The True Story of How Robert Klein Saved Rodney Dangerfield's Life

CLIP12/11/18

Robert Klein celebrates the 50th anniversary of his first appearance on The Tonight Show with a story about saving Rodney Dangerfield from drowning, and he receives a special gift from Jimmy to mark his 88 appearances on the show.

S6 E50 7 minTalk and Interview Late Night Highlight

Appearing:Jimmy Fallon

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Tags: The Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon, The True Story, robert klein, saved, Rodney Dangerfield, life, TSJF Interview

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