Nobody Can Handle Foster Brooks When He's Being Polite

Nobody could play polite quite like Foster Brooks. From the Grand Ole Opry to The Dean Martin Show and the legendary Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts, Foster Brooks could walk into a room apologizing, saying “excuse me,” and thanking everyone — then completely destroy the room with laughter. In this video, we revisit some of Foster Brooks’ funniest classic comedy moments, including his unforgettable appearances with Dean Martin, Truman Capote, Ralph Nader, Dennis Weaver, Dan Haggerty, and more. Behind the famous “drunk” character was a comedian with extraordinary timing, control, and a style that no one else could truly duplicate. Foster Brooks had been sober for years, but onstage he created one of the most unforgettable comedy characters in television history. And sometimes, his funniest weapon wasn’t the slurred speech at all. It was being polite. Which Foster Brooks moment made you laugh the hardest? #FosterBrooks #deanmartin #classiccomedy #DeanMartinRoast #OldHollywood #classictv #hollywoodlegends