I really appreciate how much respect Conan is giving to Norm. It comes off truly sincere since, even on other shows/interviews/appearances, Conan will bring up Norm as a favourite, unprompted. RIP you old chunk of coal.
That fact that Conan has had hundreds of very talented people as guests and he chose Norm as his favorite says a lot. If he is willing to so openly say Norm is his favorite that also means Norm is so far ahead that's its not even a competition.
I have no doubt now that Conan wanted Norm on the show in its final months (he already mentioned they were constantly trying to get him on the podcast), so it's undoubtedly painful being frustrated with the lack of response, only to find out why after it was too late. Conan speaks my mind beautifully with the tweet he sent in remembrance "I'll never laugh as hard again".
@@superintelligentapefromthe121 That doesn't make sense. Why would they try to book him on Conan's podcast as they mentioned here for 3 years if they cancelled on him for the talk show and excommunicated him as you said? There's a lot more to this and people are just reading too much into things. There's a lot of evidence people are ignoring in the comments that shows that their relationship hasn't soured.
The sweetest thing, Norm MacDonald ever did that I saw, was when he gave Conan a gift basket after he was fired from the Tonight Show. It was a roast and a toast from a true comedian, and even a truer friend. You are lucky Conan, he was your friend... and is now a part of you from now on.
Yeah, walking onto the show with an impromptu bit to congratulate conan on getting a job which conan was tearing up at having lost was genius comedy, master trolling, and a lovely gesture. One of the funniest things ive seen.
Conan's pure humanity never ceases to impress. In a business where it's easy to become arrogant/mean (and think of how many totally average people who have accomplished little to nothing impressive are such), Conan (& Andy) remain kind, humble, caring, helpful/giving...simply magnanimous...they're the Rush (the rock band) of late night comedy.
Hugs sir. I too cannot fathom his humanism and calm. I am so impressed, and he deserves far, FAR more notoriety, but I also feel good that his path has also kept his life sane.
Are u comparing Conan & Andy to Rush Limbaugh?!? That might be the silliest comparison in the history of human kind, it'd be hard to juxtapose people more diametrically opposite
@@idratherstayanonimous7020 I am sure that he was referring to the band because his name is "progressive humanist" and would strongly dislike Rush Limbaugh, although Rush Limbaugh was the top dog of talk radio for decades so politics aside it works both ways.
Conan O'Brien has ALWAYS been a class guy. Always a part of my life. The fact that he and Norm got each other says everything. Loyalty, friendship and real comedy.
Norm truly had no fear. He made jokes and poked fun at stuff that NO ONE else could have gotten away with. But I think what kept him from being mobbed out of society was his personality. You could take one look at the guy's face and tell that he didn't have a hateful bone in his body. Everything and everyone was fair game for him.
@@staceygram5555 oh shut up, you people have to make everything about the left and right. clearly if anyone tried to cancel him it didn't work, mourn the man and stop looking for things to complain about.
At my grandmother's wake I told the story of her loaning me money for a bed. When I paid it off, I could borrow more until I didn't need to anymore. She never told anyone. I found out she did that for the whole family and no one knew. Norm and the stories following are having that kind of impact.
Right? I’m 90s baby and never heard much of him but when you see his highlights I can’t help but appreciate his uniqueness and authenticity. Definitely not scared of anyone but also the funniest uncle type of guy to have around.
Conan went to bat for Norm already aware of what to expect in response. He stood up for Norm, and made it clear that Norm was the funniest guy in the room despite Don's ego. Conan was a true friend.
Conan and Norm together was always legendary. I am glad Conan always shows Norm the respect he deserves. Norm is my hero and many of Norm's great moments came on the Conan O'Brien show.
Yeah like that time Norm stood up for his friend Rosanne, and Conan cancelled Norm's appearance due to fake social pressure from cancel culture vultures... Totally the respect he deserved. 🙄
@@yesmate3442 I am a huge fan of both of them. I remember being excited that norm was gonna be on again. I used to watch every episode. When that stuff happened, and Fallon mad a big deal about cancelling his appearance, I thought to myself, "oh no worries, Conan would never do that..." And then I remember being really disappointed when he did. So now I can't even watch anything he has to say about Norm, even though I'm a big fan of his. It feels fake.
Norm's death has really shaken me. It feels like I lost a friend . I'm depressed since last week , watching endlessly his videos . I hope I get to meet him other life . RIP legend !!!
Yeah he was way more of a father figure and all round good influence on me then most grown ups around me. Damn it's still not believable we wont have more Norm content.... I cant think about it it saddens my whole day. I am happy to see that soo many people loved Norm. We should not be sad that he died, we should be happy that it happened. We love you Norm
It was his eyes, that glint, that always made me laugh the hardest. He had stupid jokes, inappropriate, falling flat, whatever.. But that look in his eyes, it brought you in on the joke, personally, and you couldn't help but laugh and understand how much joy it brought to him to deliver that ridiculous punch line.
Great comment by Conan about Norm's genuine bravery in his ESPY set (and pretty much all of his comedy) in contrast to the applause-seeking, platitudinous 'bravery' that comics today love to indulge in.
This is the best tribute I've seen paid to Norm, no tearful eulogy or brief comment to make it seem the person cares, but some delightful banter while fondly remembering the laughter
That stabbin cap joke was absolutely priceless. I'm crying for a whole different reason watching Coco and Andy remember Norm. It hurts but in a way that makes me realize how great Norm was.
Yeah, Norm is one of the few that really could crack up Conan! Conan is such a witty and smart guy, and still Norm would surprise him! You know when Norm got that cheeky glint in his eyes that you where in for a treat!
Yeah when he announced his last few weeks worth of last guests I was positive Norm would make a surprise appearance. I think Conan and crew were probably hoping for the same thing.
For all of you that have been questioning Conan why he didn’t had Norm on, now you got your answer that it not was from not trying! He didn’t know about Norman’s health issues and was as clueless as all of us.
Okay. But then why didn't he include Norm in his montage of best guests? Norm's illness strikes me as a convenient excuse for Conan never having had him on after his controversy. And that's despite the fact that Norm still performed stand-up on the road, and indeed had shows still lined up even after his death.
@@zufgh So your saying Conan lies about trying to book Norman, that it’s a after construction? I doubt it, but sure it could be possible. But then again, what would he have to lose? He was quitting his show, what do you think they could had done - pulling his show that was ending anyways? Seams far fetched to be honest.
I've been seeing far right simps going around various comment sections saying conan tried to "cancel" norm and that's why he didn't have him on later in his life, because apparently conan is one of their commie "SJW" badmen, absolutely disgusting.
Jesus christ I didn't read the next comments after I posted and of course they are here too, pushing idiotic conspiracy theories for nonsense ideological reasons, pathetic
I've heard/seen Conan talk about this exact SNL joke & Norm losing his job on multiple podcasts & interviews since Norm passed. It's incredibly obvious how much Conan cared about & enjoyed being around Norm. It feels like Conan talking about Norm & telling these stories is his way of honoring him, while also dealing with his grief over Norm's death himself
Loved Norm on Conan. Conan let Norm be Norm. He laughed & had so much fun with Norm. Norm’s humor was one of a kind. Miss Norm & God Bless his sweet soul 🙏💙
This has been one of the toughest weeks for me, I grew up watching The Simpsons, SNL, Late night with Conan, Dirty Work...all the movies/tv comedy/ late night episodes you Conan, Norm and Andy have given me since I was a child. It’s sad knowing Norm is gone but with these last few days of newly surfaced clips/podcast talking about his legacy...he’s not gone but will live forever throughout his Comedy. I love all three of you.
I absolutely love Conan.. and Andy ..... And it's wonderful to hear them speak of Norm with reverence. RIP Norm... Love his quirky comedy. "Chairman of the Bored"
I interviewed him once, it was two phone calls. I was already a huge fan, but that conversation changed my entire outlook on comedy, telling a story. Much like how conan, that era of the simpsons did. It's not "the joke", or "the story", it's how you tell it. And it's masterpiece when you see somebody create a moment that you feel is just for you. It's like falling in love, or making a friend. And now, there's only memories. To a personal hero, may you find peace telling jokes to the people in the sky.
Andy has hit the nail on the head. Norm was Canadian. But there’s an added element. Norm was a rural Canadian. And his parents were both teachers. So he was a country gentleman of sorts…who knew that teachers are full of and that a lot of intellectual pretense is puffed-up nonsense. So he emphasized old-timey values with a huge vocabulary and a farm hands’ sensibilities. Most people live in cities now. Norm was a country fella smarter than 90% of city people. That’s why he was unique. I love that cheeky bastard.
The interviews with Conan are priceless - especially with Norm and Bill Burr - and merit repeated viewings. As do the Jason Schlansky routines. Conan becomes an adaptable second member of a comedy duo, seemingly effortlessly. He and Letterman were the best at bringing out the best of the best from the best!
I have always liked Norm, but I never knew how much until his passing. He is like the Van Gogh of comedians to me. Only when he is gone does he become priceless. A celebrity passing has never made me sentimental until Norm’s.
What did Fallon do? Let me guess, he relayed a single happy memory (Norm story) and said Norm was a good guy; too afraid of offending anyone by telling any actual Norm jokes? At least some comedians are paying some REAL respect to Norm. He would have wanted us all to cry at his funeral (one of his jokes) but he certainly wouldn't have wanted anyone to NOT talk about his jokes. He would enjoy knowing that even now, he is making people uncomfortably squirm in their seats. Norm didn't get MORE controversial over the past decade... society got WAYYYYY too sensitive.
I liked how conan pointed out all the "bravery" these days that isn't brave at all. Im getting really tired of all that myself. Norm really was brave and never compromised and faced actual consequences.
Always been a huge fan!!!🙏🙏🙏RIP so sorry for your loss, Norm was the GOAT. I am heartbroken, didnt know the guy. 1990' s + comedians are my ❤❤❤❤. Love ya guys. Prays to his family and friends
I have listened to the episode multiple times already trying to make sense of it all. Norm's genius was paramount. Would love it if @teamcoco could upload the entire episode here.
Is it just me, or does it feel like we are morning Norm longer than the average celebrity loss? Maybe it's just us fans who feel this way. I was never a major, but I am now. And I have ALWAYS loved his style and fearlessness. But he seems to have really been an important person to a lot of the comedy world. More than I realized.
I can't stop watching Norm videos and Norm tribute videos. I liked Norm before but I didn't realize how much I was a fan until he died. He was so funny. So unique.
We will miss Norm with a little added pain because his comedy was fearless and the man himself, was intelligent and compassionate without ever having to wear it on his sleeve. We will miss him because he was brave and we rooted for him, though to be honest, he never received the full success he deserved.
Never grieved like this for a celebrity before never had the privilege to meet this legend but dam it feels like I've lost a family member r.i.p. norm you are so loved
I'm beyond happy to hear you guys talk about him and the whole situation regarding, well, basically everything from him mocking a murderer, paving the way and wondering why he was never on your podcast.
I love to see Conan talk about Norm. Conan talked the same way about him back before he was sick. It's not some fake eulogizing. Very few people were ballsy enough to let Norm run, Conan is the best among them. I'm sure Norm would have loved to be on the podcast if he had been able and Conan's would probably be one of the few he would have done.
One of my favorite Norm appearances was when he roasted you on one of your closing nights on The Tonight Show by bringing you a belated gift basket with a card congratulating you for getting the gig.
One of the things that made Norm MacDonald so legendary, was that he could tell a traditional joke where normally you'd have to think about the punchline, and he'd make that punchline more obvious, but twist it in such a way that the punchline you'd normally have to think about, would be more obvious.
I've said it before and I'll say it again. You can tell from watching Norm on Conan and when Conan talks about Norm. I truly believe that Norm was Conan's favourite comedian.
Thank you for immortalizing Norm for all the uploads team coco, it has been extremely appreciated and I'm so happy we can see so much of his legacy live on thanks to the Conan team !
I miss Norm. He was one of the best comics ever. You can tell Conan is devastated. He's been posting a bunch of Norm clips. At least we get to look back on those. RIP Norm! 🕊🥀❤
Part of the appeal of norm on talk shows was watching the hosts react to him. He always seemed incredibly content. I don’t know if he was or not though. I hope he was. He seemed like a person who could thrive under any circumstances. As a fan, I always felt like we needed him way more than he needed us- In the moment and throughout his career. Sometimes I got Norm right away, sometimes I’d sit on something he said- feeling way more that I just didn’t get it than it was a bad joke. But I sure appreciated him even when something went over my head. Just way too soon to lose him.
He clicked well with Conan and Letterman...in slightly different ways, buy both had great chemistry with Norm. I saw Norm on Jay Leno...it was horrible ...Leno sucked all the joy out of Norm. It was awkward. I think Norm knew it and was only on with Jay once, but can't swear to that.
I was looking this week at a clip from Howard’s show from 2016. I remember at the time I thought he looked ill but thought he was really drinking heavily. Now know he was ill I can see he was on some type of prednisone. His face was really swollen. ( I am an RN. ) I am so sorry he was sick but I am also sort of happy he just had not gotten back into an addiction. May his memory be eternal!
I noticed the prednisone moon face as well. It was even more noticeable when I saw the clips of him in his younger days. I had forgotten how sweet he looked with those dimples. 🥰
Norm never drank. Not since his 30's. People always thought he was drunk, and part of it was his mannerisms and delivery. Norm didn't do drugs either. He smoked cigarettes, that's it.
Actually I didn't know who Norm macdonald is until recently. (I don't live in the U.S.). It is so shame that I got to know him posthumously. Still I am so glad that I got to know the wonderful human being excited, and still I can find his traces on RUclips. It is really nice to hear wonderful stories on Norm from my favorite, Conan.
Norm was the only comic I ever made a point of seeing perform live. He was hilarious. He always reminded me of a live version of a ventriloquist dummy. I was hoping to meet him after the show but it didn't happen. Sent him a message and a few days later he took the time to respond cracked a few jokes and told me next time he was back in my area to not be all "star struck" if we got a chance to chat. I loved his I don't give a f...k jokes...it is part of what made him so great. One of canadas greatests
Damn Conan I love that you went to bat for Norm back in the day. I have always been a big fan of you and Norm MacDonald over the years. Usually I don't get too affected by celebrities' passing but somehow this is different. This one stings. RIP Norm.
Norm was an absolute legend, and I love hearing these stories from another legend, Conan. Just one minor thing, Conan can you tell the folks at home who O.J. Simpson is?
Conan and Andy my condolences for your friend. Im just a fan but Norm was always my favorite on SNL because he was fearless and his timing was always in his own time not anyone else's. Again Conan/Andy always loved your show and your best ones were always when Norm dropped by.
The very very best in their chosen fields have the unique ability to remove their ego from what they are doing and make it completely about the subject. Norm had this ability with comedy and I have lived a happier life for it.
Crazy to think how exhausted he must of been for 10 years and when he did show up he killed it like nothing was wrong. Sucks to lose him as a fan but I can't imagine losing him as a friend.
love you Conan. I would watch your show since I was eight. I was an orphan. love you man. I also miss Norm. I love your podcast 100% I love to see you back!
Conan I am a life-long fan, I'm 62 (sort of mature) and I know you have always supported Norm and you are a good friend! Thank you for having him on your show so many times.
My favorite part of Conan interviewing him was that he always knew when to stand aside and let Norm be Norm. That's why almost all of the best clips of him being on talk shows are with Conan. (Besides of course Letterman)
The skit where Norm is playing Bob Dole walking in the middle of the street pulling a toaster with everybody hurts in the background. Just comic magic.
Norm believed in the power of the obvious truth and he did his work on the edge of media throughout his career. And Norm gets his last word easily. Genius in life and death, imo
Sometimes you get fearless, and sometimes you get brilliant, seldom do you get both. Norm McDonald’s medical condition probably contributed to his monumental creativity, because he was free from the trappings of life than can enslave us. His thinking was pure, and he lived life to the fullest, I would imagine.
If you google don ohlmeyer in the first paragraph (basically the 2nd sentence), it says he is most known for firing Norm and being chastise for the rest of his tenure for it. They guy NBC for years and that's what he is remembered for! And rightly so!
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My favorite OJ joke was still “isn’t it bad luck when the guy who would die for you….. KILLS you”
Killing your parents its illegal, killing your wife is legal
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Hey hey! Easy with that. That's my lucky stabbin hat.
"It was in that moment that OJ realized he would never be able to kill her again," is my favorite. Norm was brilliant.
"It's official, murder is now legal in the state of California"
Norm played the room, he was a gambler at heart - a true poker player. A battle axe of a man.
Norm was the REAL hero!
@Bedlamite and I'd take it all back and more just to watch Norm perform once more.
battle ax is a term used to describe. dominant woman. usually older. forceful woman. And as far as i know Norm was no woman.
I love that term battle axe.
He would have all these booby traps set in place while telling a joke.
I really appreciate how much respect Conan is giving to Norm.
It comes off truly sincere since, even on other shows/interviews/appearances, Conan will bring up Norm as a favourite, unprompted. RIP you old chunk of coal.
Old chunk of coal 🤗❤
@@aineodwyer4399 🪨
That fact that Conan has had hundreds of very talented people as guests and he chose Norm as his favorite says a lot. If he is willing to so openly say Norm is his favorite that also means Norm is so far ahead that's its not even a competition.
Norm = Funny
Well noted, I should write that down
Easy math
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That's a product I can stand behind!
Like saying Bruce = fighter
Its utterly noticable how much of an impact norm's death has on conan. It really shows how much conan looked up to him as an inspiration.
not knowing about his illness must be like saying good goodbye to a friend like normal and then never seeing them every again.
I have no doubt now that Conan wanted Norm on the show in its final months (he already mentioned they were constantly trying to get him on the podcast), so it's undoubtedly painful being frustrated with the lack of response, only to find out why after it was too late. Conan speaks my mind beautifully with the tweet he sent in remembrance "I'll never laugh as hard again".
Conan cancelled Norm's upcoming appearance after Jimmy Fallon did years back. Can't defend your friends in today's society apparently.
@@superintelligentapefromthe121 That doesn't make sense. Why would they try to book him on Conan's podcast as they mentioned here for 3 years if they cancelled on him for the talk show and excommunicated him as you said? There's a lot more to this and people are just reading too much into things. There's a lot of evidence people are ignoring in the comments that shows that their relationship hasn't soured.
@@bernlin2000 You had doubt before?
The sweetest thing, Norm MacDonald ever did that I saw, was when he gave Conan a gift basket after he was fired from the Tonight Show. It was a roast and a toast from a true comedian, and even a truer friend. You are lucky Conan, he was your friend... and is now a part of you from now on.
Yeah, walking onto the show with an impromptu bit to congratulate conan on getting a job which conan was tearing up at having lost was genius comedy, master trolling, and a lovely gesture. One of the funniest things ive seen.
It was hilarious was norm was on later and the first thing he said to conan was "funny how leno out foxed you again!"
Conan's pure humanity never ceases to impress. In a business where it's easy to become arrogant/mean (and think of how many totally average people who have accomplished little to nothing impressive are such), Conan (& Andy) remain kind, humble, caring, helpful/giving...simply magnanimous...they're the Rush (the rock band) of late night comedy.
Hugs sir. I too cannot fathom his humanism and calm. I am so impressed, and he deserves far, FAR more notoriety, but I also feel good that his path has also kept his life sane.
Are u comparing Conan & Andy to Rush Limbaugh?!? That might be the silliest comparison in the history of human kind, it'd be hard to juxtapose people more diametrically opposite
@@leahvogel5527 lol he's talking about Rush (the band)
@@idratherstayanonimous7020 I am sure that he was referring to the band because his name is "progressive humanist" and would strongly dislike Rush Limbaugh, although Rush Limbaugh was the top dog of talk radio for decades so politics aside it works both ways.
@@leahvogel5527 there’s more than one thing in this world called “Rush”, don’t be daft.
Conan O'Brien has ALWAYS been a class guy. Always a part of my life. The fact that he and Norm got each other says everything. Loyalty, friendship and real comedy.
Norm truly had no fear. He made jokes and poked fun at stuff that NO ONE else could have gotten away with. But I think what kept him from being mobbed out of society was his personality. You could take one look at the guy's face and tell that he didn't have a hateful bone in his body. Everything and everyone was fair game for him.
Well said
And still, he was cancelled by the left.
@@staceygram5555 oh shut up, you people have to make everything about the left and right. clearly if anyone tried to cancel him it didn't work, mourn the man and stop looking for things to complain about.
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@@indigo6719 Lol seriously. I feel sorry for the people that try to make everything about "right or left." Bunch of idiots lmao.
You know the more I learn about this Norm guy the more I care for him
heads up he was deeply closeted and most of his family were polish and french and he was 69
At my grandmother's wake I told the story of her loaning me money for a bed. When I paid it off, I could borrow more until I didn't need to anymore. She never told anyone. I found out she did that for the whole family and no one knew. Norm and the stories following are having that kind of impact.
Right? I’m 90s baby and never heard much of him but when you see his highlights I can’t help but appreciate his uniqueness and authenticity. Definitely not scared of anyone but also the funniest uncle type of guy to have around.
I hope he keeps making comedy
@@grantdotjpg bruh what
I've never cried for the passing of a celebrity until now. Norm was my favorite comedian and I'm going to miss his hijinks. Rest in peace you legend.
Conan is doing it right. This is how you give tribute to a legend. Keep the Norm videos coming..
Conan went to bat for Norm already aware of what to expect in response. He stood up for Norm, and made it clear that Norm was the funniest guy in the room despite Don's ego. Conan was a true friend.
Conan and Norm together was always legendary. I am glad Conan always shows Norm the respect he deserves. Norm is my hero and many of Norm's great moments came on the Conan O'Brien show.
100%. They had amazing chemistry
Yeah like that time Norm stood up for his friend Rosanne, and Conan cancelled Norm's appearance due to fake social pressure from cancel culture vultures... Totally the respect he deserved. 🙄
@@CleverMetaphor Doubt it was Conan that did it
@@yesmate3442 I am a huge fan of both of them. I remember being excited that norm was gonna be on again. I used to watch every episode. When that stuff happened, and Fallon mad a big deal about cancelling his appearance, I thought to myself, "oh no worries, Conan would never do that..." And then I remember being really disappointed when he did. So now I can't even watch anything he has to say about Norm, even though I'm a big fan of his. It feels fake.
@@CleverMetaphor Then it'll relieve you to know that Norm was the one who cancelled, not Conan or his team.
Norm's death has really shaken me. It feels like I lost a friend . I'm depressed since last week , watching endlessly his videos . I hope I get to meet him other life . RIP legend !!!
Same here. feels like my dad died
Yeah he was way more of a father figure and all round good influence on me then most grown ups around me.
Damn it's still not believable we wont have more Norm content....
I cant think about it it saddens my whole day.
I am happy to see that soo many people loved Norm.
We should not be sad that he died, we should be happy that it happened.
We love you Norm
Its really another thing to make people smile :)
Dirty Johnny usually always cheers me up man
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Conan, you are also a legend and a stand up guy for backing Norm after all that pressure being put on you.
It was his eyes, that glint, that always made me laugh the hardest. He had stupid jokes, inappropriate, falling flat, whatever.. But that look in his eyes, it brought you in on the joke, personally, and you couldn't help but laugh and understand how much joy it brought to him to deliver that ridiculous punch line.
Great comment by Conan about Norm's genuine bravery in his ESPY set (and pretty much all of his comedy) in contrast to the applause-seeking, platitudinous 'bravery' that comics today love to indulge in.
You can tell Conan genuinely loved Norm. It's really special that he dedicated an episode to him.
This is the best tribute I've seen paid to Norm, no tearful eulogy or brief comment to make it seem the person cares, but some delightful banter while fondly remembering the laughter
That stabbin cap joke was absolutely priceless. I'm crying for a whole different reason watching Coco and Andy remember Norm. It hurts but in a way that makes me realize how great Norm was.
That "Norm = Funny" quip was excellent.
Andy’s analysis is brilliant. Here from his Office Hours episode. Rest in Peace Norm
Kudos to Team Coco for going all the way to honour the legacy of Norm.
Norm and Conan together are my best thing to watch. RIP the greatest
Yeah, Norm is one of the few that really could crack up Conan! Conan is such a witty and smart guy, and still Norm would surprise him! You know when Norm got that cheeky glint in his eyes that you where in for a treat!
@@Hiznogood yeah he never failed to serve a youthful porpoise
I was waiting in anticipation for Norm to appear in one of Conan's last shows, breaks all our hearts finding out why he didn't
Yeah when he announced his last few weeks worth of last guests I was positive Norm would make a surprise appearance. I think Conan and crew were probably hoping for the same thing.
For all of you that have been questioning Conan why he didn’t had Norm on, now you got your answer that it not was from not trying! He didn’t know about Norman’s health issues and was as clueless as all of us.
Good to know. I was really angry and dissapointed with Conan at the time. Glad I was wrong.
Okay. But then why didn't he include Norm in his montage of best guests? Norm's illness strikes me as a convenient excuse for Conan never having had him on after his controversy. And that's despite the fact that Norm still performed stand-up on the road, and indeed had shows still lined up even after his death.
@@zufgh So your saying Conan lies about trying to book Norman, that it’s a after construction? I doubt it, but sure it could be possible. But then again, what would he have to lose? He was quitting his show, what do you think they could had done - pulling his show that was ending anyways? Seams far fetched to be honest.
I've been seeing far right simps going around various comment sections saying conan tried to "cancel" norm and that's why he didn't have him on later in his life, because apparently conan is one of their commie "SJW" badmen, absolutely disgusting.
Jesus christ I didn't read the next comments after I posted and of course they are here too, pushing idiotic conspiracy theories for nonsense ideological reasons, pathetic
I've heard/seen Conan talk about this exact SNL joke & Norm losing his job on multiple podcasts & interviews since Norm passed. It's incredibly obvious how much Conan cared about & enjoyed being around Norm. It feels like Conan talking about Norm & telling these stories is his way of honoring him, while also dealing with his grief over Norm's death himself
Loved Norm on Conan. Conan let Norm be Norm. He laughed & had so much fun with Norm. Norm’s humor was one of a kind. Miss Norm & God Bless his sweet soul 🙏💙
Norm was and is a class act.
A 1 of 1.
No duplicates.
Open-minded AND witty with great EQ.
RIP 🙏
This has been one of the toughest weeks for me, I grew up watching The Simpsons, SNL, Late night with Conan, Dirty Work...all the movies/tv comedy/ late night episodes you Conan, Norm and Andy have given me since I was a child. It’s sad knowing Norm is gone but with these last few days of newly surfaced clips/podcast talking about his legacy...he’s not gone but will live forever throughout his Comedy. I love all three of you.
Norm was not only funny as hell...he was a trooper!!! I have so much respect for him.
Conan is my Johnny Carson and David Letterman. Glad that he's still keeping us entertained
I absolutely love Conan.. and Andy ..... And it's wonderful to hear them speak of Norm with reverence. RIP Norm... Love his quirky comedy. "Chairman of the Bored"
One of my favorite Norm moments is when he brought Conan the congratulatory gift baskets for landing the show. That was genius.
Major respect to Conan for telling Ohylmeyer(?) he would continue having Norm on the show
I interviewed him once, it was two phone calls. I was already a huge fan, but that conversation changed my entire outlook on comedy, telling a story. Much like how conan, that era of the simpsons did.
It's not "the joke", or "the story", it's how you tell it. And it's masterpiece when you see somebody create a moment that you feel is just for you. It's like falling in love, or making a friend. And now, there's only memories.
To a personal hero, may you find peace telling jokes to the people in the sky.
Andy has hit the nail on the head. Norm was Canadian. But there’s an added element.
Norm was a rural Canadian. And his parents were both teachers. So he was a country gentleman of sorts…who knew that teachers are full of and that a lot of intellectual pretense is puffed-up nonsense.
So he emphasized old-timey values with a huge vocabulary and a farm hands’ sensibilities.
Most people live in cities now. Norm was a country fella smarter than 90% of city people.
That’s why he was unique.
I love that cheeky bastard.
Anytime Norm came under fire he turned up the heat. And he's a legend for it.
The interviews with Conan are priceless - especially with Norm and Bill Burr - and merit repeated viewings. As do the Jason Schlansky routines.
Conan becomes an adaptable second member of a comedy duo, seemingly effortlessly. He and Letterman were the best at bringing out the best of the best from the best!
I have always liked Norm, but I never knew how much until his passing. He is like the Van Gogh of comedians to me. Only when he is gone does he become priceless. A celebrity passing has never made me sentimental until Norm’s.
Sad to see yourself grow old, and lose your idols.. People that were there for you in bad times eventhough they ddnt know it. RIP Norm 💔
Huge respect to Conan for not being a weasel like Jimmy Fallon.
More like Hater Ali amiright
Or Jay Leno, a guy who knows nothing of loyalty
Conan's one of the few good men in entertainment media.
@@AZTLANSOLDIER13 there are however alot of good clips of norm on jay leno
What did Fallon do? Let me guess, he relayed a single happy memory (Norm story) and said Norm was a good guy; too afraid of offending anyone by telling any actual Norm jokes?
At least some comedians are paying some REAL respect to Norm. He would have wanted us all to cry at his funeral (one of his jokes) but he certainly wouldn't have wanted anyone to NOT talk about his jokes. He would enjoy knowing that even now, he is making people uncomfortably squirm in their seats.
Norm didn't get MORE controversial over the past decade... society got WAYYYYY too sensitive.
It’s worth listening to the whole podcast. An hour will feel like minutes for any norm fans
Conan fans too
Where is the whole podcast?
@@hv3115 Google: ''Conan O'Brien needs a friend''.
@@hv3115 I think I listened to it on the Apple podcast app
I liked how conan pointed out all the "bravery" these days that isn't brave at all. Im getting really tired of all that myself. Norm really was brave and never compromised and faced actual consequences.
Norm was a comedic genius and a national treasure and we all know it RIP
Norm wasn't as concerned as to what other people(his audience) thought was funny, as he was what he thought was funny. Modern day Mark Twain
Always been a huge fan!!!🙏🙏🙏RIP
so sorry for your loss, Norm was the GOAT.
I am heartbroken, didnt know the guy.
1990' s + comedians are my ❤❤❤❤.
Love ya guys.
Prays to his family and friends
I have listened to the episode multiple times already trying to make sense of it all. Norm's genius was paramount. Would love it if @teamcoco could upload the entire episode here.
I was shocked when I learned of his passing, such a young and funny soul, rest in peace
Is it just me, or does it feel like we are morning Norm longer than the average celebrity loss? Maybe it's just us fans who feel this way. I was never a major, but I am now. And I have ALWAYS loved his style and fearlessness. But he seems to have really been an important person to a lot of the comedy world. More than I realized.
Guilt
@@RSZulu guilt for what?
I can't stop watching Norm videos and Norm tribute videos. I liked Norm before but I didn't realize how much I was a fan until he died. He was so funny. So unique.
I think we (the fans) didn’t realize just how legendary he was.
We will miss Norm with a little added pain because his comedy was fearless and the man himself, was intelligent and compassionate without ever having to wear it on his sleeve. We will miss him because he was brave and we rooted for him, though to be honest, he never received the full success he deserved.
I didn't know about Norm Macdonald until he passed. Knowing him through Team Coco's clips has been awesome.
Never grieved like this for a celebrity before never had the privilege to meet this legend but dam it feels like I've lost a family member r.i.p. norm you are so loved
I always liked how he always sounded as if he'd stopped on his way to the studio and had a couple of beers and half a jay. I could relate well.
The genius playing the fool. The man was a true jester.
I'm beyond happy to hear you guys talk about him and the whole situation regarding, well, basically everything from him mocking a murderer, paving the way and wondering why he was never on your podcast.
I love to see Conan talk about Norm. Conan talked the same way about him back before he was sick. It's not some fake eulogizing. Very few people were ballsy enough to let Norm run, Conan is the best among them. I'm sure Norm would have loved to be on the podcast if he had been able and Conan's would probably be one of the few he would have done.
One of my favorite Norm appearances was when he roasted you on one of your closing nights on The Tonight Show by bringing you a belated gift basket with a card congratulating you for getting the gig.
I like the alternate joke on the glove & OJ interrupting & saying, "hey I've been looking everywhere for those."
One of the things that made Norm MacDonald so legendary, was that he could tell a traditional joke where normally you'd have to think about the punchline, and he'd make that punchline more obvious, but twist it in such a way that the punchline you'd normally have to think about, would be more obvious.
I've said it before and I'll say it again. You can tell from watching Norm on Conan and when Conan talks about Norm. I truly believe that Norm was Conan's favourite comedian.
Keep the Norm content coming, we love it. Thank you, Team Coco!
Thanks for helping us fans mourn for Norm by sharing your love and respect for him with us.
Thank you for immortalizing Norm for all the uploads team coco, it has been extremely appreciated and I'm so happy we can see so much of his legacy live on thanks to the Conan team !
I miss Norm. He was one of the best comics ever. You can tell Conan is devastated. He's been posting a bunch of Norm clips. At least we get to look back on those. RIP Norm! 🕊🥀❤
Part of the appeal of norm on talk shows was watching the hosts react to him. He always seemed incredibly content. I don’t know if he was or not though. I hope he was. He seemed like a person who could thrive under any circumstances. As a fan, I always felt like we needed him way more than he needed us- In the moment and throughout his career. Sometimes I got Norm right away, sometimes I’d sit on something he said- feeling way more that I just didn’t get it than it was a bad joke. But I sure appreciated him even when something went over my head. Just way too soon to lose him.
He clicked well with Conan and Letterman...in slightly different ways, buy both had great chemistry with Norm. I saw Norm on Jay Leno...it was horrible ...Leno sucked all the joy out of Norm. It was awkward. I think Norm knew it and was only on with Jay once, but can't swear to that.
I was looking this week at a clip from Howard’s show from 2016. I remember at the time I thought he looked ill but thought he was really drinking heavily. Now know he was ill I can see he was on some type of prednisone. His face was really swollen. ( I am an RN. ) I am so sorry he was sick but I am also sort of happy he just had not gotten back into an addiction. May his memory be eternal!
I noticed the prednisone moon face as well. It was even more noticeable when I saw the clips of him in his younger days. I had forgotten how sweet he looked with those dimples. 🥰
Norm never drank. Not since his 30's. People always thought he was drunk, and part of it was his mannerisms and delivery. Norm didn't do drugs either. He smoked cigarettes, that's it.
Norm would appreciate your statement (I'm paraphrasing): "Too bad he died of cancer...but thank God he was no drug addict!"
@@andychow5509 Just because Norm said those things doesn't make them true
@@andychow5509 Pretty sure he did some hallucinogenic drugs, because he talks about them, for example, on the whats so funny podcast.
Actually I didn't know who Norm macdonald is until recently. (I don't live in the U.S.). It is so shame that I got to know him posthumously. Still I am so glad that I got to know the wonderful human being excited, and still I can find his traces on RUclips. It is really nice to hear wonderful stories on Norm from my favorite, Conan.
Conan imitation of Norm is so on point that i can hear Norm.
Norm was the only comic I ever made a point of seeing perform live. He was hilarious. He always reminded me of a live version of a ventriloquist dummy. I was hoping to meet him after the show but it didn't happen. Sent him a message and a few days later he took the time to respond cracked a few jokes and told me next time he was back in my area to not be all "star struck" if we got a chance to chat. I loved his I don't give a f...k jokes...it is part of what made him so great. One of canadas greatests
Damn Conan I love that you went to bat for Norm back in the day. I have always been a big fan of you and Norm MacDonald over the years. Usually I don't get too affected by celebrities' passing but somehow this is different. This one stings. RIP Norm.
Norm was an absolute legend, and I love hearing these stories from another legend, Conan. Just one minor thing, Conan can you tell the folks at home who O.J. Simpson is?
Also, lose the douche bag!! (The Swedish-German fella) … nah, he’s a good guy
@@ripdajacker23 Andy Richter is a hell of a guy. Andy used to be an incomplete Swedish-German, now he's Finnish!
O.J. Simpson? A bit of a jerk, if you ask me.
@@staceygram5555 yes, O.J. was a real jerk....just like Jefferey Dahmer.
Love you Norm♥️ Thanks for being a great friend to him Conan. Much love 🇨🇦
This is really great, reminds me of that tragedy...
You mean Norm McDonald's had a farm's de'ath's?
This really shows how much power one person can have over another’s livelihood and it’s sickening how some wield it
I got to know norm through conan and his show.... Love for Team CoCo and Hats-Down to the legend called Norm McDonald!!!!!
I hope you’ve had a chance to watch his Norm Macdonald Live show on RUclips. If not, you’re a real jerk!!
Conan and Andy my condolences for your friend. Im just a fan but Norm was always my favorite on SNL because he was fearless and his timing was always in his own time not anyone else's. Again Conan/Andy always loved your show and your best ones were always when Norm dropped by.
Andy hated Norm.
The very very best in their chosen fields have the unique ability to remove their ego from what they are doing and make it completely about the subject. Norm had this ability with comedy and I have lived a happier life for it.
Norm macdonald is my favorite comedian. I might legitimately try to go into comedy because of him honestly.
Good luck👍👍
Crazy to think how exhausted he must of been for 10 years and when he did show up he killed it like nothing was wrong. Sucks to lose him as a fan but I can't imagine losing him as a friend.
love you Conan. I would watch your show since I was eight. I was an orphan. love you man. I also miss Norm. I love your podcast 100% I love to see you back!
i remember conan, norm, and ramsay doing that cooking segment on the tonight show
I could never tell if Gordon Ramsay was hating it or accepting his fate. Either way an epic moment.
He was random, naturally funny, and honest, always himself
Thank you for putting these out on RUclips like this guys it's real special as a big fan to hear this
This was a great tribute and memory of Norm.
As soon as Conan says "alleged" (murderer), I immediately thought "alleged, but also real".
You earned a sub with this. Thank you guys. Thank you Conan and Andy. Thank you for helping to give us more Norm.
Big thanks for posting these "Norm" videos. I for one can't get enough.
Conan is giving such a great and respectful way for all of us to remember Norm... TBS was stupid to let him go...NBC was crazy to let him go...
Conan I am a life-long fan, I'm 62 (sort of mature) and I know you have always supported Norm and you are a good friend! Thank you for having him on your show so many times.
My favorite part of Conan interviewing him was that he always knew when to stand aside and let Norm be Norm. That's why almost all of the best clips of him being on talk shows are with Conan. (Besides of course Letterman)
Exactly! Conan intuitively knew his job with Norm was simply to react.
The skit where Norm is playing Bob Dole walking in the middle of the street pulling a toaster with everybody hurts in the background. Just comic magic.
The OJ jokes were an assault resulting in heavy, physical laughter!!!!
Norm believed in the power of the obvious truth and he did his work on the edge of media throughout his career. And Norm gets his last word easily. Genius in life and death, imo
Sometimes you get fearless, and sometimes you get brilliant, seldom do you get both. Norm McDonald’s medical condition probably contributed to his monumental creativity, because he was free from the trappings of life than can enslave us. His thinking was pure, and he lived life to the fullest, I would imagine.
Hard not to shed a tear, knowing now that Norm was so sick. Everyone talking about him like he was some kind of nutty recluse.
Norm was an enigma, unique and there was nobody like him.
That stabbin cap joke really got me. 😂
If you google don ohlmeyer in the first paragraph (basically the 2nd sentence), it says he is most known for firing Norm and being chastise for the rest of his tenure for it. They guy NBC for years and that's what he is remembered for! And rightly so!
Conan would go to the ends of the earth for Norm and vice versa. Imagine the reverence and love they have had for each other.
You da man, Norm! RIP. One of the GOATs.