The final week of The Late Show [David Letterman was on May 14]

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Historic for a few reasons. Deserves its own thread.

David Letterman, who launched the program in 1993 before handing the reins to Colbert in 2015, will be a guest on the Thursday, May 14 episode.

[TJ]

It would have been better to have him on the final May 21 episode.

Monday, May 11 *NEW*
The hosts of “Strike Force Five” – Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers & John Oliver
A special Broadway performance featuring Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt & Patrick Wilson

Tuesday, May 12 *NEW*
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Pedro Pascal

Wednesday, May 13 *NEW*
President Barack Obama takes “The Colbert Questionert”
Tom Hanks

Thursday, May 14 *NEW*
David Letterman
Performance by The Strokes

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My money is on Jon Stewart as final sit down guest.

If they go the full circle bit, it'll be George Clooney, who was the first official guest. But I'm going with Stewart.

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Expect the word weasels to make an appearance.

[TJ]

Lying weasels and goons are sure to be heard.



Out of his way!
(From "Late Show," air date: 5/4/11)

Stephen Colbert Really Has To Pee | David Letterman

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They’ve been spotted throwing stuff off the building

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[TMC]

Foo Fighters bookends their long association with The Late Show

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has posted a video of Foo Fighters performing a medley of “This Is a Call” and “Everlong” from their May 4 visit. Foo Fighters made their late-night TV debut in 1995 on David Letterman’s Late Show. They have performed “Everlong,” Letterman’s favorite song, three times for Dave, including to wrap up his final show in 2015.

[DJM77]

Originally Posted by TMC

Foo Fighters bookends their long association with The Late Show

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has posted a video of Foo Fighters performing a medley of “This Is a Call” and “Everlong” from their May 4 visit. Foo Fighters made their late-night TV debut in 1995 on David Letterman’s Late Show. They have performed “Everlong,” Letterman’s favorite song, three times for Dave, including to wrap up his final show in 2015.

Everlong didn't come out until 1997.

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In case you missed it. But why would you have missed it?

It got posted in 3 parts.


In order….


https://youtu.be/Xzd1XffhWac?si=SRSU1vjTXXZ_sdFY


https://youtu.be/Mkv-bFvQ3Ow?si=5bAcc3YnPzl-JAw8


https://youtu.be/eBKWKu2Rqxc?si=By-WRyY4NEtQcK3A

[TJ]

Originally Posted by opus

Expect the word weasels to make an appearance.

No weasels or goons. We did get some wanton destruction of CBS property.

Originally Posted by DJM77

Everlong didn't come out until 1997.

I don't think it says that. They performed "This Is a Call" on August 14, 1995.

The Foos make their network television debut with Dave.
(From "Late Show," air date: 8/14/95)

Foo Fighters' Network TV Debut: "This Is A Call" | Letterman



Foo Fighters performed “Everlong” on Late Show with David Letterman on these known occasions:

October 8, 1997 — first performance of “Everlong” on the show.
February 21, 2000 — Letterman’s first show back after heart surgery (taped February 18, 2000).
April 12, 2011 — performed as a special birthday performance for Letterman after the broadcast taping; also included in the band’s “Live on Letterman” web concert.
May 20, 2015 — the final episode of Letterman’s show, closing the series with “Everlong.”

https://chatgpt.com/share/6a074c94-a...c-225ef1ad472c

Foo Fighters "Everlong" Collection on Letterman, 1997-2015



Foo Fighters - Everlong (Live on Letterman)



Foo Fighters accompany an incredible highlight reel of Dave’s best moments from over 30 years of late night television.
(From “Late Show,” air date: 5/20/15)

Foo Fighters Perform “Everlong” For Dave’s Final Show | Letterman

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Originally Posted by TJ

No weasels or goons. We did get some wanton destruction of CBS property.

We did get a motherbleeper. But we were only quoting Ed Murrow.

[TJ]

Originally Posted by opus

My money is on Jon Stewart as final sit down guest.

If they go the full circle bit, it'll be George Clooney, who was the first official guest. But I'm going with Stewart.

Jon Stewart will be on Tuesday.

Monday, May 18 *NEW*
The Worst of THE LATE SHOW with STEPHEN COLBERT (Not a clip show!)

Tuesday, May 19 *NEW*
Jon Stewart
Steven Spielberg
Special performance by David Byrne and Stephen Colbert

Wednesday, May 20 *NEW*
Stephen Colbert takes “The Colbert Questionert,” featuring special guests
Performance by Bruce Springsteen

Thursday, May 21 *NEW*
THE LATE SHOW with STEPHEN COLBERT series finale

[TMC]

Stephen Colbert’s Late Show earnestness and intellectualism will be missed

Stephen Colbert’s run on The Late Show successfully redefined late-night television. By seamlessly blending sharp satirical wit with genuine intellectual curiosity and emotional resonance, his voice anchored audiences through deeply turbulent times. Throughout his tenure at the Ed Sullivan Theater, Colbert brought a unique intellectualism to the monologue and desk segments. He read dense legislation, debated complex political dynamics, and interviewed guests with a rare depth. Rather than relying solely on rapid-fire punchlines, he treated his audience to Socratic breakdowns of the news, serving as a trusted commentator who was willing to hold powerful figures accountable while also offering solace during national crises. His show also championed a striking, sometimes vulnerable earnestness. Whether he was discussing faith, personal grief, or the importance of community, Colbert allowed himself to be sincere. This emotional intelligence gave viewers a safe space to process difficult headlines, proving that a late-night show could be a source of wisdom alongside comedy.

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He’s on record as wanting the Pope. I don’t know if they pull that off, but I’m going on record as guessing it all ends with a big Jon Batiste performance.

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As things wind down, here’s a nice tour of The Ed Sullivan Theater


https://youtu.be/8S9FD61rM5Y?si=IAmeTLKU2W8ySCBB