We will NEVER see the likes of this ever again! Dame Edna, was and is, the very pinnacle of improvisation and comedic timing. There is literally no-one else comparable. One of the greatest losses to showbiz and never to be replaced. Very sadly missed. RIP Barry and thank you for the wonderful entertainment, laughter and hilarity you brought to so many. We miss you. ❤
I have never seen anything like this brilliance - Parkinson rated this one of his greatest interviews - and he hardly said a word - genius of the late Barry Humphries
Credit must go to Michael Parkinson for allowing Dame Edna to completely take over his show, I have lost count how many times I have watched this clip. hilarious and makes me feel so good inside
What I most love about this is the way Dame Judi & Sharon kick off their shoes, sit as though they're in their own sitting rooms, and just allow themselves to be entertained. Not only does it speak volumes for Dame Edna's abilities as a guest, but it's an extremely generous gesture from them to acknowledge the skill of that performance.
Thank you for that comment. That was a masterclass in professional comedy: beautifully crafted, seemingly effortless, utterly believable, complex and killingly funny. That little bit more sad so soon after his last curtain call. Oh, so sad.
My gynecologist looked up this morning...... He can hardly stifle his own laughter at that point. 2 absolute legends together. I don't know how many times I've watched this clip and never fails to have me in stitches. We will miss you both so much. Rip Barry and Michael, the world will never be the same without you both.
@@michaelhiggins1235 Genius? You're just like the rest of the world, you're yet in your sins as Paul says. You and Barry better repent before it's too late. That's a loving thing when you warn people of sin.
I agree with that….. Dame Edna was outside to make people laugh and Barry Humphries who inside to made Dame Edna become real iconic Real Queen drag Queen I understand pretty good where or who came from also he raised 2 kids I’m very happy that he can handle the kids while he stay on focus his greatest character to make people laugh after he’s passed away then Tyler Perry becomes black drag Queen take his turn as Madea . After that u never know who come next Drag Queen My words are very heavy kind Rest In Peace ✌️my friend
Dame Edna truly holds court in this hilarious interview. Judi and Sharon are hysterical and Michael lets it all happen naturally. One of the best episdes.
I saw Dame Edna on stage in London whenever she appeared. I remember one show when it was announced at the interval that she wouldn't be able to appear because tragically Norm, her husband, had died. The house lights came on for quite some time, everyone was chatting and laughing. Then it was announced that Dame Edna's car had been spotted and that she couldn't let down her loyal fans. She appeared in a black creation and said she'd been speaking on the phone to her analyst in LA. He had told her that time was a great healer. She said that Norm had been dead for four hours and she felt better already! Legend.
RIP Barry Humphries (February 17, 1934 - April 22, 2023), aged 89 And RIP Sir Michael Parkinson (March 28, 1935 - August 16, 2023), aged 88 You both will be remembered as legends.
Utter genius. The timing is perfect. I have watched this so many times I almost know it off by heart. And there has been no greater chat show host than Michael Parkinson. He let his guests shine.
It is amazing how Barry easily takes control of the stage and has the entire assembly hanging with baited breath on his every word - masterfully spinning out a story with double entendres, with his perfectly timed charm and sharp mind. There will never be another entertainer like him. RIP - and thank you for all the joy your gave us!! 👍
Never have I seen a comedian completely own an audience like Dame Edna. She has no peer and no equal. And no other male comedian worldwide has dared create their own Edna. You just can't replicate perfect.
This is more than just old school drag at its finest, which it IS. Humphries has perfect timing, delivery and the charisma to not only keep the audience wrapped around his finger, but the other guests and the host! And he never breaks character! A legend in every sense of word
The perfect antidote to Covid. As a practicing Homeopath, I just want to say how blessed we are possums, to have Dame Edna as our cultural attaché to the world. There will never be another as brilliant as the Dame. Love from a devoted fan.
Genius of spontaneity, delivery, content and timing-fine tuned over five decades-when will ever again see such a phenomena. RIP dear Dame Edna-and the great Parky too.
and reminds me just a bit of Carol Burent, in that he is soooo funny, there are times you can see he is struggling to not burst out laughing himself. Comic timing for sure.
@@jimquantic Yeah Burnett never said anything that wasnt scripted to the nth degree. She was no comedian. I wached Burnett for years, I even saw her in Pete and Tillie. She was rubbish. And butt ugly. Funny as haemmorroids
@@zapkvr I always tell people to try to stick to the objective, while of course we all have a right to a subjective opinion too. But in the objective--that which is a fact, Burnet was often NOT scripted in many cases--and SHE wrote the script. To the subjective, she was one of the funniest (to me and millions of others) though of course I can't "prove" that through objective means. She proved her worth to me and many others. Honestly--again, to me and many others, it is your opinion that is rubbish.
Pure comedic genius. Dame Edna commands the audience & owns the platform. Parky & guests provide the sounding board against which Humphries rails in uncompromised, humorous delight. Quite sublime.
I’ve watched this too many times to remember and it never gets old. On this very sad day for comedy, we salute one of the very finest. Barry Humphries’ brilliant brand of comedy will leave a lasting legacy. 😢😂
Every time I watch this clip ( which is often) I see another bit of brilliance from this great entertainer.What a legacy!!.To leave the world in a much better place than the one you entered is something we all should aspire to no matter has small..Thank you Barry
Barry Humphries. What a force of nature he was. Absolutely razor sharp, always in full control and works the audience like a charm. I hope you find your peace, dear Barry. You were an absolute dream. X
@@zapkvr0101I have this looked a way and thanks Barry for all the enjoyment over the years, you were very special and I'll miss your character that is Dame Edna RIP
Do you know how good this is? I laughed from beginning to end. Parkinson as always a great host. They don't make like this anymore. More is the pity. We were so lucky.
Rest In Peace Dame Edna, you brightened all our lives with your hilarities, God bless you Barry Humphries, you will forever be in our hearts and memories.
Oh man is there anyone more hilarious than Dame Edna. She is on another level. No one even comes close. Kudos to the wonderful Michael Parkinson for letting her do her thing. Very gracious indeed.
This made me laugh so many times when I’ve felt down. Thank you Barry Humphries for making me laugh. So frightening to see so many greats leaving us. God Bless You.
I was living in London when Barry married his second wife and one of the papers reported that Dane Edna would not be attending the nuptials. Imagine my delight to be on a bus and overhear a conversation between two ladies speculating as to the reason the Dame was not attending, Barry would have loved it!
Even after all these years, phenomenal, absolutely fantastic and entertaining! Can’t believe the almost 500 thumbs down, they have no sense of humor at all!
What I adore most about this interview is that Sharon and Judi are so in sync. They mirror each other's posture, both kick off their shoes and pull their legs up on the chair in the identical manner. It's just a lovely relaxed moment between them all. And Michael has enough common sense to just let Edna go and have run. Sheer brilliance.
@@jamiew1664 Don't be ridiculous. Look at her body language, the relaxed posture, the informal way she draws her feet up and kicks off her shoes... if she was uncomfortable, she'd be sitting upright, shoes on and a frozen smile on her face.
I can't really tell how many times I have watched this. And it's getting more and more hilarious every time I do. Unbelievably funny, witty, cheeky, plain brilliant! Dame forever!
Barry Humphries is most certainly a genius. Have seen dame edna for many years, but this was really brilliant. thanks youtubers and modern technology for making all this stuff available.
This is 15 minutes of turbo charged comedy genius! Even the other distinguished guests are reduced to admiring spectators by this man’s performance. A true entertainer.
Of all the hilarious clips of Dame Edna, this is the Parkinson interview I keep coming back to. I don't know...she's firing on all cylinders here, with the good-natured Parkinson, Dame Judi and (especially) Sharon Osborne as her willing foils. I think Edna's genius--on full display here--is her ability to seamlessly blend the cheerful Dotty Dowager with the knowing, razor-sharp social satirist. Brilliant!
Very few performers can come on and just hit the ground running like this, with a stream of brilliant dialogue. Robin Williams could do it. Billy Connolly could do it. As other people have said in the comments, Barry Humphries (her manager and mentor) is a genius who turned Dame Edna into what she became here. And let's pay tribute and give credit to Parky. Very few interviewers have the skill to feed the few minimal and essential questions to the guest, then stand back to let them do what they do so well. (And I've just realised that Barry Humphries was 70 at the time of this appearance.)
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Im approaching 60.. But approaching 60 from the wrong direction... 😁 😂. Its called whites good abuse.. 😁 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 I agree to bring a house down laughing with ouf beings vile racist crude.. Juat funny. Takes talent. French and saunders did the same
I've only watched this about 5 or 6 times. Not nearly often enough, as this is the funniest darned "interview" show I've ever seen in my life. What a great crew!!!
You can see Humphries needing to compose himself before the 'toyed with the priesthood' line so he doesn't crack up whilst delivering it. Such a brilliant, brilliant man.
@@rodnorth1 YES, its all about the nerve of taking that pause, andk now when to release that tension, she is brilliant, and hilariously funny, its a true art :)
One of the true improvisational genius's of comedy. I doubt there's been 1/2 dozen stand-ups in the last 100 years that could sit for 15 minutes and do what Humphries just did. Amazing. I'm glad t's been preserved
Very little of that was improvised; in fact, you can hear many of the same jokes on other chat shows she was on. Parkinson was setting her up for her pre-planned material (some of which Sharon annoyingly stepped on). Doesn't make her any less brilliant.
@@premanadi really? I've never heard Humphries repeat any jokes before. But even if it was a prepared gag he was in a league of his own in the world of humor
@@spactick I agree that he was brilliant, and he did improvise when he is interacting with audiences. But the bulk of what he does is very carefully prepared. Sharon even stepped on a couple of his punchlines, leaving him struggling a little to pick things up again. I watched a slew of his chat show interviews in a row and there was quite a bit of repeat material. It's more of a performance than an interview or conversation as such.
@@premanadi really, it seems so spontaneous. I saw him here 'live' in San Francisco several years ago and he interacted with the audience with people who were definitely not part of his show and it was hysterical. It did not look planned or practiced in any way. But who knows. Thanks for the input
@@spactickYep, that's part of his brilliance, making it all seem off the cuff. I'm sure that when he interacted with a live audience, that part was spontaneous.
I've watched this little interview more than dozen times and every time I laugh so hard I start to cry. Dame Edna... shall live forever. What freedom she is... to be and say what she will. There's still hope in the world. Sincerely.
Barry Humphries is a genius - his performance here as Dame Edna is sublime and the interaction with Parky, Judi and Sharon is perfect. He knows how to 'read' his co-entertainers 'in the moment'. And to think that this interview was only 18 years ago - it would be banned today (as BH is today banned by certain institutions in Australia that bestowed him artistic awards, because he holds 'certain' views). That's how sad cancel culture has become. Comedy is the victim. This footage should be preserved for generations as to how boundaries can be pushed, clever humour is a rare commodity, and we should all be able to laugh at ourselves.
Either we can make fun of everything or we can make fun of nothing at all - this cancel culture just serves the fragile ego of those with no sense of self deprecation or humour… this must be why there’s no decent comedy anymore 😢
@@scramblesish I see what you're saying but I'm also aware of disproportion in the rates of suicide when it comes to marginalised groups. Lack of the lols not being what they used to was does not really come into those figures. Which is probably down to the woke bias of the office of national statistics here in the UK.
I watch this again and again, never tiring of it. Barry Humphries is a true national/international star/treasure - I'm so proud that our country can call him (despite him living in the UK) our own. Please keep making us laugh - especially in current Covid times. Peter
Brilliant. Masters at work. Dame Edna dominated the stage. Dame Judi, a world-class performer herself, graciously allowed Barry to shine during his segment. Sharon was a good sport, too. She was feeding Barry's creativity. Parkinson just gave Dame Edna the freedom to take control. What a great interviewer. I've lost count of the times I've watched this. ❤
@@Roger__Wilco .....Please note, I wrote my comment two years ago. And to add: I was in the second row with a mate of my own at the first show of Edna's in a London theatre fifty years ago (yes, seriously). I dreaded, like anyone else, that she would pick me from the audience. My stomach ached from laughter at this performance of Humphries as a comic genius. Nothing has changed since then. I mourn his death. Robert, UK.
Barry's character of Dame Edna is absolute genius. Only a few comics come along with this kind of talent and timing. Foster Brooks was another one. They are truly rare. Thanks so much for posting this video.😂
I've never seen anyone kill an interview like that!! Inspirational!! Wish Michael Parkinson was still doing his shows and Dame Edna Everage was on it everyweek
Barry and Michael had such a long-term friendship that translated on air; you can see how Michael is so content to let Barry dominate his stage for the whole time cause he knows it's in safe hands. You can see Barry almost break once right before the "toy with the priesthood" comment; that lower lip almost breaks rank. I've watched this at least 50 times and can't stop! So damn good!!!
Dame Edna is timeless. Speaking as an American, we need someone so innocently hilarious and whose comedy is brilliant! Dame Edna simply takes the audience along on a story of her life and adventures. The best part of her routine is that all of us know someone like her, and we can all relate to her life's adventures. She truly was peerless in the world of comedy, and I am disappointed that I never had the pleasure of watching her live on stage. I am so thankful that there are several videos here online where I get to enjoy her brand of humor. Thank You from all of us for posting this! It makes my day each time that I watch it. And Parkinson's reaction, along with Sharon and Dame Judy's, makes it all the better. Well done!
I knew nothing about the Dame, when a friend and I saw her on Broadway in the late 90's. One of the great theatrical experiences I have ever had! The brilliance of Barry Humphries is equal to any of the great comedians of the past; W.C. Fields comes to mind particularly. They both take us into a unique comedy reality of their own making. And, in addition, Barry does it with 4 major characters; and is witty just as himself. That we can watch and laugh over and over at the greats is another marvel. That is what I call true genius...
I was fortunate enough to attend several of Dame Edna's shows. I recall one at the Palais Theatre in Melbourne, where she dressed up an elderly lady as a nun. The the end of the show. when the gladiolas were brought out, she handed several to the 'nun'. As she hurled them into the audience, Dame Edna remarked 'I think I'll call her The Flinging Nun'. Priceless!!!
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Definitely, I remember her at the Golden jubilee concert for Queen Elizabeth and she literally stole the show which had the greatest lineup of British music talent in history. The diamond jubilee was rubbish by comparison.
I watch this “interview”, in which Edna hosts her mate Parky’s show, every few weeks-it never fails to deliver smiles, laughs and being bowled over by the wit, timing & professionalism of adorable Dame Edna!
Dear Barry… a fellow Australian, his Star 💫 will always burn brightly! Many thanks for all the many many laughs over so many years. Always larger than life itself, what a legacy! It’s a standing ovation from me! 🤩❤😂
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We will NEVER see the likes of this ever again! Dame Edna, was and is, the very pinnacle of improvisation and comedic timing. There is literally no-one else comparable. One of the greatest losses to showbiz and never to be replaced. Very sadly missed. RIP Barry and thank you for the wonderful entertainment, laughter and hilarity you brought to so many. We miss you. ❤
"Ditto" totally agree!!!
Well said.
Yeah couldn’t agree more
Here to pay tribute to Dame Edna. Absolute genius. Rest in peace.
So sharp, he made us laugh.
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🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🎚🎚🎚🎚🎚Barry Humphries was very very brilliant person to made this incredible creator of our favorite drag Queen we all love u Dame Edna
Here here! A true legend!
Same here. Wonderful talent. RIP.
The funniest 16 minutes of talk show history. The master at work!
I have never seen anything like this brilliance - Parkinson rated this one of his greatest interviews - and he hardly said a word - genius of the late Barry Humphries
agree - genius and the best Parkie of all time
really spot on
Credit must go to Michael Parkinson for allowing Dame Edna to completely take over his show, I have lost count how many times I have watched this clip. hilarious and makes me feel so good inside
me too....it always cheers me up
I completely agree. Amazing host.
I also completely agree. Few people are confident enough to remove themselves from it when necessary. He is a total professional.
That’s a chat show host’s dream, a guest who takes over and steals the show. Doubt he’d want another Meg Ryan incident.
Dame Edna always owns the stage no matter what show she is on!
What I most love about this is the way Dame Judi & Sharon kick off their shoes, sit as though they're in their own sitting rooms, and just allow themselves to be entertained. Not only does it speak volumes for Dame Edna's abilities as a guest, but it's an extremely generous gesture from them to acknowledge the skill of that performance.
I wud have loved to smell her shoes
Yes, a good observation - speaks volumes
Thank you for that comment. That was a masterclass in professional comedy: beautifully crafted, seemingly effortless, utterly believable, complex and killingly funny. That little bit more sad so soon after his last curtain call.
Oh, so sad.
Spot on.
They were grossly outclassed and wore it. Idiot
My gynecologist looked up this morning...... He can hardly stifle his own laughter at that point.
2 absolute legends together.
I don't know how many times I've watched this clip and never fails to have me in stitches.
We will miss you both so much. Rip Barry and Michael, the world will never be the same without you both.
I'm low at the moment and I watch this every day it helps me so much what talent's R.I.P ❤
You will be 'high' tomorrow...keep the faith! 🙏
This is my favourite interview with Dame Edna, simply the best and most hilarious omg Dame Edna you are so missed ❤
Standing ovation for Dame Edna. Never will we see the likes of her again.
Barry was a comic genius.
RIP Michael Parkinson and Barry Humphries. Absolutely brilliant interview.
Well said.Both sadly missed.
Simply the best.
The skill of tearing into someone without being course and rude is a skill very few modern comedians have.
This is the greatest talk show host moment in tv history. 14 minutes of pure Barry magic. Never get sick of watching this classic!!!!
agree!
To our Lord Jesus Christ , this is sin. Nothing more, nothing less. I bet you hate the bible. I know Barry does.
Nowadays this type of genius would be cancelled before even starting.
@@michaelhiggins1235 Genius? You're just like the rest of the world, you're yet in your sins as Paul says. You and Barry better repent before it's too late. That's a loving thing when you warn people of sin.
@@roncampo5923 oh just F off. Jesus was GAY
Just came across this while on a break in my truck😂almost pissed myself laughing.
Barry Humphries pure genius.
I always watch this when I need a laugh. Thank you Barry for all that you have given us. Rest in Peace
Me too !
Yeh! Thank you Barry? You been a gem in a rather f...ked world RIP
Me too. He is a genius and I will never forget him.
Wasn't he absolutely fantastic?
I've watched this at least 50 times over the years...still laugh out loud like the first time! RIP Barry
Possibly the best Dame Edna ever.
She simply owns the audience.
I've seen practically every video of her on UA-cam. I think this may be her best appearance ever.
@@desiderius82 I too… This is superb television, I won’t ever tire of rewatching it :-))
@@desiderius82 I agree but the 2nd best is the Joan Rivers show with Joan from dynasty as a guest. This one is amazing,
@@desiderius82 Have u seen Edna on Blind Date for comic relief? So funny 😂😂😂
Type in Dame Edna school bully on the US show the View. Hilarious.
The wonderful style of comedy we just don't see, anymore. Pure class.
I've watched this a gazillion times and I'll watch it a gazillion times more.
This is by far the best Dame Edna interview ever!
She was in full flight!!! 😂😂😂
Possibly the finest talk show interview of all time.
100%
I've watched this interview at least 15 times and I'm still laughing my head off. Thanks Dame Edna!
Me, too.
I agree with that….. Dame Edna was outside to make people laugh and Barry Humphries who inside to made Dame Edna become real iconic Real Queen drag Queen I understand pretty good where or who came from also he raised 2 kids I’m very happy that he can handle the kids while he stay on focus his greatest character to make people laugh after he’s passed away then Tyler Perry becomes black drag Queen take his turn as Madea . After that u never know who come next Drag Queen
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Rest In Peace ✌️my friend
you should seek medical attention if you have watched this that many times
it's better for your health than attention seeking is
If you haven't watched it at least 15 times, what are you doing here? I've been a Bazza fan for over 45 years; the man was a comedic genius.
I've seen it at least half a dozen times. Still cracks me up!
Dame Edna truly holds court in this hilarious interview. Judi and Sharon are hysterical and Michael lets it all happen naturally. One of the best episdes.
I saw Dame Edna on stage in London whenever she appeared. I remember one show when it was announced at the interval that she wouldn't be able to appear because tragically Norm, her husband, had died. The house lights came on for quite some time, everyone was chatting and laughing. Then it was announced that Dame Edna's car had been spotted and that she couldn't let down her loyal fans. She appeared in a black creation and said she'd been speaking on the phone to her analyst in LA. He had told her that time was a great healer. She said that Norm had been dead for four hours and she felt better already! Legend.
This is funny as hell... amazing as her to come out to do the show
I saw her in Toronto, it was just sheer joy throughout.
RIP Barry Humphries (February 17, 1934 - April 22, 2023), aged 89
And
RIP Sir Michael Parkinson (March 28, 1935 - August 16, 2023), aged 88
You both will be remembered as legends.
totally
Utter genius. The timing is perfect. I have watched this so many times I almost know it off by heart. And there has been no greater chat show host than Michael Parkinson. He let his guests shine.
I agree, watched multiple times, great mood lifter.
It is amazing how Barry easily takes control of the stage and has the entire assembly hanging with baited breath on his every word - masterfully spinning out a story with double entendres, with his perfectly timed charm and sharp mind. There will never be another entertainer like him. RIP - and thank you for all the joy your gave us!! 👍
Well said
Well said @tim7052.Outstanding description of Barry
Never have I seen a comedian completely own an audience like Dame Edna. She has no peer and no equal. And no other male comedian worldwide has dared create their own Edna. You just can't replicate perfect.
hear hear..well said
Madea is another form.
Tannie Evita from South Africa is just as good if not better
Rubbish. Uys is well past his sell-by date.
who the fuck is that ...
His wit was marvellous, so fast. The pauses, just genius. Rest in Peace, you wonderful person.
This is more than just old school drag at its finest, which it IS. Humphries has perfect timing, delivery and the charisma to not only keep the audience wrapped around his finger, but the other guests and the host! And he never breaks character! A legend in every sense of word
I love the way he looks at Sharon and Dame Judi as if to playfully dare them to laugh.
He was hilarious and genius 😂r.i.p...barry
What a tour de force of personality and charisma.. incredible talent.
A masterclass in Australian drag comedy
This interview is an absolute work of art by Dame Edna. You will forever live on in our ❤️’s.
Pure genius. I sit here, tears of laughter streaming down my cheeks. Thank God for Barry Humphries!
He's fantastic
The perfect antidote to Covid. As a practicing Homeopath, I just want to say how blessed we are possums, to have Dame Edna as our cultural attaché to the world. There will never be another as brilliant as the Dame. Love from a devoted fan.
I wish he could read this. Beautifully said.
Clovid?? Covid.
@@johnfranklin5277 COVID really......;-)
Yes, says another practicing homeopath.
That was my favourite joke in the whole very funny interview.
16 years on and I still return to this if I want to watch one of the finest pieces of sharp flawless comedic genius.
Genius of spontaneity, delivery, content and timing-fine tuned over five decades-when will ever again see such a phenomena. RIP dear Dame Edna-and the great Parky too.
Without doubt Barry Humphries is the funniest comedian for me EVER. He's quick, clever and never uses foul language. He's in total control.
He is a genius. Love him.
and reminds me just a bit of Carol Burent, in that he is soooo funny, there are times you can see he is struggling to not burst out laughing himself. Comic timing for sure.
@@jimquantic Yeah Burnett never said anything that wasnt scripted to the nth degree. She was no comedian. I wached Burnett for years, I even saw her in Pete and Tillie. She was rubbish. And butt ugly. Funny as haemmorroids
@@zapkvr I always tell people to try to stick to the objective, while of course we all have a right to a subjective opinion too. But in the objective--that which is a fact, Burnet was often NOT scripted in many cases--and SHE wrote the script. To the subjective, she was one of the funniest (to me and millions of others) though of course I can't "prove" that through objective means. She proved her worth to me and many others. Honestly--again, to me and many others, it is your opinion that is rubbish.
Barry Humphries and Groucho Marx for me the best of all time.
Pure comedic genius. Dame Edna commands the audience & owns the platform. Parky & guests provide the sounding board against which Humphries rails in uncompromised, humorous delight. Quite sublime.
Without a doubt, one of the best talk show appearances by anyone on any show…ever. We miss and love your Dame Edna/Barry…you will be sorely missed ❤
I’ve watched this too many times to remember and it never gets old.
On this very sad day for comedy, we salute one of the very finest.
Barry Humphries’ brilliant brand of comedy will leave a lasting legacy. 😢😂
Thank you for decades of laughter Mr. Humphries! Rest in peace.
Every time I watch this clip ( which is often) I see another bit of brilliance from this great entertainer.What a legacy!!.To leave the world in a much better place than the one you entered is something we all should aspire to no matter has small..Thank you Barry
Incredible as it is to imagine this but that actually was the expression!
This is possibly the very best of the best Dame Edna interviews - it's hilarious from start to finish.
Dame Edna at her Zenith
Agree, I can watch it over and over again and it's still funny 💯
Parky and Edna/Les/Barry were friends for decades and they knew how to have fun. Their interactions were legendary.
Barry Humphries. What a force of nature he was. Absolutely razor sharp, always in full control and works the audience like a charm. I hope you find your peace, dear Barry. You were an absolute dream. X
As a Yank I feel blessed to watch this clip. I wasnt aware of the Dame during her lifetime. I'm binge watching to catch up.
One of Australia's favourite sons; Barry was a comic genius. Plenty of clips on youtube, enjoy!
This performance is so utterly brilliant I cannot imagine anything more perfect.
I've watched this so many times and it's so brilliant. RIP Barry Humphries, Australia's greatest entertainer.
The world's greatest entertainer. Billy Crystal can suck it. Ive seen the both and Dame Edna is the greatest ever
@@zapkvr0101I have this looked a way and thanks Barry for all the enjoyment over the years, you were very special and I'll miss your character that is Dame Edna RIP
Great show, I live it.
Do you know how good this is?
I laughed from beginning to end.
Parkinson as always a great host.
They don't make like this anymore. More is the pity. We were so lucky.
No words can give sufficient praise to this comedy genius. There will never be another Dame Edna!
Love this. Michael barely asks a question, it’s one long monologue - complete comedy masterclass
That's what I loved about Parky. He let people speak. Other chat show hosts are too narcissistic these days.
All of Michael's "questions" are pre-planned set ups for her material. He's playing the role of straight man very well.
Rest In Peace Dame Edna, you brightened all our lives with your hilarities, God bless you Barry Humphries, you will forever be in our hearts and memories.
Oh man is there anyone more hilarious than Dame Edna. She is on another level. No one even comes close. Kudos to the wonderful Michael Parkinson for letting her do her thing. Very gracious indeed.
100%^^^
This made me laugh so many times when I’ve felt down. Thank you Barry Humphries for making me laugh. So frightening to see so many greats leaving us. God Bless You.
I was living in London when Barry married his second wife and one of the papers reported that Dane Edna would not be attending the nuptials. Imagine my delight to be on a bus and overhear a conversation between two ladies speculating as to the reason the Dame was not attending, Barry would have loved it!
Even after all these years, phenomenal, absolutely fantastic and entertaining! Can’t believe the almost 500 thumbs down, they have no sense of humor at all!
The greatest character creation ever. Thank you Barry for all your years of fabulous entertainment.xxx
My gosh, so true! I watch these over and over.
Absolutely!
Not taking anything away from Dame Edna but I prefer Sir Les Patterson, each to their own.
So true - comedy genius!!!
I'll second that Nicholas...thank you Barry!
Thank you for posting this..Absolutely sublime 'raw' talent, i'm in stitches! 😂😂😂
What I adore most about this interview is that Sharon and Judi are so in sync. They mirror each other's posture, both kick off their shoes and pull their legs up on the chair in the identical manner. It's just a lovely relaxed moment between them all. And Michael has enough common sense to just let Edna go and have run. Sheer brilliance.
My thoughts exactly! I love this interview clip, they all seem to be so wonderfully in the moment.
It’s Dame Edna at her Zenith!!
judi dench actually looks really uncomfortable, thats a front
@@jamiew1664 Don't be ridiculous. Look at her body language, the relaxed posture, the informal way she draws her feet up and kicks off her shoes... if she was uncomfortable, she'd be sitting upright, shoes on and a frozen smile on her face.
@@pepshaven6520 she’s mirroring Sharon because she’s nervous, and Sharon is more confident.
I can't really tell how many times I have watched this. And it's getting more and more hilarious every time I do. Unbelievably funny, witty, cheeky, plain brilliant! Dame forever!
i'm glad it's not just me. LOL
Me too!!! Watched it sooo many times, I love it and think it's the best/funniest I've seen
Barry is at true artist...
Agree. Hilarious. ;-)
Same here. Absolutely brilliant!
I watch this so often. It’s a masterpiece of performance by Dame Edna, and ably facilitated by all three others there 🌟
Barry Humphries is most certainly a genius. Have seen dame edna for many years, but this was really brilliant. thanks youtubers and modern technology for making all this stuff available.
Giving an Atlas to the Bushe's who were not being able to find 'Overseas' in it, is a masterpiece.
She almost went to Shepherd's Bush by mistake...
This is 15 minutes of turbo charged comedy genius! Even the other distinguished guests are reduced to admiring spectators by this man’s performance. A true entertainer.
Of all the hilarious clips of Dame Edna, this is the Parkinson interview I keep coming back to. I don't know...she's firing on all cylinders here, with the good-natured Parkinson, Dame Judi and (especially) Sharon Osborne as her willing foils. I think Edna's genius--on full display here--is her ability to seamlessly blend the cheerful Dotty Dowager with the knowing, razor-sharp social satirist. Brilliant!
I watch this several times a week, and I laugh more and more each time. What a genius Barry Humphries is.
The best interviewer with the best guest. Superb.
Very few performers can come on and just hit the ground running like this, with a stream of brilliant dialogue. Robin Williams could do it. Billy Connolly could do it. As other people have said in the comments, Barry Humphries (her manager and mentor) is a genius who turned Dame Edna into what she became here. And let's pay tribute and give credit to Parky. Very few interviewers have the skill to feed the few minimal and essential questions to the guest, then stand back to let them do what they do so well. (And I've just realised that Barry Humphries was 70 at the time of this appearance.)
Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face,,,
Proof you can be hilarious without profanity. Thanks so much Barry.
David Gillett UK
I used to think nothing was funny without a fucking cunt or two. What an idiot I was. Thank you.
You can be filthier than the Edinburgh Fringe without profanity as this "interview" proves!
You can also be hilarious with profanity, as Peter Cook & Dudley Moore proved. ua-cam.com/video/jTifRi3qDk/v-deo.html
in fact she hates profanity but sadly when dame edna spoke out about that, she was slammed for it...
Im approaching 60.. But approaching 60 from the wrong direction... 😁 😂. Its called whites good abuse.. 😁 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 I agree to bring a house down laughing with ouf beings vile racist crude.. Juat funny. Takes talent. French and saunders did the same
I've only watched this about 5 or 6 times. Not nearly often enough, as this is the funniest darned "interview" show I've ever seen in my life. What a great crew!!!
100% TRUE!!!!!
This 15ms would have to be one of the greatest live comic acts of all time. Just hilarious.
I've seen this 10 times already but never gets old
It's 16 minutes of absolute brilliance. No equal..
@@andrewwian4921 absolutely, never gets old it's statuesque
Same here. Classic stuff.
Just pure comedy. I love Dame Edna⭐
Me 2 an ser les
'I'm a homeopath, mom and so is my roommate' 🤣🤣😅😅😅😂😂😂😂 Simply brilliant! R.I.P., Dame!! 😍😍😍
🤣🤣🤣🤣 just brilliant
Barry Humphries is the greatest comedic genius of our day. His timing is absolutely flawless!
You can see Humphries needing to compose himself before the 'toyed with the priesthood' line so he doesn't crack up whilst delivering it. Such a brilliant, brilliant man.
He brilliantly waits for the audience to quiet down, so the punchline isn’t missed.
@@rodnorth1 YES, its all about the nerve of taking that pause, andk now when to release that tension, she is brilliant, and hilariously funny, its a true art :)
One of a kind for sure. So quick witted and effortlessly hilarious, it's brilliant to watch.
The delivery of the punch lines are absolutely amazing. The level of intelligence is out of this world..
whose watching this in 2020 it still makes me laugh as much as I first watch it. Amazing dame Edna.
2021 still crying with laughter
Homeopath lol
No matter if it's Dame Edna or Bruce from Finding Nemo...comedy GOLDEN GREATNESS !!!!
Me !!!!
One of the true improvisational genius's of comedy. I doubt there's been 1/2 dozen stand-ups in the last 100 years that could sit for 15 minutes and do what
Humphries just did. Amazing. I'm glad t's been preserved
Very little of that was improvised; in fact, you can hear many of the same jokes on other chat shows she was on. Parkinson was setting her up for her pre-planned material (some of which Sharon annoyingly stepped on). Doesn't make her any less brilliant.
@@premanadi really? I've never heard Humphries repeat any jokes before. But even if it was a prepared gag he was in a league of his own in
the world of humor
@@spactick I agree that he was brilliant, and he did improvise when he is interacting with audiences. But the bulk of what he does is very carefully prepared. Sharon even stepped on a couple of his punchlines, leaving him struggling a little to pick things up again.
I watched a slew of his chat show interviews in a row and there was quite a bit of repeat material. It's more of a performance than an interview or conversation as such.
@@premanadi really, it seems so spontaneous. I saw him here 'live' in San Francisco several years ago and he interacted with the audience
with people who were definitely not part of his show and it was hysterical. It did not look planned or practiced in any way. But who knows.
Thanks for the input
@@spactickYep, that's part of his brilliance, making it all seem off the cuff. I'm sure that when he interacted with a live audience, that part was spontaneous.
" ... and my special guest Michael Parkinson ..."
She just OWNS every stage she goes on!
Possibly my favourite bit. She is in total control from the moment she appears.
This has to be the best Dame Edna interview ever! I keep watching it after a crap day at work and it lifts me up
That's good!
Wonderful talkshow, incredible guests, and host, and I am in love with Dame Edna!❤
Her comedic timing is superb. I can listen to her all day long!
Hello how're you doing?
I love how Dame Judy and Sharon, take off their shoes halfway through, and get so relaxed
A Master, the likes we’ll never see again
Dame Judy was living for it. She was genuinely enjoying herself and I think they all were. This is one of Dame Edna’s best.
I've watched this little interview more than dozen times and every time I laugh so hard I start to cry. Dame Edna... shall live forever. What freedom she is... to be and say what she will. There's still hope in the world. Sincerely.
I like how Dame Edna thanked "HER" guests at the end of the show. Just proved how in controlled she was, and how at ease Parky was also.
Barry Humphries is a genius - his performance here as Dame Edna is sublime and the interaction with Parky, Judi and Sharon is perfect. He knows how to 'read' his co-entertainers 'in the moment'. And to think that this interview was only 18 years ago - it would be banned today (as BH is today banned by certain institutions in Australia that bestowed him artistic awards, because he holds 'certain' views). That's how sad cancel culture has become. Comedy is the victim. This footage should be preserved for generations as to how boundaries can be pushed, clever humour is a rare commodity, and we should all be able to laugh at ourselves.
You mean, like it clearly has been preserved?
@@squishedpimp Yeah you wonder some times.
Im laughing at you right now you twat
Either we can make fun of everything or we can make fun of nothing at all - this cancel culture just serves the fragile ego of those with no sense of self deprecation or humour… this must be why there’s no decent comedy anymore 😢
@@scramblesish I see what you're saying but I'm also aware of disproportion in the rates of suicide when it comes to marginalised groups.
Lack of the lols not being what they used to was does not really come into those figures. Which is probably down to the woke bias of the office of national statistics here in the UK.
I watch this again and again, never tiring of it. Barry Humphries is a true national/international star/treasure - I'm so proud that our country can call him (despite him living in the UK) our own. Please keep making us laugh - especially in current Covid times. Peter
Brilliant. Masters at work.
Dame Edna dominated the stage.
Dame Judi, a world-class performer herself, graciously allowed Barry to shine during his segment.
Sharon was a good sport, too. She was feeding Barry's creativity.
Parkinson just gave Dame Edna the freedom to take control. What a great interviewer.
I've lost count of the times I've watched this.
❤
Dame Edna is fabulous! I can't get enough of watching her. I'm one of her biggest USA fans! Bravo Dame Edna!
Dame Edna was always hilarious. She insults the hell out of people in such a comical way.
And a loving way lol 🤣
Dame Edna 'is', not 'was'.
@@2eleven48 :(
@@Roger__Wilco .....Please note, I wrote my comment two years ago. And to add: I was in the second row with a mate of my own at the first show of Edna's in a London theatre fifty years ago (yes, seriously). I dreaded, like anyone else, that she would pick me from the audience. My stomach ached from laughter at this performance of Humphries as a comic genius. Nothing has changed since then. I mourn his death. Robert, UK.
Barry's character of Dame Edna is absolute genius. Only a few comics come along with this kind of talent and timing. Foster Brooks was another one. They are truly rare. Thanks so much for posting this video.😂
bonus points for mentioning foster brooks. dame edna and foster brooks will never be topped!
I've never seen anyone kill an interview like that!! Inspirational!! Wish Michael Parkinson was still doing his shows and Dame Edna Everage was on it everyweek
Jonathon Adlingon here in Oz they’re replaying the Parkinson show on Sunday nights. It’s such a treat.
I've lost count of the number of times I've come back to this, such a tonic in these dark times, I laugh so hard every single time. Absolute genius!!!
What a journey and Ph.D on how to host television courtesy of Dame Edna. Pure class and pure comedy. Nobody had a chance.
I'd forgotten just how funny Dame Edna was. I swear I nearly pissed myself I was laughing so much. What a brilliant comedic mind.
The word genius is bandied about too often , Barry Humphries is a true genius , so clever !
Indeed. 👍🏾
Fabulous! 👍🎬🎥💜
Ditto! I love his style of comedy. I have also lost count of how many times I watched this one... one heck of a classic good humor presentation!
I must have watched this ten times..... Completely marvelling at the sheer talent of The Great Barry Humphreys.
Barry and Michael had such a long-term friendship that translated on air; you can see how Michael is so content to let Barry dominate his stage for the whole time cause he knows it's in safe hands. You can see Barry almost break once right before the "toy with the priesthood" comment; that lower lip almost breaks rank. I've watched this at least 50 times and can't stop! So damn good!!!
Dame Edna is timeless. Speaking as an American, we need someone so innocently hilarious and whose comedy is brilliant! Dame Edna simply takes the audience along on a story of her life and adventures. The best part of her routine is that all of us know someone like her, and we can all relate to her life's adventures. She truly was peerless in the world of comedy, and I am disappointed that I never had the pleasure of watching her live on stage. I am so thankful that there are several videos here online where I get to enjoy her brand of humor. Thank You from all of us for posting this! It makes my day each time that I watch it. And Parkinson's reaction, along with Sharon and Dame Judy's, makes it all the better. Well done!
I knew nothing about the Dame, when a friend and I saw her on Broadway in the late 90's. One of the great theatrical experiences I have ever had! The brilliance of Barry Humphries is equal to any of the great comedians of the past; W.C. Fields comes to mind particularly. They both take us into a unique comedy reality of their own making. And, in addition, Barry does it with 4 major characters; and is witty just as himself. That we can watch and laugh over and over at the greats is another marvel. That is what I call true genius...
I was fortunate enough to attend several of Dame Edna's shows. I recall one at the Palais Theatre in Melbourne, where she dressed up an elderly lady as a nun. The the end of the show. when the gladiolas were brought out, she handed several to the 'nun'. As she hurled them into the audience, Dame Edna remarked 'I think I'll call her The Flinging Nun'. Priceless!!!
Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face,,,
What is the "innocent" part? Her entire comedy is about winking at filthy subjects without saying the actual words. Brilliant, but innocent?
What a perfect mix of characters. My favourite interview of all time.❤ RIP Dame Edna, the manager Barry Humphries and Sir Les
She would've been the greatest Oscar's host of all time.
I can see that, she would have been hilarious although I think the show would have run for 5 hours instead of 3.
Definitely, I remember her at the Golden jubilee concert for Queen Elizabeth and she literally stole the show which had the greatest lineup of British music talent in history. The diamond jubilee was rubbish by comparison.
You do know "she" isn't really a "she" right ?
@@davidridyard3726 the character is a she.
Or prime minster
I watch this “interview”, in which Edna hosts her mate Parky’s show, every few weeks-it never fails to deliver smiles, laughs and being bowled over by the wit, timing & professionalism of adorable Dame Edna!
Only got to look at dame Edna and I'm in stitches 😄😄😄❤
same
Dear Barry… a fellow Australian, his Star 💫 will always burn brightly! Many thanks for all the many many laughs over so many years. Always larger than life itself, what a legacy! It’s a standing ovation from me! 🤩❤😂