Thank you Tom Smothers, R.I.P.
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Paco Dennis
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I loved him!!! So much fun, and originality. I was shocked to hear. R.I.P.
Thanks for your service.
Thanks for your service.
"Tom Smothers, the countercultural comedy icon admired for the 1960s variety program he created and hosted with his younger brother, Dick, and for the tenacity he displayed in frequent clashes with CBS censors, has died. He was 86.
Smothers died Tuesday at his home in Santa Rosa, California, after a battle with cancer, his brother announced in a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter by the National Comedy Center.
“Tom was not only the loving older brother that everyone would want in their life, he was a one-of-a-kind creative partner,” Dick, 84, said. “I am forever grateful to have spent a lifetime together with him, on and off stage, for over 60 years." "
Tom Smothers, Comedian, Musician and Scourge of CBS Censors, Dies at 86
Smothers died Tuesday at his home in Santa Rosa, California, after a battle with cancer, his brother announced in a statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter by the National Comedy Center.
“Tom was not only the loving older brother that everyone would want in their life, he was a one-of-a-kind creative partner,” Dick, 84, said. “I am forever grateful to have spent a lifetime together with him, on and off stage, for over 60 years." "
Tom Smothers, Comedian, Musician and Scourge of CBS Censors, Dies at 86
Paladin1950
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I never got sick of them. Especially on PBS during the folk music concerts.
Rest in Peace Tom. Thanks to you and Dick, for all of the laughs over the years.
Rest in Peace Tom. Thanks to you and Dick, for all of the laughs over the years.
papa tiger
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The suttle screwup funny guy. Also, fun watching dueling guitar / Piano keyboard.
Dick says, "do you always do what the keyboard guy says Tommy."
Tommy says, "Well, I didn't jump the 2nd time."
Dick says, "do you always do what the keyboard guy says Tommy."
Tommy says, "Well, I didn't jump the 2nd time."
OldFeller
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Their father died in a Japanese POW camp in 1945.
It might explain why they were so critical of the Vietnam War.
Tom Played guitar on the recording of John Lennon's Give Peace A Chance.
It might explain why they were so critical of the Vietnam War.
Tom Played guitar on the recording of John Lennon's Give Peace A Chance.
DaveA
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He and his brother were among my favorites when it came to comedy.
papa tiger
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In the final it was 2 brothers that didn't kill each other, well sort a ! haha
Most likely it was, "Tommy you Killen me!" and "Dicky you Killen me!"
Most likely it was, "Tommy you Killen me!" and "Dicky you Killen me!"
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PeppermintPatty
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The Smothers Brothers? Omg! I forgot all about them. I loved those guys. R.I.P. Tommy.
These guys had funny GP comedy acts.
These guys had funny GP comedy acts.
OneEyedDiva
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I always thought Tom was so cute, looks and actions. May he R.I.P. I found this and it's too funny. Talk about saying "it's complicated" when it comes to relationships! 
OldFeller
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This came up today in my YouTube feed.
If you watch carefully, you'll see Tommy Smothers throughout the video and at one point, he's in bed alongside John and Yoko.
Give Peace A Chance
Lewkat
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Tom was a clever trailblazer and our family watched their show religiously. I was politically on the same page as Tom. May he RIP. 
Supernatural
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Smothers Brothers - Wikipedia
Watched them a bit in the 60s but then other programs came about and theirs got cancelled... RIP Tommy!
Their comedy in some ways was reminiscent of Abbott and Costello, with Tom playing the naive, slower-witted partner to brother Dick’s knowledgeable and worldly guide. Watching their political comedic barbs on their 60’s show felt wildly subversive at the time!
In reality, Tommy could do it all…as comedian, singer, dancer, and he had a surprising athleticism as well! His Yo-Yo man persona was a delight, reflecting his versatility wrapped in humor. Even when mute, he could be a great physical comedian…
In reality, Tommy could do it all…as comedian, singer, dancer, and he had a surprising athleticism as well! His Yo-Yo man persona was a delight, reflecting his versatility wrapped in humor. Even when mute, he could be a great physical comedian…
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In comedy teams, the straight man was always paid more than the clown. Abbott earned more money than little Lou. I call him little Lou as that is what Bud cried out loud after hearing Lou died. I was nine. I'll never forget how hard he cried "Little Lou, Little Lou,"