Robin Williams on Dame Edna's Hollywood

By request, the final part of Dame Edna's Hollywood, broadcasted on 9 May 1992 in the US, with guest Robin Williams, and also with Rue McClanahan, Ringo Starr, and others. It was broadcasted again by Dutch VARA television on 30 May 1992 (English spoken, Dutch subtitles).
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[@linrogers4326]

Only Robin Williams could be more manic and silence the great Dame Edna. Love it.

[@andrewmair7371]

Not 4 long tho… 😊

[@mssuziquzi]

@@andrewmair7371 Yes she actually took control back. She let him know in the nicest way that it was her show.😊

[@pmR32red]

👍

[@steveokinevo]

All he did was shout, very annoying, I don't find I'm funny, the dame is the best

[@jdog2345]

Seeing Robin with Dame Edna was priceless. Nobody could really control Robin but they absolutely loved him.

[@stephendavenport2325]

I'm guessing he probably loved this appearance, hope so anyway ❤

[@mssuziquzi]

Madge being called Nancy Reagan was very funny. How she manages to keep a straight face and not crack up, amazes me.🤣

[@jasminetyana2426]

R.I.P Dame Edna, Rue and Robin. Thank you all for the many many laughs.

[@davidmcnulty3618]

Dame Edna paid the greatest compliment to Robin Williams around '2'15' - "You know, I've momentarily lost control of my own show?!" . Two comic geniuses sharing a stage. Comedy gold.

[@franzgrabe1]

don't agree at all......he stuck out like a sore thumb!

[@thomaselliott573]

@@franzgrabe1 Yes. He was an idiot

[@Stephensorrentino]

That’s not really a compliment

[@hoosierbaddy3052]

@@Stephensorrentino agreed. Robin was hijacking her show. I absolutely adore Robin. However he could dominate and chew the scenery at times. His bit coulda been shorter. Cuz it was funny, but not 3-4 minutes of funny.

[@gailmorgan2556]

I've grown to find him annoying unless its a film role i don't find him funny.

[@Jake-d8d]

I don't think I've ever seen Robin WIlliams laugh as much in an interview. Separately, they were comedic titans, but together they are magic.

[@jerramy]

Dame Edna absolutely knew what she was getting into when she invited Robin Williams onto her show. Although she had always dominated every interview she had ever been on, she knew the difficulties of someone who was, like her, an off-the-cuff improv comedian. She gave him his 15 minutes of fame, then took back control. There are very few impovs who can do this when they are put on the spot. Both brilliant, different styles, but both gave a nod to each other for their craft. What the hell will we do now that they both are dead?

[@nuonknight]

well said! 😕

[@katej23]

Yes, they both knew exactly who each other were and let the magic happen.

[@777nydia1]

Watch re runs of course!

[@ChristianLathomSharp]

They were great. What will we do now? Look for the anarchic comedians that are out there today.

[@olympiahendrix4392]

cry

[@hereforthecomments9676]

I can see these two chilling and laughing in Heaven right now. What a funny reunion it must have been, I bet even God was laughing. R.I.P Robin and Barry. Thank you both for making all of us laugh! ❤

[@allymayful]

What a wonderful thought - haha.

[@drcmac]

🔹️Wow, Robin Williams & Ringo Starr, a Golden Girl & host Barry Humphries all appearing on the same stage. This is a momentous moment indeed ❗

[@rachelled6763]

The first time I've ever seen anyone take Robin in hand and slow him down. Well done Dame Edna.

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face..

[@rachelled6763]

@@frankhendricks5918 What do you want?

[@frankhendricks5918]

@@rachelled6763 Nothng just a friends

[@rustykilt]

When Robin Williams appears on any show, he owns it.

[@BillBiggs1]

This needs to cancelled it doesn’t pass the woke test

[@robert7622]

@@BillBiggs1 Dame Edner called him out to his face lol

[@gailmorgan2556]

He ruins it more like.

[@marieniggenaber2605]

​@@BillBiggs1 What are you talking about?

[@BillBiggs1]

@@marieniggenaber2605 it was so long ago, I can’t even remember to be honest. May have been drunk.

[@bobdobalina838]

God how much do we miss this guy?

[@Plethorality]

it will akways hurt.

[@Mike--Oxmall]

Oh Barry Humphries is still alive.

[@KoEi-co9il]

@@Mike--Oxmall he just passed away today 😢💔

[@alanaronald244]

@@KoEi-co9il Bless his soul

[@sabejreid2072]

Yeah he was still working well here RIP RW one of the great ones. 🙏🏽

[@GUY469]

The humour,the wit,the wry looks,the timing,are all unsurpassed. I have sat in the front row for a couple of the stage shows,and laughed till my stomach hurt.Bloody brilliant. There aint nothing like the dame.

[@ThirdOfJune4444]

Emily was such a pro! She never broke character and just kept on that charming frown in that chaos.

[@ariadneschild8460]

She was in Carnivale iirc. She's great.

[@aquamarine_nz2296]

What an incredible mix of stars in this. I wonder how much of it was choreographed, there would have been an outline. And having Ringo, what a show. Nothing like this for eons and never will be again sadly. Massive talents and personas. ❤

[@marybethscherry2282]

Four legends in on 1 show! Robin, Dame Edna, Rue McClanahan, and Ringo.

[@boltzmannbrain6607]

Who

[@marieniggenaber2605]

​@@boltzmannbrain6607The people on the video.

[@lonelyqueen86]

Whenever I youtube Dame Edna, I am never disappointed.

[@ElvarMasson]

Robin Williams never disappoints

[@Sean-gz4ck]

A hint Robin's sadness at 5:08-5:12. "I feel good about myself most of the time". Both wonderful entertainers and human beings. RIP Dame Edna and Robin Williams.

[@alhawal1]

I noticed that too

[@r4h4al]

How is saying he is feeling good hinting at sadness?

[@kmw4359]

@@r4h4al the key was in “most of the time” … implying that there are times it is not true. But, Robin appears to have been pretty young when this was filmed … would bet he wasn’t dealing with the Lewy Body Dementia yet, and that was what caused him to take his own life later.

[@mariadejucilene7659]

I noticed that too

[@jackiekidwell5004]

​@@r4h4al You didn't pay attention : Robin Williams said he felt good MOST of the time that was the poignant part people were talking about, get it now ?? Or did it go over again ?? LOL. 😅😅😂😂🤣🤣🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@Nickllllllllll]

Dame Edna is still and Robin Williams was a titan of comedy :D Having them collide like this was BRILLIANT!

[@chrisrumble2665]

Not any more...sadly.

[@ZoeAlleyne]

Barry, Edna, Rue, Robin ❤ May their memories be a blessing.

[@ChubbyChecker182]

2 of the funniest people of All Time. Robin and Dame Edna, incredible talents.

[@djfunkychicken]

Barry and Robin would have been instant friends. Never seen Robin laugh so loud or Barry trying not to loose his voice in laughter

[@SillyTube9]

“You play with Wings!” 🤣😄🤣 Perfection.

[@heyyou9839]

Can you explain this?

[@hoosierbaddy3052]

@@heyyou9839 Hey Jude. Figure it out.

[@goldeneve]

Ringo

[@gailmorgan2556]

Stupid. Not funny.

[@Fuzcapp]

The "Don't let her sing again" is a very "IN" joke especially for a pre-internet time. Ringo knew what he meant but not many others would have until the videos appeared on KZbin isolating Linda's vocals on Hey Jude live performance.

[@FAWLTYWORZELMELDREW]

2 Comedy icons together. One of the funniest parts is when Robin Williams goes upstairs and Dame Edna says, ''I think I've lost control of my own show!''.

[@Marchant2]

This is one of the few times where Dame Edna looks to be the most grounded in reality.

[@mozartgenetics]

Barry is awesome. If we had this sort of intertainment in America other than that reality horseshit we now have, I wouldn't have stopped watching TV 20 years ago.

[@deadpanbarry5442]

Ten years later...... You should see how bad it is now.

[@llamapajama7840]

Absa Bloody Lootly!!!!!🏆🌹❤️🥁☮️

[@misspad7282]

@@deadpanbarry5442 - I was thinking the same thing! lol

[@lysisfilms]

Check out some British comedy if you haven't already. Mr Bean, Fawlty Towers, Some Mothers Do Av Em, Morcombe and Wise, The Two Ronnies, etc, etc.

[@aquamarine_nz2296]

​@@deadpanbarry5442 😂😂😂

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

"The dead megastar society" Sadly now true... The world will never be quite so happy again.

[@BangkokVoiceCoach]

Robin Williams is a comedy tornado which even Dame Edna can't control! "Carpe per diem. Seize the cheque!!"" Love it!

[@rodentcafeteria]

Once Robin Williams calmed down a bit, it was a nice exchange between he and Dame Edna. When she asked him if he has a "moment of stillness," it sounded strange hearing it now.

[@JackSprat2323]

4:46 is the best part, How often did Robin Williams go on a show and have someone actually make him laugh out loud? Not often.

[@CreativoErratico]

watch him with craig ferguson

[@KidFabulous72]

I miss this man! Robin will forever live in my heart!

[@Dan-ky5es]

Dame Edna, Robin Williams, a Golden Girl and Ringo Starr...is this the greatest show on earth or what???!!!! :-)

[@ReturnofTheBunny]

Robin Williams, Dame Edna, Rue McClanahan (RIP), and Ringo Starr in the same video. This is the definition of epic.

[@KickassUncle]

Only Barry could have conjured this group.

[@stephenhatwell8607]

@@KickassUncle ❤

[@paulbradley705]

Robin .RIP

[@willieshelton8295]

Dame Edna 💔🙏 Rip

[@Rhythmattica]

As of today, Only Ringo Remains. How weird is that?

[@johndearden7931]

No doubt about it Barry Humphreys one of the greatest comics ever. That is partly because he created his characters and writes his own stuff.

[@alidabaxter5849]

His energy on stage was incredible. When you consider he'd do a matinee and then an evening performance, it's hard to believe anybody could achieve that level for two long shows a day.

[@danielrowsey7667]

I remember watching this the night it was broadcast. “Don’t let her sing again!” absolutely killed me!

Thank you, Robin, for being so great, not only as a comedia, not only as a serious actor, but also as a great person. RIP.

[@alexanderdelacruz9249]

Amen to what you just said.

[@questpublishing4388]

heaven has him now. lucky buggers

[@BLUEEYEBLUE1]

Couldn't stand him

[@chrisdavie8163]

Two absolute legends. Nuff said.

[@grammarofficerkrupke4398]

Amazing dynamic in this video. Robin storms in and completely takes over. Edna has no choice but to let him roam free and wear himself out a bit. When his energy starts to decline a little, she rips his mustache off but it doesn't take him down enough. She has to call him out on his "stupid Italian accent" and over the top energy. The last two blows almost took him down too much so she comforts him and builds him up again at the same time as involving the other guests and rounding off the show with a musical finale. Brilliant!

[@lyndaballam7386]

Loved the remark to Ringo and he reacted well.

[@RodneyDodson]

I feel like Robin Williams was inspired by Dame Edna when he portrayed Mrs. Doubtfire. She calls her audience Possums and Doubtfire called her audience Puppets. And they seem kinda similar in personality, although Dame was obviously much more cynical.

[@AussieItalian1993]

It would have been fantastic if Robin came out as Mrs Doubtfire. Barry Humphrey's Dame Edna meets Robin William's Mrs Doubtfire. That could have been the most epic encounter ever

[@arbyfatbuckle1733]

that would have been amazing . Edna is one if the few comedians that could keep up with Robin.

[@idjles]

and he was the only who could top her.

[@andrewdemetrius8090]

Now that's a movie ..... if only

[@reneegilodo4291]

Renee gilodo

[@darraghgregory891]

AussieItalian1993 I know ye such a sad thing that they didn't

[@CliffMcAulay]

I couldn't believe the talent I was seeing in action! Thank you for posting.

[@toasthall7027]

Amazing how Rue naturally sets up jokes.

[@mysticoversoul]

Rue's gone. Now, Robin's gone, too. The world is sadder without them.

[@MrPowertorque]

The world needs Robin Williams back..

[@tomitstube]

"you're a kaleidoscopic nightmare as a matter of fact." "carpe per diem, seize the check." robin broke up barry pretty good with that one.

[@sydsalmon479]

What incredible energy! He had just owned the set.

[@therealheszha]

Rue, Robbin and Edna....3 absolutely LEGENDS!!!!! Hope all 3 of them are resting peacefully

[@paulej2871]

2 comedic GENIUSES....meeting on the one set at the same time! Thank you so much for posting this as I have NEVER seen it before!

[@Floridafanatic28]

2 amazing improvisational comedians!

[@Grebnednavwehttam]

Dame Edna, the funniest comedy character ever created and sustained. Barry got better and better as Edna, his wit never weakened. Edna conquered our hearts. Bless Barry Humphries. So damn talented.

[@helpershelper]

I have never seen Dame Edna flumixed! 🙃🙃🙃 Love Robin Williams! ☺☺☺ Dame Edna Show brought in all the BIG stars of that era. May Barry Humphries rest in peace. Thank You Berry 💖

[@andrekhamasmie8635]

This is so funny. What a Team they made. Such an explosion. And Rue is so lovely and wonderful. Robin Williams, to my knowledge the only one ever who actually managed to take over, leave her speechless AND being funny. That takes a lot! This silly polonaise at the end... 🙈😂 Thank you so much.

[@kayedeedid]

I think Rue was just holding on for dear life in this one...

[@xdra31]

I think people have got it wrong, imo there wasn’t any upstaging by Robin here. I believe it was all part of the script although improvised, if that makes sense. That’s why both Robin and Barry were comedy geniuses. Also, everyone keeps re-quoting “carpe diem, seize the check”, but how about giving a shout out to Rue McClanahan’s “keep your pecker up”, when advising Edna, and the irony of that, as well as Robin’s retort “good luck with that” back to Edna ….so hilarious! 😂 All four of them (Madge included) sadly gone now! May they RIP.

[@nancykraus5127]

Love this. Icing on the cake with Ringo at the end.

[@HauntedScouse]

Robin Williams, when he REALLY laughed... was medicine. So missed...

[@anthonyellis987]

The biggest surprise is not how well Robin pratically takes over the show, but how Madge doesn't react to being called Nancy Reagan. RIP Robin Williams, Barry Humphries, Rue McClanahan and Madge.

[@brianparsons5026]

dame edna and robin williams two comic gods together

[@wishmaster7438]

Only Robin Williams could take over the stage from Dame Edna.

[@muggedinmadrid]

totally agree. usually dame edna is such a towering talent and presence that she takes over other people's shows. this is the only time I've seen someone take over hers! williams was so larger than life. He was like a tex avery cartoon character made flesh.

[@neddyladdy]

Yeah, without even being funny, just manic.

[@nickvegas2459]

@@neddyladdy Yes, this is the point. Nothing subtle about Williams, and often nothing funny either.

[@pygiana16]

He just shouted so no one could be heard.

[@underscore2824]

@@nickvegas2459dribble . Nothing subtle about Robin

[@aarondaguio7179]

Just found the eighth, ninth, tenth wonder of the world! Robin Williams AND Dame Edna in the same room! Respect!

[@jonathaneffemey944]

Thanks for posting

[@robyncamilleri6634]

“All you gotta do is act manically”. God bless Barry. One manic genius reigning in another

[@hockdan]

What a time when tv was made with passion. How funny Dame Edna trying to bring Robin Williams back down to Earth not yet realising that this very situation became the ideal celebrity interview for any aspiring TV host and that losing control of your own show to this man would one day be considered an honour and a privilege. I'm an Australian but unfortunately only old enough to have Hey Hey It's Saturday as the closest thing I would get to this 😢.

[@katemcluskey]

I miss him so much! 😩😭💔 I loved the way he laughed that's the one thing I will miss. He was my childhood 😭😭

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face..

[@spactick]

I was really impressed with the way Humphries handled Robin Williams, because both of their styles of humor demanded that they be in total control of the moment, especially Williams. He (or rather her, ha!) graciously gave Williams the stage at the same time never letting anyone forget who was in control. That was the one thing about Williams that I totally disliked. His absolute need to totally take over the stage from everyone else. Ruining the timing and confidence of other comics. He demanded that everyone become his audience. Edna never lost a step and certainly didn't become part of his audience

[@misspad7282]

I agree, as funny as Robin Williams was, he did tend to go overboard at times.

[@tonyneal4716]

I think that taking control of the stage, is a typical, American trait.

[@tonyneal4716]

I think that ol' Rob had a bit of rocket fuel under his wings when he needed to be let out of the cage.

[@helenahopkinson381]

Dame Edna always took over when she was on talk shows.

[@PUNKinDRUBLIC72]

​@@tonyneal4716 booger sugar!

[@zovalentine7305]

Rest in powerful peace 🙏 John Barry Humphries 17 February 1934 ~ 22 April 2023⚘

[@Fuzcapp]

There are not many (any?) people who could take over Dame Edna's Show. Edna did well to wrestle control back, claiming Robin had been trying to get on the show for ages. This is amazing comedy.

[@richardmccann425]

Only Barry Humphries could match Robin Williams on stage. He facilitated his act and made it better. Both genius in their own right. RIP Robin Williams

[@jakeknapp6833]

Yeap I know also what if it would been funny what if he was Mrs. Doubtfire on dame Edna Barry humpshire as dame Edna or just himself would it be funny

[@tastymustard6234]

RIP Barry Humphries

[@barryschwarz]

Their comedy styles are chalk and cheese - both brilliant, but grating together. Fascinating watching them negotiate each other.

[@garyvee6023]

Don't think even Ringo could "imagine" in those day's that he was going to be the voice of a kids cartoon...., and be a huge hit. 😂 (For those that don't know, Ringo is the voice of "Thomas the Tank Engine)".

[@allymayful]

Bloody brilliant!!!!! Two geniuses.

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face..

[@bevcd3625]

I miss you Robin. 🥺 The world is a lesser place without you. 💔✌️

[@shellsbignumber2]

Wow Dame Edna, Robin Williams & Ringo. The audience got their moneys worth that night.

[@visitjessiechan]

and rue mcclanahan!

[@paulthrutner9114]

@@visitjessiechan hhhhhhhhhh

[@paulthrutner9114]

@@visitjessiechan hhhhhhh

[@paulthrutner9114]

@@visitjessiechan ihhohhhhhohh

[@paulthrutner9114]

H oh hhhoohohohi on phone o hhpp

[@mattmaloney2445]

Having Robin Williams only highlights what a genius Barry Humphries is. Melbourne boy done good!

[@Maxbps88]

I am a MASSIVE Robin Williams fan; have been since MnM in the late 70's. I've watched nearly every video on youtube w/ Robin. And then I saw this tonight. Great stuff.

[@quentinquogamoddy1999]

Nanu nanu to you, too.

[@Maxbps88]

@@quentinquogamoddy1999 Nanu, nanu, to you, too, my friend.

[@wendyburrows4178]

2 utter greats. Miss you both 2023 ❤

[@Glenfern]

RIP Dame Edna, we love and miss you ❤🇦🇺🦘🤣

[@alexkovacevic6907]

He was a such a beautiful human being. 'you do smell like passion', lol. Robin and Dame Edna is a match made in heaven.

[@Canerican.]

I forgot how off the rails this show was! That must have been fun !

[@alidittmar]

This show is hysterical!

[@lilnip67]

I slipped and got here. I freaking love it. Laughing is what I love and he made it happen God Bless him/ her

[@slashdisco]

I've been utterly obsessed with Edna for decades, purely for her ability to dominate any guest (no matter how famous) she ever had. It's therefore so jarring to watch her interview with Robin. There's mutual respect there, absolutely, but even I have to admit that Robin controls the interview. Like Joan Rivers, the Dame knows when to graciously allow a fellow comedic genius to do their thing.

[@Lazurath101]

An unstoppable force meets an immovable object

[@kenchristie9214]

If you ever get Dame Ednea into bed, you'll go nuts over her.

[@llamapajama7840]

Yes.....much respect ❤️❤️

[@peterpiper831]

I found this jarring as well. Edna with pure wit, Robin using over the top verbal diarrhoea during their jousting.

[@tinamitchell7496]

Mate, Barry was very much a man. He played a character (one of many) who happened to be a woman. Barry was not transgender and did not identify as a woman. His pronoun situation was very much as God created him. Edna was amazing though.

[@leemccluskey3063]

So sad that these four are no longer with us. They brought so much laughter and enjoyment to so many and I fear we will never see the likes again.

[@CarolEpworth-md9tf]

Rip Dame Edna Australia lost a wonderful comedian a few days ago 😢 you will be miss fly high 🇦🇺😥💔♥️

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face..

[@Superdisco199]

Watching this without smiling is near impossible.

[@Mitzy596]

What would happen when the two greatest Improv's meet on stage?

[@nzfalcon6578]

When dear Robin is on stage he lights up everyone even people at home , he is the Elvis of comedians RIP Robin we all miss your star glow

[@eppeywonder]

PS That frail woman is a woman who was a long time actress who played Madge Allsop - originally a Kiwi. Incredibly funny - Recall Edna bashing her for knocking over her Gladis and destroying the set ( a set up of course ) and she kept that face. Golden. Passed several years ago but she was brilliant .

[@paulm.7422]

The Madge Allsop character was a Kiwi, but Emily Perry (who played her) was actually British - born in Devon. She passed at age 100 in 2008.

[@patobrien4093]

RIP Robin Williams you legend.

[@rustykilt]

For Dame Edna to be overshadowed on her own show is unheard of, but as it was Robin Williams, I understand her losing control..

[@tornari]

That little comment to Ringo: “don’t let her sing again.” Fantastic

[@deborahjarvis9036]

Wish this show would show in Australia, even if it's old, we missed all the good stuff

[@johnjones4129]

Must be the first time Dame Edna couldn’t get a word in……normally she speaks over everyone else

[@tommartin2423]

"Carpe per diem, seize the cheque!" is just about the zingiest zinger that's ever been zinged.

[@annmariebarratt4213]

This was the good old days! When you could laugh at everything! And………. Mis Robin😔💜💜😔

[@qsw-1228]

Miss. Doubtfire was totally Dame Edna 😆 RIP Dame Edna.

[@DonnaE68]

Robin Williams is the only one who can steal a show from Dame Edna!

[@graemeking7336]

No way... RW is a frantic bore. He comes nowhere near the Dame

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face..

[@susannewiesinger5465]

What a sensitive and intelligent person Dame Edna was. She was aware of Williams' great mental struggles. They liked each other, you can see and, much more, feel it.

[@zovalentine7305]

Rest in powerful peace my favorite celebrity and homie of all time 🙏 Robin McLaurin Williams 21 July 1951 ~ 11 August 2014⚘

[@nickgonzalezbrown2503]

I was distracted trying to read the subtitles for the first five minutes.. before realizing I don't understand them

[@tigerfeet2813]

Nicholas G. Brown lol

[@franktaymans1802]

It’s dutch

[@ivyc3500]

LOL