Carol Burnett always struck me as humble and genuinely appreciative of the opportunities she's had. These seem very uncommon virtues in today's Hollywood.
Ya know, as old as I am, I am of the opinion that the hedonism in Hollywood in the golden ages up to the 70's makes todays Hollywood look like Sesame Street. Then as today, it is people that have the profound luck to make a living doing what they do. But at the end of the day, its their job. I dont remember many, but there were some, really being all that humble relative to some of todays stars.
Virginia Pritchett He always made me laugh but it turns out he was an egomaniac and a jerk, not very nice to his kids. Heard he has a daughter who is homeless, he left her out of his will. Also, i used to think he did the Telethon without pay, all for the kids, NOT SO. He got plenty of money from it. Sorry, great talent does not mean good heart.
@@tilesetter1953 I would check your facts and sources. Now that conjecture and anonymity are the gold standard of "reporting" these dubious assertions become cyber-facts with all too much ease. It is easy to throw rocks in the graveyard.
@@tilesetter1953 ,you know nothing about the personal life of jerry lewis.jerry must have had a valid reason to leave his family out of his well.if he was so terrible,then why did he not neglect his 2nd wife and adopted daughter.maybe his kids saw their father as a dollar sign.only a fool would criticize jerry lewis dedicating his life to his telethon.theres no way major corporations would donate millions of dollars a year,knowing some of the money went into his bank account.unless mr lewis confided in you regarding these issues,your comments are fake news.millions of people adore jerry lewis,and your false accusations are a waste of time.jerry lewis was one of the greatest entertainers that ever lived.jerry to his credit will be remembered as a great humanitarian.i write the truth not gossip.from robert,the s.f.giant fan
Many people see him as a goofball, but that's just the vaudeville side of him. Remember, he has good genes; both his parents were in the business and he worked with his dad. Watch this documentary about him. ruclips.net/video/NEcq_h-P0xM/видео.html If he was an egomaniac as some assert here, it would have come out years ago. Instead he was very welcoming to one and all and he was also an innovator in the film industry. He is damn intelligent and was kind enuf to know that Dean Martin needed to go out on his own to have the fame deserved as a singer. Now, not many people will give up success like that for a partner {also Deano used to fall into depression when the two were doing thier schtick). Remember also the book Jerry wrote about filmaking was treated as a bible by folks like Spielberg, Scorcese, etc. He did invent the video assist. If people see him as aloof is that he's extremely protective of his art and what he does for charity. You don't knock people down for doing what they love, is what he believed.
He is being his best self here, he can come across as a real nasty ass in other interviews. In this interview Jerry Lewis’s great intelligent shows. Clearly,
I have to agree with Jerry!! Carol was always a high point in my heart!! She was a force of nature!! She made me laugh, she was always great!! I'm 59 now and if you've never seen her make a point of doing so, carol will always be remembered fondly! With a smile!!
Well he did love quite a few female comedians including Ellen Degeneres, Whoopi Goldberg, Lucille Ball, Nanette Fabray, Totie Fields, and Joanne Worley to name a few, he complimented or promoted on his shows.
WOW! I am touched by Mr. Lewis's articulation and sincerity. I could not think up a more concise tribute to Carol Burnett's generosity & genius. Both artists are aware of their roles and responsibilities, and for that I will always respect Mr. Lewis and Ms. Burnett.
he gets a bad rap because sometimes, maybe a lot of times, he's a real dick. even to his own family. But a lot of times, like this, he's genuine and generous talking about others
plus he was in a lot of pain he had body pain like crazy and you people are just so selfish you know he hurt his back he was a very busy man and nobody came and saw him on his bad days just on his busy days on his good days when the place he worked at was hopping just to watch not to say hey itlll pick you Jerry on his slow and bad days nobody checked on him after he hurt his back he did it all himself by himself
There needs to be more of this about Carol Burnett... You can't say enough about her..she truly is " one of a kind" And of course...so is Jerry Lewis..theyre both the best and perfectionist in their craft. The list is long of these greats and they are two at the top of that list !
This is what I love about Jerry Lewis, When he speaks about great performers, he praises them with such passion and knowledge of their work that you can feel the love and respect that he has for them. His passion is intense, and he heaps praise on them knowing where they are operating from because he himself operates from that same place.I have heard him say " Tell them while they're still here" so I will. Jerry Lewis my life and my world was made better because you were in it. I love you.
What a humble, intuitive, kindness dwelled in this mega star. Great comedian, made us all laugh for decades, and social activist, bringing awareness' around the world of the plight of MD. RIP.
You "come from there" Mr. Lewis. Thank you for what you have given us...your hard work and incredible talent. Thank you for your telethons. What a brillent and caring man you are. You look terrific on this interview. God Bless
this may be the best 'talk' that Jerry Lewis ever gave. Usually he didn't think that much of female comics, but here he praises Carol Burnett to the sky.
I love to hear Jerry talk and could listen to him for hours reminisce about the past and about colleagues in his profession. I think someone should tape hours of him doing that now so that we will always have it. Love you, Jerry.
Jerry has made me laugh since I was a kid - brilliant! And I totally agree with his comments about Harvey Korman, one of the most under-rated comics ever - he was so funny, he had to laugh at himself sometimes. R.I.P. all the great comics who have given us mere mortals so much to laugh at. Thank you.
She didn't try and do everything, which few can. She allowed the support performers to give their best. Together with her talent produced her great show.
Loved Ms. Carol from the get-got. I hold memories of some of the fondest moments of my life, which are of Carol-created, in my heart. It is there that she will remain until I am no longer. Thank you, Ms Burnett. You're # one in millions and millions.
Amazing! So sharp, intelligent and caring. He kept growing into a better person every day. He was also so complimentary of other performers, recognizing them, throughout his career.
Fascinating to watch the entertainers I grew up with as older people telling their stories. Lewis, Burnett, Gene Wilder, etc. If RUclips has a higher purpose in art, this is it. To archive the history of the performing arts in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
Jerry Lewis lived with incredible back pain for 37 years before he discovered a spine mechanism that blocked the pain messages to his brain. He fell on a metal cable back in 1965 during a pratfall...and considered suicide many times. As a person who suffers from back pain myself, I find it amazing that he could have done all that he did while living in such pain.
RAMKING61 Back pain is no joke. I have end stage osteoarthritis in both shoulders and don’t take any painkillers. But when I pulled a QL muscle in my back a couple of times it was tears and ice packs and a heating pad and wondering if I’ll ever be better. I don’t know how people put up with chronic back pain.
Carol truly does it all... acts too... she really is an artist.. she makes it look so easy you don't think of her in that light... a truly great artist.. but all the things she has done distinguishes her so..
In this interview, Jerry seems so sweet and somewhat attractive for his age. He may or may not be critical, but so are many others who are celebrity types.
I wasn’t alive when they performed. I just found out about them, was stunned by their talent and mutual support and love on stage, and terrific, irreplaceable chemistry. When I found out they broke up I was shocked. Slow tests started to come down my fave and I never saw them live or anything. I haven’t even seen a movie yet. I’ve only seen RUclips performances. We just live to see them live each other, on stage, and bring that magic. I just cried. I just wish they both could have stepped back from the pressures, fane and people telling them they would be better on their own, and appreciated the other more. And worked it out so they could go independent and then reunion even once it’s month or quarter. I’ve never seen magic like that. If I ever have they in my life I’m Going to treasure it I hope with all my heart. I adore, adore Martin and Lewis. I am so glad, too, that they did reconcile.... Can you tell me what it was like during the time? I imagine people were so upset, even as a nation? Thank you for sharing!
Great mind. Great writer. Great comedian. Super cool. Great Guy. As a child I loved his movies. As an adult I love his interviews. Thanks Jerry. Thanks for the movies, for the telethons, for Dino for everything. God bless Jerry Lewis!
I grew up on both Jerry and Carol and I adore them more than words. I'm so glad that we still have them with us. I wonder what his thoughts are on Lucille Ball, though. Many consider her the Queen of Comedy and naturally, she inspired Carol very much.
*Jerry Lewis is rightly a legend. Many people have forgotten but he lived with horrendous pain most of his life and worked like a maniac for nearly 60 years and more ! at what he did best: he was a genius.*
My wife and I miss so many who've moved on to entertain the Angels. *Now Playing, On Stage, at the White Cloud Theatre. Everything comes up blue skies for them. Jerry was very nice to my wife and we humbly thank him in spirit.
That tribute has to be one of the most accurate beautiful and moving i've ever been privelaged to listen to and all the more poignant because it's coming from a comic genius. thanks so much for posting
Love both Jerry Lewis and Carrol Burnett! Jerry is hilarious and is a very sincere man, and Carol is hilarious and is a very sincere lady. They both are legends in their own right. I agree 110% with Jerry, the network will allow just about anything on tv today, that's why it's mostly garbage now. Like Jerry said.
I remember Carol wanted to bring a smile to every one she met. She would throw out comments to people at check counter at the grocery store just for a smile to come over your face.
Thank You > I know a girl who had MDA and Jerry's kids paid hundreds of thousands for her bills and care. The man is simply fantastic for the charity he has done.Not to mention he was hilarious . Errand boy is one of the the funniest movies ever , along with the nutty Professor , of course.
Lucille Ball 1, Carol Burnett 1A, if you doubt how good Carol was in her prime, Lucille Ball never turned Carol down when she called to do a guest spot. The top dog will always be Lucille but not far behind is Carol
yes Loved her I didnt really care for lucy she was a little slow and it was to sitcomish I think all I saw her on was Ilove lucy but she was gorgeous and the long long trailer where she picked up the rocks that was funny but thats it
sorry, no. lucy was of course great but she gets more press because she was "first." carol was a more talented comedian and easily more talented overall - she could also sing very well and improvise comedically - lucy couldn't
@@joe-vz6hx Not more press because she was first. Lucy predated Carol yes, but Lucy's shows (I Love Lucy) are watched today because she was a genius at what she did. And they're still funny. Carol might have been more versatile with the singing - and she was NOT a more talented comedian than Lucy - but genius is not a tag I would hang on Ms Burnett.
Jerry Lewis was a rare genius. Way above most in his game. He was exceptionally unique in terms of his signature. It was huge. Go back and watch that early stuff from the 60's and on. It was so obscure yet so brilliant. He had a fire that is extremely rare, and he had it until the day that he said goodbye to this world.
Yes :) and more .... Humanitarian Awards “Jerry Lewis is a man for all seasons, all people and all times. His name has, in the hearts of millions, become synonymous with peace, love, and brotherhood.” The late Secretary of Defense Les Aspin, then a congressman from Wisconsin, penned those words in 1977 in the conclusion of his nomination of Jerry for the Nobel Peace Prize. Never in the history of show business has an entertainer been so honored. In 1984, the government of France officially recognized that country's legendary admiration of Jerry Lewis by giving him its two most distinguished awards. First, Lewis was made a Commander in the Order of Arts and Letters, and was extolled by French Minister of Culture Jack Lang for his “human qualities and generosity. You are a child’s friend, and a model for adults.” Later that same year, Jerry was inducted into the Legion of Honor by the decree of President Francois Mitterand. Legion membership honors individuals whose accomplishments demonstrate extraordinary public service. Back in the United States, on June 8, 1985, the Defense Department presented Jerry with its highest civilian award - the Medal for Distinguished Public Service. The citation that accompanies the engraved gold medal reads, in part: “His service has had a profound effect on the youth of our country, on men and women in uniform today and their children, and on those children who shall one day serve our country in its defense.” In December 1996, the American Medical Association presented its Lifetime Achievement Awards to Jerry and MDA “for significant and lasting contributions to the health and welfare of humanity.” Jerry was honored for his decades of dedication to MDA, becoming only the fifth person in AMA history to receive this award. As National Chairman of MDA, Jerry has devoted two-thirds of his lifetime to the effort to eradicate neuromuscular diseases. His unflagging, year-round work for this cause has endeared him to millions. Under Jerry’s leadership, the Association has been - and will continue to be - the recognized leader in the worldwide fight against these diseases. Legendary Entertainer One of the most successful performers in show business - with worldwide box office gross receipts of his films in excess of $800 million - Jerry Lewis has received global acclaim for his unique ability and style with both comedy and drama. Best known for his comedic genius, he's considered among the elite in the history of comedy. He has an exceptional feel for comic timing and possesses all the other unique qualities of a great clown. Critic Harriet Van Horne described Jerry’s screen persona as “a sort of witless genius,” while Hollywood director Leo McCarey called Lewis “the Pied Piper of the business, the heir to the mantle of Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd.” In 1991, Jerry received two impressive honors as the show business industry recognized his lifetime of achievement. On January 13, he received the Comic Life Achievement Award during cable television’s annual ACE Awards. The National Association of Broadcasters paid tribute to Jerry by inducting him into the Broadcast Hall of Fame on April 17. Jerry was inducted into the International Humor Hall of Fame in 1992. And on February 22, 1998, Jerry received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Comedy Hall of Fame. In 1999, legendary film director Martin Scorsese presented Jerry Lewis with a career Golden Lion award at the Venice International Film Festival. Lewis was honored as “an extraordinary example of the total filmmaker: scriptwriter, director and protagonist of his films, therefore fully responsible for his work.” He kept giving and giving and giving to us. He loved so much. We are so grateful to him and his life.
I know them both. Jerry, was a fine actor, Human being, and a man that lived his career. Carol, is a star many many times over. A lady that never forgets a birthday. Benjamin Hahn Beverly Hills CA
More a function of not knowing talent at all I would elicit this modern ignorance of humor. We need only see what passes for comedy now, childish angry pranks and poop jokes, ranting anxious paranoids soliciting uncomfortable laughter from their self inflicted pain. I wrote jokes as a sideline many years ago with some success. Comedy is on life support of late... you may have noticed.
It's a shame that Jerry Lewis felt he had to apologize for his "memory" issues; he was a genius and I see absolutely no memory issues here. That's sadly typical of many old Americans, they feel diminished with age. Rest in peace, Jerry.
That surreal description he gives about Carol starting at 8:58 is just beautiful in so many ways. I 100% understood every reference. All about her character.
CAROL IS THE BEST AND MOST HUMBLE COMEDY ACTRESS EVER,LOVE HER.JERRY'S A BIG CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMEDY CAREER OF HIS TIME ,IT'S GREAT TO REMEMBER HOW HE MADE US LAUGH.
Not sure why everyone started wondering why he didn't mention Lucille Ball. Ummmm, because it was strictly a TRIBUTE TO CAROL. He even says in the last line this is all about Carol.
I just watched nutty professor and the speech you made at the ball really hit home about liking yourself etc... Thank you jerry for sharing that. I put it on my Facebook status.
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MAN YOU ARE IN THIS INTERVIEW,,, YOU ARE SO DEEP IN YOUR SOUL ABOUT ACTING AND THROWING YOURSELF WITH EMOTIONAL DISPLAY AS WE ALL DO AND YES YOU HAVE TO BE SO CAREFUL WITH THAT! IT IS A HIGH BAR AND YOUR FANS WILL ALWAYS EXPECT THAT OUT OF YOU AND SOMEDAYS' IT MIGHT NOT MET UP TO THE EXPECTATIONS OF YOU FOR THEM! TO SEE! AND WOW THAT IS A FALL ON A CEMENT FLOOR!
Querido Jerry! soy Argentina quería aprovechar la oportunidad para agradecerle toda la felicidad que me dio en mi infancia. Yo perdí mi madre a los 2 años, y fui criada por mi madastra... iba a la casa de mi padre los fines de semana y los sabados en el canal 7 daban las películas junto con Dean Martin..me producían mucha felicidad y en mi corazón sentía amor por Usted! lei sus memorias hoy con 42 años y no me defraudo!! gracias !! lo quiero mucho!!!es una gran persona!
The thing about Carol was that we didnt know her as a character. She seemed to be just Carol. We rarely know the true poeple behind the characters we fall in love with. Now we get to see all the blemishes and fails of our celebrities. Back then the closest thing we had was the Johhny Carson show. So we got to keep our adoration of them as the characters they played. The exceptions I can think of were Carol Burnett, Dean Martin, and Red Skelton. They seemed to be them in everything they did.
I saw an interview with Carol. She said Buster Keaton worked with her. All these amazing artists who touched lives from vaudeville to the great 70's variety shows are irreplaceable.
He did an amazing interview about Carol Burnett who is without a doubt a master at her craft for years, I used to watch some of her weekly shows, they were popular and funny.
Jerry was my favorite comic as a kid. I thought "The Family Jewels" was a riot -- he played 8 roles in it. I also liked "The Nutty professor." He had rare gifts and has the authority to speak on Carol and on show biz.
Who knew just how brilliant Jerry Lewis was, I think it was Dean Martin who said everything they did together was all dreamed up by Jerry Lewis, and that is why he split with Jerry. Truthfully I loved both of them as each had their own genius.
In the early 80's my cousin Georgie was invited to a fundraiser for MDA- Jerry Lewis was doing a show near the area and heard about the fundraiser and came and met with all of the kids... he did so OFF CAMERA. It wasn't a press event, he gained nothing from it, he just came over and met with the kids, laughed and joked, hugged and smiled and even cried a little bit. The man I met that day was sincere. If he was such an ass, why would he do such a kind thing without anything in it for himself?
Klunket. Maybe because some people today can't think further than making crude, basic insults. Sometimes amongst the rot, springs a positive true story that is worth reading. Thank you for sharing that about Jerry Lewis. Wayne Marion's in your case it would appear not.
Jerry Lewis what a man he was gracious compassionate passionate about everything that he did I love him I love Dean Martin the both of them were just gracious people I miss them both I wish we had people like that in today's society but that's not to be God bless you Jerry God bless you Dean
Yes! Humanitarian Awards “Jerry Lewis is a man for all seasons, all people and all times. His name has, in the hearts of millions, become synonymous with peace, love, and brotherhood.” The late Secretary of Defense Les Aspin, then a congressman from Wisconsin, penned those words in 1977 in the conclusion of his nomination of Jerry for the Nobel Peace Prize. Never in the history of show business has an entertainer been so honored. In 1984, the government of France officially recognized that country's legendary admiration of Jerry Lewis by giving him its two most distinguished awards. First, Lewis was made a Commander in the Order of Arts and Letters, and was extolled by French Minister of Culture Jack Lang for his “human qualities and generosity. You are a child’s friend, and a model for adults.” Later that same year, Jerry was inducted into the Legion of Honor by the decree of President Francois Mitterand. Legion membership honors individuals whose accomplishments demonstrate extraordinary public service. Back in the United States, on June 8, 1985, the Defense Department presented Jerry with its highest civilian award - the Medal for Distinguished Public Service. The citation that accompanies the engraved gold medal reads, in part: “His service has had a profound effect on the youth of our country, on men and women in uniform today and their children, and on those children who shall one day serve our country in its defense.” In December 1996, the American Medical Association presented its Lifetime Achievement Awards to Jerry and MDA “for significant and lasting contributions to the health and welfare of humanity.” Jerry was honored for his decades of dedication to MDA, becoming only the fifth person in AMA history to receive this award. As National Chairman of MDA, Jerry has devoted two-thirds of his lifetime to the effort to eradicate neuromuscular diseases. His unflagging, year-round work for this cause has endeared him to millions. Under Jerry’s leadership, the Association has been - and will continue to be - the recognized leader in the worldwide fight against these diseases. Legendary Entertainer One of the most successful performers in show business - with worldwide box office gross receipts of his films in excess of $800 million - Jerry Lewis has received global acclaim for his unique ability and style with both comedy and drama. Best known for his comedic genius, he's considered among the elite in the history of comedy. He has an exceptional feel for comic timing and possesses all the other unique qualities of a great clown. Critic Harriet Van Horne described Jerry’s screen persona as “a sort of witless genius,” while Hollywood director Leo McCarey called Lewis “the Pied Piper of the business, the heir to the mantle of Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd.” In 1991, Jerry received two impressive honors as the show business industry recognized his lifetime of achievement. On January 13, he received the Comic Life Achievement Award during cable television’s annual ACE Awards. The National Association of Broadcasters paid tribute to Jerry by inducting him into the Broadcast Hall of Fame on April 17. Jerry was inducted into the International Humor Hall of Fame in 1992. And on February 22, 1998, Jerry received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Comedy Hall of Fame. In 1999, legendary film director Martin Scorsese presented Jerry Lewis with a career Golden Lion award at the Venice International Film Festival. Lewis was honored as “an extraordinary example of the total filmmaker: scriptwriter, director and protagonist of his films, therefore fully responsible for his work.” He kept giving and giving and giving to us. He loved so much. We are so grateful to him and his life.
I grew up watching Jerry Lewis!! late 60's early 70's. I truly miss that era, wish I could relive it....I'd give my parent a longer hug and my grandparents.
What a genuine, and authentic, appreciation by one "clown" (not a pejorative) of another "clown." Lucille Ball (another "clown") once said about Ms. Burnett (paraphrasing), "I try not to envy anybody, but I envy her a little bit: She can do ANYTHING."
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Carol Burnett always struck me as humble and genuinely appreciative of the opportunities she's had. These seem very uncommon virtues in today's Hollywood.
Are you at once humble and inferring that other people are not as humble as you? Or do you think only certain people should be humble?
Ya know, as old as I am, I am of the opinion that the hedonism in Hollywood in the golden ages up to the 70's makes todays Hollywood look like Sesame Street. Then as today, it is people that have the profound luck to make a living doing what they do. But at the end of the day, its their job. I dont remember many, but there were some, really being all that humble relative to some of todays stars.
There is no todays Hollywood!
She was just amazing and created joy in the world. She is very much missed. ❤
"You can't find another Harvey Korman. You have to be happy with that block of time he gave us - and then put it away." Wise, beautiful genius.
Jerry seemed to reach a peak of kindness with his virtual worship of Carol .
Jerry is being kind but he can also be critical as hell. These compliments are true.
Virginia Pritchett He always made me laugh but it turns out he was an egomaniac and a jerk, not very nice to his kids. Heard he has a daughter who is homeless, he left her out of his will. Also, i used to think he did the Telethon without pay, all for the kids, NOT SO. He got plenty of money from it. Sorry, great talent does not mean good heart.
@@tilesetter1953 I would check your facts and sources. Now that conjecture and anonymity are the gold standard of "reporting" these dubious assertions become cyber-facts with all too much ease. It is easy to throw rocks in the graveyard.
@@tilesetter1953 ,you know nothing about the personal life of jerry lewis.jerry must have had a valid reason to leave his family out of his well.if he was so terrible,then why did he not neglect his 2nd wife and adopted daughter.maybe his kids saw their father as a dollar sign.only a fool would criticize jerry lewis dedicating his life to his telethon.theres no way major corporations would donate millions of dollars a year,knowing some of the money went into his bank account.unless mr lewis confided in you regarding these issues,your comments are fake news.millions of people adore jerry lewis,and your false accusations are a waste of time.jerry lewis was one of the greatest entertainers that ever lived.jerry to his credit will be remembered as a great humanitarian.i write the truth not gossip.from robert,the s.f.giant fan
Many people see him as a goofball, but that's just the vaudeville side of him. Remember, he has good genes; both his parents were in the business and he worked with his dad. Watch this documentary about him.
ruclips.net/video/NEcq_h-P0xM/видео.html
If he was an egomaniac as some assert here, it would have come out years ago. Instead he was very welcoming to one and all and he was also an innovator in the film industry. He is damn intelligent and was kind enuf to know that Dean Martin needed to go out on his own to have the fame deserved as a singer. Now, not many people will give up success like that for a partner {also Deano used to fall into depression when the two were doing thier schtick). Remember also the book Jerry wrote about filmaking was treated as a bible by folks like Spielberg, Scorcese, etc. He did invent the video assist. If people see him as aloof is that he's extremely protective of his art and what he does for charity. You don't knock people down for doing what they love, is what he believed.
He is being his best self here, he can come across as a real nasty ass in other interviews. In this interview Jerry Lewis’s great intelligent shows. Clearly,
Never will be anyone like Carrol Burnett or Jerry Lewis again. Both came from the heart with such dignity and class. Distinction and genius!
I have to agree with Jerry!! Carol was always a high point in my heart!! She was a force of nature!! She made me laugh, she was always great!! I'm 59 now and if you've never seen her make a point of doing so, carol will always be remembered fondly! With a smile!!
Carol Burnett is the best or my favorite comedian. I think she's a genuine person too.
Sometimes the most beautiful gifts of wisdom come wrapped in crinkled paper.
Coming from Jerry Lewis, this is the Best and most Sincere Compliment for Carol Burnett.
Well he did love quite a few female comedians including Ellen Degeneres, Whoopi Goldberg, Lucille Ball, Nanette Fabray, Totie Fields, and Joanne Worley to name a few, he complimented or promoted on his shows.
WOW! I am touched by Mr. Lewis's articulation and sincerity. I could not think up a more concise tribute to Carol Burnett's generosity & genius. Both artists are aware of their roles and responsibilities, and for that I will always respect Mr. Lewis and Ms. Burnett.
Jerry's honor to Carol will stand unsurpassed. Only "the books of heaven" record greater details of the joy Carol gave to her audience.
he gets a bad rap, but he just gives honest opinions. he did
acknowledge real talent!!! R I P
he gets a bad rap because sometimes, maybe a lot of times, he's a real dick. even to his own family. But a lot of times, like this, he's genuine and generous talking about others
@@Mike1614b lol He was looking for a good time a good talent and a good sense of humor the world has lost
plus he was in a lot of pain he had body pain like crazy and you people are just so selfish you know he hurt his back he was a very busy man and nobody came and saw him on his bad days just on his busy days on his good days when the place he worked at was hopping just to watch not to say hey itlll pick you Jerry on his slow and bad days nobody checked on him after he hurt his back he did it all himself by himself
Like a lot of comedy greats, he was probably a complicated individual.
There needs to be more of this about Carol Burnett...
You can't say enough about her..she truly is " one of a kind"
And of course...so is Jerry Lewis..theyre both the best and perfectionist in their craft. The list is long of these greats and they are two at the top of that list !
This is what I love about Jerry Lewis, When he speaks about great performers, he praises them with such passion and knowledge of their work that you can feel the love and respect that he has for them. His passion is intense, and he heaps praise on them knowing where they are operating from because he himself operates from that same place.I have heard him say " Tell them while they're still here" so I will. Jerry Lewis my life and my world was made better because you were in it. I love you.
What a humble, intuitive, kindness dwelled in this mega star. Great comedian, made us all laugh for decades, and social activist, bringing awareness' around the world of the plight of MD. RIP.
You "come from there" Mr. Lewis. Thank you for what you have given us...your hard work and incredible talent. Thank you for your telethons. What a brillent and caring man you are. You look terrific on this interview. God Bless
this may be the best 'talk' that Jerry Lewis ever gave. Usually he didn't think that much of female comics, but here he praises Carol Burnett to the sky.
Some of the happiest moments in my life were spent with him.
I love to hear Jerry talk and could listen to him for hours reminisce about the past and about colleagues in his profession. I think someone should tape hours of him doing that now so that we will always have it. Love you, Jerry.
What a beautiful, thoughtful tribute to Carol Burnett! Thank you Jerry.
Jerry has made me laugh since I was a kid - brilliant! And I totally agree with his comments about Harvey Korman, one of the most under-rated comics ever - he was so funny, he had to laugh at himself sometimes. R.I.P. all the great comics who have given us mere mortals so much to laugh at. Thank you.
pattigee1 Harvey laughing at himself was what made it even funnier.
Agreed, lol.
H H Dont forget Tim Conway, alone or with Harvey ;)
+Margaret's New Toy Lynn Parks Harvey was the best.
Your Ignorant hate filled comment is what 'nasty nasty' means. Now jog away.
She didn't try and do everything, which few can. She allowed the support performers to give their best. Together with her talent produced her great show.
Loved Ms. Carol from the get-got. I hold memories of some of the fondest moments of my life, which are of Carol-created, in my heart. It is there that she will remain until I am no longer. Thank you, Ms Burnett. You're # one in millions and millions.
Carol Burnett is a beautiful person..
Rip Jerry. You were a beautiful soul, too.
For a guy whos
87, he's looks and talks amazing!
Amazing! So sharp, intelligent and caring. He kept growing into a better person every day. He was also so complimentary of other performers, recognizing them, throughout his career.
Fascinating to watch the entertainers I grew up with as older people telling their stories. Lewis, Burnett, Gene Wilder, etc. If RUclips has a higher purpose in art, this is it. To archive the history of the performing arts in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
Well said,my friend. Its important that we atleast introduce the younger generation to these legends on here.
Jerry Lewis lived with incredible back pain for 37 years before he discovered a spine mechanism that blocked the pain messages to his brain. He fell on a metal cable back in 1965 during a pratfall...and considered suicide many times.
As a person who suffers from back pain myself, I find it amazing that he could have done all that he did while living in such pain.
yeah thats what I was saying you're a good dude thanks for taking up for the best man in comedy you know he was really lonely
Thanks for this info and might explain why he was often unpleasant.
RAMKING61 Back pain is no joke. I have end stage osteoarthritis in both shoulders and don’t take any painkillers. But when I pulled a QL muscle in my back a couple of times it was tears and ice packs and a heating pad and wondering if I’ll ever be better. I don’t know how people put up with chronic back pain.
RIP Jerry and thanks for the 2.3 billion you raised for Multiple Sclerosis and all the people that helped. Such beautiful words about Carol 👍👍
I think you mean Muscular Dystrophy.
Carol truly does it all... acts too... she really is an artist.. she makes it look so easy you don't think of her in that light... a truly great artist.. but all the things she has done distinguishes her so..
I love this man. I can't help it. Always will
The Bell Boy was a kind of salute to Chaplin. And no other comedian could have pulled it off like Jerry did.
And Chaplin loved it.
That’s wonderful! Where did you read that or know that?
I wish you could freeze time. If so, Jerry and Dean would forever be the young crooner and the kid. Making us happy.
I was 11 when they broke up their act and it made me so sad! I still feel bad about it because they were so good together.
Jerry and Dean are now forever young and together...RIP Jerry. 8/20/17.
Tammy Nelson Agree 100%.
In this interview, Jerry seems so sweet and somewhat attractive for his age. He may or may not be critical, but so are many others who are celebrity types.
I wasn’t alive when they performed. I just found out about them, was stunned by their talent and mutual support and love on stage, and terrific, irreplaceable chemistry. When I found out they broke up I was shocked. Slow tests started to come down my fave and I never saw them live or anything. I haven’t even seen a movie yet. I’ve only seen RUclips performances. We just live to see them live each other, on stage, and bring that magic. I just cried. I just wish they both could have stepped back from the pressures, fane and people telling them they would be better on their own, and appreciated the other more. And worked it out so they could go independent and then reunion even once it’s month or quarter. I’ve never seen magic like that. If I ever have they in my life I’m
Going to treasure it I hope with all my heart. I adore, adore Martin and Lewis. I am so glad, too, that they did reconcile....
Can you tell me what it was like during the time? I imagine people were so upset, even as a nation?
Thank you for sharing!
Great mind. Great writer. Great comedian. Super cool. Great Guy. As a child I loved his movies. As an adult I love his interviews. Thanks Jerry. Thanks for the movies, for the telethons, for Dino for everything. God bless Jerry Lewis!
I grew up on both Jerry and Carol and I adore them more than words. I'm so glad that we still have them with us. I wonder what his thoughts are on Lucille Ball, though. Many consider her the Queen of Comedy and naturally, she inspired Carol very much.
*Jerry Lewis is rightly a legend. Many people have forgotten but he lived with horrendous pain most of his life and worked like a maniac for nearly 60 years and more ! at what he did best: he was a genius.*
My wife and I miss so many who've moved on to entertain the Angels. *Now Playing, On Stage, at the White Cloud Theatre. Everything comes up blue skies for them. Jerry was very nice to my wife and we humbly thank him in spirit.
That tribute has to be one of the most accurate beautiful and moving i've ever been privelaged to listen to and all the more poignant because it's coming from a comic genius. thanks so much for posting
Love both Jerry Lewis and Carrol Burnett! Jerry is hilarious and is a very sincere man, and Carol is hilarious and is a very sincere lady. They both are legends in their own right. I agree 110% with Jerry, the network will allow just about anything on tv today, that's why it's mostly garbage now. Like Jerry said.
God Bless this man who made me laugh so many times as a kid. Thanks Jerry for the memories.
Carol must have cried tears of joy and of other types throughout this, assuming she watched. Highest praise, indeed!
I remember Carol wanted to bring a smile to every one she met. She would throw out comments to people at check counter at the grocery store just for a smile to come over your face.
The man who did so much & brought so many together.
Thank You > I know a girl who had MDA and Jerry's kids paid hundreds of thousands for her bills and care. The man is simply fantastic for the charity he has done.Not to mention he was hilarious . Errand boy is one of the the funniest movies ever , along with the nutty Professor , of course.
He is very intelligent about his profession. i enjoyed this a lot :}
Lucille Ball 1, Carol Burnett 1A, if you doubt how good Carol was in her prime, Lucille Ball never turned Carol down when she called to do a guest spot. The top dog will always be Lucille but not far behind is Carol
As far as talent Carol Burnett was more versatile.
yes Loved her I didnt really care for lucy she was a little slow and it was to sitcomish I think all I saw her on was Ilove lucy but she was gorgeous and the long long trailer where she picked up the rocks that was funny but thats it
sorry, no. lucy was of course great but she gets more press because she was "first." carol was a more talented comedian and easily more talented overall - she could also sing very well and improvise comedically - lucy couldn't
@@joe-vz6hx Not more press because she was first. Lucy predated Carol yes, but Lucy's shows (I Love Lucy) are watched today because she was a genius at what she did. And they're still funny. Carol might have been more versatile with the singing - and she was NOT a more talented comedian than Lucy - but genius is not a tag I would hang on Ms Burnett.
@@jamesanthony5681 Lucy was a character, carol was so many characters!
Jerry Lewis was a rare genius. Way above most in his game. He was exceptionally unique in terms of his signature. It was huge. Go back and watch that early stuff from the 60's and on. It was so obscure yet so brilliant. He had a fire that is extremely rare, and he had it until the day that he said goodbye to this world.
Giod Bless you Jerry. You have never had a bad word for anyone. Thanks for your years of entertainment. Heaven is for no-one if not for you.
He really summed her up beautifully!
This is great. He can go on and on about the people he admires and respects. I love that about Jerry :)
He was great and Carol Burnett,,simply a outstanding actor and performer,,,I love you both thanks for the laughs and great entertainment.....
The KING of Saturday afternoon movies in the 60's.
Yes :) and more ....
Humanitarian Awards
“Jerry Lewis is a man for all seasons, all people and all times. His name has, in the hearts of millions, become synonymous with peace, love, and brotherhood.” The late Secretary of Defense Les Aspin, then a congressman from Wisconsin, penned those words in 1977 in the conclusion of his nomination of Jerry for the Nobel Peace Prize. Never in the history of show business has an entertainer been so honored.
In 1984, the government of France officially recognized that country's legendary admiration of Jerry Lewis by giving him its two most distinguished awards. First, Lewis was made a Commander in the Order of Arts and Letters, and was extolled by French Minister of Culture Jack Lang for his “human qualities and generosity. You are a child’s friend, and a model for adults.” Later that same year, Jerry was inducted into the Legion of Honor by the decree of President Francois Mitterand. Legion membership honors individuals whose accomplishments demonstrate extraordinary public service.
Back in the United States, on June 8, 1985, the Defense Department presented Jerry with its highest civilian award - the Medal for Distinguished Public Service. The citation that accompanies the engraved gold medal reads, in part: “His service has had a profound effect on the youth of our country, on men and women in uniform today and their children, and on those children who shall one day serve our country in its defense.”
In December 1996, the American Medical Association presented its Lifetime Achievement Awards to Jerry and MDA “for significant and lasting contributions to the health and welfare of humanity.” Jerry was honored for his decades of dedication to MDA, becoming only the fifth person in AMA history to receive this award.
As National Chairman of MDA, Jerry has devoted two-thirds of his lifetime to the effort to eradicate neuromuscular diseases. His unflagging, year-round work for this cause has endeared him to millions. Under Jerry’s leadership, the Association has been - and will continue to be - the recognized leader in the worldwide fight against these diseases.
Legendary Entertainer
One of the most successful performers in show business - with worldwide box office gross receipts of his films in excess of $800 million - Jerry Lewis has received global acclaim for his unique ability and style with both comedy and drama. Best known for his comedic genius, he's considered among the elite in the history of comedy. He has an exceptional feel for comic timing and possesses all the other unique qualities of a great clown. Critic Harriet Van Horne described Jerry’s screen persona as “a sort of witless genius,” while Hollywood director Leo McCarey called Lewis “the Pied Piper of the business, the heir to the mantle of Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd.”
In 1991, Jerry received two impressive honors as the show business industry recognized his lifetime of achievement. On January 13, he received the Comic Life Achievement Award during cable television’s annual ACE Awards. The National Association of Broadcasters paid tribute to Jerry by inducting him into the Broadcast Hall of Fame on April 17.
Jerry was inducted into the International Humor Hall of Fame in 1992. And on February 22, 1998, Jerry received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Comedy Hall of Fame.
In 1999, legendary film director Martin Scorsese presented Jerry Lewis with a career Golden Lion award at the Venice International Film Festival. Lewis was honored as “an extraordinary example of the total filmmaker: scriptwriter, director and protagonist of his films, therefore fully responsible for his work.”
He kept giving and giving and giving to us. He loved so much. We are so grateful to him and his life.
I loved the way that Jerry Lewis speaks. His expressions. His choice of words. Clear and wise. Great interview.
I know them both. Jerry, was a fine actor, Human being, and a man that lived his career. Carol, is a star many many times over. A lady that never forgets a birthday.
Benjamin Hahn
Beverly Hills CA
Fine enough actor I guess. Was he a split personality or just a strange geezer?
I love to see people being gracious like Lewis is being to Burnett here.
Jerry Lewis gave her high praise,quite an honor for Carol! Ilove Jerry's laugh is young and mischievous!
Sad how ,when these great talents age and look and sound so different- some people forget their value to society.
Fact. ☑️
More a function of not knowing talent at all I would elicit this modern ignorance of humor. We need only see what passes for comedy now, childish angry pranks and poop jokes, ranting anxious paranoids soliciting uncomfortable laughter from their self inflicted pain. I wrote jokes as a sideline many years ago with some success. Comedy is on life support of late... you may have noticed.
Even with Jerry's wisdom, he always makes me laugh! Thanks so much for this beautiful tube!
Que Lindo! Love his humility and appreciation of others. Aahh that laugh.. He'll be surely missed.
its always easy to listen to him. i think he's so damn smart. i thought so from 1st sit-down that i saw
It's a shame that Jerry Lewis felt he had to apologize for his "memory" issues; he was a genius and I see absolutely no memory issues here. That's sadly typical of many old Americans, they feel diminished with age. Rest in peace, Jerry.
That surreal description he gives about Carol starting at 8:58 is just beautiful in so many ways. I 100% understood every reference. All about her character.
I really loved this, what a fascinating fella!
Awesome to watch...thank you ❤️
He's remarkably thoughtful and wise here. I like it when I see this side of him.
CAROL IS THE BEST AND MOST HUMBLE COMEDY ACTRESS EVER,LOVE HER.JERRY'S A BIG CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMEDY CAREER OF HIS TIME ,IT'S GREAT TO REMEMBER HOW HE MADE US LAUGH.
Even at this age he was unfairly handsome.
Couldn't agree more! He was incredibly sexy and still very handsome at that age!
I love him. I've loved him all my life.
Not sure why everyone started wondering why he didn't mention Lucille Ball. Ummmm, because it was strictly a TRIBUTE TO CAROL. He even says in the last line this is all about Carol.
I just watched nutty professor and the speech you made at the ball really hit home about liking yourself etc... Thank you jerry for sharing that. I put it on my Facebook status.
Carol deserves the accolades... But You can't give props to Carol Burnett without mentioning Imogene Coca.
+DarkMsStress Totally agree with you!
... or Vicky Lawrence, Harvey Korman and Tim Conway, her redoubtable deuteragonists and antagonists.
Wytee Powers, that was an evil thing to say, but no worries, God will take care of Jerry while you burn in hell :) LOL
Wytee Powers, but he wants you! ;) lol Satan loves hateful, judgmental people! it's his food!
DarkMsStress - All talent grows from being influenced by previous artists. So, it all goes without saying.
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MAN YOU ARE IN THIS INTERVIEW,,, YOU ARE SO DEEP IN YOUR SOUL ABOUT ACTING AND THROWING YOURSELF WITH EMOTIONAL DISPLAY AS WE ALL DO AND YES YOU HAVE TO BE SO CAREFUL WITH THAT! IT IS A HIGH BAR AND YOUR FANS WILL ALWAYS EXPECT THAT OUT OF YOU AND SOMEDAYS' IT MIGHT NOT MET UP TO THE EXPECTATIONS OF YOU FOR THEM! TO SEE! AND WOW THAT IS A FALL ON A CEMENT FLOOR!
Querido Jerry! soy Argentina quería aprovechar la oportunidad para agradecerle toda la felicidad que me dio en mi infancia. Yo perdí mi madre a los 2 años, y fui criada por mi madastra... iba a la casa de mi padre los fines de semana y los sabados en el canal 7 daban las películas junto con Dean Martin..me producían mucha felicidad y en mi corazón sentía amor por Usted! lei sus memorias hoy con 42 años y no me defraudo!! gracias !! lo quiero mucho!!!es una gran persona!
***** BASTAAAAAAAAAAAAA PAPAAAAAAAAAAAA
Miss you Jerry
I agree with you! I believe a true comedian be it male or female, does not have too be lewd, as some are today!
The thing about Carol was that we didnt know her as a character. She seemed to be just Carol. We rarely know the true poeple behind the characters we fall in love with. Now we get to see all the blemishes and fails of our celebrities. Back then the closest thing we had was the Johhny Carson show. So we got to keep our adoration of them as the characters they played. The exceptions I can think of were Carol Burnett, Dean Martin, and Red Skelton. They seemed to be them in everything they did.
When Jerry laughed the whole world laughed with him
jerry looks good haven't seen him in years a true giant
If any of you haven't read it, read Jerry's book (Dean and Me - a love story). EXCELLENT read and I wasn't that big of a fan before I read it.
I heard about the book and ran to the library. He couldn't talk before Dean had died because Dean was so private. Really enjoyed it!
I saw an interview with Carol. She said Buster Keaton worked with her. All these amazing artists who touched lives from vaudeville to the great 70's variety shows are irreplaceable.
He did an amazing interview about Carol Burnett who is without a doubt a master at her craft for years, I used to watch some of her weekly shows, they were popular and funny.
Jerry is such a giver. humbles me
Jerry was my favorite comic as a kid. I thought "The Family Jewels" was a riot -- he played 8 roles in it. I also liked "The Nutty professor." He had rare gifts and has the authority to speak on Carol and on show biz.
Who knew just how brilliant Jerry Lewis was, I think it was Dean Martin who said everything they did together was all dreamed up by Jerry Lewis, and that is why he split with Jerry. Truthfully I loved both of them as each had their own genius.
The MDA books are open, and not one cent ever went to Jerry Lewis.
Even Snopes has disproved this claim.
He's still sharp of mind.
He made me cry , I forgot how much I loved Carol Burnett. Thank you Jerry
Love you Jerry
God, I miss Jerry Lewis. He truly loved Dean.
Such kind and gracious words. I love Carol Burnett.
In the early 80's my cousin Georgie was invited to a fundraiser for MDA- Jerry Lewis was doing a show near the area and heard about the fundraiser and came and met with all of the kids... he did so OFF CAMERA. It wasn't a press event, he gained nothing from it, he just came over and met with the kids, laughed and joked, hugged and smiled and even cried a little bit. The man I met that day was sincere. If he was such an ass, why would he do such a kind thing without anything in it for himself?
Klunket. Maybe because some people today can't think further than making crude, basic insults. Sometimes amongst the rot, springs a positive true story that is worth reading. Thank you for sharing that about Jerry Lewis.
Wayne Marion's in your case it would appear not.
Jerry Lewis what a man he was gracious compassionate passionate about everything that he did I love him I love Dean Martin the both of them were just gracious people I miss them both I wish we had people like that in today's society but that's not to be God bless you Jerry God bless you Dean
Jerry Louis. A true American genius, an innovator in film and television.
Lewis :)
Yes!
Humanitarian Awards
“Jerry Lewis is a man for all seasons, all people and all times. His name has, in the hearts of millions, become synonymous with peace, love, and brotherhood.” The late Secretary of Defense Les Aspin, then a congressman from Wisconsin, penned those words in 1977 in the conclusion of his nomination of Jerry for the Nobel Peace Prize. Never in the history of show business has an entertainer been so honored.
In 1984, the government of France officially recognized that country's legendary admiration of Jerry Lewis by giving him its two most distinguished awards. First, Lewis was made a Commander in the Order of Arts and Letters, and was extolled by French Minister of Culture Jack Lang for his “human qualities and generosity. You are a child’s friend, and a model for adults.” Later that same year, Jerry was inducted into the Legion of Honor by the decree of President Francois Mitterand. Legion membership honors individuals whose accomplishments demonstrate extraordinary public service.
Back in the United States, on June 8, 1985, the Defense Department presented Jerry with its highest civilian award - the Medal for Distinguished Public Service. The citation that accompanies the engraved gold medal reads, in part: “His service has had a profound effect on the youth of our country, on men and women in uniform today and their children, and on those children who shall one day serve our country in its defense.”
In December 1996, the American Medical Association presented its Lifetime Achievement Awards to Jerry and MDA “for significant and lasting contributions to the health and welfare of humanity.” Jerry was honored for his decades of dedication to MDA, becoming only the fifth person in AMA history to receive this award.
As National Chairman of MDA, Jerry has devoted two-thirds of his lifetime to the effort to eradicate neuromuscular diseases. His unflagging, year-round work for this cause has endeared him to millions. Under Jerry’s leadership, the Association has been - and will continue to be - the recognized leader in the worldwide fight against these diseases.
Legendary Entertainer
One of the most successful performers in show business - with worldwide box office gross receipts of his films in excess of $800 million - Jerry Lewis has received global acclaim for his unique ability and style with both comedy and drama. Best known for his comedic genius, he's considered among the elite in the history of comedy. He has an exceptional feel for comic timing and possesses all the other unique qualities of a great clown. Critic Harriet Van Horne described Jerry’s screen persona as “a sort of witless genius,” while Hollywood director Leo McCarey called Lewis “the Pied Piper of the business, the heir to the mantle of Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd.”
In 1991, Jerry received two impressive honors as the show business industry recognized his lifetime of achievement. On January 13, he received the Comic Life Achievement Award during cable television’s annual ACE Awards. The National Association of Broadcasters paid tribute to Jerry by inducting him into the Broadcast Hall of Fame on April 17.
Jerry was inducted into the International Humor Hall of Fame in 1992. And on February 22, 1998, Jerry received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Comedy Hall of Fame.
In 1999, legendary film director Martin Scorsese presented Jerry Lewis with a career Golden Lion award at the Venice International Film Festival. Lewis was honored as “an extraordinary example of the total filmmaker: scriptwriter, director and protagonist of his films, therefore fully responsible for his work.”
He kept giving and giving and giving to us. He loved so much. We are so grateful to him and his life.
I grew up watching Jerry Lewis!! late 60's early 70's. I truly miss that era, wish I could relive it....I'd give my parent a longer hug and my grandparents.
I totally get what Jerry is saying about Carol. He is completely accurate.
He is so dam intelligent!!
And as a young man he was also damn handsome and charming!
Your a class act Jerry thanks for your genius and your tremendous honesty
Well said.. Jerry Lewis, Bob Hope, Johnny Carson, David Letterman, class acts..
Jerry Lewis is The Man! He was so funny. I love that kind of humor.
What a genuine, and authentic, appreciation by one "clown" (not a pejorative) of another "clown."
Lucille Ball (another "clown") once said about Ms. Burnett (paraphrasing), "I try not to envy anybody, but I envy her a little bit: She can do ANYTHING."
A glorious tribute from a legendary
figure I was never so fond of.
Nonetheless Mr. Lewis understood talent and created an immense fan club of his own.
WISH THINGS WERE LIKE THIS NOW