Late Show with David Letterman - Season 11
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Runtime: 63:60 Min
Quality: HD
First Air Date: Aug 30, 1993
Last Air Date: May 20, 2015
Episode: 4252 Episode
Season: 22 Season
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Al Franken, Grant Paulsen
Dave chats with Stephanie about a (supposed) incident that occurred over the weekend; Alan makes a suggestive offer to Secretary of Labor Elaine L....
Craig Kilborn, Dave Salmoni, Kings of Leon
Kings of Leon perform their breakthrough hit, "Molly's Chambers."
Gen. Tommy Franks, Rodney Crowell
Biff searches for celebrities on the street; recently retired General Tommy Franks looks back at his illustrious military career.
Nicolas Cage, Alton Brown
"CBS Mailbag," including Stephanie dressed as Batman, "CBS Vice President of Late Night Programming Vinnie Favale," and "George W. Bush" (Gerard).
Whoopi Goldberg, Vic Henley, Ima Robot
Paul's "Stump the Band" losing streak continues; Whoopi Goldberg promotes her new sitcom.
Andy Roddick, Jack Black, Warren Zevon*
Dave welcomes 2003 U.S. Open Men's Tennis Champion Andy Roddick and actor Jack Black. Dave remembers the late Warren Zevon with the Show #1895 tape...
Salma Hayek, Chris Elliott
Rick Derringer sits in with the band; a woman from Staten Island participates in "May We See Your Digital Photos, Please?"; Chris Elliott comments on...
Sharon Stone, The Raveonettes
An opera singer performs in the hallway; the recently deceased Charles Bronson declares his candidacy for Governor of California; Dave and Sharon...
Regis Philbin, Seal
Steph/Monty dresses up as Don Mattingly for CBS Mailbag; she closes the segment by playing catch with Dave.
Cuba Gooding Jr., Simon & Garfunkel
Dave has a major announcement to make; Cuba Gooding, Jr. promotes The Fighting Temptations; Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel sing "America" and "The...
Dr. Phil, David Bowie
Miss America 2004 Ericka Dunlap presents the Top Ten List; Dave tells the story of his weekend encounter with a bear at his house in Montana; Dr....
Ben Stiller, Elvis Costello
Ben Stiller talks about his new movie, Duplex; Elvis Costello performs a song from his new CD, North.
The Rock, Lynne Cheney
Cold opening: The Rock shows Lynne Cheney how to apply a "chicken wing" to Paul; New York Giants kicker Matt Bryant attempts rooftop field goals...
Colin Powell, Jennifer Garner
Joe Pantaliano, Kevin Nealon, Outkast
Stephanie is Peter Pan for "CBS Mailbag;" "Joey Pants" promotes "The Handler;" Kevin Nealon; Outkast sings "Hey Ya."
Denzel Washington, New York Philharmonic
Paul asks "Survivor 7" castaway Ryan "Skinny" Shoulders (who is wearing a Rage Against The Machine t-shirt) if he digs Audioslave; Denzel Washington...
Tom Cavanagh, Ray Wald, Dido
It's time for "How Many Guys in Gorilla Suits Can Fit Into a Eyeglass Store?" Quote Dave: "I was going to buy a pair of eyeglasses, but the optical...
Tim Robbins, Sting
The latest role call reveals that Michele O'Callaghan's five-month-old daughter (named "Zoogie") picks Dave's ties; Dave and Paul are dumbfounded by...
Stupid Human Tricks, Lisa Kudrow, R.E.M.
Steph/Monty dresses as a letter carrier for "Know Your Current Events;" R.E.M. performs "Bad Day."
Robin Williams, Summerwind Skippers
During CBS Mailbag, Alan dresses up as Saddam Hussein for his new hidden-camera show "Goof'd!" and gets beat up by several people on the street. ...
Jessica Simpson, Rufus Wainwright
Jessica Simpson mentions that she was on Oprah recently, much to Dave's chagrin; fill-in bandleader Todd Rundgren sings "Hello It's Me;" Pat Farmer...
Uma Thurman, Ricky Gervais, Renee Fleming
Amy Sedaris, Tom Dreesen, Anthony Hamilton
Dave calls ousted California governor Gray Davis "a wanker;" Gary Coleman presents the Top Ten via satellite, then falls asleep; Tom Dressen talks...
George Clooney, Merle Haggard
A man from Charlotte, North Carolina plays "Know Your 2003 Boston Red Sox;" ten Hooters Girls present the Top Ten; George Clooney plugs Intolerable...
Charlie Sheen, John Mayer
During CBS Mailbag, Alan has an awkward reunion with the first girl that ever kissed him, and "Ah-nuld" (Gerard) has an enlightened conversation with...
Halle Berry, Lance Armstrong
Pat Farmer and an army of stagehands throws a special form of confetti off the roof of the theater; Steph/Monty tells "Survivor 7" loser Burton...
John Cusack, Scott Dixon, Hot Hot Heat
For the first time in several years, famed saxophonist David Sanborn sits in with the band; Dave announces he's going to rehab, then demands to have...
Katie Holmes, Brian Greene, Jonny Lang
Dave congratulates Conan O'Brien on his newborn daughter; ten weightlifters present the Top Ten; noted physics professor Brian Greene tries to...
Dustin Hoffman, Jamie Oliver
Ten US Soldiers in Iraq present the Top Ten via satellite; Dustin Hoffman plugs "The Runaway Jury," British chef Jamie Oliver cooks some scallops.
Darrell Hammond, Radiohead
For CBS Mailbag, Steph/Monty dresses up as a soccer player and kicks balls (poorly) into the audience. Later, Radiohead performs "2+2=5."
Kiefer Sutherland, Emmylou Harris
Paul sneezes during the monologue; the band area is remodeled; Biff makes his annual report from the World Series; a 1,030-pound pumpkin explodes...
Courteney Cox, Doris Roberts
Dave announces that he's been transferred to Chesterton, Indiana; on tonight's "Meet the Governor," a young Ah-nuld ogles an exotic dancer; Courtney...
Keanu Reeves, Sue Johanson
Steph/Monty dresses up as an elf on a rare Wednesday CBS Mailbag; during Mailbag, Rupert takes part in his yearly tradition of watching the coleslaw...
Eric McCormack, Dante Hall
The Slapinski Brothers, world-class jugglers, interrupt the monologue; Dave points out that Rupert was on last night's episode of "Ed"; Dante Hall of...
Pamela Anderson, Amanda Lollar, Bubba Sparxx
Amongst this year's "New Halloween Costumes": a George Foreman grill, the button on the remote control that you never use, and the "Queer Eye" fab...
Ashley Judd, Richard Belzer, Sarah McLachlan
The 2003 NYC Marathon winners make their annual run through the studio; eliminated "Survivor 7" hopefuls Shawn Cohen (who was voted out) and Osten...
Regis Philbin, Amy Brenneman
Dave gives a recap of the events leading up to -- and including -- the birth yesterday of son Harry Joseph Letterman; "Indian Larry" performs...
Will Ferrell, Jack McKeon, Lyle Lovett
During Mailbag, Steph/Monty dresses up a police officer, while Dave tries to make some sense out of "Liza Minnelli" (Gerard in fishnet stockings). ...
Howard Stern, Iggy Pop with Sum 41
Amongst the "New Catalogs": Harry & David Pre-Owned Fruit, Victoria's Secret for Monkeys, and special edition of California Style in which all the...
Lauren Graham, Paul Tracey, Wyclef Jean
An elf named Perry helps out during "Know Your Current Events"; Bert and Ernie (of "Sesame Street" fame) diss Dave; Lauren Graham talks about a...
Norm MacDonald, Jack Hannah
Dave announces that Oprah gave him a gift on behalf of the new baby, only to realize that it was delivered by somebody with the same name; throughout...
Madonna, Chris Elliot
Cold Opening: Dave compliments Madonna's latest children's book: "I like the picture of the monkey." Also, Chris Elliott introduces Dave's son...
Tom Brokaw, Dolly Parton
Russell Crowe, Pink
A sheep herder walks into the theater with his flock along side him; Pink sings "Trouble."
Jessica Lynch, Shelby Lynne
During "Know Your Current Events," a visiting audience member from Liverpool, England is quizzed on his knowledge of Prince Charles. Later,...
Stupid Pet Tricks, Cate Blanchett
As part of his legendary "fashion show" gag, Dave models the lining of his sportcoat; Dave tells a story involving a mother and two sons trying to...
Dakota Fanning, Rocco DiSpirito, Cast of Wicked
An arm-wresting challenge is held at Hello Deli; child actress Dakota Fanning plugs "The Cat in the Hat."
Alec Baldwin, Freddy Adu, Cyndi Lauper
Wesley Clark
Ashrita "Mr. Versatility" Furman balances beer glasses on his chin on 53rd St.; eleven Playboy Playmates present the Top Ten; Dave grills General...
Robert Downey Jr., Joss Stone
Dave and Paul play "Potatoes or Gavin MacLeod?"; Dave openly wishes that Paris Hilton had not cancelled her appearance on the show next week; Robert...
Paul Newman, Clay Aiken
Biff spends a day on the campaign trail with Howard Dean; Gerard stands in for unavailable Survivor loser Rupert Boneham; Paul Newman discusses all...
Tom Ridge, Puddle of Mudd
Cold Opening: Tom Ridge finks on Michael Jackson. Also, Dave has yet another rant about Paris Hilton, claiming that she won't be on because a...
Mike Myers, Jay-Z
During Mailbag, Harold Larkin tries a new product, then, in honor of Thanksgiving, starts bleeding gravy; Mike Myers plugs The Cat in the Hat.
Tom Arnold, Moby
Dorothy (live via satellite) brags about her five grandkids, ranging between 32 years and one month in age, and again stumps Dave with her apple and...
Jessica Alba, Wendy Liebman, The Rapture
Felecia makes fun of Donny Osmond during "Stump The Band;" former "Dark Angel" star Jessica Alba plugs Honey; The Rapture performs "House of Jealous...
Matt Damon, Jack Johnson and G. Love
Rupert is almost omnipresent in the first half of the show, presenting footage of his trip to the Meadowlands for last week's Jets-Titans game, then...
Danny DeVito, Tim Russert
Dave mentions that his son likes to suck his nose; Biff & staff decorate taxi cabs for Christmas; Danny DeVito plugs Big Fish.
Amanda Peet, Barry Sonnenfeld
During Mailbag, the voices in Alan's head result in the horrific demise of his precious ceramic figure collection. Also, upon reading an article in...
Kirsten Dunst, Rod Stewart
Julia Roberts, Alkaline Trio
Dave announces that he's been invited to appear on Oprah (at long, long last), while Julia Roberts interrogates Dave for his inability to marry the...
Liv Tyler, John Witherspoon, Alicia Keys
It's a Late Show mini-reunion as former Broadway merchants Mujibur, Sirajul, and Joe G. join Rupert in decorating the Late Show Christmas Tree. ...
Barbara Walters, Sandra Diaz-Twine
Neve Campbell, Wellwater Conspiracy
During Mailbag, Dave tries to make sense out of "Saddam Hussein" (Gerard), while a reindeer takes a dump onstage. Also, Neve Campbell promotes the...
Bonnie Hunt, Dave Matthews
Charlize Theron, Dave Matthews
During "Audience Show & Tell," a man recites the names of all 50 states in alphabetical order in just fifteen seconds. Also, Golden Globe nominee...
Steve Martin, Shannon Eis
Dave mentions some strange advice his mother gave him about Harry: "Well, David, I think it would be nice if one day he joined a gang." Also, "The...
Renee Zellweger, Darlene Love
It's the annual "Holiday Night" on the Late Show: Paul does his impersonation of Cher singing "O Holy Night;" Jay Thomas successfully dethrones the...
Jennifer Aniston, Ryan Adams
Dave brings out Biff and thanks him, Paul, the USO and a variety of soldiers for making the Christmas Eve trip to Baghdad possible; in the premiere...
Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Paolini
Eddie Griffin, Marv Albert
Dave celebrate's Steph/Monty's birthday with a cake that reads "Happy Birthday Tammi!" Also, recent baseball Hall of Fame inductees Paul Molitor and...
Nathan Lane, Ruben Studdard
During his interview with Nathan Lane, Dave suggests to Paul that they should perform together in the musical "The Producers." Also, Ruben Stoddard...
Billy Bob Thornton
It's time for another round of "Stump the Band," and as usual Paul does his Carnac schtick; ten interns present the Top Ten; Billy Bob Thornton...
Patricia Heaton, Kate Bosworth
Dave goes on a rant about Jay Leno's appearance on CBS' "People's Choice Awards" home site, while Dick Gephardt presents the Top Ten.
Jeff Daniels, Isaiah Thomas, The Shins
Bette Midler, Howie Day
Mailbag: Alan gets clobbered by an angry Irishman, George Clarke takes a shower with former basketball star Manute Bol, and Steph/Monty gives heart...
Dave Chapelle, Carmen Electra
Throughout the night, foreigners tell jokes; Dave and Paul play a new game called "Mars or Nevada?" then come to agree that it's utterly stupid; Al...
Christina Aquilera, Gary Muledeer
During "Audience Show & Tell," a woman from Texas shows off photos of her Chinese hairless in various costumes; Dave reads a fan letter from someone...
Jessica Simpson & Nick Lachey, Al Green
Stephanie demonstrates her ex-boyfriend's lackluster dancing abilities once more; John McEnroe does the Top Ten and promotes his new talk show at the...
Ashton Kutcher, Paula Abdul
Singer-songwriter John Mayer sits in; Dave shows footage of Howard Dean's head exploding; in the latest edition of "Pat Farmer's Gaffe Alert," our...
Kristin Davis, Joe Simpson
Dave does a really bad Howard Dean impression; during Mailbag, Rupert puts a ruined slice of turkey in the soup of the day; Dave chats with a...
Matthew Broderick, Jim Garvin
Dave shows several photos that answer the question "What's the Deal with Donald Trump's Hair?;" Howard Dean presents the Top Ten live via satellite...
Al Franken, Jake Johannsen, Phantom Planet
Al Franken comments on his trip to Iraq; Phantom Planet performs "Big Brat."
Regis Philbin, The Thrills
Dave mentions the passing of influential late night great Jack Paar; Biff introduces his annual "Biff at the Super Bowl" segment; Bill DeLace does...
Harry Connick Jr., Sean Astin
Dave announces that after 22 years on the wagon, he would like to start drinking again, but only during the show. Later, he wishes Oprah a belated...
Bill Belichick, Cindy Crawford
Dave mentions that water is not running in the building for the time being; during Mailbag, Pat Farmer tortures a stagehand with a George Foreman...
Hilary Swank, Todd Barry, Nellie McKay
Dave recaps last night's accident on 53rd Street: snowboarder Tara Dakides slid off a landing platform and fell to the pavement. She was taken to...
Dr. Phil, Tara Dakides, Clip of The Beatles
Dave chats with snowboarder Tara Dakides, whose accident during a demonstration on 53rd Street cancelled the taping of last Thursday's episode. ...
Drew Barrymore, Jack Hanna
Rupert selects a 53rd Street Loser to play "What Did Merv Have For Lunch;" Drew Barrymore and Jack Hanna remain clothed during their segments.
Adam Sandler, Eve
Dave tries out a new catchphrase: "Ba da boom, ba da bing." Also, Steph/Monty dresses up a 1980s-era Olympic hockey player, and Dave goes back to...
Bill Murray, Jermaine O'Neal
Throughout the night, the CBS Orchestra plays songs by Air Supply; Dave mentions that the continent of Australia has demanded to see that clip of the...
Alec Baldwin, Sofia Coppola, Kylie Minogue
This week's "Will It Float?" item is a box of chocolates; Alec Baldwin and Sofia Coppola visit; Kylie Minogue performs "Red Blooded Women."
Stupid Human Tricks, Ray Romano, Kayne West
Dave makes fun of a new commercial, and the clip is repeated throughout the broadcast; during "Stupid Human Tricks," a man stuffs his mouth with a...
Kelly Ripa, Lindsay Lohan
Leon Russell sits in; Dave is still fascinated by a quote from last night's film trailer ("If you need help, here I am") and repeats it several times...
Ashley Judd, Ben Harper
Mailbag: Steph/Monty/Smitty is dressed up as Dale Earnhardt, Jr., while "Senator John Kerry" (Gerard) brags about the perks of being married to the...
Gordon Geisbrecht, Sarah Jessica Parker, Nelly Furtado
Noted hypothermia expert Dr. Gordon Geisbrecht jumps into a tank of icewater to demonstrate its effects; the US Senate announces that when referring...
Amber Tamblyn, Brian Regan, Leona Naess
During "Audience Show & Tell," Dave meets a former White House intern; George Clarke fills in for Kiva "Grinder Girl" Kahl during "Will It Float?";...
Jeff Goldblum, Norah Jones
Demolition demo (shut down by Hizzoner Bloomberg's office) on 53rd St. turns into Pat Farmer dropping stuff off the roof; Survivor loser Rob...
Edie Falco, Steven Bailey, Edie Brickell
It's "Steve and Edie" night on the Late Show: Edie Falco promotes the upcoming fifth season of "The Sopranos;" Dave meets Steven Bailey of "My Big...
Diane Sawyer, Benjamin McKenzie
Stephanie/Monty/Smitty is in dentist garb (and Dave-ordered model posture) for "CBS Mailbag;" Diane Sawyer gushes over Oprah Winfrey's 50th birthday...
Stupid Pet Tricks, Tim Robbins, Evanescence
Dave shows an (bogus) political ad in which Dennis Kucinich announces he's marrying Lorenzo Lamas; in an all-dog edition of "Stupid Pet Tricks," one...
Bill Cosby, Toby Lightman
On "Audience Show & Tell," Dave make his contribution to an audience member's collection of gum chewed by celebrities; "Will It Float?" sinks a tray...
Anne Heche, Cee-Lo
The studio audience votes Dave off the show, so Gaines orders Paul to take over during "Survivor Loser." When Dave reappears during Paul's interview...
Turkey Callers, Julia Stiles, Jessica Simpson
National Turkey Calling champs are trotted out; Ryan Seacrest presents the "Top Ten Catch Phrases Ryan Seacrest Rejected Before 'Seacrest Out!'" (via...
Ben Stiller, Robert Rudolph and The Family Band
During Mailbag, Biff goes to bed with a guy named Cameron Diaz; George Clarke fills in for Anna Jack on hula hoop; Alan admits to a $1000-a-week...
Viggo Mortensen, Sting, Bill Murray
Dave announces that he's on steroids, then shows before-and-after photos to prove his point; Biff goes on a cruise; the outside cam finds Bill Murray...
Charles Grodin, Chloe Pang
Twelve-year-old piano prodigy Chloe Pang plays Bach's "Goldberg Variations." Dave is almost brought to tears by the performance, declaring it one of...
Jim Carrey, Steve Winwood
Dave points out that for the nineteenth year in a row, the WMDB/CBS Orchestra will be the house band for the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction...
Kate Winslet, Bruce McCall, The Vines
After two weeks of plugging their product, Dave shows a single Shick Quattro razor the company sent, and reads a very peculiar letter to Gaines from...
Tom Hanks, N.E.R.D.
Cold opening: Tom Hanks gives Harry Letterman an Oscar, and Dave accepts it on his behalf. Later, the Ladykillers star gives the absentee infant a...
Jamie Foxx, Al Franken
All-American basketball player Andre Barrett throws various items off the roof, aiming towards a basketball hoop at ground level, the misses the...
Ricky Gervais, Blondie
Mailbag: George Clarke's attempt at surgically losing weight is thwarted when some guy steals his clothes. Also, Blondie performs "Good Boys."
Janet Jackson, John Mayer
Throughout the night, Columbia University professor and 1999 Nobel laureate in economics Dr. Robert Mundell tells lame redneck jokes; Bill DeLace...
Matthew Perry, Lou Reed
After weeks of shilling their product, Dave finally receives a thousand Schick Quattro razors in the mail, then promises to give them out to the...
Johnny Knoxville, Sahr Singh, The Walkmen
The Rock, Liz Phair
A minor controversy that started earlier in the week is resolved by a very apologetic CNN anchorwoman (see recap). Also, Dave congratulates Craig...
Tyler Crotty, Michael Imperioli, Jim Gaffigan
Audience Show & Tell: a husband and wife tandem demonstrates a neat trick involving a yo-yo and a shiny quarter. Also, Dave chats with Tyler Crotty,...
Bruce Willis, Renee Askins
The Top Ten list is now sponsored by rake-attack.com, while Bruce Willis shows off his new, stealthy, Trump-style hairpiece.
Jimmy Fallon, Anne Hathaway, Usher
Billy Crystal, Alex Rodriguez
Alan brings a video of celebrity well-wishers for Dave's 57th birthday (just a tape of a fleeing Regis); it's "More With Les," as Dave phones up...
Chris Rock, The Upside Down Act
Biff makes his annual trip to Spring Training, where he for the second year in a row, he and Hideki Matsui perform Abbott & Costello's "Who's on...
Amy Sedaris, Damien Rice
Mailbag: After noticing that a letter-writer misspelled his name, Paul comes with a homonym for his moniker, resulting in a rival homonym from Biff. ...
David Duchovny, Chris Russo
In the "season finale" of "Trump or Monkey?," a dancer from the musical Hairspray wins an alleged trip to Acapulco; David Duchovny discusses his...
Phil Mickelson, Kathryn Morris, Patti Smith
Phil Mickelson brags about his victory at the 2004 Masters; James Lipton delivers Paul's cape.
Megan Mullally, Eli Manning, Diana Krall
al-Qaeda takes responsibility for Derek Jeter's batting slump; Dave resurrects his two favorite Cold Mountain sound clips; stuntman "Magic Brian"...
Andy Richter, Davy Rothbart, Mary Chapin Carpenter
Dave declares that the new mission statement for the Late Show will be "We are here for you. We'll make things better." Also, Rupert hosts the debut...
Julianne Moore, Robert Klein, Todd Rundgren
Dave announces that he's going to be "more dynamic," resulting in spasm-like movements by him and Paul; to accompany Steph/Monty/Smitty dressing as...
Kelly Ripa, Jennie Finch
The theater audience is given the option of either having Tom Hanks drop by or watch stock footage of a camel on skis. Dave claims the camel tape...
Hillary Clinton, The Roots
An audience member turns her hand 360 degrees; Hillary Clinton discusses her husband's book and the war in Iraq; The Roots perform "Don't Say...
Stupid Pet Tricks, David Spade, Loretta Lynn & Jack White
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Adam Brody
Nobel Economics Prize winner Robert Mundell tells "Yo Mama" jokes; a woman off the street pretends to be in an earthquake with Rupert; Survivor...
Kate Beckinsale, Sue Johanson
Diving Dogs, Tina Fey, Morgan Spurlock
Kelsey Grammar, Orchestra Baobob with Trey Anastasio and Dave Matthews
Ten celebrity moms (including Dorothy and Gerard as "Betty Lou Roberts") present the Top Ten, and later the faux mother of Julia Roberts delivers...
Amber Brkich, Regis Philbin, Black-Eyed Peas
Dave announces that motorcyclist "Johnny McCoy" will be performing a very dangerous and complicated stunt out on 53rd Street, but it ends up getting...
David Hyde Pierce, David Byrne
John McCain, Tom Dreesen
Stupid Pet Tricks, Hugh Jackman
Amy Sedaris, Modest Mouse
A special edition of the show taped in the middle of the night. Dave arrives on horseback; vermin expert Robert Sullivan searches for rats; Dave...
Antonio Banderas, Alanis Morrisette
Charlie Sheen, Jack Hanna
Chef Emil Castillo makes a $1000 frittata (read: omelet), and when completed, Dave smothers it with ketchup; Dave pays tribute to Tony Randall, who...
Kiefer Sutherland, Incubus
Dave gives Steph/Monty/Smitty another weird nickname ("Gunther") while baseball star Randy "Big Unit" Johnson presents a perfect game-themed Top Ten.
Kate Hudons, Outkast
Ellen DeGeneres, The Strokes
Dave claims he has a rare form of tuberculosis, and that a Dave stand-in is waiting backstage for when the time comes; Kiva "Grinder Girl" Kahl...
Nicole Kidman, Avril Lavigne
Dave's stand-in is still waiting for his cue; Dave demands to hear the airplane and Cold Mountain SFX again; the stars of The Sopranos perform the...
Dennis Quaid, Velvet Revolver
Dave congratulates Sid McGinnis on becoming a grandfather; karate expert Leif Becker attempts to break 500 boards in a minute, but ends up tying his...
Mandy Moore, Nate Erwin, Counting Crows
Mailbag: Steph/Smitty/Gunther is dressed up as Rahal/Letterman racer Buddy Rice; the upcoming cable channel "Logo" declares the Late Show "the gayest...
Darrell Hammond, blink-182
Dave announces that he's had another falling-out with CBS, which may or may not give him the justification to mock the network again; hundreds of...
Andy Dick, Bob Woodward
A 1 1/2 pound Porterhouse steak is subjected to "Will It Float?" and despite Dave's scientific argument that a dead animal would more than likely...
Bill Murray, P.J. Harvey
Dave brags about his Indy 500 win last week; Alan's recap of the first game of the NBA Finals turns into a striptease; Bill Murray announces that...
Bette Midler, David Tidmarsh
In honor of one of tonight's guests (a spelling bee champ), Dave mentions that the most commonly used word in the English language is "biscuit"; a...
Buddy Rice, Christopher Walken, Kid Rock
Dave and Paul have a heated discussion over who would win a fight- "badass" Kid Rock or "nerves of steel" Buddy Rice; during Mailbag, Biff goes to...
Matthew Broderick, Jamie Cullum
In honor of his death earlier that day, Paul and the band performs Ray Charles' "What'd I Say"; Dave sends Matthew Broderick outside to get hosed...
P. Diddy, Jim Gaffigan
Jim Gaffigan comments on married life and becoming a father for the first time. Also, Paul Anka delivers Paul's cape for this Friday night James...
Paris Hilton, Patti Scalfa
Dave shows us another photo of Harry; Paris Hilton discusses The Simple Life and her now-infamous sex tape; Patti Scialfa (Mrs. Bruce Springsteen)...
Ben Stiller, Beastie Boys
To further promote Popeye's Green Beans, Dave and Paul eat Popeye's chicken and give fun facts; Ben Stiller attempts to break windows across the...
Chauncey Billups, Dana Carvey, Wilco
Vince Vaughn, Margaret Cho
Michael Moore, Jennifer Hawkins, Los Lobos
Michael Moore discusses his infamous speech at the 2003 Oscars and promotes Fahrenheit 9/11; Dave tries on Miss Universe's sash and tiara; Los Lobos...
Larry Brown, Sean Hayes, Phish
Throughout the night, George Clarke eats fish sticks on the roof to honor a certain band performing on the marquee; for the third night in a row,...
Kevin Kline, Nicole Richie
Dave announces that he and Paul will be in this weekend's Gay Pride parade; past contestant Jennie Ford plays "Super Trump or Monkey;" Ken Griffey,...
David Alan Grier, Britton Keeshan, the Von Bondies
Kid Inventors, Shawn Wayans, Secret Machines
During a "New Products" segment, Dave sinks his teeth into some charcoal briquets, which he swallows with mouthwash. Also, The Secret Machines (in...
Bonnie Hunt, Dylan Moran
"Know Your Current Events" is played for the first time in over six months; Dave spills coffee on his lap, and Paul suggests hydrogen peroxide to...
Piedmont Bird Callers, Kirsten Dunst, Chris Robinson
Dave admits that after spending all weekend watching documentaries about building motorcycles, he wants a hog for himself. At the end of the show,...
Keira Knightly, Joseph Wilson
A husband and wife combo plays the "Late Show Bill Clinton Memoir Challenge," in which they must find the name "Monica" in his new book within thirty...
Ethan Hawke, Jon Heder
Dave turns on the hose-cam again, shooting water at unsuspecting passersby; during Mailbag, Dave shows footage from the new Spiderman movie (actually...
Will Ferrell, Dashboard Confessional
Two lumberjacks compete against each other out on 53rd Street, while Will Ferrell shows Dave a home movie of his four-month-old "baby" (a sports car).
Christina Applegate, David Sedaris
The musical talents of Paul, Felecia, and Bruce are laid to waste once more on "Stump the Band"; "Fat Spider-Man" (George Clarke) presents a remote...
Kristin Davis, Ali G
In the debut edition of "Where They Would Have Gone For Their Summer Vacation," Biff tells Dave that Charles Bronson would've gone to Mohegan Sun...
Will Smith, Jet
Dave continues to discuss motorcycles; Alan's baseball commentary is interrupted by the return of that guy who used to beat the daylights out of him...
Hilary Duff, Jonathan Ames
Dave compares President Bush to Porky Pig; during Mailbag, a young, fairweather Letterman fan is thrown out of the theater; Hilary Duff promotes A...
Cedric the Entertainer, Laird Hamilton
Julianna Marguiles, Bob Sarlatte, Ashlee Simpson
Audience Show & Tell: Dave chats with a meteorologist from Connecticut who was once mentioned on "Know Your Current Events." Also, Dorothy...
Denzel Washington, Jim Rome
Dave gloats over Rahal/Letterman Racing's visit to the White House earlier in the day; three stagehands attempt to smear a camera lens with sunscreen...
Halley Berry, Maria Mena
In honor of the 35th anniversary of the moonwalk, it's time for a new game at Hello Deli called "Would You Like to Plant a Flag on the Moon?" Rupert...
Sharon Stone, Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Matt Damon, Carmelo Anthony, The Hives
We watch news footage of Pete Rose's restaurant being looted of everything except a Late Show t-shirt; while addressing the Sandy Berger controversy,...
Brittany Murphy, Paula Poundstone
An audience member from Cincinnati suspends a grape in air by blowing on it; Dave comments on Krispy Kreme's new doughnut shake, followed by a fake...
Holly Hunter, US Olympic Synchronized Swimming Team
John McEnroe, Zach Braff
With the Olympics approaching, Dave reminds the audience that he's on steroids; a standby audience member calls up Regis and tells him to shove it;...
Bob Newhart, 213 with Snoop Dogg
A remarkably ornery Dave attempts to apologize to Regis via telephone but hangs up on him, then answers every question on CBS Mailbag with a...
Natalie Portman, Ambulance LTD
Biff tries unsuccessfully to interview Michael Moore; Natalie Portman talks about sleeping with her dog Charlie; Ambulance Ltd. performs "Primative."
Rosie Perez, Greg Giraldo
Anton (still filling in for Paul) plays "Will It Float?" for the first time; Rosie Perez tells a funny story about an actor who spits when he speaks;...
Pamela Anderson, Al Franken
The guest chairs are replaced and Dave's desk has been altered; during "Who Asked For It?" an audience member vaporizes himself; Pamela Anderson...
Bill Clinton, Natalie Merchant
Former President Clinton discusses a wide variety of topics with Dave, then signs a copy of his book for Harry. Also, Natalie Merchant performs...
Tom Cruise, Dax Shepard
Michael Bearden and Anton continue to fill in for Paul, prompting Dave to ask Anton how Paul would respond to some of his comments tonight; during...
Gerard Mulligan, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jessica Simpson
Dave bids farewell to longtime writer Gerard Mulligan with a sitdown interview and a clip montage heavy on NBC-era footage.