Richard Lewis on Later with Bob Costas, Parts 1 and 3 (+ 2), 1989-90

By popular demand.
1. April 27, 1989: Richard's first appearance on Later.
2. Date unknown, taped in L.A.; never aired because Bob was laughing so much.
3. April 5, 1990: Richard's third appearance, with many clips from the unaired L.A. tape.

[@randylevy]

Bob Costas losing it is one of my all-time favorite TV moments. RIP Richard Lewis. Obligatory thank you to Don for preserving this history.

[@karenbell4145]

We really lost a great icon. Bob Costas gave a fabulous interview. Richard Lewis, not only was he funny, he had a dynamic personality 💕. He kept it real 🤣. I was really upset when I heard of his passing. 😢. This was a great 👍 collection. Thanks.

[@TrumbullComic]

R.I.P. to Richard Lewis. One of the best to ever do it.

[@joycej928]

"I just want to sit here and worry in place". Classic Richard. The things that roll out of his mouth. Love . R.I.P Richard. Thanks, Don. These interviews with Costas precious.

[@randregL]

I'm so happy to find this! I still remember this so well....

[@KnickKnack07]

I have been looking for this for YEARS.

[@catherinefitzpatrick9144]

I have been looking for this since...forever!

[@rondy702]

Got here by accident, but I remember seeing this when it aired originally! I really thought Bob Costas was comfortable and engaging on this show! He was a great interviewer already but he really seemed to be enjoying himself every night!

[@madnero5508]

@@rondy702 I loved watching this show when I was a kid.

[@itsallanillusion4827]

I have this interview on VHS! Rest in Peace Richard ❤

[@steele41]

I met Lewis at a Mets game in the mid-90s. I told him I would stay up late if I saw in the TV listings that he would be on "Later with Bob Costas." I'll never forget how his eyes lit up and says, "Wasn't that a fucking great show, man!" He said he loved Letterman for what he did for him and other comedians but that "Later" was his favorite show to appear on.

[@aaronlevine2150]

Hey Don. This is brilliant.Thanks. I don't how many times Richard was on Later, but there was one appearance when he threw off a line that stayed with me for years and would crack me up just thinking about it. He was referencing kids movies or something and he cited "Fievel plays stickball with a moose". I lost it. So amazing the things that stick in memory

[@waynej2608]

Great stuff! I liked his retort when Costas referenced It's a Wonderful Life and who would 'get' it. "Four mental patients and Kafka's ghost". Hilarious, brilliant. These guys had top notch rapport.

[@tb7077]

I remember watching him on Costas back in the day and laughing my azz off. Richard was hilarious. I’m sorry to hear he’s passed.

[@tuz0wils0n]

I still remember the clips from that infamous unaired episode. Classic! Something about Bob Costas losing it is just so funny. Thanks again, Don.

[@johnwhorfin3815]

"four mental patients and Kafka's ghost" - I've been waiting years to hear that again

[@RollingOrmond]

Lewis has still got it. Saw him at Cobb's Comedy Club in San Fran about a year ago on his stand-up return and it was great.

[@rondy702]

Rolling Ormond I was just about to google him to see what he's up to! Thanks for the update!

[@waynej2608]

@@rondy702 Now, three years later, I'm about to do the same. I was a huge fan of Lewis. Got turned on to him via Late Night w David Letterman. He's amazing.

[@snowman8329]

Saw him in Boston four years ago. The only thing that was memoriable was he shared his experience of having Jay Leno as a roommate.

[@TheCarriecarrie41]

R.I.P Richard Lewis

[@smilevibes]

Thank you Don for this great Costas and Richard Lewis upload. I remember watching them, and how ticked off Lewis got when NBC wouldn't air the one where he made Costas loose it laughing. Thank God they put it on! Can't wait till you do a Richard Lewis collection on Dave Letterman.

[@waynej2608]

Any updates on this? I'd love to see 'em.

[@jonhedges9422]

I have an indelible memory of watching #3 when it originally aired. So funny. RIP Richard Lewis, one of the best to ever do it

[@jmiller297]

If you can make Bob Costas *SCREAM* with laughter, then you're doing something right! I mean, look at him! He's like a 5-year-old getting tickled mercilessly! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bishopconnor]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! My mom and I watched these two episode together when they originally aired and cried from laughing so hard!

[@janmcroberts126]

I saw this when Costas aired clips from the show during another Later interview with Lewis. I've never forgotten how much I laughed, how much Costas laughed..

[@plev10]

Just amazing how fast his mind is. Thanks for reminding me of Richie's amazing brain.

[@Emlizardo]

22:23 "shoulder casing" - this is the ultimate. This is why the Internet was created. Good night, everyone, Richard will be here all week, try the veal. Seriously: Godspeed Richard, you were so wonderful. So, so wonderful.

[@smokinjoeblues]

Don, I have been looking for this forever. Thank you!

[@annakelman6627]

As a Brit this punchily funny. I adore his mordant syntax and neurotic insights.....

[@waynej2608]

As a fan of British comedy; Monty Python, Peter Sellers, Peter Cook, Dudley Moore, Ricky Gervais etc, I'm proud that we have/had great comics like Richard Lewis, George Carlin, Woody Allen, Richard Pryor, Rodney Dangerfield, etc. Humor and laughter are such essential ingredients.

[@gallery7596]

Instead of trying to squeeze in as many people as possible plus a musical performance, "Later" always focused on one guest. Interesting people like Mickey Spillane, Larry Gelbart, and Steve Allen. Terrific show.

[@mrsecretsound]

THANK YOU!

[@EarthdogGFX]

This was a great show ... .. I remember the later show when i would wake up late night as a child ... my mom would be watching it .. my first memory of letterman happened the same way ... mid 86 maybe

[@johnpat3622]

I watched that third interview when it first aired. A classic.

[@videopro4566]

Funniest interviews ive ever seen showcasing how sharp he was on the fly. I immediately came here when i heard the news. R.I.P. to one of the GOATs of standup.

[@yaboinoname]

we love you richard one of the best comics ever! rest in peace sir

[@joridge171]

Sad sad news. Loved his humour.

[@steveconn]

So enjoyable. Keep well, Don.

[@pabloteetheartist]

What wonderful memories !

[@geniusmchaggis]

thanks for bringing out bob costas don! i saw this interview back in 89...loved bobs show. havent watched this vid yet...is this the one where they cut to lewis insulting bobs questions

[@_PrimetimePranks]

RIP sir Richard

[@EarthdogGFX]

Oooh do you have diary of a young comic ? that looks interesting ..

[@kmac1766]

“Richard, now when you did ‘The Twist.”😝😝😝

[@erickziglar7967]

Was there one appearance on Letterman where his Mom was there & but he had her escorted out? Or was this another person?

[@dongiller]

It was the Too Hot to do a Show Show, November 20, 1985. Richard’s mom Blanche had come to the show, and he figured she’d just be in the audience. But when Dave decided to tape the show in his office, Richard said he’d be too uncomfortable with her sitting right there in the same room. So after Dave introduced Blanche in the office reception area, Richard asked her if she’d be ok if she weren’t in the office with him. She understood, and so she didn’t accompany him when Dave and Richard walked into the office to begin the interview. So no, she wasn’t escorted out.

[@garylobo348]

22:25. So although it didn't have much range. .

[@yournamehere6002]

13:13 A Tsuris Line

[@siggylloyd3566]

23:04 Maybe I shouldn't have done "this"...

[@user-vg2eg7oo5n]

Gilbert Gottfried made Bob crawl under a table.

[@jackscratch785]

Damn it I wish I was Jewish.

[@emilegeorge6225]

Great video, except for that anxiety song. What a horrible music they made back then.