Saying Goodbye To Friends
The deaths of Andy Rooney's friends, William F. Buckley and W.C. Heinz, compel him to comment on how sad he feels, saying he's "not a good enough writer" to describe how much he'll miss them.
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Rooney's Eye For Fashion
Andy Rooney wonders about the effectiveness of ads in fashion magazines, sharing what he finds to be the "least attractive" of the lot.
Andy On The Presidency
Andy Rooney wonders "why in the world anyone would want to be president of the United States?"
Meaningless Headlines
Reading newspapers is part of Andy Rooney's daily routine, but often poorly written headlines disinterest or confuse him.
Andy On Top Dog Show
Andy Rooney says he's never met a bad dog at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. But he thinks differently about some of the handlers.
Rooney's Christmas Past
"60 Minutes" commentator Andy Rooney has decided he will not be doing a Christmas piece this year. Instead, he looks back at pieces he's done for the program during the holidays.
Rooney: New Depression?
Andy Rooney remembers what it was like growing up during the Great Depression. He was the rich kid on the block with a live-in maid.
Andy Rooney on Human Desires
Andy Rooney questions the human desires on why we buy more, eat more, and watch more television than we actually should.
Andy's Eyebrows 11/24/96
As much as Andy liked poking fun at others, he could never resist the chance to make fun of himself - especially when it came to his appearance. In this 1996 segment, Andy's distinctive eyebrows were the focus of attention, and he had plenty to say.
Memorial Day Memories 5/29/05
Some of Andy Rooney's most notable commentaries have been serious. A particular favorite here at "60 Minutes Overtime" is this 2005 Memorial Day piece. Andy, a World War II veteran himself, honors the memory of some of his childhood friends who died in the war.
Rooney on Coffee Cans 10/23/88
Andy Rooney could always do a lot with a little. Just give him a few boxes of detergent, some coupons, or in this case, a dozen or so cans of coffee and he could make television magic. So sit back, watch and enjoy this commentary from October of 1988.
Andy's First Commentary 7/2/78
On July 2, 1978, Andy Rooney presented his first essay as a regular contributor in a segment called "Three Minutes or so with Andy Rooney." His commentary was a summer replacement for "Point-Counterpoint" with James J. Kilpatrick and Shana Alexander.
"The Worst of Andy Rooney" 5/17/98
Somehow it seems appropriate that we include this Andy Rooney clip from a 1998 special broadcast marking the 30th anniversary of "60 Minutes." Given the chance to celebrate his achievements, America's favorite contrarian didn't pick his best pieces, but instead some of his worst.
Andy Rooney, Football Star? 9/27/87
Andy Rooney always dreamt of being a professional football player in the NFL. In 1987, he travelled to Giants Stadium and got to fulfill his dream. Sort of.
Rooney: Vice Presidents
Andy Rooney relates his thoughts on vice presidents, including what he thinks about this election year's picks.
Andy Examines The Calendar
Andy Rooney takes a look at his calendar and has some ideas on sprucing up certain months that may leave some of us feeling a little flat.
Mixed Nuts 12/28/97
Andy Rooney had some time on his hands one Saturday back in 1997 and decided to put it to "good use." What's "good use" to Andy? Figuring out just how mixed are mixed nuts. That's right. Andy opened several cans of mixed nuts and counted how many cashews, peanuts, almonds and pecans were in each.
The High Cost Of Everything
Andy Rooney takes a look the rising costs of many everyday and luxury product from a loaf of bread to a diamond ring.
60 Minutes Online, 10.12.08
The FBI wiseguy who fooled the Mafia; The unique technology that's made all the difference in Sadr City; A family business that's been around for 600 years; Andy Rooney on the high cost of everything.
Drink to your health
One study may suggest that a certain beverage, such as coffee, may be harmful to your health while another study may suggest that very same drink is actually beneficial. Andy Rooney weighs in on the debate.
Trying to Stay Healthy
Andy Rooney tries to compromise with the many contradictions between what doctors recommend and certain health studies may find.
Andy Rooney on Obama's Election 11/9/08
In his 92 years, Andy Rooney has witnessed quite a few of presidential elections... including the race between Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover back in 1932. Here he is, just 5 days after the 2008 election, reflecting on Barack Obama's historic win.
The Fine Print 3/12/89
All Andy Rooney had to do was pick up a newspaper and he could come up with a pretty good essay. In this 1989 classic, Andy dissects the fine print in newspaper advertisements.
The End Of An Era?
Andy Rooney's passion for newspapers began when he was just 12 years-old, as a paperboy in Albany, N.Y. But as we progress further into the 21st century, he worries they might soon become extinct.
Remembering Memorial Day
Andy Rooney notes that Memorial Day has become just another holiday for too many Americans, as this day should be a time to reflect on those who have died protecting our freedom.
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