearance and I have to be honest, I was surprised he got called over...And he turned out to be funnier than that 1st appearance on Carson in later years. Louis should have been called over for sure...Just my opinion
Anderson came right out of the gate swinging,...and in calm repose.......this was brilliance in action.....The laughter from Carson at 2:18 was a testament to that.
Geee Wzzz - A lot of it’s in the delivery, but a his lines were so funny. These guys practice for hours in front of a mirror, or in front of friends, to improve their presentation. His self depreciating humor rivals Rodney Dangerfield’s. “They keep pushing me back into the ocean” and the “bear hides their food in the trees,” got me the most. 😂🤣😂🤣
judyxo NONE of the current night time talk show hosts are worth watching, not even when drunk, just utter garbage pushing the political agenda of their billionaire owners..... eff them.
@MW-jm8qb 3:46 He grew up in Minneapolis. This Clip made me go to Wikipedia for his bio. He had kinda sad childhood his dad was a violent alcoholic They say lots of comics have much sadness. I loved his cartoon on Saturday morns.. My cousin grew up in Welcome, MN and my parents in NW Iowa
Growing up with Louie Anderson hysterically relating to his jokes about his family, especially his mom. I had the pleasure of seeing him in person, I laughed until it hurts. Thank you for the laughs Mr. Anderson, rest well.
I got to see him at the State Fair in Phoenix one year & the stories about his mom were so funny! I remember one about a toaster not working and she said the cord was worth .25! Sad he's gone. We loved you, Louie! RIP
Whenever I’m having a tough day, I come back to this video. You were an inspiration Louie. Kind, funny, self-deprecating, caring, wholesome. A true once in a lifetime and talent. Rest In Peace. ❤️
Hi bill, I know you remember me. My name is John mantovani. Kent played you and I against each other for years. I'm glad you're still going. So am I. God bless you
Yes, a helpful enjoyable reminder that we, pleasant, humerous people do exist, and like seeks like. Plus didn't he enjoy himself, seeing his hard work coming to bear.A pleasure to watch. Thank you always Louie Anderson.
and he looks back then like most Americans are today. Very overweight/obese. Back then in CA you would rarely see an overweight person. So those jokes might not go over as well today as back then. Or he would be called out by a Karen.
In the 80's I believe, we watched Louis in Las Vegas with our 8 year old kid and there were several other kids in the audience. NO SWEARing and even they understood the jokes. Louis is super funny and clean. This is called TALENT.
@@kalicat9492 Also, working "clean" doesn't mean you have talent, and working "blue" doesn't mean you lack talent. But that's not to put down Louis Anderson -- he was brilliant at stand-up, and so was Bob Saget.
@@theHardyMonster1984 Well, as he pointed out, you apparently can do okay if you pick the right entertainment. Cirque de soleil was always kid-friendly but a great show for adults. Plenty of magicians. Just don't go to the midnight show where the lady helpers are topless.
Back in those days, Johnny was a king-maker. It was not that easy to get Johnny to like you that much on the first time out there. Louie is special, as a 40-year career would show..
Johnny Carson was one of a kind. He was the master of “generous humor”- he was genuinely funny, not corny or slapstick. And he became the launchpad for many VERY talented, funny comedians.
Louie is a treasure. He is the 10th out of 11 children. I think his whole life has been a giant standup set in which chairs and cameras were occasionally placed in front of him.
I can't believe Louie passed away today. I discovered this about two years ago and I still laugh out loud. This was brilliant!! Louie Anderson was one of my favorites, RIP Louie
I wonder if being a comedian makes you not want to let people know how sick you are cause hearing that him and Norm both had been sick for a while was surprising.
@@raysravens52 It may seem that way, but I think it's just a matter of privacy. It's quite common for people -- celebrities and "normal" people alike -- not to want everyone to know their personal business, including (perhaps especially) what kind of health problems they have. David Bowie also died "suddenly" (in the sense that almost no one knew of his cancer until he died). And of course Bowie was a musician, not a comedian, so I think it's just a privacy issue, not a "comedian" issue.
@@raysravens52 It's harder to get laughs if people know you are sick. Not saying anything sure beats telling the world and then you don't perform after that. Or you just wonder if the response is just pity.
It's around 6:23 when you can hear Johnny laughing hysterically off-camera--and you know this guy's career path is immediately changed forever. God love him. Just hilarious. He has that great Jack Benny deadpan that lands every single joke. And it's fun to watch his face as he realizes he is KILLING IT on THE TONIGHT SHOW. RIP, Louie.
I feel the same way. I was 12 when he retired. I started watching him late at night when I was 10. I had started having insomnia. I had a tele in my room. My dad never knew. It reminds me of really good times.
Should add that Mitch Hedberg and Nick Swardsen were also from St. Paul. Louie was from Johnson HS, Mitch from Harding, and Nick from Central. It's a funny place.
No matter where you've been over the last few hours, the news of Louie's loss comes right out of the blue. Thanks, Louie, for all of the laughs you gave us even during these most difficult times. We'll miss you.
"right out of the blue" ? Are you kidding? lol Morbid obesity and life-time of 'yo-yo dieting' , I mean the poor guy was a massive hog. He was lucky to have lasted as long as he did.
I was watching this live when it aired. Since Louie was actually the final guest of the night, Carson didn't have time to sit him down. So, he gave him another bow. Which I honestly don't recall seeing before or since.
1:55 Four worded joke that cracked me up..."Broad jump, killed her". Carson probably made Louie Anderson's career by asking him to come back out and take a bow. Carson made a lot of comedians's careers.
I don't think Johnny asking Louie to come back out for a bow made his career. Louie made his career with a great set on the Tonight Show. The audience kept clapping, so Johnny called him back out for a well deserved bow. And I'm sure Johnny helped his career along, just by talking about him to his friends. Johnny's friends were people in the industry who trusted his opinion. To hear him rave about a new comic on the show had to pique their interest, I'm sure. Of course, that extra bow didn't hurt any. It was rare for that to happen, as well as Johnny reaching out to shake his hand.
1:55 Four worded joke that cracked me up..."Broad jump, killed her". Carson probably made Louie Anderson's career by asking him to come back out and take a bow. Carson made a lot of comedians's careers.
@@bendoinamsao6335 Gosh I really appreciated your comment because you are spot-on! Even though Johnny is deceased people need to understand that he has given a lot of celebrities the open door for fame... I'm sure they all have personally giving him that recognition but I would sure love to know or wonder if there is a video out there of all the people out there that he has touched and made famous! I betcha, its quite a few! Okay take care and have a great day!
The cartoon series was a few years before my time, but my dad had recorded the Christmas episode on tape and in my household it was considered a Christmas classic.
I saw Louie live on March 24, 2017 (his birthday and mine!) and it was such a great show. The whole audience laughed the entire time and it was family friendly.
We saw Louie perform in San Diego at the Comedy Club the weekend before this appearance on the Tonight Show. We made a point to stay up and watch him because he was excellent and we just knew he would be a success.
Nah, it's not that general. Each comedians has a different style. Some have long stories and others do quick fire. Then there's everything in between. Louie was hilarious in this.
Louie is a good example I saw one of his shows list year and he is still funny. (2019) He did not use the "F" word once or insult or humiliate anyone. He must not be a democrat. He was just funny.
I was just about to comment “we need to protect Louie” and then I saw all of the “RIP” comments and I cried... I remember seeing him when he came to Texas back in 1993 it was an amazing show... the man was the more wholesome person on the planet.
RIP Louie. 4 Decades is nothing to sneeze at for someone who can literally do his whole show on one joke about himself and keep it funny the whole time.
I've seen Louie several times in Vegas at the Excalibur. He just picks on the audience and ad libs the whole thing and it is hilarious. The man is very talented. We always have a wonderful time. The last time he had warm baked cookies delivered to all the audience.
1. Carson wasn't a 'fellow' comedian... he was a talk show host. 2. Carson was a massive, collossal, world class ay whole away from his show. He didn't give a shyt about 'rooting for' anyone. He was incredibly dismissive and rude to his comedian guests if they weren't in his inner circle of acceptabilty
@@TasteMyStinkholeAndLikeIt I have to respectfully disagree. He absolutely was a comedian. And when he wasn't on the show, he liked his privacy. Like many in show business, when he was "off" he wanted to stay "off" and sometimes people would not respect that. I think it's fair to say, just about everyone on occasion, would be guilty of being a annoyed & angry about that, if that happened to them on a regular basis. Regular people have NO IDEA what that is really like. Some stars, obviously, handle it better than others.
@@joeygonzo They disagree about what... that Carson was an abusive alcoholic married 4x, had kids he disowned and disavowed, among other things. When people are scumbags in their private life, they shouldn't be obscenely rewarded in their public life. Plenty of other public figures took a fall because of their private life... Michael Vick and his dog fighting ring, whers the losing dogs were drowned or strangled to death. People that are despicable ayholes need to pay a price. Unfortunately this stupid bastard got away with his vile behavior. Aywhole should have been relegated to a janitorial job and stayed single.
Every comedian who made their first appearance on The Tonight Show and got a thumbs up from Johnny has said it was one of the major highlights of their career. The Great Carsoni 💓
This was great! I grew up watching 'Life with Louie' on Saturday mornings, so hearing of his passing hit me in a way that was unexpected. Of course, it also gave me a reason to revisit some of Louie's hilarious stand-up routines, as well. RIP, Mr. Anderson, and thanks for the laughs.
I heard an interview with Louie he said that day he was going to be on the Carson show he received a call from AM/PM Minimart where he had applied for a job they offered him the job and he said he couldn’t take it because he was going to be on the Tonight Show that night the guy on the other end of the phone laughed at him and Louie said really watch tonight .....it’s cool to see how fast life can change sometimes.
Ya that’s interesting. I wonder how much harder now days it would be to actually accomplish something like that. Now days you have to go through an agent, many staff, to do something like that. Thanks for that info buddy, again, very interesting. God bless you my friend.
What a moment for Louie that was. I always loved his bit about his older brother scaring him with stories of a monster in the pond near their house, which he said bothered him until "I got a little older. And a little wiser. And a little brother." Love it. What a talent. He'll be sorely, sorely missed.
@SirVic42 Your absolutely right. When Mr Carson either brings you over to the couch OR tells you to come out for a bow and shakes your hand it's a major compliment and complete recognition. You pretty well got it made from here on wards.
What would be the reason for deciding upon one or the other option? Time issues with the show? I remember Drew Carey´s set being as funny as Louie's, but Drew went to the couch and Louie didn´t.
There has never been a talk show host like Johnny Carson.He had a fantastic sense of humor and he was a wonderful interviewer. He was always respectful and allowed people to talk without interrupting. So many celebrities sat in that chair near his desk. There will never be another you, Johnny Carson.
He was also great with ordinary people who were not stars: spelling bee winners, bird call contestants, teachers. He had a way of making them feel at ease and be themselves.
Seeing this for the first time. I can't believe how methodical and relaxed he was. First time on national television, Carson could make you or destroy you. Everything riding on the next few minutes. I'd be a wreck, but he just sailed through like it wasn't even a big deal.
Rest in Peace Louie. Thank you for a lifetime of laughter. The world needs good comedians and losing you, Bob, Norm and so many others is truly sad. Ty Johnny Carson channel!
I wonder what it must've felt like for Louie Anderson in this moment, being on national TV, to get such a great response from the audience, and to make Johnny Carson laugh so loud he could be heard off camera. This was life changing stuff. We're gonna miss ya, Christine Baskets.
Whenever I’m feeling down, I get on RU-vid and watch this video. His first time on national television, and he didn’t waste a second. I think his Minnesota roots always made him feel so relatable and authentic. Sad to hear of his passing. RIP.
I remember watching this when it originally aired. It was memorable because he was so, so funny. Another massive loss for us, and the year has hardly begun. RIP Louie, we will miss you terribly.
I went to Hazel Park Jr. High with louie. The jokes about life and physical stuff are pure clean comedy. Mr. Kunze was our physical education teacher. Kunze would shout when we were outdoors at the end of the period.... "out 'round the post and 10" .... which meant run the cross county route, and do 10 chin ups before heading to shower. Louie would always be way last, and would just hang on the bars wincing trying for even one chin up. Kunze; Anderson! Skip it already and hit the shower! Louie to us classmates; See l knew it was almost lunch time! Most of Louis humor was based on real life happenings, and our east side of St.Paul working class upbringing. When I miss thise old days, I rewatch Louie, and I go back in time. RIP Louie. And where ever you are, I enjoyed you picking on me when you were onstage in Duluth....it was great fun!😂
I was so happy to see Louie Anderson as a regular on my favorite game show "Funny You Should Ask!" He was hilarious!! Always gave the funniest answers effortlessly! He was a comedic genius!! RIP Louie!!
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I remember watching this live. He killed it. I was very happy for him. Many didn't ever get the chance to be on with Johnny Carson. Didn't miss a beat.
That was comedy the way everybody could enjoy it. We all need to learn to laugh again without the competition of who can swear the most. Louie's still around making us laugh.
@@bridgenorton537 You must not pay much attention.. look what happen just a couple weeks ago when people complimented Adel for losing all that weight.. the backlash from people who were upset about others saying she looked great with the weight loss was massive.. fat shaming they called it because they complimented her losing weight. It was such a stink from fatties that it made national news.
I love that he smiles when the audience gives a really good laugh! It seems like some sort of rule for most comedians never to smile or laugh themselves, but it's so endearing. It shows vulnerability.
I recall watching the Emmy's and being so damn delighted that his peers saw the same thing I did in his work on Baskets. His performance was well beyond comedic, which is what makes it great comedy. A character, like Falstaff, for the ages. Rest well good prince.
I always quote his line from “Coming to America”: “Right now I’m washing lettuce, but in six months, I might be on fries... and in a few years, I might even make assistant manager... and that’s when the big bucks start rolling in!”