Pioneering ventriloquist-comedian Willie Tyler and his dummy Lester have appeared in numerous shows since the 1960s.

“Willie and Lester,” Sandler greets the duo.

“This means a lot to me.

Adam Sandler: Love You. (L to R} Adam Sandler, Willie Tyler at the Nocturne Theater in Glendale

Adam Sandler, Lester, and Willie Tyler.Jerry Hsu/Netflix

The crowd loves you.”

In 2006, Tyler performed with Lester on theLate Show with David LettermanandJimmy Kimmel Live!

Sandler makes a callback to Tyler near the end of the special.

AfterRob Schneiderperforms an Elvis impression, he heads into the audience and sits on a man’s lap.

“Hey, it’s Willie Tyler and Lester!”

Sandler cracks at the sight.

Adam Sandler: Love Youis now streaming on Netflix.