@ConwayShow - Jay Leno remembers legendary comedian Norm Macdonald
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- Опубліковано 13 вер 2021
- The comedy world was shaken today as one of the most prolific and well-respected comedians in the business, Norm Macdonald, died at the age of 61. Jay Leno joined the Tim Conway Show with some of his favorite memories of the legendary comedian.
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"He really was like a jazz musician. You had to listen to him. And the detractors, they weren't listening"
One of the best things I ever heard Jay Leno say.
Dude, me too…… its the perfect comment. RIP Norm.
"Jazz Musician" that's a novel idea.
I always thought of Norm as the 'Ron Jeremy' of Comedy.
My only real criticism: 'Not gay enough'.
@@keinelust9092 With that comment, you've passed "Norm 101".
Jay’s said countless great things-you just haven’t been listening.
I keep hearing people say “I didn’t even know he was sick” this man was setting up that joke for 10 years. It’s so beautiful yet sad but forever funny.
R.I.P. Norm Macdonald
I lol'd as soon as they said it, I thought they did it deliberately at first
I realized it mid laughter when a friend said that to me. Went from laughing to 'mind blown' appreciation of his genius
Thats serious dedication to a bit
Norm said "I didn't even know he was sick" once in the context of a Hitler bit where it was funny. He was optimistic that he would survive his cancer. He wasn't setting anything up.
“I didn’t even know he was sick”.. that’s literally a punchline from a great bit norm did 😭
Reminds me of his bit "If you want to get any disease, alcoholism would be the best one."
Man's funny for ever
He died? I didn't even know he was sick
"Hitler died over 50 years ago..."
"He did? I didnt even know he was sick?"
@@kylegood2622 Think of how basic, and dumb that joke is, until Norm said it. Now it's comedic gold. The dude's brain was just wired completely differently, and we are the more enriched by it. NORM!!
Norm's "battle" with cancer ended in a draw today. The best to ever do it. RIP.
His battle may have ended in a draw. But we all definitely lost something irreplaceable.
@@alecaquino4306 Very true.
@@alecaquino4306 Yes. There will never be anyone like Norm. Bob Saget's tribute will make you sob.
Thanks you.
That cancer bit was genius - Rest In Peace norm
I will never forgive the cancelling of Norm for saying Down syndrome and being robbed of more Norm Macdonald Has a Show episodes. He was the greatest stand-up I’ve ever seen but somehow an even better interviewer/conversationalist.
I think a sincere apology is enough, people overreact. He didn't mean anything by it. He was also ill but I"m sure he heard feedback at home too about being careful and still did his own thing. I can only imagine what some "mom gems" were. ; )
I was/am also pissed off about this because he was trying to make a nestegg for his son, and his mother.
We would also have allot more of Norm.. Fuck these progressives.
@@keinelust9092 to be fair there were consequences for certain things, and Norm was also responsible for leaving a nest egg for his son. For all you know, his son could be very well taken care of and his mom was fine. I think more than him getting in trouble for using the R word when he shouldn’t have was him losing his fortune three times because of a gambling addiction. He also spent lots in between. He never blamed anyone for his finances but him
@@deb9806 If you ban just one word, that's setting a precedent to ban ANY word. How can people not see whats happening today? I listened to just about every interview with Norm Macdonald, he talked about building some wealth for his Son and Mother when he's gone, take of that what you will.
It was insanity to drag him on the View and castigate him. Hundreds of other entertainers have used that word and worse. Norm was a Conservative Christian, so maybe that had something to do with it.
If you see no double standard then I suggest leaving emotions and ideology aside, and looking again.
I write this earnestly and with respect, Regards, Zach
@@keinelust9092 I'm not saying that what they did was right, but the climate was that way. I don't know if he "had" to do the View or picked it or why it was so awkward. If you read most of his very long print interviews, where he wasn't "on'", doing a bit, he was intelligent, liberal to a degree, kind and never wanted to hurt anyone. I'm sure he had his moments but he seemed to gear his act toward a certain audience. Norm is he had a nephew with down syndrome or a son who was autistic wouldn't have said what he said, but even I made mistakes in speech and we are the same age. He shouldn't have been treated like that but part of it was him. He didn't react the way he did in some interviews. I don't think he liked "live" as much being so private. He once said, I realized watching a show on racism, how "old and white" I was in my bubble. That would never be in an act of his. His wealth, what it was didn't hinge on that remark, he lost and got a lot of money beforehand. His brother seems well off and his mom is fine. His ex once they parted, I'm sure saved what she could but his son knew he loved him and money isn't love. I'm sure if he had a brain, he separated his savings from his son's money but whatever he did, he was human and complicated but never cruel. Maybe years from now his son will talk of him but I doubt it.
It’s been over two months and I still miss Norm. He was absolutely brilliant. Could take the lamest joke and make it hilarious. I’ve found many comics funny but Norm never failed to make me laugh.
This absolutely sucks. Still in shock. Norm was one of those people who had such great influence and really made life better. In terrible times he could always give me some hope and remind me how to smile. I have no desire to go on just listing other typical cliches and risk cheapening the moment. But Rest In Peace Norm Macdonald. You are truly loved my so many.
😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔
I was saddened to find out that Shin'ichi Chiba passed away recently and then the radio at my shop came on to announce that a popular Canadian comic has just passed away and I expected to hear Jim Carrey and thought oh no but once they said it was Norm my heart just sank even lower than if it was Jim.
I totally agree. Earlier this summer I was finding myself watching Norm videos. This sucks. Good egg.
High praise from Leno. Much deserved. Thank you Norm, for everything.
Hilarious, cutting edge, pushed the boundaries, original, the funniest of the era. RIP.
A comedian’s comedian. I get it, it’s been said before, but the genuine admiration from legendary stand-ups for Norm’s genius shows what a giant talent he was.
I've listened to Norm MacDonald clips almost everyday for the last 10 years. I'm devastated. It's going to be hard listening now, It's going to remind me he's gone. I hope I can get over that.
Same here. This sucks.
He is not gone. His soul lives on in heaven and his spirit lives on in all of us. His comedy will be on the internet as long as the internet exists for generations. God bless Norm and God bless you Dan. We will get through this.
What, are you one of them gays? 😅
@@ZennyReacts yup, Norm believed in Jesus. He really did. He was as intelligent and aware as he was funny.
Dan- exact same situation with me.
Norm was epitomized by his joke at the ESPY’s. He congratulated Charles Woodson on winning the Heisman trophy and told him “ Nobody can ever take that away from you…unless you kill your wife and a waiter”. RIP you ballsy bastard!
I wish these guys would have allowed Jay to talk more. They interrupted him several times just to talk about themselves and not Norm. Such a terrible loss to everyone. Amazing comedian and fearless advocate of freedom of speech
Jay is right on about Norm's jazz approach.
Yeah I was just pondering the metaphor and it’s pretty solid. Is “insightful Jay Leno” gonna be the new “powerful Joe Rogan”?
This is a really great tribute from Jay. Total respect for this.
Losing Norm means so much. Aside from being the funniest person of all time, for me, he symbolised how good comedy once was and how bad it is now.
If anyone from that current SNL cast tries to pretend that Norm was a hero, I will be ill.
He was a hero to all that loved him. Shame on u for trying to stir shit up
@@SlayersOfYou Go away mate. Some people actually care that humorless woke losers have ruined comedy.
Well said. I’m biased because I said basically the same thing but, nothing wrong with two people being right.
It’s strange. I think the value of Norm to the culture has just continued to skyrocket after his passing. He never had a huge show, a huge movie, or a blockbuster special. I think he really just loved making comedians laugh. Like when he was on Conan, he was trying to kill Conan. Same with Letterman, etc. Some of his best material was on those chairs. I obviously don’t know if that’s true, but none of the big comedians ever killed like he did in that environment. They were talking to the audience. He was seeing if he could get the only laugh that mattered to him and then won the audience in his attempt.
Leno is classy as hell here. The pain in his voice is so real. He shows us all how you're supposed to do it.
I'm 38 and Norm has been my absolute favorite stand up since his SNL days. He came to Tulsa a number of years ago and I could have easily gotten a meet and greet package but I felt I own my own business and I have a family so I decided to work instead of taking the night off because I thought it would be selfish of me to do something just for me. I told myself, "I'll catch him next time". I'm regretting that decision tonight.
The legacy of puritanism is still very potent, in the American ethos.
@@etme1000 Yes, it's called responsibility.
@@iamthem.a.n.middleagednerd1053 "I'm regretting that decision tonight."
Norm was the best… “I didn’t even know he was sick”.
The host said it in sincerity but I still laughed.
I chuckled when the host said that. This seems like his last great joke.
This one hurts. It’s like losing all hope to ever laugh again. Norm was special.
I'm actually grieving. It feels like I lost a good friend. 😢
Total mourning still..😥😥😥😥
August 2022 and we still feel the same.
Norm was extremely intelligent and funny guy. He was always the smartest in the room and one step ahead. He didn't give a fuck and no one will be like him. Truly a great loss. RIP Norm, didn't think I'd write this so soon.
Norm was so talented that his spontaneous lines from interacting with someone were funnier than most comedian's most rehearsed lines. He was like a musician whose random spontaneous jam had better guitar licks than most people's studio albums. Just amazing. Mindblowing intelligence disguised as an everyman.
I thought he'd live to be 100. Can you imagine the comedy from an elderly Norm?!? Would've been pure, pure gold.
It would have been a safer bet that Mel Brooks will live to be 100🤞
(so long as nobody coughs on him😷)
noway,way too many abuse on his body over the years...you could tell he'd die young
his dark side is part of his genius though..
So true.
It would be finger lickin' good,
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he was telling dad jokes in his 30s. by the time he was 100 he'd be telling great great great great grandfather jokes. talking about the renaissance or something
Norm was, is and will always be my "GO TO" for a deep diaphragm laugh... Miss ya Norm... RIP
He always had that smile after his joke . Going to miss that infectious smile Norm rest in peace maybe someday we'll see you on some Canadian money
@lp Man Exactly what should happen, on so many levels.
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He was the best Weekend Update anchor on SNL...He was so funny..It's so sad and shocking that he's gone so young..RIP Norm
"I didn't know he was sick"
Lol, I guess that's Norm going out on his own terms.
Rip 💔😢
norm had the midas touch, he knew to only use it sparingly to perfection. we all love you forever norm
In a world full of great comics, Norm reigned supreme! Just watch his cadence and timing on his set at the roast of Bob Saget!! As a fellow Canadian, he made me so proud of the talent and perseverance of true Canadians! We had no idea of his battle with cancer, and in a way he was laying out his greatest punchline ever! Old chunk of coal is gone from this mixed up, twisted world, when we need his irreverence the most!! Take that! I’m glad he is at rest, and I’m sad we no longer have him to look to! RIP you magic, magnificent, mentor to comedians everywhere! You’ll be remembered fondly, and missed terribly!
I didn't even know he was sick
Neither did anyone else
@@marlonelliot8943 WHOOOSH
More virus than host near the end I hear…
A classic Norm joke, well played
Norm was unique. He did comedy on his own terms.I love to listen to his stories still.His punch line had you laughing hysterically.
We aren't crying alone. We all saw that gift in his eyes.
He always left me smiling. Even now with tears going down my face. Love you Norm Macdonald.
Same😥😥😥😥
My mother died of cancer 3 years ago, but it wasn't until today that I understood true loss.
It's only now I can look back and laugh
I recently lost my mother to cancer at the same age as Norm, and one of the best memories of my life is getting to see and introduce Norm's comedy to her in Vegas. His death smacked me extra hard and I think that's why.
Rest In Peace, Norm MacDonald 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 One of the absolute greatest comedians in history.
Thank you Jay Leno...A great tribute to Norm.
Whatever comes out of Norm MacDonald's mouth he makes it classic RIP
Norm and Kinison- my 2 absolute favorites. Really fortunate that I got to attend live shows of both.
Norms comedy was absolutely timeless. So fresh and original when he first started out at SNL but his ability to continue in that vein even into the millennial generation is just astounding. His UA-cam show was fucking hilarious.
Leno has always been great, but this has given me a whole new appreciation for leno as one of the greatest comedians ever.
The most original funniest comedian in history. Totally on the Mount Rushmore of comedy or nobody else belongs up there. Being loved by all comedians says it all
Paul Newman says you never get over it
Leno is really great here.
An era died with Norm today. He's one of few, if there are even any others, that was keeping us connected with the old world, the world before the woke pandemic.
We can be the people to keep his spirit going. No filter. Fuck woke culture.
Oh, there are others. Burr, Stanhope, etc.
No one like Norm of course
Omg ...omg ....omg ....shocked....you will be missed Norm ....you made the world laugh but today you made the world mourn .
I cant believe I lovestreamed with Jay. Sad circumstances. Love you.
Jay put it all so well!
Listened to this live and thank you Tim for opening the show with talking about Norm. A legend gone too soon. RIP Norm.
This is a great compliment to Norm from Jay.
I am very happy people are speaking out about the loss of a legend. That’s how you know the real legend - it’s when other legends talk about them after their passing. It is unfortunate that Norm was too underground and never had the mainstream success he really deserved. He was too young and too ahead of the curve to have had the success he truly deserved.
he would've been a great late night host...probably one of the best
Hell they spoke glowingly of him when he was alive
It seems like it was better for him to fly under the radar a little bit. In these past few days, I’ve heard so many other comedians and celebrities talk about how they were friendly with Norm but didn’t really know him very well. I think he honesty preferred being a very private person and if he’d had more mainstream success, he wouldn’t have been able to do that. I just hope he knew how beloved he was before he died.
The first time I saw Norm was on Leno's Tonight Show. He said, "I don't floss, but I do the next best thing: I tell my dentist I do." His laconic, subtle deadpan delivery made my sister and I howl. I was a fan instantly. I remember he had just had a son, and he said "It's funny Jay, because very young children...they can sense evil. Here I'll show you what I mean..." and on the screen for the audience in the studio and at home they showed a picture of Jay Leno holding Norm's infant son and Leno was making a silly face towards the camera while the young toddler was crying in terror. Obviously a candid moment between the two that Norm used to mess with Jay and get a laugh. I wish I could see that show again. That was the first time I'd seen him, and fell in love with his work and there was no looking back. He's second to Carlin in my book. R.I.P. you ol' lump of coal.
We must have done something really bad to have lost him so soon
RIP Norm thank you
rly sweet to hear Jay's thoughts, he really respected Norm, as we all did. Well put. would love to hear more. thanks.
Jay is right. If you don't like Norm, you weren't listening. He was someone you get, or you don't. I got him, and I think he was the funiest man I've ever heard speak. It's so strange... I'm actually grieving. I actually love the man I guess. I didn't know you could genuinely love someone you've never met.
Thank you, Norm.
the world is a darker place. i know that sounds melodramatic, but when one considers how long he has been making us smile, his character, impact on other comics and even the understanding and camaraderie amongst us Norm fans right here on youtube I think he really did make a measurable difference.
Thanks Jay. Norm was Unique. Will not see someone like him again. RIP Norm
Both Norm and Tim Sr. were favorites of mine and my father. Great bonding stuff and both are sorely missed.
Hard to believe that Artie Lange outlived Norm.
And Bob dole, wtf?
Has he posted a tribute?
@@butterflymoon6368 not yet.. anyone here know what the rat turd Stern said about it?
@@andrewclayterman6230 lol you don't like Stern? I know he upset Norm during Silverman's interview.
I hope there is a whole van full of delicious cheese sandwiches waiting in up in heaven for you, Mr Macdonald. I hope you had a nice chuckle looking down and reading Jim Carrey mentioning you "lost a battle with cancer." You're no loser in our book. We love you. Thank you for carrying the fire.
Tell god that the van doesn't really have to be filled with cheese sandwiches. I mean unless he wants to be known for he detailed work.
"It's like listening to your favourite song"... So true, I keep watching the same jokes time after time and always had a good laugh.
'It's the only disease where you can win a million dollars '
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I got to meet Norm McDonald' a few years ago in Venice Beach one night and what a joy one of my favorite comedians he was really cool and humorous just saying hey how you doing he was naturally funny legendary I'll never forget that moment
Damn that’s awesome man rip norm.
You can tell jay is very moved here
I don’t like Leno, but when he compared him to a jazz musician, it was spot on.
Indeed. Over the years I have gotten the impression that Leno is actually nothing like his public persona. Like here - he comes off as surprisingly thoughtful, smart and empathic (unlike the goddamn annoying host who is barely even listening)
@@epictetus9221 Yeah, he’s not my cup of tea, but art is subjective I suppose.
@@ericbrucker Mine neither, but I wonder if I've misjudged him somewhat
@@epictetus9221 It’s funny, because I’ve heard a lot of comedians that I respect sing high praises about him in his prime; but, I honestly don’t think I’ve ever laughed at one of his jokes.
If you are at all into cars or amazing houses, check out the Audrain Museum show here on YT. Jay is just an older guy who loves classic cars. Interesting stories.
Always thought Norm would live forever. He comedy was only getting better and better these last years 💕
We do listen to him for hours Jay...and yeah my friends all know Im gonna share Norm every chance I got
Another beautiful Canadian
Norm as the voice of death in The Family Guy. Unforgettable! I always thought Death should’ve been a permanent part of Family Guy only because of Norm’s voice.
"I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW HE WAS SICK!"😂
People watching with Norm would have been a real treat
"I didn't even know he was sick" Norm goes full circle with his jokes, even after death....
I like to imagine God goes around and let's someone from heaven be Death for a century and switch up to usher in all the new people to their destinations and Norm gets the job, that would be a great continuity
Dedication to the bit
The comedian for comedians, legend.
I've said it a few times before, Norm loved to pretend to be an old geezer, because he had great respect for his elders and wanted to grow into an old geezer. All of the phony fumbling and saying things like "anywise" and "half a hour". And he's gone before he could really end up being an old geezer. It sucks.
The plus side is that he can at least be with Janice now.
Fuck that is the saddest part.
In hindsight, I think he embraced the old geezer vibe the last ten years as he knew that he was in his twilight years. What a loss.
I've recently been trying to picture Norm as an old man, and every which way I tried to do it, I couldn't. I have feared this day for a long time, perhaps more than my own demise.
All the good ones are owing out before humanity's self-fulfilling demise by choice. RIP Norm, Prince, Bowie, Bourdain...etc. 💜🐕💜
Norm's stories just pulled you in and take took you on a journey and then wham. While I was confined to home because of covid. I spent the whole year watching everything Norm. Every episode of Letterman, Conan, Leno, every podcast, Norm show, read his book watched his movie. I watched everything and laugh no matter how many times I watch.
A comedy rebel. RIP Norm Macdonald
Norm was one of the few comics who didn't totally crap on Leno all the time.
Actual Comedians: "Norm was the best"
Actual Filmmakers: "Kubrick was the best"
there ya go. Norm was an artist.
Apt comparison. Norm, Kubrick, Bob Dylan… all irreplaceable and influential masters of their respective arts.
I wish he could have lived forever, too…
really enjoyed listening to Leno talk about Norm.
Greatest comedian of all time Norm Macdonald
There is no off position on the genius switch, but today, that light shines a bit dimmer. Thank you for taking the time to share. 🙏💪🌎🌍🌏❤️🇺🇸🖖
Thank you Jay.
The Mangrate compilation is a got to for chucks. Genuinely shocked he has passed. RIP Norm.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Jay takes some of the pain away RIP the GOD
Love this. Two great, very different, comics - with mutual respect.
When everybody else was telling jokes Norm was just being funny
I've seen this a lot. It doesn't really hold true. Norm finely tuned his jokes like no other comedian in history. Every tribute from othe comedians includes praise for how absurdly hard he worked on his routine. Yes, he was more naturally funny than everyone else, but he was also the most pure joke-teller.
@@videolad3057 Yup.
Jay is the quickest wit
Say what you will about Jay, but this is the sharpest take on Norm by far.
Beautiful words from Jay.
Norm told his parents, his son, his siblings. He didn't owe anyone else an explanation.
I loved him.
We love you Norm
RIP Norm, you were the best ever.
Hmm “special relationship huh?” I love hearing all the love from other comedians.
Kinda sad they didnt let Jay keep talking about his good friend.
Teachers are the REAL heroes...
Saw Jay at Roy Thompson Hall in Toronto and I know why Norm looked up to him. We’re all having a rough time losing Norm but I know Jay must be feeling it especially bad as a fellow comedy legend