Robin Williams Makes an Insane First Appearance | Carson Tonight Show

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  • @KidFresh71
    @KidFresh71 2 роки тому +1472

    Carson was such an incredible host - didn't mind letting special guests steal the spotlight and run with it. Johnny was a great listener, and gave the conversation room to breathe. What a unique talent. And Robin Williams- the hero of my life. I wrote Mr. Williams a fan letter when I was in second grade, and got a signed Mork poster in return which I cherished for years.

    • @cathyschneider2126
      @cathyschneider2126 2 роки тому +58

      I never appreciated Carson until I saw him play straight man to three totally different styles of comedy in short order. I usually found his monologues predictable and dull, but he was brilliant at playing to his guests' strengths.

    • @ccilie7956
      @ccilie7956 Рік тому +11

      aaw that is so cute. :)

    • @mylordtakemeaway
      @mylordtakemeaway Рік тому +4

      @@ccilie7956 sooo cuyoooottt

    • @davidmorris2834
      @davidmorris2834 Рік тому +21

      Hope you still have it, I'd have that framed on the wall!

    • @Fantasticfrank1886
      @Fantasticfrank1886 Рік тому +4

      thats cool really cool seriously

  • @christopherporter2459
    @christopherporter2459 Рік тому +175

    When they recite Shakespeare, Johnny assisting Robin was really a beautiful moment. Love them so much and miss them. God bless them.

    • @joyceedwards6112
      @joyceedwards6112 6 місяців тому +5

      Johnny was so much more than most people know. He sang with the Rat Pack in St Louis where he was hosting a huge fund raising event. You can Google it, it's in black and white with him, Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

    • @KairuHakubi
      @KairuHakubi Місяць тому +1

      A little bittersweet since Hamlet is considering whether it's braver to live with suffering or end it.

    • @nickmagrick7702
      @nickmagrick7702 Місяць тому +1

      Im not so sure it was Johnny assisting him so much as it was him trying to assert his ego, by saying hes superior and can remember more lines than this supposed juliard professional.
      When Williams made it public that he was drinking alcohol on stage and that he was really nervous, I Johnny took it as an insult and then accused Robin Williams of being on more serious drugs on set. Thats when Robin turned it into a joke about all the people in hollywood doing cocaine, he was so charismatic is diffused Johnny before doing that improv set thing in front of the audience.
      This is how people are discretely hostile towards each other. Johnny didn't trust Robin Williams yet, he wasnt' well known at the time like he is now.

  • @TheBigdawg928
    @TheBigdawg928 Рік тому +1113

    His mind was so fast, the jokes came out so quickly, the laughter non stop. Sheer comedy brilliance that will never be seen again in my lifetime.

    • @fishmonger6879
      @fishmonger6879 Рік тому +17

      Credit all the cocane that he consumed, he burned out fast. What a monster he was.

    • @taylorshelton8962
      @taylorshelton8962 11 місяців тому +10

      We live in a world of censored comedy.

    • @fishmonger6879
      @fishmonger6879 11 місяців тому +5

      @@taylorshelton8962 That should be the worst thing!

    • @brad3706
      @brad3706 11 місяців тому +8

      Seems manic folks have that ability. Odd thing about Robin was his mania moments were dominate. I can't imagine his lows. Back in the late 70's, during his Mork and Mindy run, he released some stand up LP's, as he began to loath his Mork character. I was a boy but remember there was a darkness of subject of New York and now see it for what it was. RIP RW

    • @fishmonger6879
      @fishmonger6879 11 місяців тому +2

      @@brad3706 Do you think he was wired wrong at birth? Sort of like Matty man?

  • @JoaoPereira-fw1tz
    @JoaoPereira-fw1tz Рік тому +826

    This guy was so talented. What a loss. Even today he can still make people cry of laughter. One of the all time greats.

    • @Turnoutburndown
      @Turnoutburndown Рік тому +5

      Just sitting at home squeaking with laughter over ehre

    • @pjjmsn
      @pjjmsn Рік тому +15

      I think it is funnier today because we are so starved for good comedy.

    • @viqarkagzi3922
      @viqarkagzi3922 Рік тому +8

      Robin was & is extraordinary person

    • @196cupcake
      @196cupcake 11 місяців тому +6

      Fun fact: Robin and Christopher Reeves where room mates at art school in NYC.

    • @OGHawaiian6787
      @OGHawaiian6787 10 місяців тому +3

      His invention of golf bit is my go to for him

  • @jjgreen5206
    @jjgreen5206 Рік тому +95

    We’re so lucky to have all these clips to enjoy of Robin.

  • @ryanc9830
    @ryanc9830 3 місяці тому +64

    A genius. A man in torment. A legend. For someone who found the hearts of millions. Young and old. He will be remembered through time Loved forever

  • @cjrrun
    @cjrrun Рік тому +862

    The brilliance of Johnny. He saw that Robin was nervous, let him find his comfort zone. And that cemented their friendship

    • @karlc2869
      @karlc2869 Рік тому +42

      They are now having a good time together in the skies.

    • @walterkoziol3822
      @walterkoziol3822 Рік тому +44

      Johnny always has a special knack for treating his guests right. It's his name on the show but when a guest comes on Johnny leads the guest and does not take over. The last one to do this was Conan. And both of them had the greatest sidekicks. Ed & Andy knew how to help out when help is needed and do it without making the host look bad.

    • @robinstevenson1098
      @robinstevenson1098 Рік тому +11

      Jonny found someone whom extended the Wit band to unlimited. He was in awe.

    • @mikewiltshire9121
      @mikewiltshire9121 8 місяців тому +14

      ​@@robinstevenson1098Johnny laughed louder for Robin than any other comic

    • @James-cb7nb
      @James-cb7nb 7 місяців тому +4

      He's on coke lol his heart is beating fast

  • @ravensdark99
    @ravensdark99 2 роки тому +4765

    There is more talent in that 20 mins than in a years worth of comedy specials nowadays..that guy was just insane..nobody can compete with Williams in terms of improv..nobody

    • @djf750
      @djf750 2 роки тому +174

      Jim Carrey and Jonathon Winters, I'm not saying who was the funniest, but those 2 can certainly "compete" with him

    • @fromthepgh
      @fromthepgh 2 роки тому +94

      It was the cocaine that made him so special. God bless his drug dealer.

    • @Mrkaycee7
      @Mrkaycee7 2 роки тому +82

      He was incredible in that Jonny Carson appearance. If there was a record to break in comedy moment, this was it.

    • @debrajohnson382
      @debrajohnson382 2 роки тому +89

      Jonathan Winters was just as good. Those 2 were insane when they got together. There improv was great.

    • @nickpantieras2935
      @nickpantieras2935 2 роки тому

      @@djf750 oòòo8òⁿoòio0i9

  • @Carol-s4h
    @Carol-s4h Місяць тому +7

    Johnny Carson was a true comedian. I stayed up with my Dad and watched him from age 13 ~ and now, at 67 ~ I love his reruns. He was a troubled alcoholic but an amazing entertainer!

  • @jrowlandj
    @jrowlandj 2 роки тому +1004

    Easily one of the funniest people to ever walk on 2 feet. His mind moved as quickly as his mouth, and his heart was huge. A true comedic powerhouse.

    • @inemanja
      @inemanja 2 роки тому +13

      Cocaine is a helluva drug!

    • @hamishPalestine
      @hamishPalestine 2 роки тому +1

      Cool story bro

    • @danawilkes6174
      @danawilkes6174 2 роки тому +4

      His mouth moved as quickly as his mind...

    • @jacquelinejanz8466
      @jacquelinejanz8466 2 роки тому +1

      @Insignificant Speck Of Dust
      That’s true

    • @aaronbarlow4376
      @aaronbarlow4376 2 роки тому +1

      Regan from the Exorcist was the funniest person to walk on 4 feet.

  • @MultiWillDude
    @MultiWillDude Рік тому +1163

    I had the privilege of getting to know Robin for several years and he was was one of the most incredible, talented and absolutely sincere persons to ever walk this Earth. Yes, he was funny as any comedian ever was... but he was also a guy that would stop anything he was doing to help another person (anybody) at the drop of a hat. That's what makes him so special to me.

    • @JoseGranny
      @JoseGranny Рік тому +45

      Wow, you're so lucky to have gotten to know him.

    • @anjelica024
      @anjelica024 Рік тому +14

      How did you know him?

    • @MultiWillDude
      @MultiWillDude Рік тому +97

      @@anjelica024 I design games and Robin was a very hard-core gamer. I met him first at E3 (game convention) and then many times after. One year we were at lunch, I had to give a demo of a new game and just casually asked if he would give the demo. He didn't hesitate and said yes. Any other Hollywood celebrity would require you talk to their agent or lawyer and spend weeks negotiating over it. But Robin was the kind of guy that didn't think that way. 20 minutes later he was onstage giving the demo simply because I asked him to.
      ua-cam.com/video/V5TXEUiR1Xk/v-deo.html

    • @PragmaticTornado
      @PragmaticTornado Рік тому +28

      @@anjelica024 This is the dude that started The Sims franchise, assuming he's the real deal. Something of a legend in the games industry.

    • @SweetChicagoGator
      @SweetChicagoGator Рік тому +6

      Compassion, as well as talent ! ☝️😀💓

  • @ahknabi
    @ahknabi Рік тому +156

    RIP to all 3. Sad that time flies by. What memories.

    • @stephencarlsbad
      @stephencarlsbad 3 місяці тому +1

      Dont be sad. We're here for a brief experiential stay and take these memories with us. Consciousness endures forever.
      "You" never die. It's impossible...

    • @gregr3720
      @gregr3720 24 дні тому +1

      Most of the audience too 😆💀🪦

  • @steveconn
    @steveconn 2 роки тому +1005

    Dad saw him at a club in 76 pre-fame in Venice Beach. Even the waitresses were laughing. Mark of talent.

    • @Dowlphin
      @Dowlphin Рік тому +7

      Why wouldn't the waitresses be laughing? They can enjoy a free show on the side. Plus it is an interesting challenge to not drop any dishes. 😄

    • @deanmignonelli9316
      @deanmignonelli9316 Рік тому +4

      @@Dowlphin as long as the waitresses laugh thats all that matters

    • @valdamigliozzi565
      @valdamigliozzi565 Рік тому +1

      ​@@Dowlphin8 9th oloo🎉p

    • @margaretschaffner9133
      @margaretschaffner9133 Рік тому +1

      Who is is "Dad", must be yours?

    • @JamezMusic
      @JamezMusic Рік тому +3

      Probably was @the Townhouse.

  • @lisa-linb4190
    @lisa-linb4190 2 роки тому +377

    Oh my! This clip is over 40 yrs old, and I laughed like it was yesterday! Such talent gone too soon. Miss you, Robin❤

    • @meeofcourse4152
      @meeofcourse4152 2 роки тому +4

      Me, too.... Spontaneous laughter

    • @Dowlphin
      @Dowlphin Рік тому

      Did you expect humor to change that much?

    • @lisa-linb4190
      @lisa-linb4190 Рік тому

      @@Dowlphin Not all humor holds the test of time.

    • @Dowlphin
      @Dowlphin Рік тому

      @@lisa-linb4190 I can't really imagine an example.
      Dunno, maybe because I wouldn't seek it out deliberately. I just remember a Buster Keaton movie I enjoyed greatly.

    • @minosmusician
      @minosmusician 5 місяців тому +1

      Come on, somebody admit that half of what he says is unintelligible gibberish cuz it is unfiltered stream of consciousness delivered too fast without setting up context...!!!

  • @twiceonce6763
    @twiceonce6763 Рік тому +59

    Johnny Carson was, is, and always will be the King of Tonight’s Show. He recognized and allowed talents (like the equally great Robin William here) to shine and captivate the audience while being quick-witted and worldly himself.

  • @BojaneBugami
    @BojaneBugami 2 роки тому +693

    I was in saigon, Vietnam about a month after he died. I was in a restaurant and they had tv's around the place and there was what appeared to be a news program on and his picture came up and they were obviously talking about his death. The whole place got quiet and everyone was watching and listening to it. He was/ is loved in Vietnam because of how he helped portray the vietnamese way of life in Good Morning. They all told me they appreciated the accuracy in how the movie portrayed their culture. They really see him as a hero. I was very surprised by this.

    • @jake8855
      @jake8855 2 роки тому +8

      It's Ho Chi Minh City, not saigon.

    • @BojaneBugami
      @BojaneBugami 2 роки тому +51

      The people, including young people in saigon call it Saigon.

    • @jake8855
      @jake8855 2 роки тому

      @@BojaneBugami It's name is Ho Chi Minh City. America and its puppet state lost. 😉

    • @williamwolf2844
      @williamwolf2844 2 роки тому

      ​​@@jake8855 Saigon most certainly exists, and it's one of the constituent parts of Ho Chi Minh City. People in the southern part of Vietnam almost always refer to the entire city as Saigon rather than as Ho Chi Minh City.

    • @jake8855
      @jake8855 2 роки тому

      @@williamwolf2844 Wow, what a worldly little man you are. Thanks for editing down your original comment that had all the accusations of pedantry and statistics about Vietnam's population. You don't wanna look like a whiny douche, I presume. Hahaha. It's HCM City now, get over it.

  • @rogerbrinker7417
    @rogerbrinker7417 Рік тому +223

    Robin's humor is so spontaneous and constant. It just rolls and rolls and rolls along!

    • @CB3Music
      @CB3Music Рік тому +5

      One of the greatest ever! RIP

  • @emersondemathias
    @emersondemathias 10 місяців тому +111

    Robin Williams got Johnny Carson is his pocket since the very first moment. Brilliant!

  • @slt5557
    @slt5557 2 роки тому +824

    I miss The Johnny Carson show! It was actually funny! Robin Williams was brilliant!❤️

    • @sickofthestupid1067
      @sickofthestupid1067 2 роки тому +22

      Late night comedy died after Leno .

    • @slt5557
      @slt5557 2 роки тому +5

      @@sickofthestupid1067 So true!

    • @Clake52
      @Clake52 2 роки тому +27

      I would trade all the present late night dolts for one Johnny Carson

    • @casyatbat
      @casyatbat 2 роки тому +4

      ​@@sickofthestupid1067 Jay Leno???? Really??
      I don't care about Jimmy Fallon, he is ok, but you still had/have Conan who was suppose to take over the show - plus Dave Letterman at the time time and now Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert.
      *Google why do comedians dislike Jay Leno.*
      By the way Johnny Carson and Dave Letterman were very good friends.

    • @kevindukes3012
      @kevindukes3012 2 роки тому +4

      I have a vizio in my bedroom and one of the channel, 516 I think is the Johnny Carson show 24hrs/day. It's awesome.

  • @pamgrimm8850
    @pamgrimm8850 2 роки тому +2631

    Hysterical, brilliant, kind, tortured, gone way too soon. What a mind, like no other.

    • @JustMe-vk4fn
      @JustMe-vk4fn 2 роки тому +60

      Excellent description. I wish he'd been able to stay longer, but that's just me being selfish....

    • @kimm6173
      @kimm6173 2 роки тому +57

      Not selfish, not selfish at all. We all wish he was still here.

    • @twistoffate4791
      @twistoffate4791 2 роки тому +33

      Philip Seymour Hoffman's death is another one that still gets to me, and he died in 2014. Another life, gone too soon. I loved his projects & always looked forward to finding our what he would choose next. When he died, I just couldn't believe there would be no more. Theae people are human after all, aren't they? And we miss them, perhaps far more than they could understand.

    • @RebekahCurielAlessi
      @RebekahCurielAlessi 2 роки тому +10

      @@twistoffate4791 ❤

    • @strattuner
      @strattuner 2 роки тому +14

      GENIUS,HIM AND JONATHAN,double genius

  • @thepizzasnobofnepasnj3730
    @thepizzasnobofnepasnj3730 3 місяці тому +22

    Carson had alot of patience to let Robin riff like that; house lights up, mystique broken. Fantastic. Thanks for sharing

  • @JoeLeonardo
    @JoeLeonardo Рік тому +1991

    This man is simultaneously killing it and having a panic attack

    • @edwardofgreene
      @edwardofgreene Рік тому +111

      His career in a nutshell.

    • @rsprockets7846
      @rsprockets7846 Рік тому

      @@edwardofgreene he is a NUT...........................but talented and demented but like all comedians has his demons

    • @patgalvez4563
      @patgalvez4563 Рік тому +99

      he couldn't turn it off

    • @rsprockets7846
      @rsprockets7846 Рік тому +28

      @@patgalvez4563 insanely funny he could not turn it off genius

    • @AntonioLicon
      @AntonioLicon Рік тому +24

      Coping

  • @markoldham8696
    @markoldham8696 Рік тому +230

    Watching Robin Williams 1st appearance on Carson
    is one of comedy's
    funniest moments in television history.
    He was a comic genius
    and he is badly missed
    R.I.P.

  • @alejandrokim8484
    @alejandrokim8484 4 дні тому +3

    How is it humanly possible to do what this man did?
    This guy was a one in a million talent, RIP Robin 👏👏

  • @kylewatridge1787
    @kylewatridge1787 Рік тому +224

    Robin was fearless. He had an incredible way to control his audience. He was an amazing talent. He had that crowd following his every word. From dead quiet to roaring laughter.

  • @mikkifarmer9626
    @mikkifarmer9626 2 роки тому +1015

    R.I.P to the legendary Robin Williams. He was insanely funny and he’s still missed to this day.

    • @Paul-ow3nx
      @Paul-ow3nx Рік тому +1

      I like Robin especially now he's dead

    • @oldiebutgoodie2554
      @oldiebutgoodie2554 Рік тому +15

      So is Johnny Carson! He was the ultimate late night talk, show host! And funny in his own right!

    • @markdavid4897
      @markdavid4897 Рік тому +8

      A slight change: Robin Williams is still alive, in 2023.

    • @viqarkagzi3922
      @viqarkagzi3922 Рік тому +8

      Robin Williams is immortal

    • @candieschonauer4083
      @candieschonauer4083 Рік тому +2

      Andolutely

  • @Bloodhound_Dogg
    @Bloodhound_Dogg 9 місяців тому +16

    tHIS GUY IS STILL FUNNY IN 2024....TRUE TALENT no agenda!

  • @jaredcaines6688
    @jaredcaines6688 2 роки тому +246

    You don’t often see Johnny riffing off his guests that much. You can see how much he enjoyed and respected Robin’s genius improv, fed off his energy. Miss both these guys so much!

  • @thedevilinthecircuit1414
    @thedevilinthecircuit1414 2 роки тому +411

    The way he turned around when he was out on the floor to see if Carson wanted him back in the chair, and he got the 'go ahead' from Johnny to continue--that showed how much respect he had for Johnny. Williams was a rare comic genius.

    • @sparky010201
      @sparky010201 2 роки тому +41

      Johnny couldn't stop laughing. he let him take over the show. Johnny was the best

    • @MrGaryGG48
      @MrGaryGG48 2 роки тому +36

      @@sparky010201 Johnny let Robin "take over the show" but there were probably 2 or 3 acts back in the "Green Room" waiting for their turn. When Robin Williams was on a roll, nobody seemed to want to cut him off. His act was just infectious; what a loss...

    • @junewendell4909
      @junewendell4909 2 роки тому +5

      You are so right

    • @DawnOldham
      @DawnOldham 2 роки тому +10

      It showed that behind the silliness there was a professional who knew exactly what he was doing. He was in control of his spontaneity!

    • @yomommashaus
      @yomommashaus Рік тому +11

      @@MrGaryGG48 lol can you imagine being up next?? I'd be like "uhh there's just been a family emergency... gotta go!"

  • @bobhawkinson2260
    @bobhawkinson2260 5 місяців тому +103

    In 1975 I saw Robin at The Great American Music Hall in SF. The place was packed. For 2 solid hours he rocked everyone. The improv never stopped. It was almost like he was coming out before space and time. He had the ability to expand everyone’s consciousness.

    • @TaycroTC
      @TaycroTC 3 місяці тому +1

      I feel like certain instances in art this is possible

    • @stevensterzer4994
      @stevensterzer4994 2 місяці тому

      I know he had a store of pre determined gags. But each was a start for endless ad lib. I'm sure even he never knew what was about to transpire. Magnificent!

  • @lenardhenderson9674
    @lenardhenderson9674 Рік тому +346

    There are comedians that make us laugh but nobody like him there will never be another one like him rest in peace Mr Williams the world misses you

    • @ljprep6250
      @ljprep6250 Рік тому +4

      I've never seen anyone else on Johnny's gazillion shows who could make the man laugh (and guffaw) like Robin did. What a treasure. RIP, Mork.

  • @mattgiguere5638
    @mattgiguere5638 Рік тому +43

    Tragic loss...I've and will always LOVE Robin Williams ❤😂😢🙏🏼 So quick....

  • @Rhekluse
    @Rhekluse 5 місяців тому +45

    It was always so astonishing to watch Robin Williams "go off" and let his comedic & improvisational instincts take over. Even though he was scared to death he was fearless in his delivery. He was a one-of-a-kind gem. 💎

  • @mvies77
    @mvies77 Рік тому +141

    Robin loved Jonathan Winters immensely and understood his comedic brilliance and his mind since they were so much alike. Robin was so gentle and sensitive to those in pain and misunderstood by the world.

    • @ifeelpretty5790
      @ifeelpretty5790 Рік тому +7

      I remember almost ten years ago, Robin gave a sweet and endearing tribute to Jonathan Winters at the Emmys in an in-memoriam segment; less than a year later, Billy Crystal gave a sweet and endearing tribute to Robin 😢❤

    • @Shelly-m5t
      @Shelly-m5t 9 місяців тому

      I met him indirectly, just walking by each other, a nice man.

  • @BravoTangoAviation
    @BravoTangoAviation 2 роки тому +200

    Two of the biggest icons there will ever be in television. Johnny launched so many careers. He didn't have his people go out to look for new talent, he actually went out himself and invited comedians to be on his show. I've never heard of anyone else ever doing that. You ask any comedian of the 70s or 80s where their career really took off and the will say it was after a Tonight Show appearance.There will never been another Johnny Carson.

    • @markb20
      @markb20 2 роки тому +19

      When Johnny did his farewell shows that last week in 1992, he had on Robin and Bette Midler as his last guests. With Bette Midler singing Sinatra's "One More For My Baby" to Johnny, and Robin being Robin, it was absolutely one of TV's greatest moments, a legendary show- and Johnny at his best.

    • @irisk5183
      @irisk5183 2 роки тому +11

      Every night was Johnny night for me. Cool, class, comedian, who put the news of the day in right order so we could sleep with a smile. Those were the "Here's Johnny" days.

    • @markb20
      @markb20 2 роки тому +6

      @@irisk5183 Absolutely Iris, well said

  • @WarriorsSon
    @WarriorsSon Рік тому +62

    I was privileged to watch that.
    A true artist killing it while nervous with them hanging on his every word. The king of improv

  • @phil4986
    @phil4986 Рік тому +175

    Robin Williams and Johnny Carson. The funny man and the consummate straight man, two legends making history for twenty minutes straight. I miss both of them. They were truly top of their class. Rest In Peace Robin and Johnny. And thank for the many years of brilliance.

    • @22cudaman
      @22cudaman Рік тому +4

      Yep, the good ol days

    • @rsprockets7846
      @rsprockets7846 Рік тому +8

      @@22cudaman carson knew how to play the guest and enhance the appearance

    • @frasermackenzie7275
      @frasermackenzie7275 Рік тому +3

      Johnny played the straight man for Don Rickles, Rodney Dangerfield, Johnathan Winters just to name a couple. Every moment hilarious

  • @hawkrider88
    @hawkrider88 2 роки тому +58

    There aren't many people that Johnny would just turn lose in the audience....fantastic!

  • @ypuenlau110392
    @ypuenlau110392 2 роки тому +639

    Robin Williams was probably the most spontaneous comedian that ever lived. His comedic energy was beyond anyone can handle, so the only way to handle his energy is to laugh it off, I mean, laugh it out loud. I'm still in disbelief really.

    • @JohnWilliamsTheBeardedWelshman
      @JohnWilliamsTheBeardedWelshman 2 роки тому +29

      I think only Jim Carrey could come close to being as spontaneous as Robin

    • @Diesel57
      @Diesel57 2 роки тому +9

      Agree....Grouchy Marx was ahead of his time too.....

    • @stevekasian65535
      @stevekasian65535 2 роки тому +7

      True. Funny, though, how he was talking about Johnathan Winters in this appearance; It made me realize that Winters was probably the closest thing to Robin, improv comedy wise. They are the only 2 comedians I know of who could go off like they did, non-stop, jumping from one bit to another.

    • @carlozabbia1157
      @carlozabbia1157 2 роки тому +6

      I'd add Steve Martin to that.

    • @insilence6156
      @insilence6156 2 роки тому +2

      He copied JonThan Winters. There was nothing original about Robin.

  • @akhrormuminov7180
    @akhrormuminov7180 2 роки тому +54

    Johnny truly loved this guy. Everybody loved Robin but you can see a long relationship between these two geniuses starting to emerge. Rest in peace both 👏👏👏

  • @GunShark0
    @GunShark0 7 місяців тому +6

    Two GOATs having a blast. Absolutely amazing.

  • @annadamien
    @annadamien 2 роки тому +293

    I miss Robin so much. People say you can't really miss someone you didn't even know personally. But the truth is that none of the deceased relatives left such a feeling of emptiness in the heart.
    Yes, time passes, but I remember Robin just as often. His voice sounds in my head and sometimes helps to overcome the darkest moments. He still saves🤍

    • @pamgrimm8850
      @pamgrimm8850 2 роки тому +13

      Robin and Johnny both are legends. I hope future generations don’t forget them.

    • @twistoffate4791
      @twistoffate4791 2 роки тому +13

      Robin is definitely one of the few comedians who made me laugh so hard my stomach hurt. He was the master.

    • @raradis
      @raradis 2 роки тому +7

      I feel the same about these two.. and it hurts me even more that Norm is also gone..

    • @donalddonaldson4737
      @donalddonaldson4737 2 роки тому +3

      Nothing but love hope and security. CHEERS! :)

    • @guyforlogos
      @guyforlogos 2 роки тому +5

      Be still, Robin is still with us, not only in heart but in all the wonderful film and television he left with us.

  • @veecee3669
    @veecee3669 2 роки тому +80

    Two giants of comedy, each unique, like no other. I'd forgotten what a colossal talent Robin Williams was and is. And Johnny Carson always instinctively knew how to let his guests shine. Both are sorely missed.

  • @mattheworensteen5288
    @mattheworensteen5288 5 місяців тому +29

    Absolutely one of a kind. So much frenetic energy and so much depth. Robin absolutely had an audience in the palm of his hand paying rapt attention because nobody ever knew where his brilliant mind was gonna go. What a pure, uncompromising talent he was and never stopped entertaining until he took his last breath far too young. Thank you Robin, you are loved.

  • @davecadena5537
    @davecadena5537 2 роки тому +173

    The world lost a true artist. Bravo Robin...Bravo

    • @StephenNason-yk9mr
      @StephenNason-yk9mr Місяць тому +2

      @@davecadena5537 I agree. Some things in life are created to be timeless. If newer comics would like to aspire to greatness, they would be well served to study all of the greats. Although Rich Little isn't listed here, he may as well be, since he learned by watching other idols, he learned to mimic them, hitting the highlights. That is to in music and in every field. There are comedians like Carlin who were vulgar much of the time, yet he believed you should take your audience to the edge, cross that forbidden line, and have them feel greatful that they did. If he pissed people off, it's because they were taking what he said seriously. He also said something to the effect that for a joke or a comedy routine to be funny, there has to be one exaggeration. He and others like him were crude at times, but their job is to help you forget your troubles for a while. Don't get me wrong: I enjoy clean comedy too. In fact, in the earliest days of any type of comedy, especially on TV, there was no place for filth, like the Three Stooges, Laurel and Hardy, and sitcoms from the 1950s onward, and it was, and is, still great. So to each their own. Personally, I love both types. And although I was born in 1970, I watched vaudeville TV shows and movies on American Movie Classics and other channels, but my mom thought Carlin was too crude, so I couldesycj him until I got older and discovered UA-cam. I'll bet he and others are on other social media platforms but if you enjoy a wide variety of classes (not just the ones that I have mentioned), it is a good place to find out about other things too.

  • @frazzyblue1384
    @frazzyblue1384 Рік тому +507

    The fact this was released 1 month ago and already has 1.2 million views shows robin is truly one of the greats

    • @TTGT-wc3bi
      @TTGT-wc3bi Рік тому +1

      Was, unfortunately.

    • @chrisc187c7
      @chrisc187c7 6 місяців тому +1

      Facts 💯

    • @thedarksideoftheforce6658
      @thedarksideoftheforce6658 6 місяців тому +1

      Was a great.

    • @primovid
      @primovid 5 місяців тому +2

      Make that 5.3M views!

    • @billkeithchannel
      @billkeithchannel 5 місяців тому

      ​@@primovid +1 more. YT put this in my sidebar feed after watching the mini documentary on how that dismal Happy Days script was written, Robin Williams got cast, and the entire script improvised to greatness.

  • @lisakeenan5620
    @lisakeenan5620 8 місяців тому +8

    So sad to watch this March 2024, a comment above how much I appreciate Robin Williams life affect in humor. I know in the Bible, it says laughter makes the heart alive. How to explain it in my life it heals the heart. Our inner heart is always getting damage with the stress of life. It’s saddens me to watch this, even though I’m laughing and wanting to cry for a person that express joy to the people who committed themselves to watch him and experience his joy which became our joy. I thank God with all my heart. Thank you Jesus I give you all the glory. Hallelujah.❣️

  • @TheSweetsherrypie
    @TheSweetsherrypie 2 роки тому +112

    I loved them both. They helped me laugh

  • @victorkreitner754
    @victorkreitner754 Рік тому +53

    Robin must have had to take a nap after every performance he did on Carson. High energy from start to finish. Somewhere in heaven Robins killing it with Carson. Two legends sorely missed.

    • @martinpoblador4588
      @martinpoblador4588 6 місяців тому +1

      Yip! Just imagine the heavenly souls dining with Carson, Williams, Pryor, Dangerfield, Rickles, Hope, Gittfried altogether. Laugh fest at its finest!!! ❤

    • @marahara7832
      @marahara7832 Місяць тому +1

      A nap after so much cocaine - I don’t think so😂

  • @paulolima6407
    @paulolima6407 11 місяців тому +17

    THE BEST TALK SHOW GUEST EVER. ABSOLUTE MASTER OF IMPROV. GOD AMONG COMEDIANS. WE'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU, DEAR, ROBIN WILLIAMS.

  • @JazTrance
    @JazTrance 2 роки тому +80

    Such an incredible talent 😭

  • @tdunph4250
    @tdunph4250 2 роки тому +336

    Only Robin Williams can hi-jack The Tonight Show starring the great Johnny Carson and get away with it! lol

  • @jilly2055
    @jilly2055 4 місяці тому +18

    Robin Williams was brilliant! No one could ever equal his comedy Sadly, we lost a treasure

  • @llydrsn
    @llydrsn Рік тому +61

    I love how Johnny just unleashes his guests and lets them have the segment. He'll just be there to be someone they could bounce off or to move the segment along. This segment definitely went off the rails, but he just let Robin Williams do his thing and it made this really timeless. Here we are years after and we are still enjoying this bit.

  • @mjclark641
    @mjclark641 Рік тому +51

    Watching him was like flipping across dozens of tv channels, and each snippet was vivid and complete, even when it was only a couple of seconds long.

  • @kaybear1972
    @kaybear1972 4 місяці тому +196

    There is no one funnier than Robin Williams. He is truly missed.

    • @Juliet475
      @Juliet475 2 місяці тому +1

      @@kaybear1972 HE was beyond the "take my wife, please" crowd. He was Fast and Furious hilarious, with subjects from teasing cameramen to "bumbling Joe Biden".

    • @joannedudley1393
      @joannedudley1393 2 місяці тому +1

      He was also an amazing human being despite his demons.

    • @benharrison1019
      @benharrison1019 2 місяці тому +1

      i'm funnier

    • @lowgum9382
      @lowgum9382 Місяць тому

      Ben Harrison is funnier than

    • @benharrison1019
      @benharrison1019 Місяць тому

      @@lowgum9382 exactly, that's what I've been saying

  • @nathanforester5993
    @nathanforester5993 Рік тому +362

    The voices that this guy did...he can even imitate a child's voice, that's just beyond amazing.

    • @Zuloff
      @Zuloff 10 місяців тому

      One of his idols was Jonathan Winters who was known for inventing spontaneous characters on the fly.

    • @danaruggia748
      @danaruggia748 7 місяців тому

      True talent gone and he was a great serious actor too….good will hunting destroyed me emotionally because of his portrayal

  • @akhrormuminov7180
    @akhrormuminov7180 Рік тому +212

    Johnny's best guest. You can see the progression of their friendship. He let him do what he wanted because he absolutely knew what Robin was capable of, of making audience to forget all the routine and hardships. The genius! Rest in Peace both.

    • @christopherporter2459
      @christopherporter2459 Рік тому +2

      Exactly. Bless Johnny and Ed. Always let him do what he knew best. God bless them. I'm sure they're doing what they do best in the skies. ♥️

  • @b-dub6865
    @b-dub6865 2 місяці тому +10

    He was so funny. A talent unlike any other. I can’t help but see his need to make others laugh because he’s afraid to be vulnerable with others. It’s like he never felt love unless others were laughing. It’s quite sad. I’m sorry “we” failed you, Robin. You are worthy & deserved so much love & happiness.

  • @hydroguy6927
    @hydroguy6927 Рік тому +216

    20 mins of Robin freestyling to perfection. In a league of his own, forever. I miss those days... Johnny is still the King of late night!

    • @andersonbrown6626
      @andersonbrown6626 Рік тому +6

      Seeing him so funny, makes me think of the song Smokey Robinson sang..."The Tears Of a Clown"....when there's no one around 😢

  • @ritareitsma3770
    @ritareitsma3770 Рік тому +41

    This was great television. Great guests, conversation and entertainment. Much better than the late night shows today.

  • @dr.buzzvonjellar8862
    @dr.buzzvonjellar8862 11 місяців тому +12

    Robin was a gift to the world. Thank you

  • @cathyt144
    @cathyt144 2 роки тому +234

    Comedy genius. He was one of those 100mph people in a 45mph world. I have total admiration and respect for both these great men.

    • @usefulidiot21
      @usefulidiot21 Рік тому +1

      Cocaine is a helluva drug.

    • @chadhero37
      @chadhero37 Рік тому +2

      He always seems coked to the gills

    • @viwilton117
      @viwilton117 Рік тому +2

      Those trying to point fingers at drugs are too stupid and blind to see true God given talent. Rare and His gift was born inside of his deepest most being and to attribute this gift to something as mindless and destructive as cocaine is a profound insult to Robin, his talent and everyone who loves him because he is from every part of himself a brilliant unique and most uplifting, selfless gift to mankind.

    • @viwilton117
      @viwilton117 Рік тому

      Demonstrates so clearly how cocaine in those person's has only contributed to their stupidity and lack of a brain that requires some artificial stimulation to be able to appear to function as a semi human being. And sadly that's the best they can do. Keep your assinine remarks to yourself where they belong

    • @usefulidiot21
      @usefulidiot21 Рік тому

      @@viwilton117 Your reply is pretty funny. I don't think anybody said the cocaine was a bad thing or that's the only reason he was funny, but there's no denying that he was using a lot in those days and that affected how he acted.

  • @anngibbs7088
    @anngibbs7088 2 роки тому +138

    Six of us saw him in a New Orleans show. Afterward we all were in pain. Our ribs hurt from laughing so hard. What a talent!

    • @hamishPalestine
      @hamishPalestine 2 роки тому +2

      Cool story bro

    • @vilhelmhammershoi3871
      @vilhelmhammershoi3871 Рік тому +1

      not talent... he was a full mature carefully crafted artist and comedian. a talent is someone who aspires.... Williams had left talent behind when he was 8 year old.

  • @JustformyPersonaluse
    @JustformyPersonaluse 6 місяців тому +61

    Robin never died. And he never will. As far as we keep him in our hearts and pass the beauty of his silly, yet very nice and never offensive humor (never offensive except to him, of course...)... a great man, with a great heart and soul. Humble, polite, a true gentleman. Even in his bad times, his priority was to make people laugh. Especially children. Respect. We lost a great and wonderful person, but we gained wonderful times and will keep the amazing memories... Robin made us laugh every Christmas as we made a family tradition of a movie marathon including the best stars we love - Robin Williams, Bill Murray, John Candy, many more... these guys can never ever be replaced. Imitated, yes. But never replaced.

  • @g-girl9867
    @g-girl9867 2 роки тому +40

    You can tell Johnny really liked him! So great. Rest in sweet peace Robin Williams. You are missed.

  • @gypsyrain7289
    @gypsyrain7289 2 роки тому +19

    I loved Robin Williams, of all his movies, my favorite of all times was fisher king. Excellent. All you young folks go watch it you won't be disappointed. ✌️❤️🙏🏼

  • @joygrantonio1984
    @joygrantonio1984 7 місяців тому +2

    I remember that night. Mr and my dad were watching it. He is always unforgettable. Rest in Joy sweetheart 🥺🩵🩵🩵

  • @paullacey748
    @paullacey748 2 роки тому +48

    I have watched hours of Robin Williams, the greatest comedy talent ever. I cannot recall if he ever repeated any lines, they were all on the spur of the moment

  • @fionanicolson7642
    @fionanicolson7642 Рік тому +115

    He made Johnny Carson laugh more than any other comedian.

    • @SylentEcho
      @SylentEcho 4 місяці тому +1

      What about Don Rickles?

  • @kurtisgalloway218
    @kurtisgalloway218 Рік тому +237

    When you get Carson laughing hysterically in less than a minute, you know a legend is in the making.

  • @Denis468
    @Denis468 Рік тому +101

    Billy Crystal's Tribute to Robin Willams in 2014 told us what Robin was like even when he wasn't on stage. Robin cared about people even if he didn't know them. He Loved his family as well as he did everyone else. We will never see anyone like Robin again. Rest in Peace Robin, our planet misses you.

    • @barryking6148
      @barryking6148 9 місяців тому

      Yeah , gut did have real friends , can you imagine being at luch with Robin Williams and four or five other people . do you really think that the other 4 or 5 could get a word in edge wise . As witty , bright and great actor that he was he was not a balanced individual . He makes me tired watching him go on and on like no body else is in the room .. sorry fans !!

    • @brigitteleafbarnes1441
      @brigitteleafbarnes1441 5 місяців тому +2

      ​​@barryking6148 Christopher Reeve (Juilliard classmate) and Robin Williams were lifelong friends. He was a caring loving source of emotional comfort and uplifting humor that helped Christopher find will to fight & live in the immediate aftermath of the horrific horse accident.

    • @williampeck7879
      @williampeck7879 4 місяці тому

      👍😇

    • @Denis468
      @Denis468 2 місяці тому +1

      Even before Robin was diagnosed with Parkinson's he knew something was wrong. He was experiencing depression, anxiety, paranoia, relationships with people and finacial problems. I dated a girl whose stepfather had Parkinson's. To see a man who had more energy than a teen was heart breaking. He was in a wheelchair because he couldn't walk. You had to take him to the bathroom because he didn't know if he had to go. Now he could barely talk, but he once told me he wanted to end his life himself. I told him he couldn't because his wife was here, and his three adult sons were on their way. He took his last breath the day after his sons came. He was the kind of guy who cared more about his family then he did himself. Robin cared more about his family more than he did himself, and he knew he had to go. RIP Robin

  • @Themilkmanskid.
    @Themilkmanskid. 2 роки тому +37

    Impossible to express how much I miss watching this, and other programs, in the 70's with my Grandparents. I can visualize moments of that so vividly still.

  • @jeannedigennaro6484
    @jeannedigennaro6484 2 роки тому +128

    Good to see Carson genuinely belly laughing and playing along.

  • @tristinstorm5858
    @tristinstorm5858 6 місяців тому +27

    Actor and entertainers come and go and die everyday. But when we lost him i auctually sat down and cried. In that moment I realized just how much of a part of my childhood and life this man was. He was truly the greatest loss to the entertainment world that I have ever know. Some people leave a mark on the world and others fade into memory. But Robin Williams will be making people laugh as long as there are people on this world. My childrens childrens children may not know my name but they will know the joy this man brought to the world. You will forever be loved and missed my friend. You were truly one of a kind.

  • @karenleemallonee684
    @karenleemallonee684 2 роки тому +31

    As I'm watching this all I can think of is "I can't believe they are really gone". So thankful we have these videos to enjoy when we are missing these great men!
    They both were so funny that night!!! 🌼

  • @kasondaleigh
    @kasondaleigh 2 роки тому +32

    It’s still jaw dropping watching these two guys hang out, each with their vices, having a blast! What an incredibly fun time! Definitely jealous. I mostly drink alone.

  • @JustLovingLifeDude
    @JustLovingLifeDude 7 місяців тому +3

    Genius, in every way possible. Yes, for both of these men.

  • @mcjaegerful
    @mcjaegerful 3 місяці тому +94

    I'm so happy my generation was able to experience Robin Williams ❤️‍🩹

    • @franknelson4544
      @franknelson4544 3 місяці тому +1

      I’m starting to wonder what was in Johnny Carson’s cup?😂😂😂😂

    • @davelockyer3564
      @davelockyer3564 2 місяці тому

      Legend

    • @franknelson4544
      @franknelson4544 2 місяці тому

      @@davelockyer3564 TRUE

    • @-the1b4u-
      @-the1b4u- 2 місяці тому

      Indeed! I think about him often in his later years, as real as one can be. I still miss him😔

  • @debbieellett9093
    @debbieellett9093 2 роки тому +48

    I really miss his zany personality. Thank you for posting this, I really needed to laugh today!

  • @Zgreasewood
    @Zgreasewood 2 роки тому +42

    His powers of observation filled our lives with laughter.

  • @debbiemichaels4632
    @debbiemichaels4632 Рік тому +15

    Laughter is the best medicine. He was always the best comedian and well never be replaced

  • @damonrunyon370
    @damonrunyon370 2 роки тому +42

    The Tonight With Johnny Carson: )Was the last of the best nighttime talk shows.
    Robin Williams was like a robin bird: Johnny would just let him go and take everyone with him: Where eventually everyone would come back down: ) Saying we got our money's worth.
    Missing all who and that lit up the night; Looking forward to meeting them all in Heaven.

  • @JeffreyHauser
    @JeffreyHauser Рік тому +33

    There has not been, or will ever be, another such as this comic genius. His kindness for other people was as profound as his immense talent. How grateful are we that he touched the lives of so many people. 🙏❤️

    • @edithbannerman4
      @edithbannerman4 Рік тому

      @Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

  • @fantomghost6213
    @fantomghost6213 5 місяців тому +7

    RIP Robin. A once in a lifetime guy. Funniest dude ever!!!

  • @tap585grad706
    @tap585grad706 2 роки тому +17

    A friend of mine met him. He said he was kind and down to earth. Such a great talent. Very sad he is gone.

  • @andrewsteele604
    @andrewsteele604 Рік тому +19

    This is the definition of “killing it”. What an immense talent. RIP

  • @rrusselljr67
    @rrusselljr67 Рік тому +7

    I'm left CRYING! LOL Holy moly he was truly one of a kind. RIP Robin.

  • @Qui-9
    @Qui-9 2 роки тому +36

    Gawd Robin was and still is a legend. He could take control of a room with his bounty of energy, and not frighten nor annoy a single person. Making others laugh seemed to be his mission, and he was a natural.
    We love and miss you Robin! ❤️

  • @myralawson4543
    @myralawson4543 2 роки тому +26

    He was a Master at making ppl laugh. An absolute Legend and he will live on forever! ❤️

  • @omaramer846
    @omaramer846 4 місяці тому +3

    I literally lost count how many times I keep coming back to watch this. I was 13 in 81’ & grew up with Mork & Mindy. Repeating what many have said. Robin was beyond a comic genius. Greatest comedian/comic actor of my era and all time….

  • @667mumble
    @667mumble 2 роки тому +36

    A comedy genius and idol who left us way too soon. We miss you so so much Robin 😭❤

  • @AaronBowley
    @AaronBowley 2 роки тому +46

    no filter, what pops into his mind pops right out. it’s not always funny but it’s always beyond what we would be thinking, or would even think to do . i miss him

    • @johnrroberts7900
      @johnrroberts7900 2 роки тому +5

      I'm glad you said, "It's not always funny." I thought I was the only one who thought that. I didn't realise how close the line between ad hoc comic genius and madness was until I saw Williams here. Having not seen the 'interview' (if it could be called that) before, I at once felt great jealousy but also, great pity. I was immediately reminded of a description David Cassidy in his book gave of his father right before madness overtook him towards the end of his life and just before a suicide attempt:
      "And now my father got into the role of being our host. He'd stand up, he'd sit down - the nonstop talker, the entertainer, going, 'And if you think that's fun, wait till you hear this.' I mean, he was really ON. He usually seemed sort of over the top anyway, but this was different. He was way over. There was some little glint in his eyes that seemed to say, not 'I'm having fun tonight' but something more like 'I'm just a little bit twisted'. Like something was frying in him."
      I have little doubt Williams was assisted by a substance because the amount of energy to drive him like that could not be supplied by a normal psyche. Too much light, not enough shade, ie. him sitting down and talking about his life - the routine is physically wearing to watch.
      Nowadays, of course, he could not get away with half the stuff he spoke about because of the PC brigade, so every second word would be f*ck instead. At least we were spared that.

    • @jessekittrell2946
      @jessekittrell2946 Рік тому

      ​@Johnr Roberts he for sure did some drugs but there were times in his life he wasn't yet was still just as hyper active non stop. His brain judt worked at a different speed than 99.99999999999% of people.

  • @dianefikiris2041
    @dianefikiris2041 9 місяців тому +10

    The GREATEST COMEDY EVER. Robbin Williams will live for ever. Brilliant mind.

  • @StringSurfer7
    @StringSurfer7 Рік тому +43

    Absolutely hilarious. Rest in happiness and Love, Robin and Johnny. 🙏🏻♥️

  • @HarpoTheLynx
    @HarpoTheLynx 2 роки тому +26

    Whenever I'm feeling down or just simply need a laugh I always watch Robin on Carson. It never gets old. Just an amazing performance.

  • @joannecleve4718
    @joannecleve4718 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you. Two of the greats.i loved Jonny Carson. I watched him most nights. He was the very best. Nobody could replace him..Ever! Robin, of course, was histarical.i remember feeling very ripped off when he committed suicide. Thankfully, we've found out since that he had very debilitating medical issues that would have been he'll for his family to deal with. It's so tragic and such a huge loss. I get so pissed off when it's drug related. When there is help out there. I love this video..Xx

  • @terryperry8636
    @terryperry8636 2 роки тому +121

    He was absolutely the most talented actor in my lifetime. I’m 68 and his ability to be impromptu and do silly things was wonderful but his performance in Dead Poet’s Society was simply stellar. There’s another movie I can’t remember right now that also impressed me to tears.
    I have migraine hangover so can’t think right now. Oh, Mrs Doubtfire was so hilarious but also he played the parts where he wasn’t allowed to see his children so poignantly. His heart always came through his comedy. Just never was nor will be another like Robin Williams. RIP dear man.

    • @Denots208
      @Denots208 2 роки тому +14

      My favorite is The Fisher King

    • @hinwahwong4672
      @hinwahwong4672 2 роки тому +4

      Bicentennial man

    • @tonyal.2820
      @tonyal.2820 2 роки тому +9

      @Terry, you might be referring to Awakenings with him and Robert DeNiro. IMO that and Dead Poets Society are his best dramatic roles 💙💙

    • @Oleoay
      @Oleoay 2 роки тому +11

      Awakenings, What Dreams May Come, Good Will Hunting, Good Morning Vietnam, his serious acting was awesome.

    • @singtweetypie
      @singtweetypie 2 роки тому +8

      @@Denots208 The Fisher King is my favourite as well...Robin did an absolutely incredible job in that role and can't imagine anyone else that could have played it but him.

  • @CarolinaMouse
    @CarolinaMouse 2 роки тому +52

    I miss both of these legends!!!

  • @grantgreenham2834
    @grantgreenham2834 4 місяці тому +6

    He was amazing! Bless him, the one and only Robin Williams!