Rodney Dangerfield made a fiery appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” recently, leaving the audience in stitches with his signature self-deprecating humor. The beloved comedian, who is also the proud owner of Dangerfield, a popular nightclub in New York City, showed up on the show with his trademark lack of respect.
Performing at the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas, Dangerfield joked about the struggles he faces in both his personal and professional life. He shared hilarious anecdotes about his unsuccessful gambling experiences, mentioning how even in supermarkets, he ends up spending a fortune on everyday items like a dozen eggs.
But it wasn’t just his luck at the tables that had him down. Dangerfield also touched upon his quest for weight loss, revealing that even the doctor’s advice of running five miles a day turned out to be impractical, considering he lived 70 miles away. With his wit and charm, Dangerfield effortlessly entertained the audience with tales of failed attempts to improve his health.
Switching gears, Dangerfield made sure to poke fun at his own dental hygiene. Sharing a humorous conversation with his dentist, he mentioned his concern about his teeth turning yellow. The dentist’s advice? Wear a brown necktie. The audience erupted in laughter at Dangerfield’s witty and relatable observations.
The funnyman then embarked on a series of hilarious one-liners about his lack of luck with relationships, both romantic and familial. From humorous jabs about his sex life to anecdotes about his misadventures with animals, Dangerfield had the audience in stitches throughout his appearance.
Audience members couldn’t help but laugh as Dangerfield recounted childhood memories of being left out of family pictures and being prodded by his father to find his “real parents” at the zoo. It seemed that the lack of respect followed Dangerfield throughout his life, giving him ample material for his stand-up routines.
But despite his humorous tales of misfortune, Dangerfield assured the audience that he found solace in his appearances on “The Tonight Show.” The warm reception he received from host Johnny Carson and the audience made him feel appreciated and valued.
As the segment drew to a close, Dangerfield mentioned his excitement about an upcoming venture. He shared news of an offer to perform at Circus Circus in Las Vegas, adding a humorous touch by mentioning his need to bring his own net to guard against any bad dealers.
Overall, Rodney Dangerfield‘s appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” was a roaring success. His quick wit and relatable humor left the audience wanting more. After his hilarious anecdotes about his misadventures in Las Vegas and his struggles with weight loss and relationships, it’s safe to say that Dangerfield’s unique brand of comedy continues to bring laughter to audiences across the globe.
Originally aired on August 30, 1977
