Jimmy Stewart was a legit war hero who was immensely respected by his peers in the entertainment industry. You'd think he was too goody two shoes for a lot of these comedians, but if you watch Stewart with Carson, for example, Carson showed him a lot of respect and Jimmy would keep up with jokes and was very entertaining. A great entertainer and a great man.
Jimmy Stewart was a great actor, a great American. Mr. Stewart was a man of honor and integrity! Nothing like the actors today who only think of themselves!
Mark, he definitely wasn't underrated! That's why he was on this show constantly! It was one of the biggest shows on TV at the time and they had the biggest stars on this show weekly! The only other person I could think of that may have been on more than him other than Dean, may have been Don Rickles! The biggest comic of that era and possibly of all time! Foster Brooks was one of the funniest comics with one of the best routines ever in the history of Comedy! And to me, definitely top 10, maybe top five funniest comedians I have ever seen!! But again, that's just my opinion. Keep on laughing my friend and always enjoy life!
Foster Brooks would have me in stitches in the 1970's growing up. He was the only comedian who could have me laughing so hard I would be in tears as well. I miss him and this golden era of television 📺.. Foster Brooks was a genius of his time. He performances always left you wanting more. He was amazing ..
The greatest "Lush" ever on TV! Foster Brooks was the greatest and watching those roasts were a big part of my childhood. I can still remember my parents howling with laughter!
There are really really very few 'one of a kind' entertainers in this world. Thanks for sharing the much missed and definite one of a kind, Mr.Foster Brooks.
James Stewart flew bombing missions over Vietnam, a fact a lot of people don't know. During WWII when he was sent home, (after 25 bombing missions in B-17's) the C/O of the airbase in England was asked why he sent him stateside, and he said that " I don't want to go down in history as the guy that got Jimmy Stewart killed". True story.
Dean was ready to lose it when Foster came up to the podium. Even though it's just an act, people were already cracking up before he even said anything. Foster Brooks was a master at his craft.
I'm so thankful to have grown up during that time when all those people were entertainers. I sorely miss the days, but everyone does eventually and says so. These too are those good old days, as the old song Carly Simon sang reminds us. Cherish them, don't waste or take them for granted. Love those around you. One day, memories will be all we have.
ps can you imagine being a young Air Sevice man in USAAF and a tall Actor In a Officer's Uniform walks up and its Jimmy Stewart....my God bless your soul Sir and all those young men...
Jimmy Stewart was a first class aviator, he flew his full compliment of 20 missions, and was a decorated hero flying difficult bombing missions over Nazi germany.
@@Rigatony32 yes you are correct on that and for anyone else that wants to know: On March 22, 1941, Jimmy Stewart was drafted into the U.S. Armed Forces. ... Stewart ended the war with 20 combat missions. He remained in the USAF Reserve and was promoted to brigadier general on July 23, 1959. He retired on May 31, 1968.
AMEN James, Jimmy is a man who served with honor, lead by example, his courage and commitment to the security of the USA, is something the entitled, spoiled know it's all something 98% of our population actually believe that we are the problem in the world, less than 2% of the population volunteer to serve in the military, that's pathetic that a big part of that 98% disrespect military men and women. These liberal trools think they can have anything they want whatever they want it, if they don't get what they want they start riots destroying peoples businesses and person property. I'm only saying this to contrast what the men and women did to secure the country for all who follow. Jimmy was a true American hero, those two words are so over used they've lost their meaning but Jimmy is the real deal, served with honor and distinction, he loved this country. Looking at what these liberal lugnuts have already done to purposefully hurt this country because they still don't accept the fact hillary lost and President Trump won., and will win again. Can't wait to see the meltdowns then. Everyone who puts on a military uniform is why these entitled, mellinial brats and punks are free to be the ignoramouses they are. Men like Jimmy are practically extinct today. Anyway... I digress. Thanks Jimmy, for your patriotism and service to this country and for us all (RIP).
Wow! Love these! Look at all the classic and distinguished guests at the dais. OMG - I am 58 but I remember watching these with my mom and dad and laughing because they were laughing. These are the best!!! Thank you.
I remember my Dad imitate Foster Brooks when I was really young , he did He would be just like him ! Very funny! 😂🤣 They don't make comedians like him anymore! I miss those days!
We will never see this kind of comedic talent ever again. All of these comedians and actors were very good at their craft. They knew when to throw an insult that was funny, not degrading or vulgar. Everyone was subject to a barrage of insults and they grinned and laughed because this was a time way before POLITICAL CORRECTNESS. Todays celebrity roasts can not equal or surpass this real comedy. Today there will be lawsuits for doing standup comedy like this. The KARENS of today have no spine or sense of humor. Don Rickles will always be know as the “Merchant of Venom” as Dean Martin would say, or the master insults. Don did his routine up until he died and it astonishes me that no one tried to cancel him. And Foster Brooks playing the drunk. He did this so convincingly that you had to laugh. Most everyone has a sense of humor and enjoys a good laugh. I don’t find the quality of humor today such as these Dean Martin Roasts had and still has. These were very funny and talented comedians and actors and these roasts will be enjoyed by new fans that will discover them. To keep good wholesome talent is to remember how it was done years ago. To watch these funny skits is paying tribute to REAL comedians. They are gone now but will always be loved for their talents that made us laugh.
Today they will have a hell of a time catching up to these guys! Not sure if it can be done anymore it has been so long since I’ve seen anyone even close!
I believe he made a very good career of it and stayed very sober all the time! He gave us many happy hours and still goes on that way. He gave us happy hours!
Jimmy was a man to be respected and admired. His service to our country was something he was proud of, and as humble he was he was a fierce defender of his men and country. I don't think there's even 4 or 5 today that could have his attitude because in this spoiled and confused bunch of clueless idiots would attack him for "killing peaceful people". I'll stop here before I say something I shouldn't. Jimmy was a war hero and he deserves our highest respect and thanks from us all... RIP Jimmy, and thank you for your service to our country.
I get the same blowback from people for me being a Vietnam Vet in the U.S.A.F. in an Air Rescue unit after enlisting at 17, having gotten a G.E.D. through Job Corps at 16. Never killed anyone, saved guys lives and was proud to do it.
I came across these by accident and laughed till I cried. So many nights as a teen watching this humour and still great 50 years later. Clean fun but so politically incorrect it could never air today.
Jimmy Stewart, an underrated actor and a real life war hero! And a guy who could take a joke too 😁😁😁 Edit: notice how Jimmy gave Foster Brooks an honorary salute at the end? True class 😎😎😎
Actually, he did drink. He stopped drinking after some guy placed $10 bet to him if he could go a day without alcohol. After that bet he didn't drink again. He took the bet because he needed the money.
Hi Scott, I agree... Those were times I will never forget. Foster was truly the king of comedy, his talent far outweighs those of his peers. I miss those days.
My mom LOVED watching Dean Martin’s Celebrity Roasts and LOVED every time they had Foster Brooks! Many memories of hearing my mom laughing so hard at him! Great Memories that I relived as a teenager at home was the airing of moments like this! ❤ They don’t make ‘em like this anymore! Thanks for sharing!
This is the creme de la creme of American Great of Era.In All its Panoply .We wont see this again these retrospective montages of comedic geniuses in our presence....But I still laugh until it hurts...take a breath and watch some More...You cant get enough of this I am going to keep watching until my eyes go square...square glasses to remedy it 🤓🤗
This type of comedy passed away with the people who made it happen..no foul language..timeless funny stuff..
And NOBODY got butt hurt
@@anthonypirozzi837 ....and STILL it would be banned nowadays by the pc brigade!
Foster Brooks was one of the funniest people to ever live. There will never be another like him!
Damn, that man was one of a kind. He never fails to deliver a busload of belly laughs. God Bless you Foster Brooks for bringing a smile to our lives.
He brought slime to his livers to bring smile to our lives...
Foster was truly one of a kind............. amazing talent, never get's old, i can watch this over and over.
Foster Brooks was a freaking comedy genius.
Absolutely the best at his craft. Jimmy sitting there with his face in his hands tells you all you need to know about how funny Foster was.
Jimmy Stewart...What a class act. What a time to be alive.
I couldn't wait for Foster Brooks' part of the Dean Martin roasts...He'll always be #1 for me....
Love Jimmy Stewart, and Foster Brooks is my favorite DRUNK!! 👍
That "Messerschmitts/Mess of Schlitz" line was sheer genuis. ( Of course, almost all of Foster's stuff was sheer genius.)
Rick Williamson-Even Otis Campbell would be this funny.
There will never ever be another Foster Brookes.
Jimmy Stewart was a legit war hero who was immensely respected by his peers in the entertainment industry. You'd think he was too goody two shoes for a lot of these comedians, but if you watch Stewart with Carson, for example, Carson showed him a lot of respect and Jimmy would keep up with jokes and was very entertaining. A great entertainer and a great man.
Chris Oh he flew from Grafton airfield and polebrook
You're so right Chris! He was a very respected person in Hollywood, and a great man!
@@williamheuber3845 And a patriot!!!
He stayed in the Air Force Reserve and retired as a Brigadier General, which he earned.
If all men could be like Jimmy the world would be a way, way better place.
Jimmy Stewart was a great actor, a great American. Mr. Stewart was a man of honor and integrity! Nothing like the actors today who only think of themselves!
There’s no one today can fill the shoes of yesteryear actors and comedians ❤😮😊🎉
A Big Salute to Jimmy Stewart. Thank you for your service.
One of the more under-appreciated stand-up comedians of that era...his character is relevant no matter which generation..Thank-you...
Mark Rocovich , and Foster Brooks didn't drink alcohol! He was truly funny.
Mark, he definitely wasn't underrated! That's why he was on this show constantly! It was one of the biggest shows on TV at the time and they had the biggest stars on this show weekly! The only other person I could think of that may have been on more than him other than Dean, may have been Don Rickles! The biggest comic of that era and possibly of all time! Foster Brooks was one of the funniest comics with one of the best routines ever in the history of Comedy! And to me, definitely top 10, maybe top five funniest comedians I have ever seen!! But again, that's just my opinion. Keep on laughing my friend and always enjoy life!
Love Foster Brooks........Miss him w/Dean Martin. We need more of "old comedy".
These icons of comedy are irreplaceable, what content to make us laugh, just pure comic genius. Brilliant !!!!
I feel blessed to have lived in a time when we had so many great entertainers.
As the saying goes ...they broke the mold when they made him .you'll never see anything like him again. R I p Mr brooks.
Jimmy Stewart looked like he was one funny but humble man based on all his public appearances. As for Mr. Brooks, simply put, he was perfection.
All these folks were great entertainers, and to Jimmy Stewart, thank you for your service in our time of need.
I'm literally crying with laughter...foster brooks is amazing
He truly is.
2020 and i am still crying!
Foster Brooks would have me in stitches in the 1970's growing up. He was the only comedian who could have me laughing so hard I would be in tears as well. I miss him and this golden era of television 📺.. Foster Brooks was a genius of his time. He performances always left you wanting more. He was amazing ..
Looking at all the celebrities up there. They are no longer with us. The classics never get old.
When you see the legendary people at the table, laughing hysterically, you know how good Brooks was at his craft.
how can you not love this guy! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Foster Brooks is too much, absolutely funny.
I miss these roasts. They were fun to watch. The laughs were real.
God, how I wish that I had been able to attend one of these to be in the presence of true comedic greatness.
If you can make Jimmy Stewart laugh that hard, you truly are a comedic genius!
If you haven't ever seen Foster Brooks roast Don Rickles you're in for a treat!
The talent sat at that table.. Wow.
So true!!
The greatest "Lush" ever on TV! Foster Brooks was the greatest and watching those roasts were a big part of my childhood. I can still remember my parents howling with laughter!
Thank you. Foster Brooks will never be surpassed.
Being funny without being vulgar or nasty. Yeah, I still remember those days.
HE STILL MAKES US LAUGH AND LIVES ON IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE WHO LOVED HIM. THANK YOU
Jimmy Stewart was my dad's commanding officer on the plane they flew on🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🗽🗽🗽🗽👏👏👏👏✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️
God bless and thanks for your Dads service
A totally unsubstantiated comment. In other words, 🐂💩.
these celebrity were the best can't find real comedy like this anymore .miss those times.
repeats of these today would blow away anything on tv .
I love coming back and watching Foster Brooks, so funny
Hello 👋. How are you?,,.
There are really really very few 'one of a kind' entertainers in this world.
Thanks for sharing the much missed and definite one of a kind, Mr.Foster Brooks.
Thanks for the comment and for viewing the video.
Thanks,love it
The one of a kind comedians has actually passed way. This talent don't exist today.
James Stewart flew bombing missions over Vietnam, a fact a lot of people don't know. During WWII when he was sent home, (after 25 bombing missions in B-17's) the C/O of the airbase in England was asked why he sent him stateside, and he said that " I don't want to go down in history as the guy that got Jimmy Stewart killed". True story.
great humor that has never been matched
Dean was ready to lose it when Foster came up to the podium. Even though it's just an act, people were already cracking up before he even said anything. Foster Brooks was a master at his craft.
So right!
Foster stood up for like 3 seconds and Martin was laughing already
I'm so thankful to have grown up during that time when all those people were entertainers. I sorely miss the days, but everyone does eventually and says so. These too are those good old days, as the old song Carly Simon sang reminds us. Cherish them, don't waste or take them for granted. Love those around you. One day, memories will be all we have.
"You're not half as sorry as I am." That's gold, Jerry! Gold!
I have never, ever seen Dean laugh so hard than roasting Sen. Hubert Humphrey and Foster Brooks!
"That's what I was born for... to service women." | "Nobody's Perfect!" two lines x'D
Fantastic flashback! Oh how I miss all the old comical geniuses, like a lot of you said, no politics, no cussing, and still hilarious!
P
Ppp moi
ps can you imagine being a young Air Sevice man in USAAF and a tall Actor In a Officer's Uniform walks up and its Jimmy Stewart....my God bless your soul Sir and all those young men...
pure classics i never get tired of watching. thank you
+Michael Edwards Thanks for the comment.
John W Hard
SO MUCH TALENT AT THIS TABLE NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Jimmy Stewart was a first class aviator, he flew his full compliment of 20 missions, and was a decorated hero flying difficult bombing missions over Nazi germany.
Even reached Brigadier general if I remember correctly
@@Rigatony32 yes you are correct on that and for anyone else that wants to know: On March 22, 1941, Jimmy Stewart was drafted into the U.S. Armed Forces. ... Stewart ended the war with 20 combat missions. He remained in the USAF Reserve and was promoted to brigadier general on July 23, 1959. He retired on May 31, 1968.
AMEN James, Jimmy is a man who served with honor, lead by example, his courage and commitment to the security of the USA, is something the entitled, spoiled know it's all something 98% of our population actually believe that we are the problem in the world, less than 2% of the population volunteer to serve in the military, that's pathetic that a big part of that 98% disrespect military men and women. These liberal trools think they can have anything they want whatever they want it, if they don't get what they want they start riots destroying peoples businesses and person property. I'm only saying this to contrast what the men and women did to secure the country for all who follow. Jimmy was a true American hero, those two words are so over used they've lost their meaning but Jimmy is the real deal, served with honor and distinction, he loved this country. Looking at what these liberal lugnuts have already done to purposefully hurt this country because they still don't accept the fact hillary lost and President Trump won., and will win again. Can't wait to see the meltdowns then. Everyone who puts on a military uniform is why these entitled, mellinial brats and punks are free to be the ignoramouses they are. Men like Jimmy are practically extinct today. Anyway... I digress. Thanks Jimmy, for your patriotism and service to this country and for us all (RIP).
Nothing today in Hollywood like Jimmy Stewart. A true hero.
@@mattygates1 today actors dont carpet bomb cities
I think Foster WAS the show
Foster is an under the radar LEGEND
Wow!
Love these!
Look at all the classic and distinguished guests at the dais.
OMG - I am 58 but I remember watching these with my mom and dad and laughing because they were laughing.
These are the best!!!
Thank you.
I remember my Dad imitate Foster Brooks when I was really young , he did
He would be just like him ! Very funny! 😂🤣 They don't make comedians like him anymore! I miss those days!
Not one swear word or distasteful joke and still Funny......that's Legend
Foster Brooks = Immortal
We will never see this kind of comedic talent ever again. All of these comedians and actors were very good at their craft. They knew when to throw an insult that was funny, not degrading or vulgar. Everyone was subject to a barrage of insults and they grinned and laughed because this was a time way before POLITICAL CORRECTNESS. Todays celebrity roasts can not equal or surpass this real comedy. Today there will be lawsuits for doing standup comedy like this. The KARENS of today have no spine or sense of humor. Don Rickles will always be know as the “Merchant of Venom” as Dean Martin would say, or the master insults. Don did his routine up until he died and it astonishes me that no one tried to cancel him. And Foster Brooks playing the drunk. He did this so convincingly that you had to laugh. Most everyone has a sense of humor and enjoys a good laugh. I don’t find the quality of humor today such as these Dean Martin Roasts had and still has. These were very funny and talented comedians and actors and these roasts will be enjoyed by new fans that will discover them. To keep good wholesome talent is to remember how it was done years ago. To watch these funny skits is paying tribute to REAL comedians. They are gone now but will always be loved for their talents that made us laugh.
no political commentary, no swear words.....and funnier than anything on late night tv today!
This contrast is a good example of how far our standards have fallen.
And no one being offended by every single thing!
@@JamesMilliganJr Sadly too damn true!
NBC did not allow cursing in prime time in the 1970s.
Today they will have a hell of a time catching up to these guys! Not sure if it can be done anymore it has been so long since I’ve seen anyone even close!
The 'woof' line cracks me up, every time!
You can’t just watch one of Foster’s roasts. On and on to another I go.
Me too!
The greatest, a true gentleman and friend to a lot of people.
"Unfortunately, the areal photographs showed that we wiped out Trenton, NJ!" 🙂🙂🙂 My good God I died on that one!
sadly we will never see talent like this again.
Oh Mr Brooks I keep going back playing all your Roasting! Thanks for all the laughs sir
"I opened fire at two o'clock, & shot off my wristwatch."
Foster Brooks was AWESOME!!!
I love these Foster Brooks clips!
George Burns, Red Buttons, Lucille Ball, Tony Randall, Rowan and Martin, etc.... what a class of American greats. Never again.
All members of the Greatest Generation!
dino was the whole show.
Gone, but NEVER forgotten!!
No kidding my friend😊👍🏾👍🏾
Bring the legends back to earth God so we can MAGA!
What's the point of having Prozac when you can have Foster Brooks? -plus, at no cost and with no side effects.
Lori Hanks Another side effect is that you may laugh so much you might end up falling completely off your chair and rolling around on the floor🪑🤣🤣
But Foster is just as addictive, if not more.But if laughter is the best medicine... Foster healed millions.
I believe he made a very good career of it and stayed very sober all the time! He gave us many happy hours and still goes on that way. He gave us happy hours!
You know someone is funny when people start laughing before he even says a word!
This is comedy gold...
Foster is a LEGEND !🤣
Jimmy Stewart's has always been my favorite actor. God bless him.
Jimmy was a man to be respected and admired. His service to our country was something he was proud of, and as humble he was he was a fierce defender of his men and country. I don't think there's even 4 or 5 today that could have his attitude because in this spoiled and confused bunch of clueless idiots would attack him for "killing peaceful people". I'll stop here before I say something I shouldn't. Jimmy was a war hero and he deserves our highest respect and thanks from us all... RIP Jimmy, and thank you for your service to our country.
And his portrayal of Glenn Miller in 'The Glenn Miller Story' is UNSURPASSED since that movie was released!!!
@@margarethicks5806 I've gotta watch that Margaret, thanks.
I get the same blowback from people for me being a Vietnam Vet in the U.S.A.F. in an Air Rescue unit after enlisting at 17, having gotten a G.E.D. through Job Corps at 16. Never killed anyone, saved guys lives and was proud to do it.
There will never be anymore like this table full!! So hilarious!!
Could watch him for hours...
I came across these by accident and laughed till I cried. So many nights as a teen watching this humour and still great 50 years later. Clean fun but so politically incorrect it could never air today.
Foster Brooks was a comedy genius. Up in the air in combat....I shoot 2 O'clock and hit my wrist watch. This man was hilarious!
Foster Brooks was the best drunk who never drank. He was really this good. Today's entertainers rely on alcohol and drugs to get by.
Foster Brooks will tear you apart, with his imagination, you laugh for days thinking about him.
Jimmy Stewart, an underrated actor and a real life war hero! And a guy who could take a joke too 😁😁😁
Edit: notice how Jimmy gave Foster Brooks an honorary salute at the end? True class 😎😎😎
AFI had him rated third greatest actor ever so not sure he was underrated but a great actor and better person .
Definitely One of the Best Comedians!!
Hello 👋. How are you?.,
I enjoy imitating Foster Brooks to my friends.
Foster Brooks was drunk on ONLY one thing . . . comedic genius.
The good old days!!!! I miss those times!!!
he was the funnest man ever that never drink
Actually, he did drink. He stopped drinking after some guy placed $10 bet to him if he could go a day without alcohol. After that bet he didn't drink again. He took the bet because he needed the money.
@@panowa8319 not what I've heard. I've heard he never drank a day in his life and could act perfectly drunk
Loved watching these when I was a kid 😂😂😂😊☺️
Im 65 years old and this is all i watch the good ol tv
Hi Scott, I agree... Those were times I will never forget. Foster was truly the king of comedy, his talent far outweighs those of his peers. I miss those days.
Ah those were the days and those were the best entertainers.
"That's what I was born for was to service women..." LOL
We Were In A Briefing Room Walking Around In Our Briefs LMAO
"He got a WAFF and I got a woof"
"We bombed New Jersey . . nobody's perfect. . "
Lol!!
My mom LOVED watching Dean Martin’s Celebrity Roasts and LOVED every time they had Foster Brooks!
Many memories of hearing my mom laughing so hard at him! Great Memories that I relived as a teenager at home was the airing of moments like this! ❤ They don’t make ‘em like this anymore! Thanks for sharing!
I new of jimmy's wartime aviation,but not of foster's and they shared the same missions.Everyday's a schoolday,R I P two legends🙏🏼
Doesn't get any better than Foster Brooks. He was even funnier than Don Rickles
The man's a genius!
My favorite comedian of all time......Drop dead GENIUS!!!!!
This is the creme de la creme of American Great of Era.In All its Panoply .We wont see this again these retrospective montages of comedic geniuses in our presence....But I still laugh until it hurts...take a breath and watch some More...You cant get enough of this I am going to keep watching until my eyes go square...square glasses to remedy it 🤓🤗
"What's the point spread on Dolly this week?" Holy shit I almost died!
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