Richard Pryor On Eddie Murphy And His Comedy Heroes | The Dick Cavett Show
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- Richard Pryor discusses hollywood icons, comedy heroes and a brief encounter with Eddie Murphy!
Date aired - 12/16/1985 - Richard Pryor
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Dick Cavett has been nominated for eleven Emmy awards (the most recent in 2012 for the HBO special, Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett Together Again), and won three. Spanning five decades, Dick Cavett’s television career has defined excellence in the interview format. He started at ABC in 1968, and also enjoyed success on PBS, USA, and CNBC.
His most recent television successes were the September 2014 PBS special, Dick Cavett’s Watergate, followed April 2015 by Dick Cavett’s Vietnam. He has appeared in movies, tv specials, tv commercials, and several Broadway plays. He starred in an off-Broadway production ofHellman v. McCarthy in 2014 and reprised the role at Theatre 40 in LA February 2015.
Cavett has published four books beginning with Cavett (1974) and Eye on Cavett (1983), co-authored with Christopher Porterfield. His two recent books -- Talk Show: Confrontations, Pointed Commentary, and Off-Screen Secrets (2010) and Brief Encounters: Conversations, Magic moments, and Assorted Hijinks(October 2014) are both collections of his online opinion column, written for The New York Times since 2007. Additionally, he has written for The New Yorker, TV Guide, Vanity Fair, and elsewhere.
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Richard Pryor smiling is a wonderful sight.
The eddie murphy comments start at 7:20
Dentsun4228 Thanks for this info.
More likes should happen for this
Lol thank you
You are the best lol
Thanks, I was about end the video.
Richard Pryor Legend of Comedy
Superman III
Agreed !
Eddie Murphy talked about this in an interview just a few days ago, awesome first meeting Richard showed him such love & respect ✊🏾
Dick Cavett is a highly underrated host/interviewer.
“Bob Hope was the only boxer who had to be carried INTO the ring””
I’m dying here 🤣
This is the kind of talk show we need today. I could listen to conversations like this all night
This was the Talk Show for them days. And unfortunately they won't Ever be back again!
My favorite comedian of all time!
@Jim McCracken Great interviewer though, puts Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon to shame "not having to read off cards and pretend to care". I thought he was funny he made even made Pryor laugh
SKIP BAYLESS IN HIS OTHER LIFE!!!
Miss you Rich, you're the best comedian of all time!!!!!! R.I.P
I love their vocabulary they used back then. Mr Cavett has always been amazing like that and it brings it out of Richard
Cavett was so good. Acted so naive but was razor sharp and adapted to every guest differently.
That he did.
In his face, the MS was just beginning to show. But his genius never wavered. Sweet, truthful prophet. The best of the best.
I miss talk shows like this, where the audience isn't pre-pumped like idiots on laughing gas or queued to laugh at the host. Some of Cavett's jokes fall flat and we're actually allowed to realize that.
Cavett was all about the guest which in a talk show should be the focus; not the host. And I resent the pretense of variety that Fallon and Corden do as well as the 30 suffering minutes about politics like Colbert and Myers do. Conan is alright though, but Graham Norton is in my opinion the greatest talk show host currently.
Greg Epps Great observation & commentary
Indeed.
I mean really falt
int my thoughts exactly👍
I remember Bob Hope, and Red Skeleton. I used to watch everything of theirs along with my parents. Butt,,Richard was my all time! ❤, that man, as well as Eddie Murphy! No one can compare! Then of course many others! Thank's for these older clips. Sure miss M.! ✌❤😁
As a little kid, there was a child-like quality I latched onto about him... even when he was being filthy. First thing I ever saw was Bustin' Loose, and he stood out -- I was probably 7 or 8, but he made an impression. Always loved him and that made me a fan of his Saturday Morning Kid's Show "Pryor's Place" which was odd, but there was an innocence about him. As I grew older, I saw Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life is Calling... and I thought he was amazing, considering what he lived through. That film is somewhat maligned, but he's great in it. He didn't deserve MS, and it's sad he went out like that... but he's a legend.
As opposed to all other PwMS (people with MS) .. they deserve it.
@@fergalhughes165 Come on man you know what the sarge meant
Why are there such hateful assholes living on this earth now??
Pryor's place was the shit, fuck what others say. And ray Parker Jr did his thang on the theme song. Still play that from time to time yell
A little trivia for you: Pryor was high asf making that movie. Bustin Loose.
Two Great Talents Dick who is 83 years of age and the late great Richard Franklin Lennox Thomas Pryor (December 1, 1940 - December 10, 2005) AKA Richard Pryor really miss his humor! R.I.P.
Thanks to Robin Williams, I got to know about Jonathan Winters and Richard Pryor. These guys are legends. I don’t wanna refer to them in the past tense. They’re still a legend. No one and I repeat no one comes close to their level.
Rest In Peace Robin, Jonathan and Richard.
Seinfeld and Chappelle are unequivocally at that same level as well
@@ScottThrill He speaks of those that have PASSED on.
except for Norm Macdonald
Paul Mooney Chappelle Bill Burr Katt Williams, Robin Harris, Carlin, D.C. Curry, Chris Rock, And Patrice Oneal fanboys and fan girl's might objectively have a contrarian opinion.
"I was born in Peoria, Illinois!" I've gone to sleep many a night listening to my favorite of all time, Mr. Richard Pryor.
eigrp Sorry to hear that you're from Peoria
I was born in Tupelo Mississippi lol
eigrp Weight
"My name is Mudbone, mam"
" Ma'am Ms. Ma'am, I tip my hat I said" My name is Mudbone." This bitch reached over and smacked up side my head, "Pe-OOOW", I said "Goddamn I think this bitch just shot me". Classic
I had the honor to walk down the street with this man , meeting Richard was the highlight of my life it was just him and me for 3 nyc blocks it was awesome
That's a great memory! Thanks for Sharing!
Richard was a CLASS ACT.
'Hey Rich! 'What!'
Pryor had an obvious deep respect of and admiration for Bob Hope. When Cavett mentioned Hope was in Pryors audience it genuinely surprised him, almost took his breath away.
Wasn't it nice when entertainment was a bit more simple? They are talking about some of the most mundane things but it still makes me smile. They're not trying to sell anything or promote anything, they're just two comedians hanging out and talking in front of an audience.
Podcasts. Same thing.
Just a little prayer. Thanks guys for bringing us joy and happiness in a troubled world. As far as I know Dick is still with us and I hope he is comfortably retired, healthy, happy and loved. He is a talented, kind and decent man.
Rest In Peace Richard. Thank you for making us laugh at ourselves and this crazy life we shared, you are appreciated and missed.
I’m dying and every little thing I’ve experienced seems so important and profound now. Take care everybody and thank you for all the hard work, love and wonderful things you do that make the world a better place.
So sorry to read about your situation Sir I pray that your days are long and filled with joy may God Continue To Bless And Keep You!!
That's a really positive post my friend, so thankyou too. Much love and luck to you on your travels.
I’m sure that the difference between good comedians and legends is timing. Richard Pryor is every bit legendary. Check his timing in completely unscripted conversation. Sensational
Veronica, call me 312 221 882
Humble, sensitive soul. A true legend. ❤️🖤💚
Respect!
It’s actually lovely to see grown men exchange story with such vulnerability.
Talk shows seemed they used to be spontaneous. Now they go over everything they say.nndo before the show
@@briancannon3987 it’s been going on for awhile. I remember in about 1998 someone invited me to the letterman show when I was living in nyc. I was stunned at how little was off the cuff and how every joke was rehearsed. sad.
The guy just beams HONESTY - couldn't be a phony if he tried.
Something that always captured my attention on Richard, was his eyes like a scared person always.
Might of been the blow
Leroy Green what’s Cabal?
Yep; they're both f****** loaded..
@@closbeats1 the secret zionist society that controls your money, media, education & food all from the shadows.
NoLoVE 💔 thanks, I’ll do some research on this👍🏽
@3:46 “White folks still in the lead.” Louis Armstrong says to Richard Pryor.😉🤣
+Sun GODIS that was Classic!!
Even if black men were in the lead nobody would know the difference it's something that might take a couple of more Generations before it's understood and accepted as a real equality.
I'm suprised Cavett never heard that one -- it was a staple in Black comedy for decades. Armstrong usually gets credit for inventing it, but there are various versions of it in folklore and old blues routines, so it's hard to know where it really originated.
@@zorroonmilkavitch1840 We ruled the planet for eons until about several hundred years ago.
The leading is dwindling. It's like Usain Bolt closing in on Justin Gatlin.
I don't understand how this channel isn't more popular!
I watch all these clips . Some of them I have a foggy recollection of seeing from my childhood
@@gardensofthegods You see, I'm only 20 so these videos are not only a window into the past, but a way for me to see how things change and evolve.
@@oldcoffer ..and stay exactly the same.
@@onetwothreefourfivesixlemo638 exactly! and when I said evolve I meant how concepts branch out and are modified but leave traces of where they've come from everywhere (i can't seem to word this properly)
@@oldcoffer Agreed (:
Richard Pryor just looks at Cavett and lit a cigarette. That’s savage! 😂
Back when you could smoke anywhere. Funny how Dave Chappelle just did that to Eddie Murphy on SNL
@Eastwood Unforgiven .. yea he did! Eddie like “I didn’t know you can smoke on stage” Chappell “you can’t” and cheesed!
JoJo Dancer was his biography,sad and one of his best films
i found out about this movie late.... may rewatch
It’s a masterpiece
"Stir Crazy" the illest
See no Evil, Hear no Evil movie
@@ellew.9213 "Bustin Loose" ... Those kids were me lol
Him and gene wilder together were amazing they bounced off each other the first 10 minutes of hear no evil I never laughed so hard.
I love these old shows they bring back the days when comedy was funny and the memories of great times in my childhood
"Can't resist getting laughs now & then". He gets 'em every damn time he speaks.😅
RIP my men...we still remember you and love you...
A lot of comics did some great serious roles in films. Richard Pryor never really got to do that...I think he was talented enough to win an Oscar.
No
Um grease lighting, jojo dancer
@Dynamic Voltage -
He drug and drinking abuse made studios nervous in giving him the opportunity to work outside of comedy. Comedy you could almost bank on, but anything else he just did not have the reputation needed to risk that type of money on.
Pryor gives a great performance in Blue Collar. Maybe his best performance ever.
Lady sings the blues
It's amazing Eddie Murphy is everywhere now and all these videos are popping up everywhere about Eddie Murphy the Hollywood PR machine is in full effect
It's to promote his new movies &/or put him back in the public eye!
This is what a LOT of celebrities do they only come out of hiding to promote their new material!
In Eddie's case I am wondering if "My Name is Dolemite" was not promoted enough & he is making more face time for the upcoming "Coming to America" project!
@@heruthecoppercoloredgod7311 Dolomite is a good movie..
Marketing. He may be behind it. He's got 10 kids! Eddie kept a low profile for years.
Brilliance. On both sides of the table
11:51 Pryors face after getting put on blast....priceless..
Savage
You can really tell both men have great time for each other
The greatest thing about Richard Pryor is not his wit, but he was brilliant. It's not his improvisation skills. It's not his subject matter, his coolness, or his cursing. It was his vulnerability. As raw as he could get, Richard lacked swagger and arrogance. He was honest on stage and you could see just under the surface the tears behind the laughter.
Pryor was robbed of a third act, and we were deprived of seeing what that would have been.
Beautifully put
I agree, but I recall that second act had worn thin at the end with me. That last stuff he did with Gene Wilder were cringe-worthy (to me).
@@cordellsenior9935 You didn't like Stir Crazy or See No Evil Hear No Evil?
@@sensimania Stir Crazy was great. I couldn't bear to watch the other one when I saw the trailer back in the day. The charm of their act looked pretty old and worn at that point.
@@cordellsenior9935 Aaww that's a shame! I really liked See no Evil...
YOUR’E WRONG 😂
The redirect by Richard over the Hot thing was masterful ! Rich is one of those guys you can’t get over on verbally. That is an art !
Why is there NO desk slapping, gasp laughing, in awe and finding every thing awesome ?
Because dick cavett isn't a fukk boy like Jimmy Stephen or Fallon.
😀
He's Dick Cavett, not Arsenio Hall.
That bathroom quip? I think about almost every single day with different people. lol! Not really wanting it to, but there it is! lmao
richard had so much charisma
The master at work ! Pure legend
Wow! I moved to Killeen, Texas 19 months ago. Really a small town then. Has become a retirement magnate now.
Most interesting thing about Pryor is hardly how Murphy was influenced. Cavett ain't Jimmy Fallon. He's not gushing all over his guest like the biggest fan-friend.
Fallon's the king of celebrity fawning to a pathetic level. He's the worst and Kimmel is the Prince In Waiting. Conan and Cordon are the Dukes and Lords of suck'n up and I'm missing names of at least 3 more (Ellen too). Cavett's long form format always made for a better interview of the same talent pool, but Carson's show and fluff format ruled and all these desk jockeys have been poorly imitating Johnny ever since. Cavett, Merv, Mike, live audience shows had different format and yet got a more relaxed, insightful, and personal interview. Johnny was great but People RARELY got heavy or insightful on The Tonight Show.
Or that British fruit.
That's valid, but don't forget...at this point in time, Eddie Murphy was arguably the biggest star in the WORLD at the time. People really don't grasp that...he was right there with Michael Jackson, who was basically a recluse at this point.
Awesome.. Who's still watching in 2020 ? . (there's always some douche who posts such comments and this time it's me :)
righteous!
I'm watching in 3020
“🤚🏾”
Dear Richard. Miss him and his truth😊♥️
Wow I was stationed in Fort Hood (Killeen), TX... I was shocked when he said Killeen...
Wow, he mentions Murphy for all of 3 seconds.
Out here in California in the 80's our drive in theater's in the day were swap meets, i use to think that the white screen was showing a movie only we couldn't see it because it was sunny, too much light. i thought that if i climbed up to the screen i could press my face to the screen and use my hands to cover the light, then i could see what movie they were playing.
A LEGEND FOREVER ICONC ICON
these guys are clearly deep friends here and enjoy each other and admire their respective talents .... RARE now a days
There in same generation there three year's apart in there ages,
richard Pryor helped people of different races understand each other.
9:42 “…I ain’t coming back”. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 love and miss our old humorism sss😂
These two definitely bond.
I grew up in rural southern Ohio never met a black man or woman till the mid 80s but I look back on my childhood and my heroes have always been black people like Ali,Redd Foxx,yea even O.J.at one time Richard Pryor was truly a great comedian
Richard I've only got to see his face and I'm lol funnest comedy man ever. From Dennis in the UK
Dick cavett was the man writing for your favorite late night host comedian Johny Carson and a few others
The GOAT 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
@3:40 wow..great back stories. Cavett always had the best dry humor. A National Treasure..
Fascinating to hear about their appearance on Operation Entertainment, one of the lost Chuck Barris series.
I’ve watched all of his movies what a legend Richard and gene had excellent chemistry and worked well together. Hear no evil see no evil was a excellent film
Aye, just hope was joking when slagged him off! Those 2 were a great combo.
Richard had a quick wit!!!😂 Rip🙏🏾
Man they don’t make interviews this real anymore. No edits
12:08 Richard almost said e-mail but the public wasn't supposed to know about it yet
Jokes still hitting today.. Salute
Still Legends. 2021
The look Richard gave Cavett at 11:56 when they discussed his burning experience.
2021... We made it through.
Audience Member: Hey Rich!
Rich: WUT???!!!
Historical piece of film ........ miss you mudbone 😁👳
12:15 The audience laughed, but he was so serious at that moment!!!
Patrick Williams 😂it looked like rich was ready to punch him
@@AhmadHamzabalad No, I didn't mean it like that, I was talking about the Either in the Earth,"Richard P. really understand what he's saying at that moment"!!! I that's why he said Ty, I really appreciate it!!!
I have to admit not knowing the "Little Beaver" reference, and I'm not that young. Looked it up and he was a character from the Red Ryder series of comic books, films and tv show...
Love them both!
I grewup in Killeen/Fort Hood Texas..
Honestly i have never seen Richard outside of movies, I like him alot he is a genuine dude
Episode dated 16 December 1985
Pryor will always be funny AF ！
Stir Crazy is one of my all time favorite movies.
I love you Richard Pryor and miss u
RIP RICHARD PRYOR YOUR STILL ONE OF MY FAVORITES 😍 😢 🙏 ❤️ 💙 💔 😍 😢 🙏 ❤️ 💙 💔 😍 😢 🙏
7:20 is the very short Eddie comment. If you are here just for that then click here.
Thank you Ace.
I remember the first time I even became aware of Richard Pryor was way back when Stir Crazy was first released with him and Gene Wilder. These two were absolute comedy geniuses. After that, I got to see Silver Streak. It's just sad that we lost him some time ago. Those two were great together, like Abbott and Costello.
My favorite duo , perfect together
@@michaelcar9268 There are few comedy teams that are of the same caliber. Laurel and Hardy, Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, Abbott and Costello ... it's just sad that comedy, these days, doesn't have the same quality as it used to have.
Mate at the moment I'm binging this stuff... that was a goody
He was here in Killeen? And it was cold???? lol it does get cold here for like half a day.
I love this channel
The Godfather of Comedy
Freezing in Killeen TX? Hard to imagine. Great interview 👍
44degrees today...ijs/
It was colder than that in Austin in jan 1985. I froze my butt off in USAF Lackland basic training. 20 degrees at 4am, standing in formation. Brrrrr!
*•°•☆Hope All is getting better in Texas now. The past couple of weeks have been trying for all who've been affected.
The sky grew forever dark 20 years later
I’m assuming you mean Richard Pryor’s death. He died in 2005. 👍
Dick kinda makes you feel like you could be a host too, he's so natural.
Everything was done by Richard în his live in concert show. EDDIE is the perfect imitation for Richard. Eddie and Damon Wayans are Pryor's kids in Stand up Comedy. Aries Spears Rocks. 🤘🏻🤠🎸
So...they (Richard, Dick, Jimmy Dean, the great Satchmo) did a show at Ft Hood? Man...did I miss out...
What an event that must've been!
Love, Miss Pryor
He forgot about Flip Wilson performing Geraldine he paved the way for Richard Pryor doing multiple characters on Wich way is up
Richard Pryor n Paul Mooney wrote his material
Richard Pryor came before Flip Wilson! Richard came out in the early 60's, Flip came out towards the late sixties. I remember Richard being on the Johnny Carson show the early 60's and Flip coming out towards the late 60's around 67or 68.
@@Granny73 Richard Pryor and Paul Mooney was writing for him too