His demeanor is such a dichotomy of his film characters. On screen, he's loud, obnoxious, and intimidating. Of screen he's so soft spoken and calm. He almost sounds intimidated himself.
The character of Leo Getz in Lethal Weapon showed this guy's range perfectly. He is a genius. I don't think I have ever seen anyone give such flavor to their characters like Pesci. I bet you the script and original ideas were nowhere near what he did with all those characters. Absolute monster.
It’s not acting. People in that life are equal parts intimidating and caring. Everything they do seems random and chaotic, but is so intentional. I see it in the difference between Pesci, Ray Liotta & De Niro. Apart from acting, you can see it in their demeanor how close they are to that life. You can tell who’s been exposed to what. Ive had people that have a body count, tell me I should never raise my voice to women, “it shows weakness”. Those same people have domestically assaulted women, but have also never missed a birthday for me or anyone they know.
There's also the time Joe 'jokingly' referred to Chicago Outfit Mobster Frank Cullotta, who was working as a technical advisor on a film, as a rat, and got the scare of his life.
His partner in the comedy routine he was talking about was Frank Vincent, the guy that played Billy Batts in "Goodfellas". They were close friends at the time.
Frank Culotta ,a real gangster, on the set of the movie Casino as a consultant, tells a story on how he confronted Joe ,because he embarrassed him on set ,...Joe apologized....
Joe spent a long time making it big. I really didn't know about his singing career. He's definitely best in criminal films, and he was in one as Vinnie that did well. Amazingly, he pulled out of acting for the most part for the last decade or more. 2024 now.
Joe does not like to be teased or kidded. On the set of ‘Casino’ Don Rickles did what Rickles does, he let the air out of everyone on set, including Scorsese and De Niro, who loved it. Pesce, however, did not like it at all and called Don all manner of foul names!
I like Joe Pesci but he likes to break balls and hates it when you give it back to him which is not a great quality to have. On the Casino set Frank Cullotta threatened him over something Joe said that went over the line, can't recall what it was.
Ik right. I love cigars and wish I could smoke them more conveniently when I go somewhere in public. But you pretty much can’t smoke cigars in any buildings besides some casinos. The lack of freedom is staggering now.
opines, this appearance, only, reinforces, how much I like Mr. Pesci! When Dave reveals, "You know, we have the album, here", Mr. Pesci, instantly, replies, "Can I buy it?"
Its amazing that real life Pesci reminds me so much of his latest performance as Russell Bufalino...incredibly soft spoken but a guy you dont want to mess with.
Having grown up watching Joe Pesci in things like Good Fellas and Casino, I wouldn't have guessed that he would be a talented comedy actor, Home Alone and Lethal Weapon changed that. Very versatile.
The Public Eye (1992) is a decent film, based loosely on a true story, and clearly Pesci's attempt to elevate his position from supporting to lead roles. But for some reason, the film has disappeared without a trace
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Two movies I never get tired of watching Goodfellas and Casino.
the milk fed veal moments one of the best boss moments ever oozes confidence 🤣
Home alone
Goodfellas was great.....Casino was garbage...... believe me.....I lived the life
Even though Casino is 6 years long. Can relate. 😊❤
for me those two as well and scarface (even tho joe isn't in it)
His demeanor is such a dichotomy of his film characters. On screen, he's loud, obnoxious, and intimidating. Of screen he's so soft spoken and calm. He almost sounds intimidated himself.
Yeah, I'm surprised. It means he's a really good actor. I'm surprised that I like him.
I never realized how soft spoken Joe is.
Little Joe
Same here, it surprised me, maybe given the characters he's played?
@@93Jubilee definitely
Thanks for replying
@@93Jubilee definitely
"Hey Joe, you are terrible singer!" 😄
Joe: "Terrible how?"
😂
He's not here to amuse us? LOL 😊❤
Like a clown? How is he funny? You said!
😂
Joe Pesci is a truly versatile and gifted actor.
Joe Pesci is one of the greatest ever ❤
My Cousin Vinny! That's my favorite film of his. Thank you Joe Pesci 👏👏
2 youts 🤣🤣🤣
@@henryphilips6563 😀 That entire movie is so great.
My cousin Vinny actually should always be included in any list of "best movies of all time." "Casablanca", then "my cousin Vinny". 🎭📽️🎭
@@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288 Agree 💯
Did you say yute😂
The character of Leo Getz in Lethal Weapon showed this guy's range perfectly. He is a genius. I don't think I have ever seen anyone give such flavor to their characters like Pesci. I bet you the script and original ideas were nowhere near what he did with all those characters. Absolute monster.
I'm glad all of his wounds from Home Alone and Home Alone 2 had healed by the time this interview rolled around.
Saw for kids.
Hearing Joe sing makes me feel better about my voice. Thanks Joe!!
He is indeed an inspiration.
😂
The late Bruno Kirby sounded exactly like him...
Whoa whoa, you think I sound funny? Funny how?😅
@@brianwells4507 now go home and get your f*cking shine box. LOL.
Awesome 😎
Joe is so humble.
God bless Joe and David!!🙏
Now go home and get your shine box.
Lmao
Funny.
And, that was pretty much the end of Billy Batts.
I’ve met many famous actors but he is hands down the best one that in person acts and talks exactly like he does in movies
WTF? He acts and talks absolutely nothing like the characters he portrays in movies...
@@jdemarco he did when I met him and that was at a wedding so he didn’t have to
Ohh. Maddon.
One of the best, great range and love this man because I grew up with him.
He’s such a soft spoken guy, but he definitely has that “Tommy” vibe.
Back when late night was entertaining and worth watching.
Yes nobody is left now worth watching Leno Carson and letterman were the best of the best!
Okay, boomers
thanks for making their point.
Yeah you solidified their point. Now we are stuck with raw sewage late night shows
lol old people whining
One of the greatest to ever do it do it. His acting could be sadistic and crazy or burn the top of your head off funny as hell. Truly a legend
They bring the genius in each other in good humor.
GOTTA GETCHU INTO MY LIFE😂😂😂😂😂
I love Joe Pesci! Loved him since i saw him in the Home Alone films.
Little Joe " Sure Can Shine"
Shine how?
@@DA0K With a shine box 🤣 Why you liking your own comment ?
@@warfarewarrior Liking how?
@@DA0Kliking how how?
Comment deserves more likes
How does such an obviously sensitive and considerate man portray violent and absolutely amoral sociopaths so damned well?!
Apparently he grew up around real gangsters so he witnessed what they were like
It's called acting. What do you do for a living?
It’s his shadow side he gets to express it through his characters and not in real life
It’s not acting. People in that life are equal parts intimidating and caring. Everything they do seems random and chaotic, but is so intentional. I see it in the difference between Pesci, Ray Liotta & De Niro. Apart from acting, you can see it in their demeanor how close they are to that life. You can tell who’s been exposed to what. Ive had people that have a body count, tell me I should never raise my voice to women, “it shows weakness”. Those same people have domestically assaulted women, but have also never missed a birthday for me or anyone they know.
Honestly your right him in home alone idk how anyone can play such a scary part.
Joe Pesci seems like the sweetest, nicest guy. . .Love him!
The first time I saw Joe Pesci was on Home Alone. I thought he was a comedian. I had no idea of his other side.
I've never heard Joe Pesci sing before and he is actually super good wtf!
Joe is amazing. I love his work.
Phil & Dana! Thank you to whomever is at the controls over there. Would love to see the Hartman interview from this episode 🖤
I pray to Joe Pesci everyday, like George Carlin taught me. What a great man. :)
So do I! He's a guy who can get things done.
The things ha can do in a Leather coat and a Bat!
amen!
Top comment imo 😂
@@EternalChampI can't take credit from Georgie's words, man. Glad you liked it, though! :)
There's also the time Joe 'jokingly' referred to Chicago Outfit Mobster Frank Cullotta, who was working as a technical advisor on a film, as a rat, and got the scare of his life.
Referred to him as a “rat” to his face.
@furbabydaddy814 he was joking heard the same story
He is in a company of his own. What an icon Joe is.❤️
This video made me run right to the news…luckily he’s okay.
I know, this channel is a constant remind death is not far away
Thanks.
Should be a rule on this channel: first one in has to google the guest's well being.
@@davewestner I second this
Thought he got whacked!!! 😅
@@davewestnerthird this one
Joe Pesci a very great actor
Luckily, he's a funny guy. That saved him from harm.
What, like a clown?
@@bigbowlowrong4694 ,right. He amuses me. Like Stepinfetchit.
I'm here to amuse you ?
Funny how?
Like a dancing bear ?
I wonder if at the time Letterman knew these clips were going to become so classic.
"Anything you need, Leo Getz"
Cool! I had an uncle who went by “Little Joe.” Pretty great that he got saved by that acting thing.
I have an uncle that goes by Lil Jon.
YAYAAAH!!!$
Joe is so chill compared to the characters hes portrayed.
Pesci is Phenomenal!
Brilliant Actor
The "Little Joe" Album seems to be Joe's real life Shine Box. 😂
Yeah he did not like seeing that album 🤣🤣
I kept waiting for him to say "yutes".
One of the greatest SUPPORTING actors of all time.
One of the greatest actors of all time.
Accurate statement. Best supporting
Actors *
just because he stars in “supporting” roles doesnt mean he is on classified as that. HES AN ACTOR. period. And hes top 20 greatest
My Cousin Vinny wasn't a supporting role. Great movie.
Music and guitar has always been his first love, acting was a side gig that grew into someone more
Joey is really a stand up guy, very humbled to.
The dude is way more chill than you’d think.
For some strange reason I always have more respect for calm people who speak in a soft tone. I don't know why.
Guy shoulda won the Oscar for The Irishman..
He was so good. I'm surprised too
Joe played Joe Conforte..Mustang Ranch brothel owner. Ba da bing!
His partner in the comedy routine he was talking about was Frank Vincent, the guy that played Billy Batts in "Goodfellas". They were close friends at the time.
Should've dubbed in "We apologize to Matt Damon, we ran out of time"
I miss the 90s
Frank Culotta ,a real gangster, on the set of the movie Casino as a consultant, tells a story on how he confronted Joe ,because he embarrassed him on set ,...Joe apologized....
Joe is so soft spoken it’s incredible he can play those roles
Joe spent a long time making it big. I really didn't know about his singing career. He's definitely best in criminal films, and he was in one as Vinnie that did well. Amazingly, he pulled out of acting for the most part for the last decade or more. 2024 now.
He should have said to Joe, “Do you think I’m a clown?” 😂
LEGEND!!!!
Joe does not like to be teased or kidded. On the set of ‘Casino’ Don Rickles did what Rickles does, he let the air out of everyone on set, including Scorsese and De Niro, who loved it. Pesce, however, did not like it at all and called Don all manner of foul names!
I like Joe Pesci but he likes to break balls and hates it when you give it back to him which is not a great quality to have. On the Casino set Frank Cullotta threatened him over something Joe said that went over the line, can't recall what it was.
Little man syndrome
@axelarroyo3286 - Story I heard was Pesci called Cullotta a rat... & apparently, it was NOT, shall we say... "well received". Oh I bet!
Ahhh......the good 'ol days when you could smoke a cigar wherever & whenever you wanted to........LOL !
Ik right. I love cigars and wish I could smoke them more conveniently when I go somewhere in public. But you pretty much can’t smoke cigars in any buildings besides some casinos. The lack of freedom is staggering now.
How did you forget ... My Cousin Vinnie?!🤪😁
Don’t think he made that one yet.
@@waynedurning8717he had, it just wasnt some big box office smash.. it just became a cult classic afterwards
@@kcguy8864 thanks for the info
opines, this appearance, only, reinforces, how much I like Mr. Pesci! When Dave reveals, "You know, we have the album, here", Mr. Pesci, instantly, replies, "Can I buy it?"
Yes,I thought that was very cool. Small things matter.
I married a man where my kids think he was joe peshi! Lol they were so much alike and i truely loved him! RIP Billy 😂
Joe Pesci, Clint Eastwood and Steve Coogan are my top three actors.
The good old days….🙌♥️
He was very good in "With Honors".
Wish Joe would sing again. He is a good in singing the standards.
David Letterman always great guests and awesome journalists skills . Every show is a good show. Thanks David Letterman and production crew! 🌟
Its amazing that real life Pesci reminds me so much of his latest performance as Russell Bufalino...incredibly soft spoken but a guy you dont want to mess with.
Joe is one of my favorites!
OMG LITTLE JOE I CAN'T 😂🤣🤣
I love that he's smoking his cigar!
Hey Tommy, U Got Ur
Shine Box, My Shoe's
Need A Shineing---Billy Batts...
One of my fave actors.
He looked so happy to get the record.
Hahahaha right when he’s singing it sounded like it was going to get more high pitched before they cut it lol
Hey there letterman crew! I noticed the trailer was kept in this time!!! Wicked thanks! ^_^
Without wanting a "wise guy" moment of my own, thank God he went into movies and gave up on music.
Love that JOE ! 😂😂😂😂😂😂
That cigar looks fantastic!
5:53 "how did you get that part in raging Bull did someone see you in 'death collector?" 😅
Back in the good ol' days when you could smoke stogies on TV...
He doesn’t have to find a hiding spot, like YOU. Hohoho
Superb actor and sounds like a nice guy too
Love that they had freedom to smoke
Lowkey it does cause cancer its not freedom just curtious of others i smoke a pod a day but this is simple
Meh
Having grown up watching Joe Pesci in things like Good Fellas and Casino, I wouldn't have guessed that he would be a talented comedy actor, Home Alone and Lethal Weapon changed that. Very versatile.
Love the cigar.
He must have come from a rich family to get away with recording an album with that voice.
The Public Eye (1992) is a decent film, based loosely on a true story, and clearly Pesci's attempt to elevate his position from supporting to lead roles. But for some reason, the film has disappeared without a trace
He did a good job playing a lead in My Cousin Vinny
You could tell Culotta wasnt super fond of Pesci, but still wuteva.TheMans A Treasure
study to write English !!!
I think he is even more intimidating in his soft spoken demeanor 😅
He is so different from the roles he plays. Shows his talent
A consummate supporting actor.
Blue Rodeo and Manon Rheaume - great show for Canadians
Joe i s diverse play, anything funny or serious man's a legend that hides from the fame . He should be cherished what a guy
He hates doing interviews even more than De Niro, I was surprised there even was an interview.
It was a better time when you could smoke a cigar on the set of Letterman, I miss the 90’s.
You could smoke cigs,cigars in high school in East TN. In the 70s.😊
If you were a student parents permission no joke.😊
I love Joe Pesci
I like when he did the pinky ring skit.wish they would put it on
He's a legend 😻
Forget sometimes how much a part of my childhood Joe Pesci was...
When Joe talks, you listen.
Glad he kept his day job.
The best actor ever ❤️
The super with Joe pesci funny movie very underrated legendary 👏 🎬 🎬 🎬 🎬 actor