Late Night Hosts Bid Farewell To Letterman
Late night talk shows that are usually filled with jokes and humor took a more sentimental turn as hosts like Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Myers bid farewell to David Letterman.
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Late night talk shows that are usually filled with jokes and humor took a more sentimental turn as hosts like Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Myers bid farewell to David Letterman.
I never saw Letterman in person again. Scott Ferrall, on the other hand, became a frequent guest on the "Late Show." Here's how it all happened.
David Letterman was your taste-maker older brother who shared his favorite music nightly like a perfectly curated mixtape.
David Letterman has left people laughing for more than 30 years as a late-night talk show host. Now, he has just three shows left before he retires.
The retiring "Late Show" host is usually guarded and private, but he opened up recently to Jane Pauley in a surprising way.
Bob Dylan hasn't been on "Late Show" in 22 years.
This week, one mean girl needs to finish some community service and a late-night host is ready to say his final goodbye.
The final broadcasts will feature appearances by Tom Hanks, Bill Murray, Eddie Vedder and Letterman's historic final "Late Show" broadcast on May 20
Sandler's also pretty sure, with all this time on his hands, Letterman will be peeing in Jay Leno's coffee cup.
Tina Fey stunned David Letterman during her farewell appearance on the "Late Show" by shucking her "last dress ever."
If there's any worry that time has not been kind to Hootie and his Blowfish, leave your reservations at the door.
There's only a month left until summer gets here, which means it's time for season finales, summer songs, and the first signs of summer blockbusters.
As David Letterman approaches his final Late Show broadcast on May 20, we thought we'd put together a "Top Ten List" of facts you may not know about Late Night and the Late Show.
"David Letterman: A Life On Television," A CBS primetime special celebrating the talk show host's legendary career, to be broadcast Monday, May 4th.
David Letterman is packing his final 28 shows as a late-night host with a who's who of Hollywood names and favorites leading up to his May 20 swan song.
If you're looking for the best rock band of the moment, here you go.
"I have nine months to make a show, just like a baby. So first, I should find out how you make a baby," said Colbert.
Friday night marks the last holiday show for David Letterman. As fans know every year tradition is king with one particular song, Darlene Love singing "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)," taking center stage.
Host Stephen Colbert is signing off after nine years of playing a conservative talk show host.
Entertainment and pop culture had quite a few notable moments in 2014, and as the year winds down, some things require a second look.
"I'd like to play in the NFL," the Heisman-winning quarterback joked Monday. "Does New York have any professional teams?"
Al seemed thrilled by the idea of seeing the late night legend's last go-round as a gift, but when pressed did admit that he would prefer cash.
Letterman said earlier this year he was retiring after more than 30 years as a late-night host.
David Letterman will host his final broadcast of the "Late Show" on Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a bill into law Wednesday that gives the dairy product official distinction as the state snack.
Saturday's Yankees-Dodgers game has been rescheduled due to potentially severe thunderstorms in the forecast.
A tornado watch has been issued for most of New Jersey on Saturday as severe storms sweep through the Tri-State Area.
A severe weather threat is in effect from the Ohio Valley through the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
Max Muncy hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning on Gerrit Cole's 103rd and final pitch, lifting the Dodgers over the Yankees 2-1 on Friday night.
A toddler fell from a window at a Bronx apartment building Friday evening.
A tornado watch has been issued for most of New Jersey on Saturday as severe storms sweep through the Tri-State Area.
A toddler fell from a window at a Bronx apartment building Friday evening.
One death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on New York City's Upper East Side, health officials say.
Friday marked 30 years since TWA Flight 800 exploded in midair off of Long Island minutes after taking off from JFK Airport en route to Paris.
An 79-year-old woman died Friday after she was struck by a driver in Brooklyn.
A tornado watch has been issued for most of New Jersey on Saturday as severe storms sweep through the Tri-State Area.
While the air quality is improving, haze still lingers as New Yorkers brace for upcoming rain and possibly severe storms Saturday.
A tornado warning was issued in parts of New Jersey on Thursday evening.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for most of the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
The Tri-State Area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
A tornado watch has been issued for most of New Jersey on Saturday as severe storms sweep through the Tri-State Area.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plans to attend Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina, his office says.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
For the first time, a federal appeals court ruled the Garden State's weapons ban violates the Second Amendment.
Farmers in New Jersey say the cyclosporiasis outbreaks across the country are providing an opportunity to get to know your local farmer.
A memorial service was held on Long Island on Friday night for victims of TWA Flight 800, marking 30 years since the deadly crash. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
A large gun and drug bust in Nassau County led to six arrests.
Friday marks 30 years since TWA Flight 800 exploded in midair off of Long Island minutes after taking off from JFK Airport en route to Paris. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Friday marked 30 years since TWA Flight 800 exploded in midair off of Long Island minutes after taking off from JFK Airport en route to Paris.
A former cargo ship captain pleaded guilty on Wednesday to drugging and raping a U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet.
President Trump gave a primetime address on elections tonight, as he remains focused on the 2020 race.
The "Rental Ripoff" report was released Thursday morning, stemming from months of hearings where hundreds of tenants across the city stepped forward to air their grievances.
New York City officials confirmed Wednesday that outreach teams were midway through efforts to help the homeless at a sprawling West Side encampment before dismantling their living spaces.
Part of President Trump's speech Thursday night is expected to touch on previously unreported alleged Chinese meddling in U.S. elections, according to sources familiar with the matter.
The future of the New York City horse carriage industry was debated Wednesday at a City Council public hearing.
One death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on New York City's Upper East Side, health officials say.
Farmers in New Jersey say the cyclosporiasis outbreaks across the country are providing an opportunity to get to know your local farmer.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
A Queens man says he had trouble eating and drinking while suffering from cyclosporiasis.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium on Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
Saturday's Yankees-Dodgers game has been rescheduled due to potentially severe thunderstorms in the forecast.
Max Muncy hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning on Gerrit Cole's 103rd and final pitch, lifting the Dodgers over the Yankees 2-1 on Friday night.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plans to attend Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina, his office says.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice, Brett Baty also went deep and the New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in the first major league game following the All-Star break.
Etihad Park, the new home of NYCFC and Gotham FC, will open in summer 2027, the CEO of the Major League Soccer club announced.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
Services for the UnderServed's urban gardens and beehives provide therapeutic opportunities for New Yorkers with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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The NYPD is investigating a deadly shooting in Harlem. It happened early Saturday morning. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
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