That was then this is now. Now can never be then again. I grew up then (I'm 65) but I sure love being alive now. Strive on and live everyday like the child you were then but without fear.
I've never laughed so hard while mourning the death of a beloved comedian. Thank you, Tommy, for all the years of making me laugh while making me think. You paved the way for so many of today's intellectual funny people. Rest is laughter.
The best Carson impersonation ever, and he flawlessly nailed his mannerisms! A comedic legend and the inspiration for many of the greatest comedic minds of all time. Rest in peace, Tommy. Please give Johnny a hug for us.
@@thejamnasium6447 Regardless of how effectively Rich Little impersonates Carson vocally, Tommy Smothers has him nailed visually. He looks EXACTLY like Johnny. There are several comedians who can imitate Carson's voice, but none of them can imitate Carson's mannerisms better than Tommy Smothers.
Dick's expression is truly moving when he mentions, "wherever I am, Tommy is near." The sorrow from the loss must be overwhelming... My heartfelt condolences to you, Dick, and to your families-and to all of us who were deeply impacted by both of you in our lives so many years ago.
@@johnmaki3046 they did do an album : The Smother's Brothers Play it Straight".. no comedy, just straight songs....like you say very talented... I believe they started as folk singers during the early 60's folk craze,,,but were outshined by the likes of The Kingston Trio, Peter Paul and Mary, etc , so they found a niche with parody and comedy.....
Very poignant when Dick says "wherever I am, Tommy is near". The loss must be devastating... my deepest condolences to you and your families, Dick - and to all of us to whom you both were such a major part of our lives so long ago...
@@simonrussell4986 No... the poster said "My deepest condolences to your family Dick". They were speaking to Dick. That's why I said "Dick died 27 yrs ago".
Always pleasant memories, and a yearning for what once was. Johnny, Ed, Doc, The Smothers Brothers, Don Rickles, and so, so many more. What a time! May you rest in peace Tommy! ✌️♥️
On the show, New Years Day, 1975, Johnny realized that the year 2000 was only 25 years away and, "We'll all live to see it." He was right, they all did, and Doc Severinson is still hanging in there at 96!
Those were such great times. I always loved the Smothers Brothers and was so sad when they canceled their show. What a great imitation of Johnny Carson. Perfectly done!
I so remember this, and I just couldn't get over the spot-on impression. Ironically, he & his brother received the Johnny Carson Comedy Legend Award last year from the Great American Comedy Festival. Now he can do this again with Johnny & Ed . RIP to these three comedic giants 🙏✝️🎶🎤🎸🎶🎤🎤🎭🌈
I worked down the street at our local drugstore when I was in high school and every night I would walk home at 11pm just in time to see The Tonight Show. I never wanted to miss it! 😂 True comedy, absolutely classic...
So glad I got to meet Tommy about 12 years ago. He was at a restaurant in Westlake Village CA I was playing at. We were outside talking to him on a break. I asked if he was still doing the yo-yo thing. He said yes and actually pulled a yo-yo out of his sock and starting doing tricks. This actually happened. Totally funny and super nice guy.
Tommy - so sorry to hear of your passing today - could not believe you were 86 - for me you will always be that young man who made me laugh - RIP brother.
I have seen him do that impression over the years on SNL, etc. It is so spot-on and so funny! Thank you for sharing this! Rest In Yo, Tommy Smothers. You and your brother Dick have brought so much joy and laughter to the world. Thank you both for that blessing.
yeah. I get up in the morning and read the obituaries, if I don't see any names I recognize, I know I'm going to have a nice day...if I don't see my name then I 'm going to have a REALLY nice day.....
I absolutely love The Smothers Brothers and it was very sad to hear that Tom had passed away. I had a wonderful time seeing them perform in Branson MO thirty years ago. They were hilarious and Tommy did that impression of Carson on stage that night and it really felt like Johnny Carson had walked out on stage. He looked so much like him and every single body movement, facial expressions and posture was so perfect it was uncanny. Beyond that, he was hilarious and clever to a degree few can match in comedy. He will be missed and remembered.
Thanks for the memories, Dick and Tommy! You really socked it to the networks, and were at the cutting edge of comedy and satire! RIP Tommy! Love ya both!
Old S.F. guy here to say all the good comments are praiseworthy in themselves. So comforting to know so many appreciated the Smothers Brothers for so many good reasons. I saw them perform in person at the old Fox theater in S.F.in 1961. I was too young at 18 for the Purple Onion.
Thank you for this. It was great to laugh in the face of sadness. I watched their show in the 60s when I was a teen. They helped me get through those turbulent years. RIP Tom Smothers.
Always loved the Smothers brothers since I was a kid growing up in the 60’s. They had done the baby national policy joke for years and this was just as funny as I heard it the first time. Mom always liked Dickie best but Tommy was the funniest. True talent from those brothers. I heard today that Tommy is gone. I’ll see you soon enough Tommy and you’ll make me laugh again!
Trust only in the word of the Lord, the Bible! Jesus save lives, let Him save you life. Amen! The time is now, "today is the day of salvation! + (Romans 10:17 > So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.) (Hebrews 11:1 > Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.) * + * (A) - Admit you are a sinner > (Romans 3:10 > As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one), (Romans 3:23 > For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.), (Romans 6:23 > For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.) * + * (B) - Believe Jesus is Lord > (Romans 10:9-10 > [9]-That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. [10]-For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.) * + * (C) - Call upon His name > (Romans 10:13 > For whoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.) * + * Trust only in Jesus. - (John 14:6 > Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh to the Father, but by me.) (Ephesians 2:8-9 > [8]-For by grace ye are saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: [9]-Not of works, lest any man should boast.) Praise be to the Lord our God! Amen. Blessings in Jesus' name.
Thanks be to the gods of the archives. So much of this quality was lost before we knew how to preserve the broadcasts economically. This will still be funny in 100 years.
All the good ones have left and I personally miss the “classics”. ❤️ Thank all of you. You know who you are but you will NEVER know of my love for how greatly you enriched my life. I quietly observed your comedic-genius and your love for performing that you shared with us all. 💕🌅
@@crystalheart9 I remember seeing this when it originally aired. I was laughing so hard I woke my wife up. she started laughing right along when she realized what she was seeing which Honestly has been a really good source of happiness for me ever since I lost my wife so many years ago which infact broke me to pieces so seeing comments like this makes me smile.
I've been a fan of the Smothers Brothers since the 60's. I still have a bunch of their records and videos of their shows. It's a sad night, but made a little better knowing they have such a great body of recorded work that I can watch anytime I want. Tommy, Mother might have liked Dick best, but I've liked you both equally for over 60 years.
I was in high school during the late sixties when The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour was on TV. That show held huge appeal for all kinds of folks! My conservative parents loved those two talented guys and the rest of the cast as much as I did. I’ll remember Tommy and Dick fondly, forever. This appearance of theirs on Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show was a real classic and still is.
Absolutely brilliant and under-rated comedy team. I always loved them together. This was one of the best I've seen. And to think they worked up the whole thing for this appearance. The audience sure got their money's worth.
Carson was the Master of not just comedy timing, but making his guests feel comfortable and look their best...... Some of my greatest memories are spending Friday nights with my grandfather watching the show while he had his martini and maybe a cigar......He was a class act and so was Johnny I miss you Pop.....🍸🚬
I just learned that Tommy Smothers has passed away. I’ve always admired him for his impeccable impression of Johnny Carson. I’ve always considered him the keeper of the flame since Johnny died almost 19 years ago. At least now these two legends are reunited in the hereafter. R.I.P.
I was lucky that my Dad watched the Smothers Brothers when it aired. I was 8 when it started. I remember it, especially the Who and the Pat Paulsen for president gag. The more of the greats that we lose each year, the more I become aware of facing my own mortality. RIP Tommy. These two will never be forgotten.
This is real genius and talent. This skit involved many hours of writing and rehearsing, plus impeccable timing in delivery to make it look unrehearsed. It was clean and hilarious. These two were masters at their craft.
We just recently lost Tommy Smothers. I was very affected by his passing. Over the years there have been many folks that I have admired who have passed. I don’t know why, but Tommy’s death really affected me. I miss him.
I have no words for the Comedic GENIUS of this😂😂😂😂😂😂😂He BECAME CARSON......and so quickly 😂😂😂😂😂Dick & Tommy were MY childhood❤. I remember my Parents laughing so wonderfully hard each Sunday night❤Thanks Tommy Smothers for making ALL OF US LAUGH❤🫶🏽🙏🏽🥰🥺
This is the first time I see this episode and I'm so glad I came across it. Tommy Smothers is absolutely hysterical imitating Johnny! He was PERFECT! And even after he sat down Johnny couldn't adjust his tie or tap a pencil or anything without Tommy doing the same thing lol. This one is truly THE BEST celebrity impersonation I have ever seen! And most definitely deserving of a rolling on the floor laughing my ass off! 😂😂🤣🤣
You and me both Andy. Carson was better than the 3 of them put together, and they all think they are great. There has to be someone out there that can host a show better than those guys.
Comedic geniuses, to tell us the whole skit, complete with punchline, and still come out and make us laugh so hard at it. This kind of comedy is gone today. Rest in peace sir. Now you can see your friend John Lennon again.
While I knew of all of them, I didn't watch the show every night, so I never saw this routine, so they got me good. I was wondering why are they going to the stage to do a 10-second bit. This whole scene with his impersonation and then the 2 of them doing the 'dog' routine, I was ROTFLMAO. I also want to mention that the title had me confused, which I didn't understand until he did. May he RIP. p.s., wasn't that chevy chase there as well?
Wendy Liebman is a fine stand-up. I don't know about teams. There was a very promising one that broke up much too soon after doing an unforgettable Time Machine sketch.
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I wish television was like this again--true humour and genuine people.
They had the courage to criticize the Vietnam war. It got them kicked off the air.
Now we know how our grandparents felt
@@lapx1they were ALIVE, if you know what I mean. Our generation barely lives and is afraid of everything because people everywhere are crazy nowadays
Ain’t it the truth! Grew up with these people, the world is less off without Tommy Smothers.
That was then this is now. Now can never be then again. I grew up then (I'm 65) but I sure love being alive now. Strive on and live everyday like the child you were then but without fear.
That’s got to be the best Carson impression I’ve ever seen. RIP Tommy and condolences to Dick and his family.
He looked EXACTLY like him!!!
Had ME fooled and I've watched them for years and years!!@@wangson
They already looked like each other without doing anything.
Tommy's Johnny impression is great visually. But, Rich Little nailed the voice and mannerisms MUCH better.
I've never laughed so hard while mourning the death of a beloved comedian. Thank you, Tommy, for all the years of making me laugh while making me think. You paved the way for so many of today's intellectual funny people. Rest is laughter.
They just don’t make people like this…or shows like this…anymore. What a wonderful memory!! 💕
Tommy's impression of Johnny Carson was spot on. He even looks a lot like Johnny! Rest in Peace Tommy.
& JOHNNY 😅
I honestly couldn't tell if it was tom or johnny at first
They could have been brothers
Yes his impression of Johnny Carson is the best. I you had a talent contest for best impression ess Tommy would win. Rip YoYo man
I hope he knew how much he changed people with his wit. Love😢.
Oh, how I miss the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. This episode was a CLASSIC.
The best Carson impersonation ever, and he flawlessly nailed his mannerisms! A comedic legend and the inspiration for many of the greatest comedic minds of all time. Rest in peace, Tommy. Please give Johnny a hug for us.
Rich Little is the best actually
Looked like him too.
@@thejamnasium6447 Regardless of how effectively Rich Little impersonates Carson vocally, Tommy Smothers has him nailed visually. He looks EXACTLY like Johnny. There are several comedians who can imitate Carson's voice, but none of them can imitate Carson's mannerisms better than Tommy Smothers.
You're right, man... Smothers was magnificent. The tie grabbing and head turning was killing me
@@4yerears Ever notice , Rodney Dangerfield constantly touching the knot on his tie after he says
a line ?
Dick's expression is truly moving when he mentions, "wherever I am, Tommy is near." The sorrow from the loss must be overwhelming... My heartfelt condolences to you, Dick, and to your families-and to all of us who were deeply impacted by both of you in our lives so many years ago.
R.I.P. to a GREAT COMIC AND MUSICIAN! Even "straight", these guys were TALENTS!
@@johnmaki3046 they did do an album : The Smother's Brothers Play it Straight".. no comedy, just straight songs....like you say very talented... I believe they started as folk singers during the early 60's folk craze,,,but were outshined by the likes of The Kingston Trio, Peter Paul and Mary, etc , so they found a niche with parody and comedy.....
I have this album! Great songs! I prefer their comedy, though.@@alpha-omega2362
Very poignant when Dick says "wherever I am, Tommy is near". The loss must be devastating... my deepest condolences to you and your families, Dick - and to all of us to whom you both were such a major part of our lives so long ago...
Dick died 27 yrs ago. their sister died in April.
@@Kristinapedia I think you might be getting confused there, as Tommy died recently and the information shared in the reports I've read was by Dick.
@@Kristinapedia
Dick is still living
@@simonrussell4986 No... the poster said "My deepest condolences to your family Dick".
They were speaking to Dick. That's why I said "Dick died 27 yrs ago".
@@Kristinapedia where did you get that Dick died, as I'm saying he's leading the condolences that I've read?
GOD BLESS YOU TOMMY SMOTHERS FOR ALL THE LAUGHTER YOU AND YOUR BROTHER HAVE GIVEN US! REST IN PEACE FUNNY MAN! MAKE THE LORD LAUGH NOW!!!
Your caps lock button is on
@@eagle-eye29WHAT? THE MATLOCK BUTTON IS GONE?
CLASSIC Smothers Brothers. RIP Tom Smothers. We are thankful that you and Dick shared your great talent with us.
That was hilarious. He dipicted Carson like he was his twin. 😍😍😍
Always pleasant memories, and a yearning for what once was. Johnny, Ed, Doc, The Smothers Brothers, Don Rickles, and so, so many more. What a time! May you rest in peace Tommy! ✌️♥️
On the show, New Years Day, 1975, Johnny realized that the year 2000 was only 25 years away and, "We'll all live to see it." He was right, they all did, and Doc Severinson is still hanging in there at 96!
Miss Johnny Carson so much!
If we can weed out the social justice warriors once and for all, maybe these times can come back.
@@jargraroch3000 Maybe we'll all wake up to a perfect world someday.
@@jargraroch3000 One passed away yesterday, the one we are celebrating here.
Those were such great times. I always loved the Smothers Brothers and was so sad when they canceled their show. What a great imitation of Johnny Carson. Perfectly done!
My dad LOVED the Smothers Brothers because they had the COURAGE to say the U.S. had no business in Vietnam! This took GUTS in the late 60s!
I so remember this, and I just couldn't get over the spot-on impression. Ironically, he & his brother received the Johnny Carson Comedy Legend Award last year from the Great American Comedy Festival. Now he can do this again with Johnny & Ed . RIP to these three comedic giants 🙏✝️🎶🎤🎸🎶🎤🎤🎭🌈
I'd love to attend that festival. I know they have it in Johnny's hometown of Norfolk, NE.
Well said
Absolutely..😂
Rip Thomas Bolyn Smothers lll, you will be missed
#impeccable
What an escape that show was almost every night for so many years, glad I got to witness so much of it!
I worked down the street at our local drugstore when I was in high school and every night I would walk home at 11pm just in time to see The Tonight Show. I never wanted to miss it! 😂 True comedy, absolutely classic...
Rest in Peace Tommy Smothers (age 86, died December 2023). You were a great entertainer, and gave us some memorable laughs.
The timing, the facial expressions, Tommie's building anger-it's a master class. Pure genius. Chevy was lucky to be there and witness it.
And Cornelius Crane to the right of Dickie also.
😊 As are all of us to enjoy this genius duo again. 😂 They were so special! ❤
But Chevy looked dismissive at first - I suspect he felt he was about to be upstaged, and he was.
@@russelldawkins9094Oh definitely. Sorry Chevy but you got upstaged by two legends.
@@russelldawkins9094Yeah, his ego is legendary.
So glad I got to meet Tommy about 12 years ago. He was at a restaurant in Westlake Village CA I was playing at. We were outside talking to him on a break. I asked if he was still doing the yo-yo thing. He said yes and actually pulled a yo-yo out of his sock and starting doing tricks. This actually happened. Totally funny and super nice guy.
Not a lot of people remember he brought the yo yo back. I bought one in the 80s because of him.
I forgot all about the yo-yo! Tommy was fantastic with that thing!!
@@GarretGrayCamera Yep! I have yo-yos too. I could never yo like him though! 😂
@@GarretGrayCameraI do!
Outstanding story, no pun intended, but I’ll take it 😎
Nobody will ever match Johnny as a late night talk show host. But Tommy came pretty darn close! Two legends of our time, may they both rest in peace.
Tommy - so sorry to hear of your passing today - could not believe you were 86 - for me you will always be that young man who made me laugh - RIP brother.
I have seen him do that impression over the years on SNL, etc. It is so spot-on and so funny! Thank you for sharing this! Rest In Yo, Tommy Smothers. You and your brother Dick have brought so much joy and laughter to the world. Thank you both for that blessing.
On SNL?? Not likely. Dana Carvey did Carson on SNL, and maybe some of the other regulars, but not Tommy Smothers.
*Friends, I did 22 one arm pull ups, please support me*
Tommy gave us the gift of Yo didn’t he, and so much more!! I will miss him.
*Friends, I did 22 one arm pull ups. Please support me*
On December 4, 1982, Tom Smothers did his Johnny Carson impression when The Smothers Brothers hosted SNL [you can look it up on the internetz].
Trouble with getting old is you see your favorite people pass on. R.I.P.
yeah. I get up in the morning and read the obituaries, if I don't see any names I recognize, I know I'm going to have a nice day...if I don't see my name then I 'm going to have a REALLY nice day.....
Nobody lives forever, dying is part of living.
My lord that ain't No lie
@@russellmakar579 yea, but it's the worst part.....
Very true, Carl Weathers and Louis Gosset dying within the last few months was a bummer. Grew up a big fan of those guys.
This sketch is still making me smile all this years later. Thanks all 😊 😊
I love how much Johnny loves to laugh, even at himself.
You SHOULD Laugh at YOURSELF.
However, this is 2023
A M E R I C A...😢
@@mikewhite4560 would that'were.
I absolutely love The Smothers Brothers and it was very sad to hear that Tom had passed away. I had a wonderful time seeing them perform in Branson MO thirty years ago. They were hilarious and Tommy did that impression of Carson on stage that night and it really felt like Johnny Carson had walked out on stage. He looked so much like him and every single body movement, facial expressions and posture was so perfect it was uncanny. Beyond that, he was hilarious and clever to a degree few can match in comedy. He will be missed and remembered.
I can still remember Tommy walking out on stage when this aired, it was hilarious then as it is now. Miss all of you.
Thanks for the memories, Dick and Tommy! You really socked it to the networks, and were at the cutting edge of comedy and satire! RIP Tommy! Love ya both!
I didn’t think an old routine about an older routine could make me laugh so freaking hard
Thanks to the Smothers 😎👍
You made a lot of people laugh, Tommy. Rest in peace.
And these comic geniuses didn't need to use nary a curse word.
RIP Mr. Smothers...
Old S.F. guy here to say all the good comments are praiseworthy in themselves. So comforting to know so many appreciated the Smothers Brothers for so many good reasons. I saw them perform in person at the old Fox theater in S.F.in 1961. I was too young at 18 for the Purple Onion.
Such a funny & creative pair. Tommy was hilarious, and his impersonation of Johnny is great! I always hate to lose vestiges of my childhood.
I know. The Golden Age of Hollywood keeps whittling away!
i cried when Glen Campbell died :(
RIP Tommy!!!! And Johnny!!!!
Nice tribute to a funny guy.
RIP Tom.
Tommy was a genius. We will not see another like him in our time.
We are fortunate to have lived in his times. RIP Tommy
I completely agree! For the comedy, the music... a very good time indeed!
This is the funniest thing I've seen in a long time. RIP Tommy Smothers, your legacy is eternal.
Wonderful clip! Rest in peace Johnny - AND Tommy.
I feel privileged to have grown up watching these 3 greats--Johnny Carson and Dick and Tommy Smothers.
I’ve always seen a pixilated version of this on RUclips, it’s so good to finally see a clean copy! Tommy was so good!
What a tribute to both Johnny and Tommy and Ed! What a brilliant representation of The Smothers Brothers at their best!!
Thank you for this. It was great to laugh in the face of sadness. I watched their show in the 60s when I was a teen. They helped me get through those turbulent years. RIP Tom Smothers.
WOW.. Man That was Crazy... Absolutely Amazing Impersonation of Johnny by Tommy 😂😂😎👊💯💯
..I Tell You The Smothers Brothers Were Absolutely Great.. Amazingly Talented...Totally Underrated 😎👊💯💯
Always loved the Smothers brothers since I was a kid growing up in the 60’s. They had done the baby national policy joke for years and this was just as funny as I heard it the first time. Mom always liked Dickie best but Tommy was the funniest. True talent from those brothers. I heard today that Tommy is gone. I’ll see you soon enough Tommy and you’ll make me laugh again!
Y'know, this is actually a text book lesson in how ya can tell a joke three times to the same audience and get a laugh each time!
They were masters of the craft.
One of my fathers favorites. He passed a few years ago. We are losing so many these days. Soon a whole generation will be lost. RIP 🙏
Oh My Gosh!! This is the Best Ever!! Still wiping tears out of my eyes..."Classic Carson Cut"...
R I P, Tommy Smothers!😞
The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour was classic and, like so many older entertainers, they were multitalented and skilled musicians as well.
Spot on impersonation!!! Made me smile after reading the sad news of Tommy’s passing. 🙏🏼
Trust only in the word of the Lord, the Bible!
Jesus save lives, let Him save you life. Amen!
The time is now, "today is the day of salvation!
+
(Romans 10:17 > So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.)
(Hebrews 11:1 > Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.)
* + *
(A) - Admit you are a sinner > (Romans 3:10 > As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one),
(Romans 3:23 > For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.),
(Romans 6:23 > For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.)
* + *
(B) - Believe Jesus is Lord > (Romans 10:9-10 > [9]-That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
[10]-For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.)
* + *
(C) - Call upon His name > (Romans 10:13 > For whoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.)
* + *
Trust only in Jesus. - (John 14:6 > Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh to the Father, but by me.)
(Ephesians 2:8-9 > [8]-For by grace ye are saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
[9]-Not of works, lest any man should boast.)
Praise be to the Lord our God! Amen.
Blessings in Jesus' name.
RIP Tommy. You always made me laugh over the years.
Thanks be to the gods of the archives. So much of this quality was lost before we knew how to preserve the broadcasts economically. This will still be funny in 100 years.
All the good ones have left and I personally miss the “classics”. ❤️ Thank all of you. You know who you are but you will NEVER know of my love for how greatly you enriched my life. I quietly observed your comedic-genius and your love for performing that you shared with us all. 💕🌅
That was absolutely wonderful I haven't heard of that gentleman in ages.
He looked just like Johnny 🎉❤😂😊
I understood even as an 11 year old that these guys were special. I was so glad when they got their own show. I never missed one episode.
I was ten years old when I first "met them" on tv! These guys were GREAT!
I've loved them since I was a kid too. I remember hearing on the radio their chocolate factory routine. I think that's what it was.
Yep. I was around 9 when I discovered them back in the 80's. So hilarious.
@@crystalheart9 I remember seeing this when it originally aired. I was laughing so hard I woke my wife up. she started laughing right along when she realized what she was seeing which Honestly has been a really good source of happiness for me ever since I lost my wife so many years ago which infact broke me to pieces so seeing comments like this makes me smile.
Seen this 50 times. Never gets old. RIP Tommy. We loved you.
I've been a fan of the Smothers Brothers since the 60's. I still have a bunch of their records and videos of their shows. It's a sad night, but made a little better knowing they have such a great body of recorded work that I can watch anytime I want. Tommy, Mother might have liked Dick best, but I've liked you both equally for over 60 years.
So many great memories of the Smothers Brothers and Johnny Carson too.
This still makes me laugh. RIP Tommy. Thank you for all the laughter you brought into the world.
So funny. It had me laughing all the way through it. I wish we could see the complete program. Much more to see and enjoy.
Monica how are you doing? Your name reminds me of someone that was so special to me
I was in high school during the late sixties when The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour was on TV. That show held huge appeal for all kinds of folks! My conservative parents loved those two talented guys and the rest of the cast as much as I did. I’ll remember Tommy and Dick fondly, forever. This appearance of theirs on Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show was a real classic and still is.
This was an amazing appearance by them. Tommy was spot-on. RIP.
The Smothers Brothers are the best!
This is gold. Thank you for posting.
Wow. Rip Tommy. That was a great video. Love sent to his family and friends
Absolutely brilliant and under-rated comedy team. I always loved them together. This was one of the best I've seen. And to think they worked up the whole thing for this appearance. The audience sure got their money's worth.
I miss THIS kind of entertainment.
I don’t know why but the fact that this clip is trending really is awesome to me.
RIP TOMMY YOU WERE A LEGEND AND MOM LIKED YOU BEST!🙏
Carson was the Master of not just comedy timing, but making his guests feel comfortable and look their best......
Some of my greatest memories are spending Friday nights with my grandfather watching the show while he had his martini and maybe a cigar......He was a class act and so was Johnny
I miss you Pop.....🍸🚬
I just learned that Tommy Smothers has passed away. I’ve always admired him for his impeccable impression of Johnny Carson. I’ve always considered him the keeper of the flame since Johnny died almost 19 years ago. At least now these two legends are reunited in the hereafter. R.I.P.
Keeper of WHAT flame? The flame of resembling Johnny?
@@bossfan49 Yeah, I know its silly but it’s how I feel. 86 is ripe old age, but I’m still sad that Tommy is no longer with us.
Thank you to the channel for sharing the entire segment… what a treasure!
Classic comedy duo, so good for so long. RIP to Tommy.
I was lucky that my Dad watched the Smothers Brothers when it aired. I was 8 when it started. I remember it, especially the Who and the Pat Paulsen for president gag. The more of the greats that we lose each year, the more I become aware of facing my own mortality. RIP Tommy. These two will never be forgotten.
I've seen many good Carson impressions, but Tommy's was perfect.
Never seen this clip but love every moment of it!! I was dying 😂😂😂😂
What a great comedy team! The impersonation of Johnny had me in stitches!.
HA! Tommy nailed it. Its rare to see Johnny getting trolled and laughing that hard.😂
Just watched this a month or so ago. Godspeed Tommy. Thanks for the memories
This is real genius and talent. This skit involved many hours of writing and rehearsing, plus impeccable timing in delivery to make it look unrehearsed. It was clean and hilarious. These two were masters at their craft.
This was classic! Well done indeed!
We just recently lost Tommy Smothers. I was very affected by his passing. Over the years there have been many folks that I have admired who have passed. I don’t know why, but Tommy’s death really affected me. I miss him.
Everybody is mourning for Tommy Smothers. It's hard to believe he's no longer here.
ONE OF THE GREATEST ACTS IN COMEDY EVER LOVE THOSE GUYS
I have no words for the Comedic GENIUS of this😂😂😂😂😂😂😂He BECAME CARSON......and so quickly 😂😂😂😂😂Dick & Tommy were MY childhood❤. I remember my Parents laughing so wonderfully hard each Sunday night❤Thanks Tommy Smothers for making ALL OF US LAUGH❤🫶🏽🙏🏽🥰🥺
This is the first time I see this episode and I'm so glad I came across it. Tommy Smothers is absolutely hysterical imitating Johnny! He was PERFECT! And even after he sat down Johnny couldn't adjust his tie or tap a pencil or anything without Tommy doing the same thing lol. This one is truly THE BEST celebrity impersonation I have ever seen! And most definitely deserving of a rolling on the floor laughing my ass off! 😂😂🤣🤣
a time when you actually needed talent to be on television
Lol when Carson wasn’t able to adjust his tie near the end I was weezing Tommie got him
Love Johnny Carson💕👍🐾
I remember watching this when it aired and busting a gut when Tommy came out. Late Night Comedy Gods, I hope you're enjoying the reunion.
Never much of a Smothers Brothers fan, but Tom doing Johnny is hilarious 😂
Sorry. He was a legend. Ty
I would rather watch the Johnny Carson reruns, with people like the Smoth🎉ers brothers , than the present late nite shows.
You and me both Andy. Carson was better than the 3 of them put together, and they all think they are great. There has to be someone out there that can host a show better than those guys.
That is priceless! 😂
I’ve never seen it before.
Comedic geniuses, to tell us the whole skit, complete with punchline, and still come out and make us laugh so hard at it.
This kind of comedy is gone today.
Rest in peace sir. Now you can see your friend John Lennon again.
While I knew of all of them, I didn't watch the show every night, so I never saw this routine, so they got me good. I was wondering why are they going to the stage to do a 10-second bit. This whole scene with his impersonation and then the 2 of them doing the 'dog' routine, I was ROTFLMAO.
I also want to mention that the title had me confused, which I didn't understand until he did.
May he RIP.
p.s., wasn't that chevy chase there as well?
Wendy Liebman is a fine stand-up. I don't know about teams. There was a very promising one that broke up much too soon after doing an unforgettable Time Machine sketch.
T Smothers is one of a kind.
Carson's reaction to Tommy's impersonation was priceless. He couldn't even move without bursting our laughing at himself, as Tommy saw him.
I once waited on Dick Smothers. The Smothers Brothers were hilarious. Over 30 years later, I still miss Johnny. RIP Tom Smothers
It would have been cool if they were both in the restaurant and started "arguing" about their orders. :)
This caused me to look them up only to realize Tommy passed today. Sad.
Rest in peace Tommy Smothers.You and your brother always cracked me up.