That's called the golden age fallacy, I would say snap out of it. Lots of fantastic comedy going on right now, may I recommend a British comedian called Stewart Lee for example
You are so right.Im 55 and I was there when there weren't computers and cell phones.It was so much simpler and people knew how to think for theirselves.I have 2 friends now that are addicted to the shit and all they care about is staring at the computer all day, every day.They cant think anymore.The simplest things elude them.Gotta check with the computer to see what I should do next. Its pathetic. Hope you're smart enough to use it and not abuse it. Farewell, you young Whipper snapper.
No swear words?? Who needs swear words when you're (jokingly of course) attempting to completely denigrate humiliate and tear a person's name, reputation or life's work apart. He could have chosen to be a straight stand up comedian without the insults.... but no.
I miss the old fashioned roasts. These guys were so talented and had so much genuine fun with each other. This kind of humour just doesn't exist any longer.
I saw Don Rickles perform live on stage twice. He was the greatest. He reminds me of my Uncle Frankie who would always insult you but deep down, you could feel he loved you.
Don Rickles is a master of comedy, a genius, and one of the nicest people on the planet. And he's done it for over 6 decades. Well done Mr. Rickles, glad you had people around YOU who cared. Ya hockey puck. lol
In 1974 I was at Sportmans Park in Chicago for the night racing card and spotted Rickles at a table nearby with his wife and another couple. I wanted to say hello and have him sign my program but I figured I better get a few insults ready to fling at him in case he started in on me. (I would retort with: "Did you get a lollipop with that haircut?") Anyway, I stopped by with my program in hand and politely told him how much I enjoyed his work. He offered me a seat to join them, asked me who I liked in the next race, signed my program, offered to buy me a drink. I thanked him for the autograph, declined on joining them (that really would have been imposing), and left with even more respect for him than ever before. He was a consummate pro and all-around great guy. There'll never be another like him.
Great memory I’m sure, lovely story. He was one of the best ever, up there with Groucho, for me anyway. And wasn’t it great that even while he was slagging off every form of person (race, sex, class etc.), it was all taken in good faith. No one ever walked out, called the authorities or got up on their ‘PC horse’. Classic comedy, we’ll never see the likes of it again. Hope you all have a nice day ✋
THIS is COMEDY ! I watched all the Roasts as a kid, and NO ONE made me laugh as hard as Don Rickles - I laughed so hard I was crying ! Yeah, my humor runs right along with Don Rickles', Thank You Don! More than once you saved my life with your humor, and God Bless you for It!. The cool thing was - you KNEW he was kidding, and that he was a real class act. I am 55, and seeing all these stars that we knew as kid start to pass on makes me a bit sad because these stars were of a different breed of stars than we see today, more old-school, if you will. and I laughed so hard here, I was crying now too ! Rock On, Don Rickles ~ You Are a Class Act and you will be sorely missed !
I'm 58 and I too watched these as a kid and loved them, but I think I love them even more now because they remind of the many, many comics we've lost at a time when we seem to need them the most. Sadly, these wonderful people are beyond our grasp now, I'm sure there's lots of laughter in Heaven.
I thought I was the only one who could watch this when I'm down and it makes my crack up, Rickles was one of a kind (RIP)... I turned to these roasts all the time. It's 47 years ago when comedy was clean and people could take a joke knowing it's just fun, not real or insulting.
As you can see Don Rickles didn't insult Foster Brooks but only compliments been given really shows how underrated Brooks is as a comedian. Rare gem indeed.
Ah, but Rickles insulted best the ones he was closest to. He insulted Sinatra often, and Sinatra would go see Rickles perform regularly for the privilege of being insulted.
They didn't swear (and they didn't have to), they had great routines and the timing & wit to deliver them to appreciative audiences (just like the true professionals they really were)! I for one miss that very much.
I found that very endearing, he obviously respected him very much. I noticed that also in other roasts, when Brooks performs Rickles seem to be having a ball. A truly great performer and, from everything I have read about him, a true gentleman.
Political correctness has killed humor. Some people are offended by absolutely everything. And if it offends them they will make sure we cannot see it.
I loved it when Don Rickles picks on the people in the audience. "Oh We have a seal in the crowd" 4:38. Sometimes feel sorry for the poor bugger that interrupts or heckles Don it's funny as hell though. We need this type of comedy back in the world today. We will always miss you Don and the whole Rat Pack. I miss you even now. I wish I had a time machine just so that I could get the chance to meet you. Thank you for making me smile and laugh in the dark world.
I think it's because they all know each other so there's actual love and friendship. Nowadays it's just random comedians roasting celebs like it's the first time they met. They roast everyone with what people read about them in the headlines. There's history behind the jokes in these old roasts.
Watching this I am thankful for Dean Martin- who actually was a very honorable man- quite unlike his persona - but without him we never would have had the comic genius Don Rickles
Those were the day's when comedians were really funny with their side-splitting gags. It is so sad to think so many of them are no longer with us. RIP.
God bless Don Rickles,who has made us all aware of laughing at ourselves,and for making this world wake up to the humor that each of us human characters possess.I cherish this man!Thank you,Don,for all the wonderful times on TV,all these years and counting!.....
He’s red hot and fires joke after joke without pause! The greatest male comic bar none! I saw him about 30 years ago when he and Joan Rivers came to my city. A hilarious night!
Dean Martin was one of my favorite actors and singers. The talent on this show is amazing. Telly Savalas and Don Rickels were in the wild ass move Kelly's Heroes with Clint Eastwood too. Rickles....the merchant of venom! LOL!
One thing that I have noticed in this video that not a lot of people have mentioned is that Don Rickles is one of the most underrated impersonators. He nails down impressions of Dean Martin and Joey Bishop to the T.
Just thinking the same. I've watched pretty much every Rickles video on YT, and he always nails the impressions. And you're right - the impressions usually get overlooked by his lightning wit and comedic genius.
Somewhere in heaven, the ultimate roast is taking place. Robin, Carlin, Pryor, Rickles, Sinatra, Martin etc. RIP to a time when people could have fun, mess around with their friends, no hurt feelings, just alot of laughs. Thanks for the laughs Mr Warmth, here's to the Merchant of Venom and the Master of Malice!
I’m 59 now and absolutely loved this era as Nick Sr. Never laughed so hard🥰 and that always made me happy, as he left my life at 14 in 1977 for good from a bitter divorce …these were absolutely wonderful times for my father and me . The world is in a terrible way today 🌎
there has not been nothing ever like this again,This is when entertainers were real entertainers this is what every entertainer should aspire to be. I miss these days
Note that Don just paid Foster Brooks a compliment, all the other members of the dais he torched. THAT's how good Foster is. THAT's how much Don respected Foster.
Don Rickles never had a script when he was doing his live shows. He was off the cuff, which made him who he was. Mr. Warmth touched so many people. Don was amazing!
When I watch these, and remember how I was a young boy at the time and saw a lot of them on the television, I start crying... my GOD how far we have fallen in this country.
how great was the way Don Rickles didnt even roast with anything legend Mr. Foster Brooks just admired him...then you know wat kind of Legend Foster Brooks was...RiP Legends we need you and your humor today
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A comedy legend and a true icon.
R.I.P Don Rickles 1926-2017
@Shoeless Joe Jackson nope, he actually died in 2017
@Shoeless Joe Jackson You really are a clueless asswipe,aren't you?! RIP Don!❤
Um cum is actually like really healthy and stuff, like theres no problem if you like eating it - plus it tastes good :)
@Shoeless Joe Jackson Jesus Christ I thought a troll was meant to be funny, this guys on a spectrum.
@Shoeless Joe Jackson Why does your brain not function at full capacity?
When Don was up and on the mic, he literally had you in stitches from laughing he was always great at his craft r.i.p to a great legend 😊
I’m 25 years old now and I must say the old times were better! Technology and society has really messed up the way we think nowadays.
Thank you
That's called the golden age fallacy, I would say snap out of it. Lots of fantastic comedy going on right now, may I recommend a British comedian called Stewart Lee for example
A lot of dumb ppl are influenced by smart phones
You are so right.Im 55 and I was there when there weren't computers and cell phones.It was so much simpler and people knew how to think for theirselves.I have 2 friends now that are addicted to the shit and all they care about is staring at the computer all day, every day.They cant think anymore.The simplest things elude them.Gotta check with the computer to see what I should do next. Its pathetic. Hope you're smart enough to use it and not abuse it. Farewell, you young Whipper snapper.
@@andrewroberts8139 Where are all the fantastic comedians having fun together like this in order to honor someone?
Yes, it doesn't exist anymore.
This is true comedy. No swear words. Just pure comedy
you can have good comedy with swear words, it doesn't make it any less "pure" or "trve"
No swear words??
Who needs swear words when you're (jokingly of course) attempting to completely denigrate humiliate and tear a person's name, reputation or life's work apart. He could have chosen to be a straight stand up comedian without the insults.... but no.
Who cares
Blah blah blah
People sadly cannot even fathom the idea of comedy without swearing and dirtiness
I don't think any comic could make people laugh out loud like Don Rickles--he was pure comedic genius.
Jesus said be the good guy even if it hurts, for this world will reward the bad ones, but for a short time
Have you heard of Robin Williams?
Together with Foster Brooks and a whole bunch of comedians, including a U.S President or two.
a rare moment when Rickles has no biting words when he speaks of Foster Brooks.
THAT was AWESOME.
I miss the old fashioned roasts. These guys were so talented and had so much genuine fun with each other. This kind of humour just doesn't exist any longer.
Pc killed it
They laughed at each other with love and respect!! The good old days!!
Welcome to the 21st century, Chris
Also so much classier. The MTV Roasts are just gross.
@@andrewroberts8139 iu
Whenever I get depressed, I just come back here and watch this over again and again and again. Then I am not depressed anymore.
God bless You. Lord willing, We will hang out with him in Heaven!!!
i fear political correctness will cause these to be lost
Great advice!
Look outside and be distressed!! Look inside and be depressed!! Look at Messiah and get Rest ❤️🙏❤️👍
Me too!
Back when comedians messed with everyone and nobody got their feelings hurt.
Tickles does’nt compare to Foster Brooks🌹
Now, everyone is too thin skinned
EXACTLY! 😎👍🏻
@@glennatkinson698 1
you think 9 months ago was bad? You should see whats happening now.
Don Rickles one of the greatest roasters of all time. Rest in power!
The world needs Don Rickles now more than ever!
Rickles was a genius. This was the golden era of american comedy. These guys were legendary.
We need a Don Rickles today but there will never be another. RIP Mr Warmth.
My dad told me that a sense of humor isn't being able to laugh at others but at yourself
💯 absolutely true!!
I saw Don Rickles perform live on stage twice. He was the greatest. He reminds me of my Uncle Frankie who would always insult you but deep down, you could feel he loved you.
Mlke
Thats when tv & comedy was ALL TIME PRICELESS🙌🏼⭐️❤️
GOD bless don rickles...loved this...nothing makes me laugh as much as these roasts.
One of my favourite Rickles vids. Like a bunch of mates getting together and having a laugh.
His delivery was everything, he was a genius, knew him personally was a great human,and his manager Joe scandore.rest in peace,both
Then you were blessed to be around him, a comedic genius but with a caring spirit, Never mean-spirited!!🤙
@@terrydawson8371 yes a magnificent human being
He was great at delivering jokes especially on these roasts
Wish this kind of show was on today, that's why I still watch these old shows every week!
Don Rickles is a master of comedy, a genius, and one of the nicest people on the planet. And he's done it for over 6 decades. Well done Mr. Rickles, glad you had people around YOU who cared. Ya hockey puck. lol
+A T Morgan so true A T. This clip is Rickles at his incomparable best. Totally in control and brilliantly funny.
May he forever RIP.
Mr Personality.
🤣🤣🤣
In 1974 I was at Sportmans Park in Chicago for the night racing card and spotted Rickles at a table nearby with his wife and another couple. I wanted to say hello and have him sign my program but I figured I better get a few insults ready to fling at him in case he started in on me. (I would retort with: "Did you get a lollipop with that haircut?") Anyway, I stopped by with my program in hand and politely told him how much I enjoyed his work. He offered me a seat to join them, asked me who I liked in the next race, signed my program, offered to buy me a drink. I thanked him for the autograph, declined on joining them (that really would have been imposing), and left with even more respect for him than ever before. He was a consummate pro and all-around great guy. There'll never be another like him.
Great story!!! Thanks for sharing!!
@George Rosewell shut the fuck up, and let the guy enjoy his meeting on Don Rickles. Your a piece of shit for that comment you made.
@George Rosewell You are a idiot
He's my #1 stand up all time not Richard Pryor, Rickles is too quick witted his improvisation skills are second to none.
Great memory I’m sure, lovely story.
He was one of the best ever, up there with Groucho, for me anyway. And wasn’t it great that even while he was slagging off every form of person (race, sex, class etc.), it was all taken in good faith. No one ever walked out, called the authorities or got up on their ‘PC horse’.
Classic comedy, we’ll
never see the likes of it again.
Hope you all have a nice day ✋
This is the most laid back version of don I've seen but he's still great.
this is comedy at its best! no people are offended, everybody friends, just great laughs! Wish you can bring these days back!
We shall never look upon the likes of these people ever again...except on youtube.
Timothy Mahnke dean martin funral
Real, True comedy! Doesn't get any better than these guys!
"I never knew you had that much hair - you can't even tell." There's something brilliant about that line that I cannot put in words.
"...a bowl of peanuts and water with a guppy in it!". I still use that line whenever I can.
THIS is COMEDY ! I watched all the Roasts as a kid, and NO ONE made me laugh as hard as Don Rickles - I laughed so hard I was crying ! Yeah, my humor runs right along with Don Rickles', Thank You Don! More than once you saved my life with your humor, and God Bless you for It!. The cool thing was - you KNEW he was kidding, and that he was a real class act. I am 55, and seeing all these stars that we knew as kid start to pass on makes me a bit sad because these stars were of a different breed of stars than we see today, more old-school, if you will. and I laughed so hard here, I was crying now too ! Rock On, Don Rickles ~ You Are a Class Act and you will be sorely missed !
He was pure genius.his insults so funny..back then nobody got offended.today lawsuits.i sure miss real comedy.god bless you don rickles.
Joan rivers was good
I'm 58 and I too watched these as a kid and loved them, but I think I love them even more now because they remind of the many, many comics we've lost at a time when we seem to need them the most. Sadly, these wonderful people are beyond our grasp now, I'm sure there's lots of laughter in Heaven.
For me this is the Gold Standard of comedy routines😀
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That's because it is
Amen
Just imagine if we had these roast today... everyone would be shooting at one another for the offensive remarks.... Bring back the old days
For me this is the Gold Standard of comedy routines😀
When comedians were comedians, men were men, and sheep were afraid....
RIP Don Rickles
Don Rickles was a giant and a legend!
RIP everyone up on the stage
never liked him
Yeah we eat way too much beef, chicken and fish now. Sheep is a delicious meat.
Col. George S. Patton, Sr. Q
I thought I was the only one who could watch this when I'm down and it makes my crack up, Rickles was one of a kind (RIP)... I turned to these roasts all the time. It's 47 years ago when comedy was clean and people could take a joke knowing it's just fun, not real or insulting.
As you can see Don Rickles didn't insult Foster Brooks but only compliments been given really shows how underrated Brooks is as a comedian. Rare gem indeed.
I relate to that. Fosters Brooks had a gift for humour
Wow
Ah, but Rickles insulted best the ones he was closest to. He insulted Sinatra often, and Sinatra would go see Rickles perform regularly for the privilege of being insulted.
"Oh we have a seal in the crowd"lmfaooo 😂😂😂😂
A time when Americans had a sense of humor & could laugh at each other instead of hating each other.
Yes, this
Don Rickles always ends his routine with humility and many humble thank yous.
Welcome to the past, when humour was funny ,, long live the past.
There's no comedian ever that's had me in quite the stitches as Don Rikles. There was once a time when we all laughed at everyone. Ah memories...
And to think,he never wrote anything down! It all came straight out of his head! He could read a room and just go with it! A true legend!
RIP a true legend, all of them
Amem.
Bob Newhart is the only one left in 2022
A great man and comedian from a time when people had a sense of humor and weren't constantly offended by everything.
Amen
The fact was, he was a genuine, kind, sweet and humble man , the total opposite of his comedy schict.
Don offended everybody equally.
Rickles doesn’t even take a jab at Foster brooks because he respects him so much and how great he is at every roast. Class act forever and always
Remember when we really were all brothers and we could laugh at ourselves, life was better then.
They didn't swear (and they didn't have to), they had great routines and the timing & wit to deliver them to appreciative audiences (just like the true professionals they really were)! I for one miss that very much.
What’s stopping anyone now? Peoples feelings and opinions? Neither of those have any place in comedy. I do wish more of this was the norm.
These dudes were living their best lives.
Wow, lotta respect for Foster Brooks here. Just a sincere compliment; no roast whatsoever.
I found that very endearing, he obviously respected him very much. I noticed that also in other roasts, when Brooks performs Rickles seem to be having a ball. A truly great performer and, from everything I have read about him, a true gentleman.
Sensitive people today can never handle these kind of jokes
I have a totally different word for "sensitive" . Rhymes with Wussies!!!
Pathetic DEMOCRATS
@@Cccc-ky4vq Who is doing all the whining about the presidential election?
I like when Ralphie May said everyone is a Blank American
Political correctness has killed humor. Some people are offended by absolutely everything. And if it offends them they will make sure we cannot see it.
That was when everyone laughed with everyone else.
Don Rickles, may you live forever.
Charles is spot on. You just had to have lived in this era to appreciate this sort of comedy. To me it is hysterical.
The best. It's a shame there is no humor these days. These guys had it right, love, laugh and respect.
Best comedian ever. Absolute legend
I loved it when Don Rickles picks on the people in the audience. "Oh We have a seal in the crowd" 4:38. Sometimes feel sorry for the poor bugger that interrupts or heckles Don it's funny as hell though. We need this type of comedy back in the world today. We will always miss you Don and the whole Rat Pack. I miss you even now. I wish I had a time machine just so that I could get the chance to meet you. Thank you for making me smile and laugh in the dark world.
these roasts are hilarious unlike todays which are pure crap. classic 70s tv is the best
Brian Allen truth
YUP !!!!😁👍🏻
I think it's because they all know each other so there's actual love and friendship. Nowadays it's just random comedians roasting celebs like it's the first time they met. They roast everyone with what people read about them in the headlines. There's history behind the jokes in these old roasts.
I’ve read before they did do R rated roasts off tv
Notice, no vulgar language.
These were the best. I miss these shows
What an incredible era of real talent, today comedians have nothing on these guys
Not one person was safe. All jokes, celebrity and spectator alike, Don roasted EVERYBODY even himself😂😂😂😂😂😂
R.I.P. Don
When I feel down I pull up a Rickles video and feel better . May he Rest In Peace
Rickles is hilarious. The master of the insult.
We miss you, Mr. Warmth.....
Back when giants walked the earth. So much talent in one place
Truly GIANTS!!
You have to be a Sinatra friend to say these things and still leave this room alive.
Most everything improv. Pure genius! Love him. miss him.
Watching this I am thankful for Dean Martin- who actually was a very honorable man- quite unlike his persona - but without him we never would have had the comic genius Don Rickles
Those were the day's when comedians were really funny with their side-splitting gags. It is so sad to think so many of them are no longer with us. RIP.
God bless Don Rickles,who has made us all aware of laughing at ourselves,and for making this world wake up to the humor that each of us human characters possess.I cherish this man!Thank you,Don,for all the wonderful times on TV,all these years and counting!.....
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Loved Don Rickles.
Saw him in person at the Oakdale theater in Wallingford Ct
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Clever witty. Sense of great humor
Lost forever. Miss it much. Now they are . Really funny.
He’s red hot and fires joke after joke without pause! The greatest male comic bar none! I saw him about 30 years ago when he and Joan Rivers came to my city. A hilarious night!
Dean Martin was one of my favorite actors and singers. The talent on this show is amazing. Telly Savalas and Don Rickels were in the wild ass move Kelly's Heroes with Clint Eastwood too. Rickles....the merchant of venom! LOL!
Rickles a true Comedy Genius
One thing that I have noticed in this video that not a lot of people have mentioned is that Don Rickles is one of the most underrated impersonators. He nails down impressions of Dean Martin and Joey Bishop to the T.
Wanna see my car?..LOL!!
Just thinking the same. I've watched pretty much every Rickles video on YT, and he always nails the impressions. And you're right - the impressions usually get overlooked by his lightning wit and comedic genius.
america needs don rickles now more than ever.
He would tear tiny Drumpf apart, just with words!
Truth. !!!!
@Tommy Evans honestly people nowadays are way to sensitivity they would just throw hate towards him.
@@williedaniels3882 hey douche trump got roasted and was a sport,the trump jokes are tired,people r jealous of him
Bill Burr. He has taken the mantle I think.
Dr. Mueller, You are absolutely right! It takes a great deal of the understanding of the human condition to "sell" humor.
dean martin's face is the funniest thing about this video hahaha
I remember these shows when I was a kid. My dad loved Don Rickles.
Somewhere in heaven, the ultimate roast is taking place. Robin, Carlin, Pryor, Rickles, Sinatra, Martin etc. RIP to a time when people could have fun, mess around with their friends, no hurt feelings, just alot of laughs. Thanks for the laughs Mr Warmth, here's to the Merchant of Venom and the Master of Malice!
Man Don had a way of tongue lashing you that is second to none lol
Rickles was hilarious.Dean Martin was so handsome and sang like a dream.Now days they wouldn't be allowed to smoke while doing the program.
True class!! Unlike today with “ undesirables” on stage. Pure ivory!!
I’m 59 now and absolutely loved this era as Nick Sr. Never laughed so hard🥰 and that always made me happy, as he left my life at 14 in 1977 for good from a bitter divorce …these were absolutely wonderful times for my father and me . The world is in a terrible way today 🌎
Only Don rickels. The best of the best thanks for the memories. ❤
A great comedian and humanitarian!
Merchant of Venom!!....lmao....my all time favorite Rickles line: "What the hell is wrong with you?"
Don Rickles is one of a kind rare classic individual of our time.
The same happened w/ the music industry: A moment in time when legends were made. Sad to see it go. RIP.
there has not been nothing ever like this again,This is when entertainers were real entertainers this is what every entertainer should aspire to be. I miss these days
I miss Rickles. Even as an old man he was still funny.
Âge doesn’t dull your sense of humour 🎉
And he could STILL Destroy somebody in 10 seconds right up until the end. 😆😂🤣
Thank you TH-cam. Over in the UK we never got to see Don Rickles. Genius.
If you haven't already, be sure to check out his interviews on Craig Ferguson's show
Note that Don just paid Foster Brooks a compliment, all the other members of the dais he torched.
THAT's how good Foster is.
THAT's how much Don respected Foster.
I'm a little bit comedian in .y mind, but Don Rickles & Foster Brooks on the same stage are the greatest @ it bar NONE!!
@@davethompson6201 I absolutely agree with you, Dave. Those two men on the same stage was a force to be reckoned! Unmatchable talent!
This is a master class in how to do it, don was one of a kind, my absolute hero in comedy
Don Rickles never had a script when he was doing his live shows. He was off the cuff, which made him who he was. Mr. Warmth touched so many people. Don was amazing!
When I watch these, and remember how I was a young boy at the time and saw a lot of them on the television, I start crying... my GOD how far we have fallen in this country.
He was spontaneously funny and in clean fun, very witty, always had a good laugh
Don Rickles was the epitome of the roasters , truly the best , RIP Mr. Rickles.
He was and always will be the number one!! Is amazing 😻 RIP beautiful talent!!! Acid i love it!!
how great was the way Don Rickles didnt even roast with anything legend Mr. Foster Brooks just admired him...then you know wat kind of Legend Foster Brooks was...RiP Legends we need you and your humor today
Brilliant and thanks for the post. Only seen few videos of him as I'm across the waters. But tears in my 👀. Class act. From a younger generation
God this is beautiful. Savalas. Martin. Rickles. Russell. Little. Newhart. A perfect moment.
2:38 - 3:13 is what you call true class. Unreal, R.I.P. To The best Don Rickles.
Here's a great fact: many of these great actors/comedians were World War II Veterans. God bless them -- how we miss them!!!!
Don is a legend, i got to know him only a couple of years ago, but boy oh boy what a guy, god bless him
I remember we kindly ran each other down laughing at our faults. Growing up in the 70s and 80s was fricken awsome.