Don Rickles

Served in: U.S. Navy
Rank: Seaman 1st Class
Best Known For: “The Merchant of Venom,” “King of Zing”
Est. Net Worth: $30 million

Comedian Don Rickles was known for his acidic, deprecating humor. The “King of Zing,” as he was known, served in the military after he graduated from high school. He enlisted in the Navy during WWII, where he was assigned to the motor torpedo boat USS Cyrene (APG-13). His rank was seaman, first class

Rickles served until 1946 when he was honorably discharged. After that, he went on to appear in various films and stand-up shows. His insult comedy made him famous, particularly when he would direct his insults at the audience. the Queens, NYC native died in 2017.