Rowan Atkinson interview - Parkinson - BBC

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  • čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
  • A rare chance to see comedian and actor Rowan Atkinson in the hot seat talking to Parkinson about filming that famous last scene in Blackadder and being the international face of Mr Bean. Free video clip from the popular british talk show 'Parkinson'.
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  • @jeffreyc5786
    @jeffreyc5786 Před 10 lety +438

    Rowan Atkinson is a living legend, so intelligent and intriguing. Definitely deserves the CBE decoration.

  • @chainsou1245
    @chainsou1245 Před 10 lety +1252

    In my whole 17 years of life, Never seen rowan Atkinson speak I swear to god this scares and excites me ;\

  • @juleshitchen9089
    @juleshitchen9089 Před 9 lety +221

    he really is a national treasure, brilliant in everything he's ever been in. from watching him play Mr bean when I was younger to Blackadder when I was older. He and other great comedians like Stephen fry and rik mayall make me feel very proud to be British

  • @maxkho00
    @maxkho00 Před 9 lety +891

    Still can't accept the fact he has an extremely posh and diplomatic accent :P

    • @Muck006
      @Muck006 Před 8 lety +15

      Part of it comes from having a very slight stutter ... which made him create ... "a_bibble" and such to be able to say these things. There is a documentary about Blackadder where he talks about this.

    • @maxkho00
      @maxkho00 Před 8 lety +18

      He still has a posh accent naturally, and you can't take that away from him

    • @boiledelephant
      @boiledelephant Před 8 lety +18

      Yep, it is partly a side-effect of being schooled around a speech impediment, though, that you learn to pronounce things very correctly. Jeremy Brett, the most famous Sherlock Holmes, had a wonderfully honed posh accent and great enunciation with rolling 'R's that he learned through elocution lessons to counter a speech impediment when he was younger.

    • @Bollthorn
      @Bollthorn Před 7 lety +18

      I was shocked when I first learned he was from Durham, which is the north of England, and the accent there is as far from Queen's English as you can get :P

    • @jayltee
      @jayltee Před 6 lety +8

      Bollthorn he’s upper middle class and was educated at reasonably posh schools though, unlikely to have the local accent.

  • @georgiethumbs2438
    @georgiethumbs2438 Před 8 lety +472

    He's popular internationally because most of his comedy doesn't use any language but mostly visual so there is nothing lost in translation because there is nothing TO translate!

    • @Horny_Fruit_Flies
      @Horny_Fruit_Flies Před 8 lety

      Indeed

    • @whynottalklikeapirat
      @whynottalklikeapirat Před 8 lety +1

      +Georgie Thumbs Well - it has to be internationally and crossculturally funny. There is that little thing.

    • @fistfullofanchovies3347
      @fistfullofanchovies3347 Před 8 lety +3

      thanks for the observation, you are absolutely useless

    • @Muck006
      @Muck006 Před 8 lety +19

      I vastly prefer Blackadder to Mr. Bean ... and I am german.

    • @eirei0789
      @eirei0789 Před 6 lety +2

      Rowan Atkinson is indeed big on visual comedy. His early work in university centered around sketches with very few lines, or with a simple script accompanied with a funny character. And there's the musical mimes, where all he really do is sit alone on stage and mime playing musical instruments. The best sketch he did on "Not the 9 o clock New" was arguably "The man who walked into a tree", and that was a minute long sketch with absolutely no lines. He even made a video documentary about physical comedy called "Laughing Matters", which doubled as a lecture on how to do visual comedy.
      Of course, his role as Blackadder should not be forgotten. But barring the first series, Blackadder's script was the work of the genius of Richard Curtis and Ben Elton, while Rowan more or less had the role of an actor/performer who reads the scripts.
      Physical comedy might be simplistic, usually slapstick and light-hearted. But due to that, it's also far-reaching, easily accessible and understandable, and enjoyed at an instinctual level. And that is the appeal of Mr Bean.

  • @EtzEchad
    @EtzEchad Před 6 lety +158

    The last five minutes of Blackadder 4 was one of the most brilliant scenes in history.

    • @eddt430
      @eddt430 Před 5 lety +2

      It sure was. I cried as a kid.

    • @JB-rt2ok
      @JB-rt2ok Před 5 lety +1

      Yes. Yes it is.

    • @mcribprime6594
      @mcribprime6594 Před 3 lety +1

      Totally agree, still for me the greatest TV episode ever

    • @chrisbarrett2117
      @chrisbarrett2117 Před 2 lety

      The warmongers certainly don’t like it that’s for sure

  • @SevenEllen
    @SevenEllen Před 6 lety +17

    He has such a beautiful speaking voice. Lovely, rich, well-spoken sound.

  • @Martsapso21
    @Martsapso21 Před 5 lety +26

    "Who would notice another madman around here"... One of the most poignant lines in the history of television and delivered perfectly by an insanely underrated actor.

  • @krajorama1
    @krajorama1 Před 14 lety +27

    I was always amazed at the last episode myself, that sudden turn to the reality of war must be one of the best moments ever on television. And it's nice to hear that he felt it too. Great man.

  • @chemicalsweet13
    @chemicalsweet13 Před 10 lety +61

    Atkinson is a genius and a consummate professional.

  • @nigmaticz9995
    @nigmaticz9995 Před 8 lety +90

    What a gentleman. Blackadder, mr bean, the thnn blue line, not the nine o' clock news. All great.

  • @devonnanny5652
    @devonnanny5652 Před 7 lety +9

    He's a very very good actor! In his life outside of Mr Bean Rowans quite a posh/upper class man (not in a snobby way)! So that just shows how well he brought this character to life!! What a legend ❤️

  • @marceelaful23
    @marceelaful23 Před 12 lety +21

    actually his accent is amazing holy shit

  • @jaspertickler1831
    @jaspertickler1831 Před 5 lety +5

    The guy has an astonishing IQ & remarkable persona, a life-long entertainer.

  • @klech8
    @klech8 Před 11 lety +1

    Rowan, you dont know me but I know you. I am a 23 yr old physician in training and I have been going through hell these past few months. The only thing that's leading me through these hard times is you. Watching Mr Bean as a kid and now has made me a very happy person cuz u always put a smile on me...even in the toughest situations. You are great.
    Thank you Sir.

  • @Shroomie
    @Shroomie Před 10 lety +20

    im just so fascinated on the way he talks cuz when i see him, all i can think is "bean" xD

  • @yanaginuma1
    @yanaginuma1 Před 13 lety +11

    When I see him.My heart always becomes full of happiness.Thank you.

  • @Chrille5782
    @Chrille5782 Před 9 lety +53

    Happy 60s Birthday Rowan Atkinson!!!!

  • @BohemianFish
    @BohemianFish Před 10 lety +30

    This guy is such a comedy hero to me and Blackadder such a great example of the astonishing luck I've had to be a Brit growing up with this rich and unique comedy heritage... that I think I'm doing that seizure face us men do when we're trying to avoid crying.

  • @RickChopra
    @RickChopra Před 12 lety +5

    His voice is so soothing and really nice to listen to.
    There are only a few who are this articulate.
    Hopefully he'll do a reboot of one of his characters very soon!!

  • @kimshafer8684
    @kimshafer8684 Před 10 lety +14

    I love Rowan so much !

  • @RoaccVideos
    @RoaccVideos Před 13 lety +8

    "There is no doubt that the darker, the more serious the backdrop into which you set your comedy, sometimes the brighter your little sparks of comedy are set out in sharp relief against it"
    Such an intellectual icon

  • @tedparkin3861
    @tedparkin3861 Před 10 lety +7

    A relic of a bygone age. Mr. Atkinson is one of the few remaining television geniuses.

    • @jbmazhar2000
      @jbmazhar2000 Před 3 lety +2

      i wouldn't call him a relic LOL he's a living, breathing human being. But yea agreed, genius indeed.

  • @Epitaph995
    @Epitaph995 Před 13 lety +49

    the real English gentleman :)

  • @bubbarand2561
    @bubbarand2561 Před 7 lety +6

    That last scene - Over The Top - was beautiful.

  • @Rita50
    @Rita50 Před 11 lety +5

    He is a very clever man. I love listening to him. He is so interesting personality.

  • @elizaf743
    @elizaf743 Před 6 lety +5

    Wow Rowans English accent is to die for

  • @tubaamiri4715
    @tubaamiri4715 Před 9 lety +368

    Omg.! He speaks

  • @jc333jc
    @jc333jc Před 9 lety +43

    How nice to hear someone speak so eloquently and intelligently.
    A tad better than TOWIE, or some such idiotic construct which seems to revel in; and indeed glorify their ignorance.

  • @braveheartphysique2464
    @braveheartphysique2464 Před 6 lety +56

    Legend.

  • @HaydnGuite
    @HaydnGuite Před 12 dny

    A wonderful talent and a genuinely nice man. His energy is fabulous and his comic timing is exceptional. I enjoy him on Mr Bean and Blackadder is also great for those who've not seen it. The CBE decoration was well-deserved Keep up the good work Mr Atkinson ❤ 😊

  • @deadwalking100
    @deadwalking100 Před 7 měsíci

    Mr Atkinson thank you and the cohort of others for making life so enjoyable, and thought provoking lines such as ..... "who would notice another mad man around here" just pure gold.

  • @architectofechoes4
    @architectofechoes4 Před 6 lety +3

    I thought, when ITV cast Rowan as French detective Maigret that they made a big mistake. How wrong was I !! He is perfect for the role & shows what a subtle yet brilliant actor he is. Despite being best known as Blackaddder/Mr Bean his Maigret is so good that you leave the thoughts of his other characters behind.

  • @Rafc1907
    @Rafc1907 Před 10 lety +32

    The interviewer is called Michael Parkinson to anyone who's asking. One of the worlds greatest and long lasting interviewers.
    Rowan Atkinson is a comedy legend, and also a very nice person it seems.

  • @climbthruthetide
    @climbthruthetide Před 10 lety +2

    I lived in quite an isolated tribal village on the Burmese border with Thailand for 6 months a few years ago teaching. They had never heard of David Beckham but loooooved Mr. Bean! :)

  • @darkknightwithanidea1845

    The big misnomer about Mr Atkinson is that he’s going to make you laugh off camera as much as he does on. Where as he’s highly intelligent & engages in intellectual conversations & topics very deeply. Something you don’t really find in most comedians today- with the exception of the brilliant - Late Robin Williams.

  • @akandaemah8482
    @akandaemah8482 Před 9 lety +377

    I am so shocked that he speaks so fluently.

    • @Kodlaken
      @Kodlaken Před 9 lety +54

      Well he is an englishman and probably went to a very high class school

    • @greyghost8343
      @greyghost8343 Před 9 lety +26

      EpikFacedGamer Yes, he went to Oxford ^^

    • @melanie_felony
      @melanie_felony Před 9 lety +12

      *+Akanda Emah* OMG LIKE *SO TRUE*!!!! In all my years of life, I have *never* heard him speak like that. Only his weird "Mr. Bean" noises.

    • @Kodlaken
      @Kodlaken Před 9 lety

      ***** I have to wonder why he refused to voice him in the following films :/ probably working on a different movie, still sad nonetheless

    • @roses9707
      @roses9707 Před 9 lety

      Akanda Emah i saw you on another video too today omg

  • @SymonDymond
    @SymonDymond Před 11 lety +3

    I cried when blackadder died. It wasn't one man dying, but the lineage of 500 years since the first blackadder and a character that provided a humourous backdrop to my childhood. It was a profoundly sad moment.

  • @MrViktor0610
    @MrViktor0610 Před 11 lety +1

    Rowan Atkinson is an incredible actor and also a quite charismatic person , I'm 30 years old, Mr. Bean was a remarkable show during my childhood in the 90's, very popular here in Brazil on Sundays night, besides this is a great video to improve my english listening skills... Thank you

  • @abhiprakash1778
    @abhiprakash1778 Před 8 lety +1

    Mr. bean, you had been my child hood entertainer. but now I'm seeing you as rowan Atkinson. you're a legend sir. no other comedian can match your skill.
    #the legend

  • @Alexwkj
    @Alexwkj Před 13 lety +10

    LEGEND! He's like the Michael Jackson of comedy. :D

    • @patrickball2493
      @patrickball2493 Před 4 lety +2

      Jesus ,8 years and no T up . Here I will give you one .

  • @keithkelly9099
    @keithkelly9099 Před 4 lety +4

    Blackadder goes forth is still (in my humble opinion anyway) the funniest comedy ever written. And the last scene when they go over the top is one of the most poignant pieces of television in history. Captures the absurdity and horror of the first world war beautifully. Brings a tear to my eye everytime I watch it.

    • @jamesluby6705
      @jamesluby6705 Před 2 lety +1

      I'm sure that final scene, urged children to ask 'oh, is that what the poppies are for,' poignant and very clever...

    • @VileCAESARB
      @VileCAESARB Před 2 lety

      Hello Darling!

  • @louisgrobler2591
    @louisgrobler2591 Před 11 lety +2

    Well I live in Africa *Mozambique( and he is an absolute miracle, especially for his mimic work it is just INCREDIBLE! His act on how to act when paying your bill at the restaurant is possibly the best act I have seen in my life!

  • @veganschnitzel7477
    @veganschnitzel7477 Před 2 lety

    never had I imagined that his voice is this soothing smooth very elegant and delicate yet he controls the room with his voice

  • @SARA00151
    @SARA00151 Před 10 lety +7

    Rowan atkinson is actually a really normal man ..

  • @ladyyuna2000
    @ladyyuna2000 Před 8 lety +6

    I love watching Mr.Bean when I'm feeling down I watch it and I start to laugh.

  • @jasonjones5357
    @jasonjones5357 Před 9 lety +1

    Made me and my father laugh our heads of with very intelligent comedy and now my cambodian wife and my daughter love him for Mr. Bean on the other side of the world. Truly a comedy genius and a national treasure, surprised he has not been knighted like David Jason, when you make people laugh in tough times, it's utterly priceless. Great guy

  • @eveb446
    @eveb446 Před 2 lety

    I have only just seen this interview, on July 19/2022. Rowan Atkinson is a brilliant actor. His work on Blackadder, Mr. Bean and The Thin Blue Line are all magnificent. I also love the character of Baldrick, played by Tony Robinson. Superb actors and superb characters. Thank you for the laughs.

  • @user-em4rk4qo1f
    @user-em4rk4qo1f Před 8 lety +32

    I clicked because the title gave me the impression he might have parkinson's

  • @iqra1112
    @iqra1112 Před 10 lety +6

    Love Mr Bean!

  • @seville5463
    @seville5463 Před 3 lety

    I was just listening to his voice the whole 5 minutes and doesn't understand a thing... I was just so amaze by his speaking manner🧡

  • @jayque
    @jayque Před rokem

    I love Rowan Atkinson 💖 so much. Legend. Iconic. Original. Historical.

  • @hankytorious
    @hankytorious Před 12 lety +3

    He has a masters degree in electronic engineering. Educated in oxford university. Probably one of the greatest comedians of all time.

  • @watev26789
    @watev26789 Před 9 lety +4

    he is such a genius I wish I could meet him someday

  • @tarey05
    @tarey05 Před 4 lety

    Rowan as Black Adder in the comedy show of the same name (mostly unknown by Americans) expertly showcases his comic genius and magnificent speaking voice. Love that show! Must see tv for all Americans!

  • @iyadboolos
    @iyadboolos Před 11 lety +1

    sir, you are a legend. You colored my childhood. and even manhood. love you man, seriously.

  • @Kivencito
    @Kivencito Před 10 lety +32

    Wow, he talks a LOT! :) He contrasts so much with Mr. Bean

    • @TheConciseStatement
      @TheConciseStatement Před 10 lety +7

      Well it'd be a very cruel series if Mr. Bean were a docusoap!

    • @ninninin656
      @ninninin656 Před 9 lety +6

      It's called acting.

    • @omgitalo
      @omgitalo Před 9 lety +2

      Patrick Joseph Klocek I like Mr Bean, but Blackadder I LOVE. A recommendation for anyone who hasn't already, watch it!

  • @Trekflix
    @Trekflix Před 6 lety +5

    Please thumbs up those who came here just to hear his voice... it’s incredible I could listen to this guy all day... love you bean❤️

  • @oni741
    @oni741 Před 4 lety +2

    When Mr. Bean talks like everybody's old chap. 😉

    • @yopapasburgeria
      @yopapasburgeria Před 3 lety

      And it feels so nostalgia somehow. I love it

    • @oni741
      @oni741 Před 3 lety

      @@yopapasburgeria I hear you a great deal

  • @jeffhgv
    @jeffhgv Před 4 lety +1

    The thin blue line, excellent series. All brilliant actors in it.

  • @dania6796
    @dania6796 Před 6 lety +3

    I ❤ rowan atkinson

  • @somnathdas6215
    @somnathdas6215 Před 6 lety +3

    Hats off to this man

  • @nannyturtle7342
    @nannyturtle7342 Před 7 lety

    I loved Mr Bean the first time I ever saw him. Since then I have watched the complete series of Blackadder and absolutely loved it. And I also love Mr Atkinson's other work. He is just funny and that's that. 😊

  • @mcribprime6594
    @mcribprime6594 Před 3 lety

    One of the greatest comic Geniuses of all time. Black Adder was bloody amazing, 3rd and 4th series will always be my favourite.
    Good luck everyone, for me was the best Tv episode I’ve ever seen.

  • @coolingcrystal2008
    @coolingcrystal2008 Před 8 lety +7

    Yeah whatever you say we will like it Mr. Bean

  • @cr0uchingtiger
    @cr0uchingtiger Před 7 lety +5

    All the Americans can't believe he speaks. Brits grew up MAINLY hearing him speak by way of insulting Baldrick. And we tended to not really watch much Mr Bean.

  • @xxfayerocksxx
    @xxfayerocksxx Před 6 lety +1

    What a lovely guy always liked him ☺️🤗😘❤️💞💕 xxxx

  • @lhadieanne18
    @lhadieanne18 Před 13 lety

    rowan atkinson is very kind person and his so proud in his character in mr.bean

  • @04_claymore
    @04_claymore Před 7 lety +4

    hes so well spoken

  • @fazebanto7593
    @fazebanto7593 Před 8 lety +28

    Every time I watch black adder I always think they r calling him Mr bean when they say Mr B.

  • @redsquirrel1086
    @redsquirrel1086 Před 5 lety +1

    Don't be too surprised at how intelligent he sounds. Rowan Atkinson gained an MSc in Electrical Engineering at Oxford.

  • @Research0digo
    @Research0digo Před 8 lety

    The last bit on the last sketch of the series as so heart-wrenching. Took me a long time to watch it a second time.
    I remember somewhere I heard that the image of the field of poppies was found and rushed down and added at the last moment. - That had to be the very best ending of anything in film - ever.
    So many millions of school children were taught to recite In Flanders Fields by heart.
    Tear-jerker moment.
    war sucks

  • @dunety96
    @dunety96 Před 11 lety +6

    He really is intelligent and he can really ...talk...:D How cool is that!! :D

  • @rachelalexander9289
    @rachelalexander9289 Před 10 lety +26

    Wow this is how Mr. Bean actually talks

    • @KaitainCPS
      @KaitainCPS Před 5 lety +1

      Please do yourself a favour and watch seasons 2-4 of Blackadder. The greatest British sitcom of the 1980s. (Season 1 is a bit of a misfire; they hadn't got the formula right.)

    • @ComradeSpookfessor
      @ComradeSpookfessor Před 4 lety

      season 1 is the best season

  • @GroundhogDayisAWESOME
    @GroundhogDayisAWESOME Před 6 lety

    Saw this recommended to me for so many years... finally watched it. Thank you ;-)

  • @klech8
    @klech8 Před 11 lety +1

    God bless you my friend. Thank you.

  • @christianhartviksen7718
    @christianhartviksen7718 Před 8 lety +29

    Why he isn`t knighted Sir Rowan Atkinson, I do not understand. Ironically Baldric(Tony Robinson) has...

    • @GlovesoffHarry
      @GlovesoffHarry Před 8 lety +7

      +christian hartviksen He turned down a knighthood but he does have a CBE.

    • @Muck006
      @Muck006 Před 8 lety +3

      "Technically" he should become King Blackadder ... I saw it on a "documentary" once.

    • @mahrifelice1427
      @mahrifelice1427 Před 6 lety

      Tony Robinson’s was for services because he is anarcheologist

    • @misplacedkiwi9498
      @misplacedkiwi9498 Před 5 lety +4

      Knighthoods mean jack shit these days. Jimmy Saville had a knighthood. My useless mp has a knighthood. Devaluation of knighthood massively. Should be called a shitehood.

    • @katoness
      @katoness Před 4 lety

      Why should someone's success be measured by a knighthood?

  • @matiasedson
    @matiasedson Před 13 lety +8

    Mr. Bean é um grande comediante, unico, inconfundível e genial...

  • @MrMoggyman
    @MrMoggyman Před 5 lety

    Rowan Atkinson, contrary to many peoples belief, is a highly intellegent and articulate person. He dropped out of a degree course in electronic engineering to take up comedy, and not only that, has a Class 1 HGV licence. Rowan is by no means whatsoever anyone who could be called an idiot.

  • @Monyistbitu95
    @Monyistbitu95 Před 12 lety

    He actually speaks much more intelligently and sophisticatedly than I ever would have thought.

  • @modestadventurers
    @modestadventurers Před 8 lety +3

    Thank you for making me laugh and think.

  • @juqebaux3912
    @juqebaux3912 Před 8 lety +77

    He doesn't sound like how he looks for some odd reason..

    • @Tfukijaki
      @Tfukijaki Před 8 lety +10

      for me it's quite the opposite

    • @cikyuni7385
      @cikyuni7385 Před 7 lety +1

      hahaha.. i think same also😂😂😂

    • @tomerzafon4
      @tomerzafon4 Před 6 lety +1

      right. Mr. bean doesn't give you the impression that this guy has biritsh manner of speaking

    • @nikhilsharma4716
      @nikhilsharma4716 Před 6 lety +1

      That's simply because you've grown accustomed to him not speaking at all, dear. Take Beckham for example... Now that's a lad with a contradicting voice.

  • @Rangstaa
    @Rangstaa Před 13 lety +2

    omg you dont see him in many interviews for sure

  • @ArthurFedorov
    @ArthurFedorov Před 2 měsíci +1

    A great British comedian!

  • @raavn826
    @raavn826 Před 7 lety +11

    Mr. Bean is an another unique character as Charlie Chaplin..

    • @cluaintarbh531
      @cluaintarbh531 Před 6 lety

      SAM Charlie Chaplin isn't a character, he's a real person.

  • @propjoe1060
    @propjoe1060 Před 6 lety +3

    Genius.

  • @RiasatKhanSakif
    @RiasatKhanSakif Před 11 lety

    He is one of the most if not the most recognizable person in the world!

  • @mulroasted
    @mulroasted Před 10 lety +1

    I agree and have been hauled through tough times via this man's fantastic humour

  • @CheckYourHealthUS
    @CheckYourHealthUS Před 13 lety +15

    What diction, the man can speak ! Would love if he made a guest appearance on House.

  • @TheSagaContinuesWu
    @TheSagaContinuesWu Před 6 lety +8

    Yes....To you, Baldrick, the Renaissance was just something that happened to other people, wasn't it?

  • @JimJim-kh8rw
    @JimJim-kh8rw Před 3 lety

    Very intelligent well read man. Great actor very gifted.

  • @blahdiblah2010
    @blahdiblah2010 Před 13 lety

    he's amazing! and he's SOOOO shy and quiet in real life, i've met him! sooooo lucky i couldn't believe it!

  • @marieadams3720
    @marieadams3720 Před 6 lety +13

    In the UK he's far more popular for Black Adder than Bean.

  • @slviaxcrew6798
    @slviaxcrew6798 Před 10 lety +4

    He talks!!

  • @nizamidin74
    @nizamidin74 Před 11 lety +1

    Rowan Atkinson is the first comedian who makes us laugh with his body language without his real voices. Isn't that amazing?!

  • @Christine_1985
    @Christine_1985 Před 6 lety

    ♥️ Rowan Atkinson! I always watched Mr Bean growing up and also The Thin Blue Line as well. He was so funny as Raymond Fowler.😊

  • @HowManyTimes234
    @HowManyTimes234 Před 11 lety +3

    i'm just hearing Mufasa saying "Zazu..."

  • @luketia
    @luketia Před 10 lety +5

    Leonard Nimoy said a similar thing before his death in Wrath of Khan.

  • @superone8533
    @superone8533 Před 7 lety

    He's a brilliant man and a very accomplished racing driver as well.

  • @gdill123
    @gdill123 Před 12 lety

    Doesn't matter if people only know him as Bean..... he brightens the days of millions of people around the world, makes people laugh... we need more like him!