The Late Show with David Letterman is an hour-long weeknight comedy and talk-show broadcast by CBS from the Ed Sullivan Theater on Broadway in New York City.
A mix of celebrity interviews, musical performers, audience participation games, and segments spotlighting real people with extraordinary stories and talents, hosted by comedienne Ellen DeGeneres.
Stars:
Ellen DeGeneres,
Stephen Boss,
Anthony Okungbowa
After Johnny Carson's retirement from the show, Jay Leno stepped in as his permanent replacement. The format of the show has remained largely unchanged, consisting primarily of an opening ... See full summary »
David Letterman hosted this popular late-night comedy/talk-show. Often, Dave would go on location or to the phone lines to play pranks. Some famous features of the show include the "Top Ten... See full summary »
Stars:
David Letterman,
Paul Shaffer,
Jerry Seinfeld
The show's studio, NBC Studio 6B, is the same studio that The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) was originally broadcast from. This is the first time "The Tonight Show" was regularly broadcast in New York City since Carson moved the show to Burbank in 1972. See more »
Late Night TV was in need of change, in order to stay relevant to the new generation of 18-49ers Jimmy Fallon is truly one of the most versatile comedian/actor/writer/producer/musicians etc. in show business and it is quite clear that Steve Higgins,a veteran writer/producer/actor/comedian/impersonator with a similar versatility with impersonations and organic sound effects, The Legendary Roots Band, known for their abilities to flawlessly play most relevant genres of music, masterfully craft comedy and music that caters to the millions of viewers (not to mention fans on all social media networks). Each element working in harmonious synchrony is what makes "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" the most successful late night programs on NBC reaching all ages of viewers.
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Late Night TV was in need of change, in order to stay relevant to the new generation of 18-49ers Jimmy Fallon is truly one of the most versatile comedian/actor/writer/producer/musicians etc. in show business and it is quite clear that Steve Higgins,a veteran writer/producer/actor/comedian/impersonator with a similar versatility with impersonations and organic sound effects, The Legendary Roots Band, known for their abilities to flawlessly play most relevant genres of music, masterfully craft comedy and music that caters to the millions of viewers (not to mention fans on all social media networks). Each element working in harmonious synchrony is what makes "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" the most successful late night programs on NBC reaching all ages of viewers.