Trump Won’t Deny Becoming a Dictator, Mike Lindell’s MyChristmas Spectacular & Bye Kevin McCarthy

[@caseyjl949]

What a beautiful tribute, Mr. Kimmel! Rest easy, Norman Lear!

[@Lonewolfmike]

I love the card Norman sent back.

[@sirdiealot53]

Jimmy was tearing up at the end. He's a truly appreciative man of those that paved the way for him. I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Mr F'ing Lear but I'll be looking at his works. Signed, A 16 year old White American.

[@rckkeller9437]

Well said…

[@dcs002]

@@sirdiealot53 All in the Family and Good Times. Start there. I think those were his two most influential works. As a 57 year-old white American, a kid when those shows were on, I was shocked, entertained, and I laughed at the reality those shows presented - in their own silly way. Lear was a fearless writer who upset people on the left and the right, but he gave us a lot to think about, and he thrived when he wrote about the imperfections in all of us. Like, being a bigot is an awful thing, but even bigots are human, and they deserve love. Somehow he navigated that. It made sense when he told those stories. We are all flawed humans with a lot to learn, and we all deserve a chance, and love.

[@TrollToll-d8d]

bro Kimmel is so disappointing. I guarantee at some point in his life he was a cool guy you'd like to be friends with. Or maybe not honestly it's hard to say, because making weird comments and videos like this make it clear he has a hatred for trump. I'm not a trump supporter hating on him. I am an individual who uses my own brain to think and whenever I see ANY person push so hard for one side, it has become more and more clear, it is either become they are paid off, or very ignorant. In his position, he is more than likely paid off.

[@dottydew3673]

Loved the Lindell Christmas Special. Wishing everyone Peace during the holidays. Stay safe and sane.

[@AAZEDLARC]

RIP Mr. Lear and thank you to Mr. Kimmel for recognizing him. You are doing a fantastic job on your show and in general, calling out truth to power, you are continuing Mr. Lear's work. We appreciate you!

[@lillyanderson3623]

So well said!

[@gamepapa1211]

So many of Lear's shows would make Fox News scream about woke culture if they aired today. I'm glad they premiered long before Fox News was an idea in Murdoch's head.

[@samsepiol05590]

⁠@@gamepapa1211Yup! The irony being Fox “News” and the MAGA cult can’t even tell you what “woke” means 😂

[@TrollToll-d8d]

bro Kimmel is so disappointing. I guarantee at some point in his life he was a cool guy you'd like to be friends with. Or maybe not honestly it's hard to say, because making weird comments and videos like this make it clear he has a hatred for trump. I'm not a trump supporter hating on him. I am an individual who uses my own brain to think and whenever I see ANY person push so hard for one side, it has become more and more clear, it is either become they are paid off, or very ignorant. In his position, he is more than likely paid off.

[@Mark_Brooks]

@@TrollToll-d8d Troll Toll, Use your brain to realize he is going to prison for any number of reasons.

[@Dr_Cole]

Wow. That tribute was just beautiful. From doing it without the audience, to the review of his career, and through the poignant way Jimmy presented this, clearly emotional, you’ve simply nailed the respect and reverence you intended to convey. Thanks, Jimmy. And a very big thanks to Norman.

[@Vikram_l]

Rest in Peace Norman Lear. You gave us a glimpse of the better side of American Culture.

[@French-Kiss24]

Lovely tribute to a great talent. RIP Norman Lear. To be continued . . .

[@nancyanneberg403]

Thank you for speaking for Norman Lear. Thank you for learning well from him and for your service to making the atrocious funny.

[@istdochallesegal3427]

Well said!

[@DanSalig-jq5mu]

By the he thank-you note at 100 years you can tell all he was a fuckin genius!

[@daniellamcgee4251]

F#@% yeah!

[@RendaJane]

He did an amazing job of teaching morality and how to spread kindness and be respectful to each other and just be a good person. Archie flushed the first toilet to ever be heard on a sitcom. 😅 What a great teacher and loving man who taught us to love each other through both laughter and tears.

[@JeanGillespie-fp7rs]

This is a time of desperation for the world, need your talent more than ever!!❤❤

[@TheVTRainMan]

RIP Norman Lear! Incredibly talented man... his resume is the proof. He will be forever remembered through his creations.

[@SusiFroggy]

What a lovely tribute to Norman Lear.

[@countsd1]

R.I.P. Norman you will be missed.

[@ashleytaveras9035]

What a beautiful tribute. Rest in Peace Norman Lear. 📺😢🙏

[@crystalshaw8744]

Ikr!! He made me tear up.

[@creativelife9871]

It was beautiful. 🕊️🙏🏽

[@alexandercain732]

That was an amazing tribute to Mr. Lear. He was one of the most creative and talented persons around. Thank you for doing that.

[@gamepapa1211]

Even after his passing, Norman Lear knows how to make people laugh. Thank you, sir, and rest in peace.

[@sadiestoltzfus9798]

My all time favorite sitcom is All In The Family the show is classic.

[@heathvincent3312]

Amen 🙏

[@CourageKarnga]

I swear, all the greats are dying this century! It sucks!

[@pdoylemi]

@@sadiestoltzfus9798 I think MASH is mine, but All in the Family is right up there. I should like it more because I was 8 and a half when the show began, and my mom made me go to bed at 7:30. But after seeing a couple of episodes, she thought that show was so good, with such a good message, she let me stay up and watch.

[@chancelewis9297]

Norman had way too much to live for.

[@DeCaboRojoPR]

Jimmy just made me cry with his tribute to Norman. Definitely a special genius that essentially touched the life of millions without most even noticing. May he rest in peace and absolute thanks for his influence creating beautiful television. I loved a lot of the programs mentioned.

[@crystalshaw8744]

Me too

[@ninaschust3694]

Norman Lear ❤ rest in peace. You were fighting for equality and changed the word for the better.

[@charlesasmith7836]

Agree and thanks for the memorable TV shows we grew up watching may he RIP🙏🙏

[@TheAdventuresOfAce]

Jimmy Kimmel im proud of you tonight because you honored a Truly one of a kind NORMAN LEAR WAS MAKING AMERICA GREAT FOR US TODAY! Thanks Jimmy Kimmel for that Beginning of the show!

[@spat5502]

Such a lovely tribute to Mr. Norman Lear.

[@Lensdancer]

That was wonderful, Jimmy, thanks for sharing! .... RIP Norman, you were a mainstay of laughter in our lives and your legacy will live on in our memories and reruns forever. Thank you!!

[@faithhealingandself-care8972]

So many of his shows gave life lessons on prejudices, racism, being a good neighbor, women's rights, and so much more. The humor helped us to see that many of those who spout hate, often do so in ignorance, from every race, color, and creed. He had and will continue to have an impact through his shows and characters. He lived to 101, that says a great deal about who he was and how he lived. A pioneer who is now a legend. Rest in peace until the rapture.🕊️

[@DARWINZOO]

If only I could have said it as perfectly as you did. Isn't it strange to have to explain him ❤❤ Except rapture. He didn't believe in that At All

[@edwardroche2480]

Yes it's people that we never hear of until it's too late that make the biggest difference in our lives and once they're gone we don't have the opportunity to thank them. Norman Lear was one such person. He made a difference in my life and the little sketches still play through my mind 50 years after I've seen them he put a bug in our ears that lasted our lifetimes

[@joannajamerson35]

He has beautiful eyes

[@DonzLockz]

RIP Norman, I grew up with all those shows, great memories.❤

[@sadiestoltzfus9798]

People that didn't have the opportunity to enjoy new episodes on a weekly basis missed out on the entertainment our generation X had the pleasure of. All In The Family in my opinion is the number one sitcom ever written. And the fact it was recorded live is impressive.

[@Greens5511]

Glad u did this tribute to Norman Lear! I just realized I grew up loving shows he created! Who knows maybe that is why I feel I am more accepting of another person's view and being different. Thanks Norman, rest in peace!

[@revvyhevvy]

Very classy pre audience announcement, Jimmy! Thanks!

[@richardwolcott5567]

Norman Lear will definitely be missed.

[@rottweilerfun9520]

The only "right thing" that Kevin McCarthy has done is quit Congress.

[@gamepapa1211]

It speaks volumes about McCarthy's character when the biggest cheer he got was the day he quits.

[@dma9646]

With so much that's been reported and said by GOP MAGA saying one thing but doing the opposite, I admit feeling suspicious waiting for the proverbial shoe to drop. I'll believe McCarthy is leaving when he does. But there's this nagging thought McCarthy and the orange orangutan may be joining forces for the top two positions in the WH. I won't be surprised. Nothing the GOP surprises me anymore.

[@charlesasmith7836]

IKR good riddance

[@oregonghost3782]

Agreed 👍💯

[@davemckolanis4683]

@rottweilerfun9520 The Dummy Looked Smarter Than Kevin...

[@hectornegron9155]

I learned about Norman's passing yesterday evening and immediatelly looked forward to Jimmy's reaction knowing their beautiful relationship. Thank you Jimmy. RIP Norman and thank you for the laughter and the memories.

[@lillyanderson3623]

Beautiful tribute for a beautiful man. Thank you, Jimmy Kimmel. 🩷

[@barbaracollins385]

That was a great tribute to Norman Lear. I grew up watching all those shows. He was ahead of the times and treated serious issues with a sense of humor. Wish all people would do that now. It's up to the 2 Jimmy's and Stephen now.

[@JoshCampbellGeekXL]

RIP Norman. What a legacy. Wow. Thanks for everything.

[@pammymusic4ever]

Mr. Lear. What a sweet, gifted man. I grew up watching the shows he created and will always have a deep respect for him. He lived a good long life. He will live forever in my heart. RIP, a friend to all.

[@coleengoodell7523]

Very sorry to hear of Mr. Norman Lear's passing. The shows you mentioned were always entertaining and brought up social issues in a family friendly way. Mom approved. What a legacy he has left.

[@ferox965]

All in the Family wasn't exactly family friendly. It was direct and savage. It was controversial for its time. Best show ever.

[@newfiescreech7328]

I was inappropriately young watching AITF and The Jeffersons. Their open mockery of racism and misogyny made me a better person. A great tribute from Jimmy!

[@gatovolador7618]

​@@ferox965I suppose the same could be said for Sanford and Son.

[@NicoleAZ145]

That was such a lovely tribute. I have tears in my eyes because his sense of humor matches my late mom’s. She would’ve found that sweatshirt hilarious. 101 years was definitely not long enough. Rest in peace, sweet Norman.

[@darkcanyonprospecting1148]

Jimmy….you are genuinely human. Thank you for being so…..you give credit where it is due and it is refreshing. Please keep up the good work.

[@RenataCantore]

Thank you for your excellent opening tribute to The Brilliant & Beloved of Norman Lear. ❤❤❤

[@AnthonyCudahy-c3z]

Norman Lear was a national treasure.

[@catzipper]

Awesome sharing Mr Kimmel. I grew up with Norman F. Lear in my living room. I think his writing & productions helped me survive the gloom of the teen ages by causing me to laugh even when I was a gloomy gus that hated living. Rest in Peace Norman. Cant help but see you & Carroll sitting in the All the Family chairs with stogies discussing this * up world.

[@pdxpete48]

Norman Lear brought the best in the sitcom world that made comedy tv special and memorable. Make them laugh Norm!

[@jop7672]

Sorry for your loss Jimmy. And what a national treasure he was. It's hard to see the great ones leave us. Love and prayers to his dear family.

[@veteransforequality7347]

Lock trump up!!!

[@stephdegoede8316]

Mmm, let's see, who else locked up their political opponents? Oh yes, that's right, Apartheid SA locked Mandela, Mbeki, Zuma, Thambo and all the rest up on Robin Island. Then there was Stalinist Russia that sent everyone to Siberia. Dietrich Bonhoeffer was locked up by the Nazis. Polpots just sent everyone to labour camps. So have the Kim dynasty for nearly 50 years. And he is the dictator... cool story.

[@targgthewise2892]

Yer gey

[@Quijanos1]

Convict him first!

[@mariannerivera2720]

OMG YES!!!

[@targgthewise2892]

@@mariannerivera2720 it must suck to know the Bidens will go to jail before trump!

[@denisearmbruster7478]

Jimmy! Thank you for the beautiful tribute of Norman Lear. He truly blazed a path into a world where others feared to tread! Jimmy, continue the great work keeping all of us informed with the truth! PEACE OUT ✌!

[@thaisstone5192]

Jumping Christ in a Green Hat; a real stunner from Mr. Kimmel and his uber-talented writing team. And your heartfelt, gracious nod to the late Norman Lear was beyond reproach. You're a right bloody little treasure with your wonderful late night show. I salute you, Mr. Kimmel!!!

[@YIKESMF]

I can't tell if you're being serious or sarcastic. Is that what you meant to do?

[@judd442009]

Thanks, Jimmy, for the tribute to Norman Lear, along with the amazing remembrance of the holiday card.

[@teresathayn5170]

Norman Lear fueled all our appetites for funny and reason! ❤. This hurts.

[@katherinehunter9526]

Jimmy I thought about you the second that I heard the news of Norman Lear moving on! Thank you Jimmy for all the work you did with Norman, bringing the Live episodes of his legendary Shows. May he rest in Peace and Love forever. 101 isn't a bad run thou! 🕊💞🕯🙏🏻

[@lisab9541]

This hit me hard. I grew up on Norman Lear's television and hadn't heard until this. Thank you, Jimmy for this lovely personal story and tribute to a man who changed television and the world for many of us. I can watch the classics from the 70s repeatedly and laugh and cry the same or more than 40 some years ago. Had to pause to finish crying before I could watch the monologue. I hate losing the icons of my childhood. It feels like losing my parents again each time one leaves this earth.

[@crystalshaw8744]

I'm not crying you are...smile. No I'm crying too. Damn Jimmy

[@samnelson2343]

I only just learned from seth meyers that Ray leota died! What a flipping day! (For me, not they)

[@bamagrl26]

I totally agree, I watched so many of these shows with both my parents.

[@maryroberts589]

This was how I learned of NL's passing too & appreciated this perfect tribute! He created so much fantastic television over his career.

[@briankorbelik2873]

I was 16 when Norman Lear's 'All in the Family' debuted in 1972. I have many great memories of myself and my family watching that show, and so many of Mr. Lear's others.

[@amynolan3630]

Thank you Jimmy for the wonderful tribute to Norman Lear. Somehow Kevin McCathy's announcement caught the attention of the traditional media instead of the loss of this incredible giant.

[@SusanBame]

That was a lovely tribute to Norman Lear. Thank you so much for sharing that.

[@MrMknowles44]

That was the best skit, the lap sitting dialogue. Balanced. On point message. Lear would be proud.

[@cadebritt8001]

Grew up with all those programs. Thankful for the memories.

[@teddymartinii1979]

I grew up watching Norman Lear's shows on TV. My family would sit down and watch All in the Family, and Sanford and Son and laugh through every episode. RIP, and thanks for the laughter you gave us.

[@knowyourfiction9591]

Thanks for sharing your friend and mentor’s story, it was beautiful. And thanks for what you do Jimmy. It’s easy to forget the importance of the court jester. In reality, it was quite the responsibility. Keep up the good work.

[@elizabethpalumbo6516]

What a beautiful tribute to Norman Lear! I grew up watching many of his shows on UHF, the world is a better place for him being in it and will be terribly missed. Rest in peace Norman!

[@Greg-io1ip]

"UHF"!! That knob on the right. Harder to turn. Lots of tiny clicks. Sometimes our favorite channel would come in fuzzy to the right or left of the 'click'. The knob was so full of tiny numbers that it definitely wasn't precise. Remember that the knob on the left had to be on the "U"!!! And wiggle the rabbit ears every time we changed the channel. I bet cumulatively: our generation spent a month of our lives trying to adjust the knobs and antenna.

[@danielabilez3619]

You are correct. He was a somebody that helped create the fabric of my youth. Gifted to the end. Journey well sir. Journey well.

[@karenwhaley8635]

Thank you for your tribute to Norman Lear Jimmy! I grew up watching all those shows. He was a brilliant guy! Rest In Fuckin' Laughter Mr. Lear ❤

[@jimjennen4043]

Love the disclaimer from 'All in the Family" after the lovely tribute. Very classy and RIP Norman.

[@ebreedon]

Ok thank you, that show predated me so I didn't know where that disclaimer came from.

[@mr.dronez8315]

That was such a touching tribute to a great man that made our Televisions come alive every night during my childhood. Thank you for that Jimmy

[@debbeleigh1930]

Thank you Jimmy for your tribute ❤ Through the years I have enjoyed all the shows he helped create.

[@stormwatcher59]

Thank you for the beautiful tribute to Norman Lear!

[@blackpearl6836]

Jimmy I can feel the hurt in your tribute......DEEPLY. Your aura reeks of the pain of losing a loved one. However, this moment of adoration for Norman Lear was pure gold. Thank you for saying what we all feel. Thank you. ❤️

[@triple_sec0]

Reeks?

[@Spiritdove64]

Hey its a time of joy the man had a wonderful life lets celebrate it!

[@Brookscalvin]

Beautiful tribute to Mr. Lear. He was important even if you were just a kid watching all his shows after school. Im grateful, i didnt realize how he helped me become an open minded human ❤

[@geraldbrown2875]

A beautiful tribute, to a beautiful man, from a beautiful man! R.I.P. N.Lear. How can you not love Jimmy Kimmel, what a class act always! ❤

[@doomsdayaddams2894]

Norman Lear’s shows were so ground breaking. He really helped us make great strides as a culture.

[@dmercury292]

So many great shows Norman.💙

[@glnnchrstphr9717]

A beautiful tribute to Norman. I was wondering if anyone would mention his passing. Thank you. I'm old enough to have seen All in the Family during the original airings. Loved all his shows.

[@lesliepartington2219]

Beautiful tribute Jimmy. Once upon a time we were open enough to be able to laugh at ourselves. Nowadays it’s sad. We creep around and have lost our sense of humor. So Jimmy when are you running for POTUS? God bless.

[@Grizzly39]

Have you ever seen the hate mail that All in The Family or the Jefferson got? Only the people on the show heard the worst 💩 a basement dweller could write. Now it’s all here online for everyone to be shocked by.

[@dcs002]

I agree about Norman, but I disagree about how things are today. We can still say what we want, with as much freedom as ever (thanks in no small part to Norman Lear). Do you think complaining about non-PC speech is a new invention? Introducing someone like Archie Bunker was risky for that very reason. He said offensive things in every episode. All Norman Lear did was to add context. It's not the words, it's the intention of the speaker that really matters, and today people are just as likely to confuse the two as they were in the 70s. Lear was loved and hated. He was a lightning rod for the left and the right. His gift was in revealing the deeper truth beneath the words. People today might be more afraid to push those boundaries, but that's their own fear, not the world around them. People aren't more sensitive or critical. I think people are just more afraid of that criticism. Norman Lear thrived in that world. That kind of criticism didn't stop him, and I'm privileged to have grown up during his heyday!

[@TrollToll-d8d]

bro Kimmel is so disappointing. I guarantee at some point in his life he was a cool guy you'd like to be friends with. Or maybe not honestly it's hard to say, because making weird comments and videos like this make it clear he has a hatred for trump. I'm not a trump supporter hating on him. I am an individual who uses my own brain to think and whenever I see ANY person push so hard for one side, it has become more and more clear, it is either become they are paid off, or very ignorant. In his position, he is more than likely paid off.

[@Smitty2528]

​@@dcs002 Nice, what a succinct summary!

[@sadiestoltzfus9798]

@@Grizzly39The shows were filmed in the seventies a time when people's prejudice and bias were voiced in public. I find it silly that you would believe the characters on the shows received hate mail. Sanford and Son was popular. If you did not grow up in the seventies well you wouldn't know that teenagers and younger children watched the shows and enjoyed them. I was one of those children. Generation X I am 56 years old now and still watch All In The Family. And laugh and laugh. The liberal and the bigot deep down loved each other. In these times there is a lot of hatred toward opposite opinions.

[@normahernandez355]

Thank you Norman!!! For making me laugh through out the years! ❤

[@bellafemmina4106]

What a beautiful and perfect tribute to Mr. Lear. And OMG! The Lindell Christmas special was gold!

[@cloudie9druoid172]

RIP Norman amazing legacy

[@equalityforall8418]

Jimmy, that was a wonderful tribute to Norman Lear. He will never be forgotten. So few of us get to live a life so full, and that man deserved to have his. Thank you Jimmy:)

[@elizabethvogt2306]

Thank you for a sincere and beautiful remembrance.

[@jamesegan8184]

The last video segment was such a great involved production and SO FUNNY!! Thank you Team of Jimmy Kimmel!!!

[@jinxkrug7000]

Norman Lear is the Goat of TV and Comedy! I am old (74) enough to have been privileged to have watched many of Lear's great shows! His genius was amazing. Thank you for the laughs and the and the smarts. RIP

[@christinemaney2294]

Jimmy it took some years for me to come around to you. I’d argue though that it took a few years for you to deserve our attention. But Jimmy, you’ve really come into your own and have shown what is in you. You are a good human being. ❤

[@Rubeless]

Wait until he is retired and tells everyone he was only acting like this for the money. Every single person Jimmy is friends with, and I mean his real friends, is for trump.

[@zoebrennan799]

I’m sorry you lost your friend. You’re a little speech was very touching. I was very moved and I’ll look into this man and watch some of his stuff. Thank you and I’m sorry for your loss.

[@losguerra7]

Rest in Peace, Mr. Norman Lear. Thank you, for the amazing memories. To be continued...over and next 🙏❤️

[@leeproulx7412]

Amazing tribute to Norman Lear, Jimmy Kimmel. So many extraordinary shows he gave us, growing up. A true legend!

[@TheAdventuresOfAce]

Norman Lear a great man of entertainment! A man of the highest standards! RIP SIR NORMAN LEAR YOUR AMERICAN ROYALTY!

[@Ritapita73]

Norman Lear shows were my entire childhood. The world won't laugh the same again.

[@pamyuhnke8143]

A beautiful tribute! Thank you, Jimmy! ❤

[@aubrey1633]

The tribute was perfect. It reminded me of better times. Back when we could laugh and not take everything so seriously. Then reality hit. We are close to possibly having a dictator in charge.

[@rosemarienarcisse4756]

Thank you Norman Lear for making us laugh. Rest in peace🙏🏽👏🏽❤️

[@seantlewis376]

Nice personal tribute to Norman Lear. Growing up, I think all of his shows, often controversial, occupied our family television almost every night. His wit allowed him to broach controversy, and we all benefitted from the discussions spawned by his works.

[@beast4661]

Jimmy’s a classy guy. That was a touching tribute and so was his speach on health care. Seems like a genuinely good person.

[@giovanniperretta-lopes874]

your a class act jimmy......rip norman lear

[@joyrobin947]

Great show ! Lovely triibute to Norman Lear💜

[@RicoCosta317]

It was a wonderful tribute to Lear's visionary and groundbreaking impact on TV. It should also be noted he was a tireless activist who helped change the world for the better. A long life well lived.

[@williamsimonds5429]

Norman Lear had the BEST programing ever. I am 80 years old and grew up on the genius of his programs. Rest In Peace Sir

[@cheknfaks]

My condolences go out to the families and any friends who were close to him and much gratitude to you Jimmy for making the announcement.. to do that is a true great friend. RIP Norman Lear

[@edwardroche2480]

Norman Lear left something behind that will last as long as there is a TV set on Earth. He can be proud, and we should be grateful, thank you for making us laugh.

[@thedeejaeebee5babee]

Who else is reading the comments and crying? I'm so sad the world has lost such a genius, trailblazer, and gold-hearted man. He was a pioneer, and there's no doubt he faced incredible backlash, but he insisted on humor his way, with the subject matter he wanted, treated with humor, compassion, and humanity. Norman Lear's comedic accomplishments were his gifts to all of us, and they multiplied thousandfold. He touched so many hearts and made so many of us think, and feel, and laugh together, realizing me are more alike than unlike, and encouraging us to drop the facades of hatred and division, and accept each other as we are, coexisting in peace and joy. It may sound corny, but my heart aches and longs for the tolerance and universal understanding and humanity and good will toward one's fellow human that existed back then. It truly was a golden age, and I can't believe we've gone so far backward. It's like we've been shell-shocked for years. We need to turn it around, or it will be an insult to everything he gave us. And no, that absolutely cannot stand.

[@temporarystranger95]

All in the Family may be the greatest comedy in American history. Brilliantly written, acted, and produced. A time capsule of its time but also relevant for all time. RIP Mr. Lear. Great words honoring Mr. Lear.

[@sadiestoltzfus9798]

Agreed. All in the Family is a timeless classic. 👏👍.

[@massey4business]

Thank you for that tribute Jimmy. So many shows I've watched during my childhood that made me laugh, cry and feel upset. All in the name of entertainment. You were a genius, RIP Mr. Lear. You will be missed.

[@psylentknight]

That was a wonderful tribute, both in his own words and the text scroll. Thank you, Mr. Lear.

[@Browncathartic]

R.I.P. Norman Lear! He made audiences think while laughing! He made shows my parents love, shows that my generation loved, and came back after a short retirement to demonstrate how timeless his ideas were. He was an activist and hero as well as someone who changed television forever!

[@integral]

Such a sweet tribute to Norman Lear. He was an amazing man who gave the world so much.

[@dianacryer]

I just watched Sanford and Son and Good Times last night, and thought to myself how well those shows were written and how fun they are to watch even today. Rip Norman.

[@DaneBergstrom]

These Mike Lindell sketches are the best 😂

[@binkle76]

I think Norman Lear would approve of the sketch. It's presented with a strong satirical bite, but has empathy, goofy comedy, and honest talk. Well done, y'all. (Santos Clause killed me)

[@rjecsn]

Great job to Jimmy and his people. Thanks to all and Merry Christmas.

[@Iluthra]

Years ago, we were vacationing in So Cal, and had the chance to see a show live. We had the choices of a new Joe Namath sitcom, an unknown new show called Three's Company, and Maude. We chose a known, Maude. After the taping, Norman offered the audience a free meal at a local restaurant to anyone who went there. We had to get back to our hotel as it was late, so missed out in seeing if that was a real offer. What a treat if we had gone.

[@davidwemett200]

Superb tribute to Norman Lear, I was touched. Jimmy K. is a better entertainer than ever.