I think he means that this was the first time something made him happy — as in, the passing of his father made it hard to find anything enjoyable or exciting.
The beginning of the clip is cut off, but re-listen. It’s sounds like Norm MacDonald was trying to help lift his spirits because he was in a dark place.
I noticed the remark, but did not get the reference, rather, I found it quite rude. Then again, I don't know much about the US comedy scene...
I think he means that this was the first time something made him happy — as in, the passing of his father made it hard to find anything enjoyable or exciting.
The beginning of the clip is cut off, but re-listen. It’s sounds like Norm MacDonald was trying to help lift his spirits because he was in a dark place.
At least, that’s how I interpreted it.
I think this is more about who his father was, rather than the u s comedy scene. Not all of us are born with nice parents.