So glad this is preserved here. It’s 2024 and I enjoyed watching this all over again. Thank you!

@rjaysrjjjs4151

2 ай бұрын

Oh Yes ... Me Too !!!

@anthonygordon9483

Ай бұрын

It's preserve on the lettermen channel. They just choose not to show the whole show for some reason

@XKloosyvv

10 күн бұрын

So many wasted VHS tapes...

@DanK123

7 күн бұрын

I'm laughing out loud at so much. God I miss this comedy.

Still feels so fresh after so many years. David was the best in his trade.

Rewatching this today because I miss when television was fun and had quality entertainment

@PlanetEarth3141

Ай бұрын

Which show were you watching? 😊

@joegabnagana3496

Ай бұрын

what a weird claim

@OlinKreutzRules

Ай бұрын

What’s so weird about that? Like you’re never going to look back at a specific time in your life(if you haven’t already)and immediately have some of your best memories? Sure, there’s a ton of quality entertainment now but at the same time, there’s also some of the worst entertainment as well. Nothing “weird” about that!

@BeaverThomas

Ай бұрын

Just did a Way Back Myself!!

Very poetic that Bill Murray gets the final "Top Ten" line, given that he was Letterman's first guest on his first show.

@jahredkmn

3 жыл бұрын

CFC123 oh fuck Off you Twot.

That montage at the end, with Foo Fighters playing in the background, is my favorite closing to any show ever...just stunning.

@rockerseven

Жыл бұрын

Definitely. I love rewatching, and just going "I remember that! Oh I remember that! Hey I remember that!"

@robertsprouse9282

Жыл бұрын

I want that at my funeral..

@cainster

10 ай бұрын

The woman who put it together won an Emmy for doing it.

@ruthmarland835

5 ай бұрын

Didn’t Barbara Gaines put that montage together?

@frankcheers7529

4 ай бұрын

That was pure class.

David Letterman. We STILL miss you!

@BAYBAY_316

4 сағат бұрын

He still does stuff. Atleast he's still out there. I loved his Netflix shows

After I watched this last year, I understood why my dad was so empty when he watched Carson's final show.

@youtubellc2211

6 жыл бұрын

the last video package they made a great job at conveying the real emotion that most felt, a legend that went on and on and on while others left he stayed he'd been through different presidents different decades different states of the world the 1 constant of Tv was 'Letterman' and the video conveys that very well I feel.

@jackrobinson8328

6 жыл бұрын

Patrick H : Carson yes, letterboy, who gives a flyin.

I just turned 40.. I remember watching Carson retire with my grandpa in the 80s, I'm watching this now, and it brings back a childhood feel from the 90s.. thanks Dave

Just watched this for the first time this afternoon (March 2024). 🤩

Still hard to accept there is no Late Show with David Letterman

@luisrodriguez1450

8 жыл бұрын

David Letterman is an American legend. His kind of comedy stands out among the rest. So sad that good things come to an end. God bless you, Dave!

@dineshchh

8 жыл бұрын

+Jimmy Page you had to say it. World is full of people like you.

@jimmypage1969

8 жыл бұрын

dineshchh Get over it

@suyogchaukar5334

8 жыл бұрын

+Jimmy Page neither can't I believe that you managed to live so long with your dumb head..

@jimmypage1969

8 жыл бұрын

+Suyog Chaukar you two have obviously got your sense of humor from letterman over the years lol it shows in your insults. weak...

"What am I gonna do now that I'm retired?" We found out -- he's going to grow one of the most epic beards in history.

You know what is sad, I am sure Robin Williams would have loved to be in the last Top 10 list. Miss you Robin, always!!!!!!

Letterman got me through three marriages, and the passing of all my family, wtf do I do now, lol, sad but true. Yeah he taught me to laugh through the hard times, as well as the good. Thank you David.

@ObamaFromKenya

5 ай бұрын

@icovarook5936 are you still married 🤔

@dropforgedrats2448

5 ай бұрын

No not any more, dont think I could take another@@ObamaFromKenya

40:25 - "We've done over 6,000 shows ..... I was here for most of them" LOVED THAT.

@winkmurder

2 ай бұрын

I get the joke of course, but taken literally he also in fact wasn't for a few of them. During his surgery for example, there were a number of guest hosts.

Watchin this in 2024 :) David is a legend.

The one & only David Letterman. What a ride, what laughs, what memories. Enjoy retirement Late Night King...

I absolutely loved this show... Watched it every night while Dave was there... One regret never had the chance to go and watched it live... All the best to Dave and his family.

@daveidmarx8296

Жыл бұрын

Got to see it twice over the final year it was on the air. The day the final episode was taped, I (and many others) hung out by the stage door to see who'd come out. The only one I still remember clear as day was a beaming Taylor Hawkins (man that guy had a smile that could light up Times Square) who waved to the crowd before getting in his car and driving off.

"Save a little for my funeral,alright?" Classic Dave,we love you!!

This guy was absolutely hysterical and had one of the most unique shows - - I remember partying with friends in the early 90s and watching him - he will be missed and is one of the great pioneers of unique comedy

I was in the live audience for one show during my only trip to New York City. It was a great experience.

@ynotw57

29 күн бұрын

There was nothing like being in the Ed Sullivan Theater to see Dave do his thing with such precision that it effortlessly looked like controlled chaos.

He was a part of my life in 1999 when studying engineering and failed. Was a kind of light at that time.

@tnekkc

7 жыл бұрын

All my scandinavian relatives have engineering degrees and patents. Get back to work and stop watching crappy tv like Letterman. Watch youtube on physics lectures.

@dagameplayer

7 жыл бұрын

even engineers deserve to have some entertainment in their lives. Letterman did just that for billions.

@gitbint

7 жыл бұрын

dagameplayer "billions"? More like trillions. I mean shiiiiit, if you want to use hyperbole.....

@shanaslam9910

6 жыл бұрын

Did you get your engineering degree?

@ObamaFromKenya

5 ай бұрын

@@shanaslam9910I’m wondering that too

Thanks, Dave, for 30 years of comedic relief. It's been two years, but I still have no late night to watch.

Home to the best late TV rock performances ever. Have a good one, Dave!

I'm from Germany and there's virtually no American I respect more than David Letterman.

Holy shit this is really heavy. All those things, Madonna in 94, Sean Penn and Jim Carrey, 9/11 speech, getting all strange with Julia Roberts. Amanda Seyfreid, Joaquin Phoenix, Dennis Hopper, Sharon Stone shows, Paul and Slash, and everything I haven't seen yet or can't remember right away, all the fun and all the fucking joy and perfectly spicy and intelligent hosting, all these nights I just used to get back in time and let this show make my life happier. It has been a fucking lifetime now.Thank you Dave P.S. I'm not from the USA, not even close. You realise the IMPACT?

@Krygeryo

8 жыл бұрын

+Ryan W I'm from Denmark and I used to watch Dave with my dad as often as we could. We both miss Dave tremendously!

@guillermocabral7092

6 жыл бұрын

Same here and I’m from Bolivia!

@paeonia

6 жыл бұрын

I concur. While I am from the US I've lived mostly away since childhood. Letterman was not carried and I rid myself of a tv in '03. I remain grateful I was able to follow his program consistently online. He covered authors, musicians, and political figures and I stayed current. I enjoy his humanity, his brand of humor, his flaws and ability to admit mistakes and overcome. I miss both him and Ferguson.

@Eaglearm95

Жыл бұрын

Dave is everything to so many people.

@Eaglearm95

Жыл бұрын

You fucking right❤. Dave.

I can still remember Foo Fighters at the end. Such an iconic moment in TV history! The golden era of late night tv is over with the departure of Conan as well. Seeing this multiple times and watching it again in 2024, it feels more bittersweet as it feels like the end of my own childhood as well. I’m sure i’m not the only one who feels this way! Long live Letterman!🎉❤

ill never forget that night. it was 10th grade & I turned on Conan like I did every night only to find Conan begging the viewer to turn off his show and go to letterman. the next day was a very emotional day for anyone who grew up in the 80s 90s, I recall my gym teacher the next day with tears in his eyes saying how he can't believe that hell be going to bed that night without letterman. 💔💔

Watched Dave since Day 1. I don't watch late night tv anymore. I miss you more than words can say Dave. Thanks for having class, your humor, for loving Johnny, for staying humble, for all the laughs, the skits, the musical guests-- thanks for everything. Decades full of great memories. I love you. A fan from Indiana-

It was so touching that so many great comedians and celebs came together to give Dave this sendoff. He was one of few hugely successful TV hosts/personalities that everyone genuinely liked.

David Letterman is such a kind human being, he reminds me of my dad. Could not help but tear up knowing he is done with Late show, I have been watching it since I was a little kid! Dave you're a good man! I wish him and his family good health and a continued great life!

@snakeplissken9540

2 жыл бұрын

Kind if you side with him politically. He's a typical progressive liberal commie Democrat where you are ok unless you oppose his ideas.

The show was chalk full of some amazing guests, musicians, comedy...just great moments of entertainment. Watched it religiously from the very beginning. Greatly missed these days - along with Johnny Carson. That montage at the end was mind-blowing - incredible editting. Cheers Dave...thanks for the 6000+ episodes over the years.

@BroMark1611

4 ай бұрын

*chock full o' nuts coffee?

@MistressNilah

Ай бұрын

Chock

@SilentKnight43

Ай бұрын

@@MistressNilah I stand corrected.

Legend says the audience's still clapping

@roberthughes513

5 жыл бұрын

Why?

Do you have any idea how freakin' legendary you have to be to have all of those guys open up for you?

@jaywalkersunite

Жыл бұрын

Four US presidents in a cold open. What a boss.

@flightofthebumblebee9529

Жыл бұрын

Dave was the genuine article. He was loved by politicians, celebs, actors, musicians, comedians, fellow talkshow hosts, fellow staff, friends, family, everyone.

Miss Dave & his shows. Watching this is a great experience for all his hard work in television & enjoy seeing him on late night tv shows as a guest. My favorite was with Norm MacDonald 💙💙!

What an incredible farewell show...still hurts to watch it over a year and a half later. Dave is and always will be The King of Late Night!

@fuggedaboudit223

Жыл бұрын

You mean Johnny Carson dont you? Dave would agree with me. Watch the episode where the retired johhny appears to a surprised dave letterman

@fasteddie9529

Жыл бұрын

@@fuggedaboudit223 I loved Johnny but Dave is my guy - watched him for over 33 years.

@panini79

Жыл бұрын

Miss him every night

@Natedogg406

10 ай бұрын

Never got to watch Johnny Carson so Dave will always be my favorite but I even think Dave will say Johnny Carson is #1

@sherrysavka7735

9 ай бұрын

Still hurts after all these years

How was Dave not bawling all the way thru this? What a legacy! What a legend.

@fasteddie9529

9 ай бұрын

Not his style. I remember Dave saying, "If I cry...something has gone terribly wrong."

@mrsmacca126

5 ай бұрын

He has no ❤

@jaysasso4392

2 ай бұрын

He was watery at 45:

Im 23 and I’ll be honest I never watched much of late night tv, let alone letterman, this was probably the first time I ever watched a full episode of letterman and this whole thing made me emotional. So many iconic memories made, such an iconic figure in American tv culture. It makes me sad that as young as I am I feel like I missed out on all of the memories and how much of staple this show actually was

@swift_aus

Жыл бұрын

I'm 35 and was lucky enough to spend many a night watching Letterman, still miss his show to this day.

@flightofthebumblebee9529

Жыл бұрын

I was obsessed with Late Show with David Letterman back in the 90s. I was only in middle school/highschool but it meant the world to me. Dave will always be the best.

Letterman was a fucking legend I don't care what anyone says.

@ofthepeaceful

7 жыл бұрын

daud rage Wait a minute, what do you mean "what anyone says"? I'm pretty sure everyone agrees the man is a legend lol

@iiiiii3023

6 жыл бұрын

Dude, let's be real. EVERYONE knows he's a legend

@MooWorldOrder

6 жыл бұрын

Nobody's blaming Conan.

@jorssu13

6 жыл бұрын

The only one who would be dumb enough to say anything against that is Jay Leno :D

@AMkoreann

6 жыл бұрын

Undisputed goat

So underrated his role in live music support over the years 🙏👍🕺

I am 44 yrs old. I remember watching my first Letterman show when I was 16. Late Night with David Letterman. I was hooked. Thank you Dave. So much fun and joy thru the years. Noone like Letterman. My favorite late night talk show host.

@williamfroh6137

6 жыл бұрын

alfredo older I'm in the same boat as you guess in retrospect that's partially why my grades sucked staying up too late

I’m 43 yrs old. Binge-watching Dave clips like it’s my job. Appreciating every word, look, action, reaction of Dave’s on a whole new level at this time in my life & every clip & episode brings so much joy to my life. ❤National Treasure, period. BETTER THAN GOLD. Edit: Appreciating all that Paul, the band & all of the skits with all of the other hilarious, sweet staff members brought to the show every show. ❤ Whole operation=JOY!

@tnwhitley

4 ай бұрын

I loved his original show too.

@lindyfrank5342

2 ай бұрын

That show doesn't have a prayer

@lindyfrank5342

2 ай бұрын

I loved Biff Henderson

Very impressive closing show. 👍May God bless you, and your family, too, David. 💖

There will never, ever, EVER be anyone as consistently brilliant.

I honestly never knew how much I would miss Letterman until it was all over. It's not the same exactly, but in a way it hits me in the same that it did when I was a kid and Mr. Rodgers retired.

i recall that year 1983,, when Dave first came out on Late Nite show..! Gosh,,,, it's been more than 30 yrs.. That college yrs... and all that top 10 lists we giggled at.. crosses mind w/ lots of memories.

Holy shit the kids flashback was hilarious. I miss you Letterman!

@Krygeryo

8 жыл бұрын

Brian Connelly Is there a reference here I'm not getting?

@Krygeryo

8 жыл бұрын

Brian Connelly Oh right haha. I haven't seen this in a while :)

@maridepp53

2 ай бұрын

I’m watching this in 2024 and laughing as hard as I did when it first aired. Omg the sketch with the kids and the Taco Bell one are my favorites 😂😂😂😂 Thank you Dave!

his smile when he thanks his family.....

Harry is a sweet boy! I just loved that he was so proud and happy to see his dad introducing best friend in the last show. It was gesture of kindness to his buddy that will last forever.

Just got to watch this show and how I wish I would've known the show before it ended. I got very interested and it sure did get me tearing up when seeing the crowd cheering and seeing the montage and old videos. Thank you for the entertainment Mr. Letterman

I ❤️ Dave Letterman!!! Miss his late night show!!

He was such a class act. I grew up watching him with my folks... Such a clever mind. It was sweet that he personally thanked his team on the show.

The 1990s were so great that our biggest debate was “Leno or Letterman.” Perfect song to close out this show and that chapter of American history.

I miss David Letterman's show so much!!!

What a gloriously profound finale to an illustrious career. And what an honor to be asked by such a one as David Letterman to perform this song, here and now, is the new capstone of their lives. Congratulations to the two Daves.

I miss so much getting off work at 11pm & going home & showering & grabbing a cold beer 🍺 with a few snacks & some munchies & turn on some “Late Night With David Letterman” 👍……. Now there is nothing on for late night that interests me 😑

Thumbs up if you like gettin' wasted and watchin' comedy.

@D3D2Futbol

6 жыл бұрын

high*

I noticed they had Warren Zevon's still up for a few extra seconds during the montage. Good job on whomever produced it. It was nice to see some extra recognition for an musical artist that had a special place on Dave's show.

While watching this, for some reason it crossed my mind to check and see if Dave's mom was still with us. Her appearances on the show were always very enjoyable. She came across as a very warm, genuine, good person. Sadly, she left us earlier this year, aged 95. That's the kind of innings in cricket that'll earn a warm ovation, sometimes even standing, as you make your way to the pavilion.

Tear JERKER😢😢...OH YES THE DAYS OF FUNNY PEOPLE AND FABULOUS SHOWS WITH NO NEGATIVES....YA, REALLY. LOVE DAVES AND CARSON'S SHOW FOR MANY MOONS...THE GOLDEN SHOWS🤗✌️🙏🪄☮️🫂🤸🏻🎆🧡🧡❤️☯️💞💞

I'm from Malaysia, it's been a long time that our country don't allow the the show, I only found out that he is retire. He brought me a lot of laughs , thank you Dave and enjoy your life!

I watched the show from the beginning on NBC and always loved it. This was a great finale.

I can honestly say that we really miss Dave. Have watched the new show with Stephen, and it is just not the same as when Dave was doing it. Hope we see Dave again soon on something

@blueberrypie77

7 жыл бұрын

Stephen's good, but replacing a legend is a hard trick. Letterman and Leno combined never satisfied the Carson people.

@Despond

7 жыл бұрын

Conan is in a different stratosphere to the current, the only person I watch.

@lunney007

7 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately here is Perth Australia, we do not get Conan. We used to, but I have not seen it for at least 2 years. I liked Dave and all Craig as both of them were on here. We only get Jimmy Fallon if you do not have Foxtel. I also get to see Jimmy Kimmel, but that is all unfortunately. Would be nice to have Conan on again.

@brandonmerced5493

6 жыл бұрын

Paul Lunn colbert is trash, hes not a comedian, they need an actual comedian to do that show

As much as David would like to think his show had no viewers, it did. Though he has a dry sense of humor he is genuine and real to the core. So with that said, you do not stay on the air 33 years if you suck and Late Night will not be the same without him. Congrats on your retirement Dave you deserve it! Thanks for always being there when I turned on the TV when there was nothing else to watch at that moment.

@WrangleMcDangle

Жыл бұрын

in my opinion he was simply the greatest television personality of all time.

@TheNightAirwaves

5 ай бұрын

In the 90s while in High School I'd stay awake and watch Johnny Carson and then David Letterman. Best night time shows ever.

Julia's top ten moment was obviously made 200% funnier by the fact that Jerry Seinfeld was onstage when she said it.

@shalakabooyaka1480

4 ай бұрын

I loved his "REALLY?!?!"

Late Show isn't Late Show without Dave and Alan Kalter and Paul Shaffer and the-C-B-S-Orchestra. I especially liked Dave and Paul's bantering

There will never be another like Letterman...thanks for the years of entertainment!

He's so adorable, how he gets embarrassed and shy and overwhelmed at the deafening applause, lol

The end of an era... thank you Dave. You are unmatched, nobody can come close to the show you did. It truly was an era.

I watched this episode live, re-watched in on the CBS website the next day, and am watching it again now. But by god if I don't well up a little every time I see it. The end of an era, the loss of a legend. He is one of the most important people to ever be on television. When Stewart left, I was crushed. Same with Colbert, Ferguson, etc. But there is no one that did it like Dave and he meant a lot to me even though I never met the guy, never will, and will probably never see him on TV again. Norm is my favorite comedian, and his goodbye to Letterman is exactly how I felt. Dave gave so much to us throughout an amazing career. Anyway, enough with the sap.

@lopan9748

7 жыл бұрын

TheOnlyRealJohn I agree with everything. You hit the nail on the head. Norm is also my favorite comedian. Have you seen his video podcast? In my opinion. its the funniest thing on the screen since the early Late Show days.And, he just recorded an episode interviewing Letterman. It hasn't aired yet, but its coming up. But if you haven't seen it, there are two full seasons (youtube it). Greatest show ever. And its hard to explain to younger people just how important and influential Dave's show was. Letterman actually changed the way people interact in society. There is no one in entertainment more important. I love Conan, but Letterman will always be the king!

@nickhsu192

6 жыл бұрын

Dav is back on Netflix now!!

@vintageroze5557

5 жыл бұрын

TheOnlyRealJohn You write well. I read a lot on the internet, and I’m consistently shocked by the dreadful writing abilities of the average American, so your writing stood out. I hope you’re using that skill. :)

Great show. Good thing we've got KZread.

Sad but powerful emotional ending. Foo Fighters are beyond amazing and to cancel their tour to do this is also a tribute to their greatness. I only wish Dave had mentioned the name of each of the Foo Fighters in thanking them. Love them and their music so much. Dave was the Johnny Carson for the next generations.

@roxydzey

8 ай бұрын

well they canceled the tour long time ago when dave went through heart surgery. i dont think they canceled to do the bit on this last episode.

I couldn’t help but sheddin some tears as he started his final acknowledgements. I grew up watching him, and he will always remind me of my father, trying to show some interest on him (we’re brazilians), just for the sake of spending some time with me. I always had fun. Its gotta be rewarding to have brought so much joy to so many. Thanks, Dave.

He will be truly missed!

@ODER66MIKE

7 жыл бұрын

Priscilla Ruiz youre smoking hot i know its irrelevant

Man's whole entire career is just one experiment in comedy after the next, and I think it's safe to say they were successful. If we have comedic television today that hits and slaps it's because of this man and his team & crew. God's bless ya Dave!!!!

The upholstery farm thing kills me every time.

...And THAT is how you end a show on a high note.

OMG I can't believe it took me this long to see Dave's finale show! The best! Anybody that was (is) anybody was on his show. A lot of great moments choked me up.

So nostalgic.... I fee so Lucky to have this show as a part of my life..... There will never be anything this good again! If everything could ever be this real forever If anything could ever be this good again The only thing I'll ever ask of you You've got to promise not to stop when I say when

you know, i remember DOGGING on Mr. Letterman during the final years. it was tired. old. the material was weak. but now... looking back at over 30 years... he's actually my favorite on-air personality. you just don't know what you got till it's gone, man. he's SO missed. and SO loved. i just wanted to share that with all y'all.

You will be missed david..from Malaysia

David L was a stable in my life since I was 7-8 years old. 39 in a week. feel like my dog died.

Miss him so much, I grew up with him, since freshman in college ❤

So many happy moments this man gave us.

Thanks Dave, I grew up watching you,,,,,,u r a true legacy!

Thanks again Dave. I miss you terribly and immensely.

Thanks for posting this classic.

I miss him. I haven’t watched late night talk really since he left. He was always my favorite when I was a kid in the 2000’s and I would always watch him on Friday night to get my weekend started. Just not the same without him.

Dave saw Jim Carrey's beard and thought "hey, that's a good idea"

This is must watch TV

It's 2024, and this last show brought me so many memories. I grew up watching Letterman, and I can't believe it's been eight years since he retired. I miss him so much. But at least we have David on his show called "My next guest, doesn't need introduction." Dave captured the American spirit. Funny, sarcastic, satirical, poignant, and so much more.

The opening applause was amazing and touching.

Never watched an episode of Letterman in my life, but the finality of all this still gives me chills. Making a career in COMEDY, that long, and that fulfilling is admirable at least and awe-inspiring at best.

Thank you... and goodnight.

For years, one of Letterman's best guest was Teri Garr. Hoping she was acknowledged somewhere in that final montage.

It's weird getting old. When this show first followed Carson, it was 1982. I was 12 and would sneak downstairs and watch it with the volume low until I could see the lights go out from my parents' bedroom. Letterman was like the Beatles of late night shows. He was so different and totally entertaining. Like taking Zsa Zsa Gabor on a date in a giant convertible Cadillac, just driving all over town hitting every fast food joint. Then parking, scarfing down twenty bags of food and just talking about the food, "oh you gotta try the chicken gravy on the taco delux..can I get a swig of your shake? Which one's that, the pineapple? Take a swig of the pineapple, then a bite of that bacon popper..."

I watched him growing up as my my parents grew up watching Carson. It was really sad to see ferguson passed over and he left. I always stayed up to watch his odd ball funny comedy.

That was a perfect way to end an era. Just perfect ❤

It was always my dream to go to the David Letterman show live. I never watch TV but this was one program I always had time for. A true entertainment icon. I don't believe anyone does it effortlessly like Dave does.

@HardPen-jj5nl

3 ай бұрын

Never ever except sometimes.

He is so talented. He doesn't need direction.❤❤❤

Just watched his last show again that’s how you leave on top! Letterman will forever be in my Mount Rushmore 🏔️ TOP 4 late night hosts!! He will be a legend & we all appreciate his talent, comedy, humility, courage, honesty, integrity, sense of humor & love ❤️ for what he did for 30 years!! His interaction with kids always was hilarious 😂. Don’t forget the drive thru skits 😂🤣🤣! Comedy GOLD! I’ll miss the tonight’s show TOP 10!! 🫡 TO this LEGEND