Can I finish one time? Its no won-der I sim-ply cant de-ny! Kristen Wiig: Wow, okay So that means youre the best person to ever be on the show? Would love your thoughts, please comment. Bill Hader: Youre right that group was an AMAZING emsemble! Hi, Karen. Dana Carvey: [ singing ] I did Ross Perot! Click here to watch. Its Carvey and Hartman at their absolute best, and a memory likely to be almost as enduring as Perots long-shot campaign. Carvey_dylan2.wav Dana Carvey as Bob Dylan. He loved it and was very nice about it, Carvey told Ashley Lee of the Los Angeles Times. Ross Perot, billionaire tycoon and 2-time presidential candidate, dies at 89. The Best of Dana Carvey. https://t.co/BJvkVjp6cL, Ricky Camilleri (@RickyCam) July 9, 2019, I once played Ross Perot under a ton of makeup for 2nd City in Chicago and as part of the Miami Herald Tropic Hunt. Theres me with Sigourney! Dana Carvey as Ross Perot in a ''Perot for President" skit on May 9, 1992. Jon Lovitz: [ he raises his arm triumphantly ] ACTING!! His Carson meets Arsenio skit was hilarious. Okay? I think we have a photo? https://t.co/HoH0TQJuc9. Click here to watch. Then theres two of me! He had a very good sense of humor about it.. Dana Carvey: [ thinking ] Does it? Powerful Ross Perot:Carvey made light of Perot's early exit from the 1992 election (he dropped out in July but would re-enter in October), but showing off how money is the real power. Dana Carvey as Bob Dylan. Andy Samberg: Wait a second, Dana! (@Srirachachau) July 9, 2019, ross perot is forever inextricably linked in my mind with @katrinaajohnson's impression of him on #allthat circa 1995 pic.twitter.com/K8i5kgutgw, Look if youre gonna get Dana Carvey trending cuz of Ross Perots death and his SNL impression, then you might as well get Katrina Johnson trending as well for her All That impression pic.twitter.com/YY6hLes38w, CATCH THE SHOW / UNDERGROUND MONSTER (@CatcherofShows) July 9, 2019, As an elder millennial my clearest memories of Ross Perot are actually of ****KATRINA JOHNSON**** impersonating him on All That. Click here to watch. And, if I may be so bold, out of that cast I was probably the best cast member. One of Carveys greatest Perot sketches aired on October 24th, 1992, two weeks after the 1992 vice-presidential debate. https://t.co/iQvwxk8F1G, Kathy Klotz-Guest, Speaker, #CMWorld, #Inbound (@kathyklotzguest) July 9, 2019, Dana Carveys Bush impression got more mileage but I always preferred his Ross Perot. The man was a Vietnam War hero who survived seven years as a prisoner of war, but he was new to politics and seemed a little confused at the debate. One of Carveys greatest Perot sketches aired on October 24th, 1992, two weeks after the 1992 vice-presidential debate. (12/7/92), Full video here: https://t.co/tczIw07GP5 pic.twitter.com/HiD8SBNwQE, One of the best memories about the 1992 election was the SNL presidential debate with Dana Carvey playing both Bush and Perot. Ive never been good at Math! Neither Johnson nor Carvey have yet commented on Perot's death, but would definitely break the Internet if they did a eulogy in full costume. I-I dont know. Anti-NAFTA Message: Perot was a major critic of NAFTA and introduces to everybody the first "victim" of the agreement. Dana Carvey: Thank you! Bush, but his Perot impression was equally loved, and frequently paired him up with Phil Hartman as Larry King. He began the night by wondering, Who am I? Tags: 1990, Larry King Live cold open, Dana Carvey cold open, Ross Perot Larry King, Third party candidates Larry King, Third party presidential candidates, Travis Kelce Gets Coached by Heidi Gardner for SNL, Travis Kelce Channels His Inner Indiana Jones, Weekend Update: Biden Meets with Zelenskyy in Ukraine, the Oscars' Crisis Team, Weekend Update: Harvey Weinstein and R. Kelly's Prison Sentences, NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Weekend Update ft. James Austin Johnson and Heidi Gardner, Weekend Update: Gina Bianchi on the Joys of Motherhood, Weekend Update: Bill Walton on LeBron James and the Lakers, Jack White: Taking Me Back/Fear of the Dawn (Live), Woody Harrelson Is Ready to Host Saturday Night Live, Woody Harrelson Takes a Trip Down SNL Memory Lane, Weekend Update: U.S. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Dana Carvey: Weve got a great show! [ in Regis Philbin voice ] Were outta CONTROL!! Presidential Debate between George Bush, Bill Clinton and Ross Perot. Goodbye! "Can I finish" has a whole new meaning. Together: [ singing ] We watched them all try to prove us wrong. His nasal speaking voice and quirky personality made him a perfect target for the comedian and even though the actor already played President George H.W. RT @GeorgeZippp: I'm picturing Dana Carvey as Ross Perot on SNL. I cant recall if they ever did a sketch where both Bush and Perot were together and what they did for that @mikeryan?https://t.co/B7RKm63GGm, Christopher Campbell (@thefilmcynic) July 9, 2019, Watch Dana Carveys Ross Perot character take Phil Hartmans Admiral Stockdale for a joyride on #SNL in 1992 https://t.co/JOfwVOnGO3 pic.twitter.com/2V4wqoVK8C, Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) July 9, 2019, https://twitter.com/AustinKellerman/status/1148598400318922754, CLIP: @danacarvey does his impression of Ross Perot at the White House. Terrific! Every sketch is great plus it would take too looooong! "As a kid of the 90s, when I see the name Ross Perot, I immediately think of Dana Carvey," one fan wrote on Twitter. as Perot than you're clearly not between 35-45. From 1986 to 1993, Dana Carvey dominated the stage at Saturday Night Live with dead-on impressions and some of the most popular characters in SNL history. Bush and there were 18 cast members that season, he was allowed to play him throughout the course of the 1992 campaign. Dana always played crazy characters from Church Lady, Ross Perot, George Bush, Garth Algar, Grumpy Old Man, the gross Massive Head-Wound Harry, John McLaughlin, to Johnny Carson and Charles . !) I chopped brocco-locco-liiii! Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen Dana Carvey! Dana Carvey: Wow! He was a colorful American character.. Rip, Ross Perot. He then drives away as fast as possible, but Stockdale is able to run as fast as the car and catch up. Some fans are arguing that Johnson's impression was actually BETTER than Carvey's, "Katrina Johnson's Ross Perot impression on All That was better than Dana Carvey's on SNL.". All Rights reserved. I did Ching Change but that's racist now. I've never been good at Math! There's just never been anything like it, before or since. All rights reserved. He began the night by wondering, Who am I? His Perot skit w/ the Vice Prez Admiral who was shell-shocked (Hartman) was great too. Jon Lovitz: [ he scoffs ] Speak for yourself, my little pixie! Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Saturday Night Live - The Best of Dana Carvey, DVD at the best online prices at eBay! Here are Carvey's most memorable moments as the tycoon-turned-presidential candidate. Larry King Live: Ross Perot interrupts Larry King's (Kevin Nealon) interview with Brian Wilson (Tim Robbins) to pull out, then consistently jump back into, the 1992 presidential race. This forced the show to use camera tricks and recorded segments anytime Perot and Bush appeared together during a live broadcast. Carvey is one of the all-time great impersonators in SNL history, and his take on Perot is one for the history books. July 9, 2019, 1:15 PM. One of Carvey's greatest Perot sketches aired on October 24th . He loved it and was very nice about it, Carvey said. "SNL" standout Dana Carvey captured Perot's rambling delivery and Texan twang in 10 sketches from 1992 to 1997. Um Its just undeniable! In third grade I begged my teacher to give me time at the end of class to do my Ross Perot impression (Jim Carreys impression on In Living Color). Take our word for it that every mo-ment hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiittt!, 86 to 93 wa-a-a-a-a-sss the be-e-e-e-e-e-est!!. His random-ass run shaped a decade of politics and was a zany cultural marker besides. This forced the show to use camera tricks and recorded segments anytime Perot and Bush appeared together during a live broadcast. The show has always had great people, and no cast is better than any other cast except for MY cast. Paul R. La Monica (@LaMonicaBuzz) July 9, 2019, If you can think of Ross Perot and not immediately hear Dana Carvey saying "Larry can I finish?" [ the audience cheers wildly ] Its great to be home at Saturday Night Live. [ he mimes smoking ] Goodbye, everybody! From Los Angeles, California! Thank you! Just fine. Ross Perot for President Cold Open:Dana Carvey made his debut as Perot in May 1992, letting you know just how much money he has. He was a colorful American character.. However, not all political figures felt the same when they got the SNL treatment. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. !") I chopped brocco-locco-liiii! I'm not worthy!" Carvey_perot_cracker.wav Dana Carvey: "Hold it there, cracker boy, I'm not finished." Carvey_perot_finish.wav Dana Carvey impersonating Ross Perot: "Can I finish?. He became a household name in the 90s, not just for his humanitarian and political endeavors, but for his parody sketches on "Saturday Night Live" and Nickelodeon's "All That.". Hans/Franz still cracks me up. That could be a new catchphrase! Fans are sharing clips of the funny man playing Perot, and reflecting on some of the best moments. I know, Ive changed. I did Garth and Hans It was a renaissance 86 to 93 was the be-e-e-e-e-est!. Still, others cited themselves, for Carvey and Johnson made Perot seem like someone anybody could impersonate. That work has earned him ten Emmys and fourteen nominations. On a Monday, people had never really heard of him; then on Tuesday, Lorne Michaels had a VHS tape of him and asked me to take a look and see if there was anything there., I thought, oh my God, this is amazing a fully formed comic character. He then drives away as fast as possible, but Stockdale is able to run as fast as the car and catch up. You know, Dana, youre so right your cast was awesome. Ask Donald Trump what he thinks of Alec Baldwins impersonation of him on Saturday Night Live and youll likely get a not-so-flattering response. Sorry but real 90s kids jump immediately to Katrina Johnson https://t.co/HlKO88vOIF, Old Chau Road Remix ? Perot Talks Dirty Tricks:Perot sidesteps questions about his claim of Republicans using "dirty tricks" against him. We want to hear it. overshadowed his previous success as an orator, and became instant fodder for late-night comedians like Saturday Night Live's Dana Carvey. Jon Lovitz: I wont sit back idly and watch our cast be SLANDERED by that RUFFIAN! Linkin Park is here! Yet, he was arguably the most viable 3rd party candidate weve seen. Click here to watch. Comedy Late Night Highlight Appearing: Mark McKinney Go to show page Tags: 1990, Larry King Live cold open, Dana. Copyright 2023 Penske Business Media, LLC. I voted in my 1st election in 92. This is my contribution to the discourse. Published Many thought Amanda Bynes played the little billionaire, but it was actually Johnson, and many fans are shook over the realization. Kristen Wiig: [ miffed ] Hi. Click here to watch. You know, uh after I left SNL in 1993, people would come up to me and say, Dana, the shows not as good without you! Or, Dana, I liked it better when you were there! You know? Playing Clinton, the late great Phil Hartman. Here he is greeting trick or treaters in Dallas. 86 to 93 was the best! Grumpy Old Man - Lose a limb George Bush - Just Do It Chopping Broccoli Song Neil Young Song Bob Dylan (Can I finish one time?! Tom Sizemore, star of 'Saving Private Ryan,' 'Heat,' dies at 61 after brain aneurysm, Josh Hartnett is done talking about his break from Hollywood but ready to make fun of actors: 'We're the worst', Michael B. Jordan admits muscle gain for 'Creed' has been harder as he's gotten older, Billy Bush suggests Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes start their own show after ABC exit: 'They've got something that works', How to watch every Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee. His McCartney was great too. In fact, he called me up once because he wanted me to be with him in Texas on election night! Two-time presidential candidate and billionaire tycoon Ross Perot, who died Tuesday at the age of 89 after a five-month battle with leukemia, was amused when comedian Dana Carvey poked fun at him on the long-running NBC show. Click here to watch. Tags: politics, Bush-Clinton-Perot Debate Cold Opening, Presidential Debate between George Bush, Bill Clinton and Ross Perot., Phil Hartman Bill Clinton, Dana Carvey George Bush, Dana Carvey Ross . 2019 TIME USA, LLC. I don't have any experience in gridlock government, where nobody takes responsibility for anything and everybody blames everybody else.". Anyone who watched "Saturday Night Live" in the 1990s would remember Perot mainly due to Dana Carvey's impression of the Texas billionaire-turned-White House hopeful. After becoming only the 2nd third-party candidate to fight his way into a presidential debate in 1992, Ross Perot earned his spot at the poduim with snappy remarks about Bill Clinton and George H.W. Of all the live comedy shows going on in New York right now, THIS is the best freakin audience right now! Ross Perot, who died at the age of 89 on Tuesday, is perhaps the most notable presidential candidate to run from a third-party, which he did in 1992 and 1996. SNL had the funniest take with the sketch Joyride with Perot, where the candidate takes Stockdale (played by Phil Hartman) on a car ride after the debate and lavishes him with praise before convincing him to leave the car to check out the scenery. Others couldnt help but find joy in Carveys Perot on the sad day. SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE DAILY NEWSLETTER, FIRST TAKE. 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M.J. Stephey. My first episode of this show was October 11th, 1986, with host Sigourney Weaver. Carvey played up Perot's short stature, Texas twang and robust ears in skewering the candidate's pro-business, pro-technology, pro-wealth approach to every problem. Larry King's Wedding Reception:Perot appears with his third different Larry King, this time being Norm MacDonald (who reallyloves "Gattaca."). Dana Carvey Comedians Saturday Night Live Celebrity Impersonations Funny Audio Clips Dana Carvey impersonations of Bob Dylan, George Bush, Neil Young, Ross Perot, Garth from Wayne and Garth, the Church Lady & The famous Chopping Broccoli Song ! I voted for Ross Perot, which says way less about my politics than it does about my affinity for graphs and Dana Carvey. No votes so far! Why am I here? He also had the moderator repeat a question because his hearing aid was off and nearly walked up to the wrong podium. . Why am I here? He also had the moderator repeat a question because his hearing aid was off and nearly walked up to the wrong podium. [ Andy runs off stage, as the audience goes nuts ], [ Lovitz enjoys his recognitions, as Carvey playfully wraps his arms around him and fondles his man-breasts ]. And, honestly, people always pick one cast in SNL history, and then theyll say THAT was the best cast. But, man, I looked young, didnt I? There goes my stand up career. Prob-ab-lyyyyy! 15 Feb 2023 02:44:27 Tags: politics, Bush-Clinton-Perot Debate Cold Opening, Presidential Debate between George Bush, Bill Clinton and Ross Perot., Phil Hartman Bill Clinton, Dana Carvey George Bush, Dana Carvey Ross Perot, Presidential Debate, Travis Kelce Gets Coached by Heidi Gardner for SNL, Travis Kelce Channels His Inner Indiana Jones, Weekend Update: Biden Meets with Zelenskyy in Ukraine, the Oscars' Crisis Team, Weekend Update: Harvey Weinstein and R. Kelly's Prison Sentences, NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Weekend Update ft. James Austin Johnson and Heidi Gardner, Weekend Update: Gina Bianchi on the Joys of Motherhood, Weekend Update: Bill Walton on LeBron James and the Lakers, Jack White: Taking Me Back/Fear of the Dawn (Live), Woody Harrelson Is Ready to Host Saturday Night Live, Woody Harrelson Takes a Trip Down SNL Memory Lane, Weekend Update: U.S. He just had a funny way of talking. What are YOU doing here! Kevin Nealon was great as Sam Donaldson. I-I don't know. The man was a Vietnam War hero who survived seven years as a prisoner of war, but he was new to politics and seemed a little confused at the debate. Bush since the Reagan years. In fact, he called me up once because he wanted me to be with him in Texas on election night. [ the audience cheers wildly ] Karen Wong, everybody! Now that I think about it I may have had one or two things that didnt play. Its kind of emotional, Ive got my two teenaged sons here tonight in the audience, and, uh [ the audience applauds ] I know where they are, because its the first time theyve seen me on Saturday Night Live, and Im sure, after the show, Im gonna be a normal comedian and all needy, like, Hey! By using the site, you consent to these cookies. Click here to watch. Anyone who watched "Saturday Night. We were the greatest players to ever grace this stage! BTW -- It's unclear what Katrina Johnson is up to these days, but she's grown up since the "All That" days. [ Lovitz holds up rabbit ears behind Carveys head ]. Not that Carvey was the only top-shelf Perot impersonator of the 90s. During the next election, his oft-repeated objection "Let me finish!" Click here to watch. 89-year-old Perot, who twice ran for president as an independent candidate, died after a five-month battle with leukemia. It wasnt a great night for Carveys running mate, Admiral James Stockdale. Ross Perot Re-Enters the Race:Perot gets back into the 1992 race by responding to negative feedback.