He was a wonderful American, a great painter, and probably one of the funniest men ever. I recall a skit he did about a ship and there was a block-and-tackle hanging up to the right of the stage just out of reach. Someone had messed up, because each time Red tried to grab it, he couldn’t. Finally, a hand came out and swung it to him. He started that giggle. So he swung it back up where it caught on the hook again. The hand came out again and swung it to him. So he got real close, hooked it a third time and when the hand grabbed it, somehow he grabbed the guy’s hand and pulled him onstage as the audience absolutely cracked up. I’m sure it was a union violation, but funny as heck.
As a boy I really enjoyed his show.
Though I was young when he was around, I’m glad I was old enough to appreciate & enjoy his talent. I loved his comedy. He was a GIANT of a comedian. Shall I say the “John Wayne” of comedy...and a humble patriot.
Never ever liked his humor, but he was true blue and a stand up guy.
Yes, we do need more like him, as in actually FUNNY!
One of my all-time favorite quotes — attributed to Red Skelton:
“Never mistake kindness for weakness.”
His ‘Pledge of Allegiance ‘ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPbIls0iOnI