In 1965 Russell became a co-host of ABC's "Les Crane Show". In 1970 he was a co-star on the ABC sitcom "Barefoot in the Park". From 1973 through 1976 he appeared regularly on "The Dean Martin Show" and "The Dean Martin Comedy World". Scattered appearances on television series followed, as well as occasional guest-host stints on "The Tonight Show" during the Johnny Carson era. Russell also appeared frequently in Las Vegas, including a series of appearances with Sergio Franchi at the Frontier Hotel in 1978 and 1979, and with Franchi in 1979 at the Sands Hotel Copa Room. He performed at Kutsher's Country Club in Monticello, NY on January 1, 1977.