Still Foolin' 'Em

Where I've Been, Where I'm Going, and Where the Hell Are My Keys

By: Billy Crystal

Narrated by: Billy Crystal

Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins

Publisher's summary

Nominated for a 2014 Grammy in the Spoken Word category!

Hilarious and heartfelt observations on aging from one of America's favorite comedians, now that he's 65, and a look back at a remarkable career.

Billy Crystal is 65, and he's not happy about it. With his trademark wit and heart, he outlines the absurdities and challenges that come with growing old, from insomnia to memory loss to leaving dinners with half your meal on your shirt. In humorous chapters like "Buying the Plot" and "Nodding Off," Crystal not only catalogues his physical gripes, but offers a road map to his 77 million fellow baby boomers who are arriving at this milestone age with him. He also looks back at the most powerful and memorable moments of his long and storied life, from entertaining his relatives as a kid in Long Beach, Long Island, and his years doing stand-up in the Village, up through his legendary stint at Saturday Night Live, When Harry Met Sally, and his long run as host of the Academy Awards. Listeners get a front-row seat to his one-day career with the New York Yankees (he was the first player to ever "test positive for Maalox"), his love affair with Sophia Loren, and his enduring friendships with several of his idols, including Mickey Mantle and Muhammad Ali. He lends a light touch to more serious topics like religion ("the aging friends I know have turned to the Holy Trinity: Advil, bourbon, and Prozac"); grandparenting; and, of course, dentistry. As wise and poignant as they are funny, Crystal's reflections are an unforgettable look at an extraordinary life well lived.

Still Foolin' 'Em includes a portion recorded in front of a live studio audience.

©2013 Jennilind LLC (P)2013 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

“At 65, Billy Crystal is a master of comic timing, as he demonstrates during his narration of Still Foolin' ‘Em. A fine actor and nine-time Oscar host, Crystal knows exactly how to deliver his artful blend of touching memoir and rueful riffs on the indignities of aging. Several chapters were recorded before a live audience, giving him the opportunity to exchange banter and charm a crowd – as he no doubt will many listeners…In both modes, however, he proves himself accomplished, nuanced, and – best of all – very funny.” —AudioFile Magazine

"Filled with hilarious and heartfelt observations on aging, Still Foolin' 'Em, the Grammy-nominated memoir by one of America's favorite comedians, outlines the absurdities and challenges that come with growing older. This 2014 Audie Audiobook of the Year is read by Billy Crystal himself, with his trademark wit and heart." - PopSugar.com

“Billy Crystal's new memoir is everything you'd expect from this acclaimed actor, writer, producer, film director and world-class comedian. Though the book is a great read, this audio version, performed by Crystal himself, is even better. His timing is perfect, he laughs, ad-libs a little and even chokes up as he talks about how much his wife of 43 years means to him…But be careful! Listening while driving, treading on a treadmill or stirring up a stir-fry could be hazardous to life and limb – this is unredacted, laugh-out-loud humor, Billy Crystal at his bravura best.” —BookPage

Great !!!!!!!

Loved it . Wasn’t “juicy”, but still my favorite book by a celebrity ! By that I mean, there weren’t substance abuse issues, affairs, or otherwise anything scandalous. But it was hilarious and heartwarming at the same time.
Kept my full attention and I didn’t want it to end

Laughed so hard; cried even harder.

Billy Crystal gives an honest and inspiring look at life. He's a great story teller.

Really enjoyed book

Wish it had lasted longer. Enjoyed 700 Sundays when in Phoenix. Same flavor and tone.

Great Story, Great Performance

Love this book, though I probably shouldn't have been listening in the car. Billy had me in tears remembering my lost one's and laughing out loud. Made rush hour a little interesting. Thanks Billy, well done.

If you love Billy Crystal, you'll love this book

I grew up listening to Billy Crystal. He has long been one of my favorite comedians, and to this day, I can still recite almost his entire Mahvelous album by heart. His sentimental streak is a favorite of mine, because I absolutely share it. If you have always been a fan of his, you will really love this. He comes across exactly as you would expect – funny, decent, and just plain nice. I think there may be no famous person I'd rather meet.

Great listen!!

Would you listen to Still Foolin' 'Em again? Why?

if you are a billy crystal fan, you'll love this book. such a great listen.

Very entertaining

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Most definetly!

What did you like best about this story?

Very funny and a sweet inside story.

What about Billy Crystal’s performance did you like?

It wouldn't be the same if he hadn't personally told HIS story.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Any additional comments?

I smiled or laughed out loud throughout the entire book

Crystal is a Gem!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The close relationship between Billy and his wife Janet. Amazing to meet such a famous comedian not jaded or spoiled by the twinkle of Hollywood. Billy is a a real Mensch!

Any additional comments?

I saw Billy Crystal on Broadway in 700 Sundays--this book follows along the same timeline but with MUCH more thrown in. The variety of stand-up snippets along with his own readings of his life makes this a truly funny read--and clever as the man himself.

LOVED IT!

I always knew that Billy Crystal was funny ... but I neve realized what an amazing lie he's lead. It was a great way to wind down on commute home to after a long day at work.

Love it!

I’m now an even bigger fan of Billy Crystal. He seems like a pretty down to earth guy. I definitely laughed a lot. Good stuff!