Don Rickles Doesn’t Hold Back – Carson Tonight Show

Don Rickles was a legendary American comedian known for his sharp tongue and quick wit. He made numerous appearances on “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson,” a late-night talk show that aired on NBC from 1962 to 1992.

One of his most memorable appearances on the show was in 1976. Rickles, known for his insults and barbs, was in rare form, delivering a stream of hilarious insults to the audience and the show’s host, Johnny Carson.

Don Rickles was an American comedian and actor known for his quick wit, sharp tongue, and insult humor. Here are some interesting facts about him:

1. Don Rickles was born in Queens, New York, in 1926 and served in the Navy during World War II.
2. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in the 1950s and became known for his insult humor, targeting audience members and celebrities alike.
3. Rickles was a regular guest on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” and made numerous appearances on other talk shows and variety shows.
4. He was also a successful actor, appearing in films like “Run Silent, Run Deep,” “Kelly’s Heroes,” and the “Toy Story” franchise, where he voiced the character Mr. Potato Head.
5. Rickles was good friends with Frank Sinatra and the two often performed together. Sinatra once called Rickles “the merchant of venom.”
6. He was known for his ability to insult people without causing offense, and many of his targets were actually fans of his comedy.
7. Rickles won an Emmy Award in 2008 for a guest appearance on the sitcom “Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project.”
8. He was married to his wife, Barbara, for over 50 years and they had two children together.
9. Rickles passed away in 2017 at the age of 90, but his legacy as one of the greatest insult comics of all time lives on.

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