Don Rickles

About The Author

Don Rickles (1926–2017) was a comedian and actor. Born in Queens, New York, he rose to fame in the 1960s with his sharp wit and fearless brand of humor. Rickles became a fixture on late-night television, a beloved guest of Johnny Carson and David Letterman, and a regular performer in Las Vegas. Beyond stand-up, he enjoyed a successful acting career, appearing in films such as Kelly’s Heroes and Casino, and voicing Mr. Potato Head in Pixar’s Toy Story franchise.

Books by Don Rickles

Rickles' Letters
By Don Rickles
With David Ritz
A laugh-out-loud collection of outrageously funny open letters from Don Rickles, the legendary master of insult comedy.
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Rickles' Book

A Memoir

By Don Rickles
With David Ritz
The intimate, hilarious, and wholly unexpected memoir of the legendary comedian Don Rickles, told with great humor, outrageous anecdotes, and unusual candor.
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