Mel Brooks talks Dating Tips, New Hulu Series, and Career Advice with Granddaughter Samantha 

Your grandpa is still so sharp and witty at his age, and I’m glad you got to interview him. 🥰

He's a freakin national treasure. Still quote his movies so many times! Great work!

The influence this man has had on multiple generations should never been underestimated. I love him and his comedy.

Mel Brooks, just hearing his name makes me smile. He is so respected. Keep inspiring Mel.

Your grandfather is an incredible guy. And he's just as sharp and hilarious as he's always been. Thank you for the interview.

He saved my life on a few occasions. Even though I had two fantastic grandfathers, I consider him one of mine, as well. Anyone who can make me laugh until I cry is my hero. I've seen everything, listened to every 2,000 Year Old Man recording. I love that he's still alive and obviously has all his wits about him, good memory, etc. More of Mel is always good for me. I love that he said "every two weeks" tentatively. We all know that our grandparents want to hear from us every day, several times a day, if possible, lol. Just one more thing: FRAU BUCHER! (horses neighing).

Thank you Samantha for doing this interview with your grandfather. I've seen many interviews with him over the years and they are always entertaining and insightful. The world is lucky to have him and it's inspiring to see him still creating things; he has such a love for life! I know that whatever content you decide to make you will do your grandfather proud! I look forward to seeing more from you in the future and, good luck with everything!

I love this guy. He is closing in on the hundred year mark and still sharp as a tack. His comedy will last as long as life on earth in my opinion. I love his old classics like Young Frankenstein. Spaceballs was also very funny. May the force be with him

Your guys' relationship is priceless. I love that you're not just close as grandpa/granddaughter but as friends who enjoy each others' company as grown individuals. Soooo precious! And of course, it's amazing to see Mel at 96 sharp and full of life.

One of the best people to have as a grandpa, you really hit the jackpot

Mel Brooks is a national treasure! Anybody that could direct such comedies as ‘Blazing Saddles’ and ‘Young Frankenstein’ simply has to be! 😆🏆

So often we see "entertainment" Mel Brooks. It's remarkable to see the family man, the grandfather, the friend. Really amazing to watch. Thanks for showing this to us!

Mel Brooks brought my family together through our love of his movies. Thank you, Samantha, for inviting us all in for this conversation. I'm sure you feel the same way our Irish Catholic family does...he's a gem.

I’m so glad you didn’t edit this down to a typical 5-7 minute interview. Keep it up, you’re love for your grandpa is clear to see. My grandpa was in show business too, he committed suicide when I was little so I never had one of these moments. This is awesome! A part two would be great. BTW, you do a great job of letting him talk without cutting in like so many podcasters do today. I’ve been 35 years in the music business, Keep it up!

A gem. What would life be without Mel Brooks? His stage and screen (large and small) work helped to score our lives with laughter, song, and poignant tears.

You are stunning. HE is a comedic genius. Was great to see you interview your grandpa. he's a legend in my eyes.

The love story between him and Ann Bancroft was epic. Few people ever get to connect like that. They were truly blessed.

Great interview, Samantha. For years I told myself to record an interview of my grandfather, yet never did, and it's a regret. Glad you did this. Your grandfather is a treasure and is still so sharp and knowledgeable. Thank you for sharing it.

I stumbled upon this video purely by accident, and I'm so glad I did! Mel is a true Artist and visionary, and I'm so glad to hear his wisdom. I hope you'll make more content like this in the foreseeable future !

Mel Brooks is a genius and a treasure. I cannot say enough good things about this person. Thank you Mr Brooks and Ms Brooks for making this record.

Lots of love 💗, Mr. Brooks. My grandfather has been gone for 8 years now, and I miss him terribly. You remind me of him; sharp as a tack, wise and kind. May you have many more years with your lovely family.

Not only are the questions illuminating, relevant and insightful but Mel is still a sparkplug of energy and Samantha is breathlessly intelligent and gorgeous.

My mother’s favorite Mel Brooks line is , “Close your robe and follow me.” She said it every time we were all getting ready to go out. It made us laugh every time!

Thanks for this Samantha. My story about your grandfather: when he and your grandmother lived on the Upper East Side, he would occasionally come into my wine store, which for my brother and I was a thrill. He was always charming and funny. Eventually when he came in he would look at us and say " the brothers, the brothers are both here" in his best Mel Brooks voice. to say this was a thrill doesnt begin to describe it. He was a joy. After a while we finally summoned the nerve to ask him about the (in)famous deleted line from Blazing saddled (this was before he started telling the story regularly). He listened an conformed that it was true that they had deleted the line ("relax baby, you is sucking on my arm") and that was the last time we saw Mel Brooks. 🙂 We have all benefitted form him being Mel Brooks.

Oh Samantha you're so lucky to have him! Call way more often than every couple of weeks. Time goes by too fast. Good luck with the series!

His deep friendship with Carl Reiner is an inspiration to us all. Friends are important!

It's official. I love everything about this conversation. A very funny grandfather (who happens to be a legend) chatting with his brilliant and adoring granddaughter. This is AMAZING.

Your grandpa is a global comedy icon! How lucky we all are to still have The Honorable Mel Brooks still around! I grew up watching all his glorious films! Wonderful interview indeed!

"Sometimes you don't go for looks, and they're just as bad." Well said, Samantha! You just never really know what you're getting into it until you invest/waste the time to get to know someone. Dating is never easy. Great interview. Your grandpa is one of my all-time favorites. A living legend for sure.

I'm so in love with your granpa, i wish this interview lasted forever! Please interview him again, the thing that i loved the most was that you asked him more personal question and we got the chance to see a bit of the real Mel, the introspective one. When he talked about going at Carl's and sitting next to his empty chair both melted and crashed my heart, I wish I could give him a hug someday.

Nice interview. Take Grandpa's advice deadly seriously. The great comedians like Mel, Spike Milligan and Norm MacDonald didn't give two hoots for the audience, they did it for themselves and trusted their inner voice. If you think it's good and it bombs, it was still good.

Your grandfather reminds me so much of mine. They both grew up in New York in the same Jewish neighborhoods in the same era and are both veterans. Hearing him is like hearing my grandpa, even though their lives ended up so very different. They tell stories in the same way, and it reminds me of wonderful memories. I wish you both great health and happiness. Thank you so much

Absolutely brilliant - thanks Samantha. You're a fantastic interviewer. Subscribed!

As a chairmaker I was very disappointed in the "Twelve Chairs". Whats a butt joint? Whats a mortise and tenon? Whats a ladderback? I watched this movie about 'twelve chairs' and by the end I'd learned absolutely nothing about ONE chair. Film making genius my eyebrow. This was as disappointing as watching Blazing Saddles and not seeing a single cowboy on fire , and The Elephant Man who didn't even like peanuts. For only the price of a cup of coffee you can get my video "Two More Chairs than Mel Brooks Twelve Chairs for half the price". And by god by the end of er you can make a chair. And why else have a movie about chairs?

Mel’s movie company Brooksfilms made The Elephant Man. Only movie that ever made me cry.

Your grandfather is a national treasure. Thank you for this warm, personal interview.

I am so happy that Mel is still here, and he's healthy and still as smart and funny as he ever was.

Love Mel Brooks, a genius of comedy. One of a kind.

Great, personal interview. These are questions that haven't been asked of Mel before. What a fabulous, clear memory he has and his stories are gold. I can't believe he still remembers his lines from "Uncle Harry" (he was 14) and the "Anything Goes" story is pure inspiration.

This was such a gift - thank you Samantha, and good luck with your series!

Hi, Samantha... I just stumbled upon your channel, and I subscribed. I have a little story about your grandfather, and I wonder if he might even remember this. Decades ago, when The Producers (the musical) was in rehearsals and previews on Broadway, my cousin's wife, Lynne Katz, was sitting at a red light in the Broadway district. It was pouring rain, and crossing the intersection, caught without an umbrella was your grandfather Mel. No cabs in sight... Lynne rolled down her window and said, "Hey Mel, what are you doing in the rain? Would you like a ride?" So, he hopped in and explained that he was in town for the production and had just left rehearsal without an umbrella. Anyway, she had a car-full of friends, and they were headed to a restaurant, so she invited him to join them... and he did! She said he was such a delight (and I think she said he picked up the tab... a real mensch). At the end of the evening, he gave Lynne his personal number and told her to call him for seats to the show. She never did call him, because she didn't want to bother him. But she did have that wonderful story to share! PS. Lynne Katz recently passed away. She was in her 80s. A lovely woman, who always attracted good energy and karma in her life!

Who doesn't love Mel Brooks? Seriously. And Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn? Anyone living with his movies from 1960s on, we were blessed.

Your grandpa is such a funny man. Thank you, Mel, for making so many great movies for us to watch !

Very endearing. Thanks for inviting us to join your family conversation from the couch . Love your grandpa !

❤ I need more MEL BROOKS back in my LIFE!!! 😂😅😊 Bless both of you, for this. I grew up watching his movies!! Young Frankenstein is my absolute favorite! Gotta check in to this “twelve chairs”. Much LOVE! Mister Brooks: you are one of my top 5 dinner companion wishes EVER! EVER!!!!! *put the candle…BACK!* 😊😝🥳

Mel Brooks rocks. We need more people like this on the planet.

I completely agree with the both of you. “The Twleve Chairs”, has always been my favorite Mel Brooks film. Period. I am always recommending it to people after they’ve seen Blazing Saddles or Young Frankenstein and the common response I get is “I have never heard of that!” 3:16

My absolute FAVORITE Director 💝 A legendary comedian. What a beautiful family bond 😻 Oh my goodness, I can relate to this Chronic Pain dark humor 💯 LOVE THIS!

Mel has brought me so much laughter in my life. His movies are perfect and as someone else said below, he's a national treasure. When he's gone the world will have a huge void.

Finally! History of the World Part 2 is happening! Thank you Mel Brooks, for your amazing works of art. 👏

The only thing better than a Mel Brooks interview is Mel Brooks being interviewed by his granddaughter. This made me so very happy. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

Really good conversation Samantha. Besides your beauty apparently you’ve inherited your grandpa’s sense of humor, wit and intelligence. Good for you. Cheers

One of the most brilliant in the business, ever. And his mind is still very sharp! Very impressive.

What a wonderful interview, your grandad is such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing with us. 💕

Mel Brooks is the treasure that I wanting to live forever so was his wife Anne Bancroft that unfortunately left too early. I love love his movies and his great sense of humor, his brilliance is off the charts!

You're very fortunate that you are the granddaughter of the greatest comedian of all time.

I am so Glad the Brook's Grandchildren are doing videos like this! Mel Brooks, Your Grandfather is a National Treasure and Comic Genius and we need to make as many recordings like this as possible while we still have him! 96 years old and going strong! May God give you many more years Mel, We all LOVE You! ❤👏

What ... on God's green Earth ... What is this "thing", this bizarre confusion people of a certain age have with the words "A couple"? See, "couple", the word "couple" means TWO ... It means TWO and it always has. "I would like a couple of burgers." Means "I want TWO freaking burgers." "Call me in two weeks, means two weeks." -- (That was spoken doing an impersonation of Mel, in my mind). Also, After watching 1:30 I am gleaning that Mr. Brooks wants you to have shorter, but more frequent calls ... Doesn't enjoy sitting on the phone for a long time ... and as he said, he wants to see you in person ... None of this texting and vexting and schmexting nonsense, either ... Now, I will continue watching.

Can't believe his mind and speech are still clear... great man

My father was also born in Brooklyn in 1926, probably right near your grandfather. I like to think that they might have crossed paths at some point, maybe at the Brooklyn Navy Yard where my dad was stationed when your grandfather was coming back from the war. Or maybe they went to the same movie theater to see the same picture at the same time. Reading about your grandfather’s early life experiences in his autobiography was kind of like experiencing with my father’s childhood would’ve been like, too.

Darn, Mel looks good and what a great, funny person. Mr. Brooks is still sharp. Glad to see. I love the Get Smart pilot to this day. Will History of the World part 2 feature Hitler on Ice? I love High Anxiety. Laughed at the pictures of Freud, Adler, Jung, and Brothers.

I'm 22, and I remember when I was a kid the first time we ever watched Spaceballs... Me and my cousins all had a sleepover at my grandma's house, and we all voted to watch either Star Wars or Spaceballs... I voted Star Wars, and everyone voted Spaceballs... I was a little hesitant at first, because I loved Star Wars. However, from the first gag until the end, we were crying out loud... You can't replace those times

I'm thrilled to have watched this interview this morning, and it's comforting to hear a conversation between two funny, intelligent, film-obsessed people like myself. I, personally, find that such a thing is nearly impossible for me to get directly - in "real life" - since I live in the midwest and seemingly everyone my age or younger has little to no knowledge of or interest in "old" movies. Sometimes it's as if I am a fish desperately searching for water and only when I find something like this conversation and glimpse people like these two do I almost sense myself swimming finally and suddenly I remember that there is water out there somewhere. Which provides some relief, for sure, and for that I am grateful. So thank you so very much for that. Now, however, I will be left to grapple with and reconcile my concerned thoughts about what it says about me that I - as a young, single, heterosexual man with an unquenchable fascination with films and film history - cannot determine without hesitation which of these two I would rather be on a date with. This beautiful, young, funny, intelligent, ambitious woman? Or her hilarious grandfather Melvin!? A paradox inside an enigma of a riddle.

I've never understood anti-Semitism.I love Mel and his humour sticks with me. I believe he's done far more good for people than he realizes. May the Schwartz be with you!

I love Mel, we're both 5' 5". Actually I'm 5' 5.5" but I don't wanna brag.

Pretty sure I could listen to him tell stories all day. Grew up with his movies and my family loved them all and still quote them frequently.

My family's favorite movie has always been Young Frankenstein. We quote it in our daily lives and it is a part of our souls. For me personally, High Anxiety has always been my favorite and I must say underrated. The first time I saw it I was around 10 years old and I've seen it hundreds of times. Around the year 2001, my 6 yr old son was downstairs laughing his butt off for the longest time and when I finally went down to see what was so dang funny, I saw that he had put in my VHS tape of High Anxiety and from that moment on, I knew he was MY son...Oh, my favorite moment is the werewolf scene that Harvey Korman was so brilliant at, my sister's favorite is Dennis and the paper, and my mom's is Nurse Deezil and her sequin hat and cigar scene with the brilliant Dr. Thorndyke. Mel has given our lives the gift of being able to watch the most ridiculous scenarios played out by the most perfect and also ridiculous cast. I wonder if he gets enjoyment thinking about the few people who don't get it and what they must be thinking as they shake their heads and leave the room. Well, those people have failed my test for sure! Your grandfather is a genius and I hope they find a way to attach his head to a robot so he can live forever! Love you Mr. Mel Brooks. Thank you so very much.

Mel being very respectful and restrained no dirty jokes. Funny what kind of influence a young granddaughter has on a naughty genius. Do more let him write the script and provoke him a little. He needs to be challenged he is young enough to handle it.

"Casablanca was more interesting than Citizen Kane." As if I needed yet another reason to love Grandpa Mel.

A comic genius. The joy and laughter he still brings! I love him so m

Wonderful interview. The amazing Mel Brooks is a genuine legend and his granddaughter is a delightful interviewer. Together they deliver a one-of-a-kind interview/ conversation that hits the nail on the head. Very entertaining, fun and funny and full of heart.

Mel Brooks is a one of a kind star ⭐️. I’ve always loved him. When I lived in L.A. I used to drive by his house and always Smile with gratitude in my heart. Why? He always made me smile. He’s an undisputed genius. I liked his wife, too, incidentally. Good people. Hug 🤗 & thanks for sharing …youu. Must be so very proud of him. I’m sorry, I don’t know you but will watch for you, too.

Thanks for interviewing your grandpa, and also for letting him speak. I can only imagine that his story about going to a musical, if he tried to tell it on a TV talk show, would be interrupted a hundred times :)

Wow this was a really fun interview! My parents introduced me to Mel Brooks with History of the World part 1. Can’t wait for part 2😅

This video is a treasure to me. Just like all your grandpa's films are a treasure. It's my fondest wish for a collaboration between Mel Brooks and Julie Andrews. I've been wishing for it a long time. Thank you for sharing this wonderful interview. 💚🌺

As soon as I hear his voice , it takes me back , glad to see hes doing well

I still remember being a little kid, couldn’t have been more than seven or eight, and I walked into the living room to find my Dad watching a western on TV. So, I sit next to him for a bit, but suddenly the film takes a different turn. A bunch of guys are sitting next to each other, and they all start farting up a storm! Even my seven year-old self was going, “What the hell was that?” 😂 Of course, this was the famous bean scene from Blazing Saddles, which caused my parents to get me into more works of Mr. Brooks. Still happy to be a fan.

Brooks is a genius. His movies are my favorites. He has helped me get through some rough times in my life through laughter. Thanks for this clip.

Those legs!!!! 😍Am I the only one to speak of the elephant in the room?

Thank you Samantha for this interview. It's so great to see he's faring so well and still has so many more details to share, even after all these decades of interviews and press. Though his humor is delightfully sharp and snarky, his love for humanity and all its foibles consistently shines through. This is what makes his work timeless and always fresh. Tell him thanks from our entire family. :)

your grand father is a treasure, so talented. sharp as a tack. the world needs his style films. never woke or Politically Correct. his films were made to make people laugh without hurting anyone. God bless you Mel Brooks, It's good to be the King......

Great interview, Samantha! Your grandfather and you seem so relaxed with each other.

Fantastic! 12 chairs is a all time classic watched with my parents at a young age!! Terrific interview.. Glad he's happy & well, please pass along my infinite gratitude.. many of the biggest laughs of my life have been enjoying his humor!! I was privileged to be front row a few years back for Blazing Saddles at Radio City Music Hall... one of these days.. I hope to shake his hand, and thank him for warping my sense of humor to where it is today.. He has always been my family's favorite... and look forward to the rumored History of the World Pt II series!!! Happy New Year wishes to both you and your Grandfather!

Mr Mel Was Born With A Humorous Vision Of The Reality Of Our Lives . Live Long And Strong . ❤ .

Oh my God!!! This is so cool!!!! 😮 Love this!!!! Let's collaborate some way. HMU 🤙

History of the world chapter 2! Yes please, I cannot wait for it, I love Mel Brooks!! When I first heard the 2 Thousand year old man I was hooked still my favorite to this day, next we need Spaceballs 2 Jews in space! Do it Mel. Thanks for this your Grandpa is a national treasure, God bless you both.

I grew up watching his films. I adore his humor. What great contributions he has made to not only the film industry but to our culture.

What a video. I love Mel so much - thank you for sharing this, Samantha! 💙

Of course there are so many expressions of grandpa Mel’s genius, but it’s the improvisation that leaves my jaw hanging open most frequently. Now. Today. It’s as if a day hasn’t passed. Somehow he and his best friend Carl Reiner created comedy that’s still lighting years later. It’s a gift, and our privilege to share in it. Thank you for this interview.

Mel Brooks and Anne Bancroft forever ❤❤ love them

A very smart grandpa with wise advice on dating.

Definitely sit far enough apart so everybody watching becomes unnecessarily uncomfortable.

Epic interview and such a lovely, beautiful family vibe. This is an incredible way to spend 35 minutes. Thank you!

You guys are adorable together. A great sense of family and the benefits of good performance 🎭 👏 👌 👍

Such a good interview, so natural and flowed like a conversation. Can't wait to see other interviews she makes. Looking forward to the web series! By the way he gave great dating advice. Finding someone who is a best friend first is key. Also I definitely waited until 12 for Blazing Saddles. I definitely wasn't a 5 year old shouting "where all the white women at" in the grocery aisle while my semi-deaf mom shopped completely oblivious.

What an American icon ...that advice is gold, you're already successful... Just keep producing and producing material.... it's in your blood

Eleanor Powell! Yes! She deserves more recognition! Broadway Melody of 1940! Fred and Eleanor were amazing together.

A lovely Christmas present from the Brooke’s.Thanks!

Spaceballs was a amazing and funny movie

I love this interview so much. Mel is part of my childhood. Space balls is my favorite. So cool to listen him talk to his grandchild about the things I grew up on. Brilliant content.