While primarily a comic, Rickles was a trained dramatic actor. His notable film work includes: Kelly's Heroes (1970) as "Crapgame."
He voiced the iconic character Mr. Potato Head across multiple films. don rickles
Don Rickles (1926–2017) was a legendary American stand-up comedian and actor, widely celebrated as the for his pioneering "insult comedy". Despite his caustic stage persona, he was paradoxically nicknamed "Mr. Warmth" —a moniker given by Johnny Carson that reflected his true nature as a kind and sensitive person off-stage. Career & Legacy While primarily a comic, Rickles was a trained
Watch these classic performances and interviews that showcase the genius and heart of Don Rickles: The Comedian Who Feared No One YouTube · Renzy Don Rickles (1926–2017) was a legendary American stand-up
Rickles' big break came in Miami when he famously told Frank Sinatra, "Make yourself at home, Frank. Hit somebody". Sinatra’s laughter launched Rickles into a new level of fame, making him a regular in Las Vegas and on the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts .