The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: Michael Landon (1984)

The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: Michael Landon (1984)

From VHS Rewind! by Mark Jeacoma and Chris Hasler

December 31, 2025 · Episode 155

About this episode

The episode discusses the final Dean Martin Celebrity Roast featuring Michael Landon, highlighting its comedic moments and nostalgic value.

Kelly, Chris Hasler (From the VHS Rewind Podcast) and Mark discuss The 1984 Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: Michael Landon! In the final episode of the iconic Dean Martin Celebrity Roast series (aired December 7, 1984), beloved actor Michael Landon—star of Bonanza, Little House on the Prairie, and Highway to Heaven—returns for his second hilarious roasting. Hosted by the ever-suave Dean Martin, an all-star dais including Don Rickles (delivering razor-sharp zingers), Lorne Greene, Melissa Gilbert, Rich Little, Orson Welles, football legends Dick Butkus and Bubba Smith (who steal scenes with their surprisingly funny routine), Merlin Olsen, Brian Keith, and more unleashes good-natured jabs at the “Man of the Year.” While not quite matching the heights of Landon’s 1975 roast, this swan song packs plenty of laughs, heartfelt moments, and classic roast charm—essential viewing for fans of the series or vintage comedy. *From time to time we will release a video companion to each episode….go check it out here: https://rumble.com/c/c-6651957

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris Hasler, Mark Jeacoma

Guest: Kelly

Topics covered

  • comedy
  • celebrity roast
  • television history
  • Michael Landon
  • Dean Martin
  • vintage entertainment

Keywords

  • Dean Martin
  • Michael Landon
  • celebrity roast
  • comedy
  • 1984
  • vintage television
  • Don Rickles
  • Lorne Greene

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Bonanza, Little House on the Prairie, Highway to Heaven

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