Celebrities thank David Letterman as ‘Late Show’ ends

MANILA, Philippines – It’s the end of an era as David Letterman is scheduled to end his long-running Late Show Wednesday, May 20 (May 21 in Manila), after an incredible 33-year run. 

Watch his final entrance above. 

Celebrity fans, many of whom were guests on the show, as well as his fellow talk show hosts took to social media to say goodbye to the show. 

Conan O’Brien posted a lengthy clip from his own show thanking Dave for all the years of comedy:

 

“He’s been the North Star for me and for every comic of my generation. I tried to explain in an essay for Entertainment Weekly just how much David Letterman changed the face of comedy for me,” he said, talking about his first time performing on late night television and flopping. 

He said he got a message that David Letterman wanted to come on Conan’s show as a guest – a major feat for what Conan, to have “the biggest thing on television” on his show. “Everything turned around for me,” he said, urging people to view Letterman’s last episode. 

Ellen DeGeneres also took a few moments to send a shout out to David on her show. 

 

“What a career he’s had…for me personally, was an inspiration…it was a big deal if you got on the Letterman show,” she said, thanking him.

Jimmy Fallon remembered the moment he was a guest on David’s show. Watch:

 

Jimmy Kimmel talked about being a longtime fan of David Letterman, showing photos of Jimmy growing up with all his Letterman fan gear. 

He said that he would air a rerun of his own show on the same night Dave would air his finale, urging viewers to watch. 

 

Seth Meyers recreated David’s opening package in tribute:

 

James Corden shared about how David influenced many hosts to try the late timeslot.

 

 

Celebrities (and even the account of US President Barack Obama) also took to social media to share fond memories as guests on the show:

TV won’t be the same without Dave. pic.twitter.com/9q5NHTf3b5

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 20, 2015

Congratulations to David Letterman, who I now believe is beginning his third career in show business.

— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) May 20, 2015

You’ll always be my Secret Santa @Letterman Happy to show you my gymnastics anytime!! http://t.co/u9Kb8KutF3 pic.twitter.com/E2i2SHAXdo

— Demi Moore (@justdemi) May 21, 2015

Tonight is @letterman’s final Late Show. We love each other so much. I will miss him so. But look out — I’ll find him!! #ThanksDave

— Betty White (@BettyMWhite) May 21, 2015

#ThanksDave for 33 years. Cheers @letterman! https://t.co/o1fCGN57ip

— backstreetboys (@backstreetboys) May 21, 2015

You made it cool to be smart You made it cool to be witty This pic’s truly a dream come true @Letterman #Letterman pic.twitter.com/ZmpJCbcp5S

— Will Arnett™ (@arnettwill) May 20, 2015

A host of celebrities like Tina Fey, Jerry Seinfeld, and Bill Murray also came out to deliver the final top 10 list, while the Foo Fighters were the final musical guest. 

Final time on this stage…#ThanksDave @Letterman pic.twitter.com/p3B30iTFW8

— Foo Fighters (@foofighters) May 20, 2015

 

– Rappler.com