During a recent episode of the beloved talk show, “The Late Show with David Letterman,” the host had a fun and entertaining segment that had viewers laughing all the way through. As always, David Letterman and his sidekick, Paul Shaffer, started the show with their usual banter and warm wishes for the audience. They encouraged everyone to have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend, even though they couldn’t quite remember which holiday they were celebrating.
One of the highlights of the show was when David opened up the CBS mailbag to answer viewer mail. This segment, which he and Paul do out of care and genuine interest in their home viewers, always creates a connection between the audience and the hosts. It’s this two-way communication that made “The Late Show” such a hit.
In the mailbag, a fan from San Francisco, Alexander Steinhardt, brought up the amusing fact that every time he opens a magazine, he sees Paul Shaffer‘s face with a milk mustache. Turns out, Paul had recently appeared in a Rolling Stone issue with a chocolate milk mustache. This coincidence surely brought a smile to everyone’s face, including the hosts themselves.
As the conversation continued, Paul proudly displayed the magazine cover, where David appeared. The two shared a lighthearted moment, joking and pretending, making the audience giggle. It’s these playful interactions that made the show so much fun to watch.
Another fan, Ron Laand Innovic from Northwest Territories, Canada, asked David if there was someone he hadn’t seen in a while that he truly missed. In response, David shared a heartwarming story from his early days in television. He mentioned his role in the hit sitcom “My Daddy, the Nurse,” where he played a male nurse trying to make a living in a small town. David revealed that he worked alongside a talented young actor named Joey O’Neal, who played his on-screen son. Since the show’s cancellation after its first season, David hadn’t seen or heard from Joey. To the delight of the audience, David surprised them by connecting live via satellite with Joey O’Neal. The unexpected reunion was a touching moment, showcasing the genuine camaraderie that exists among the show’s cast members.
Later in the show, David addressed a viewer’s question about what he does when he can’t sleep. David shared a quirky trick that he finds effective in lulling himself to sleep. He revealed that he counts the Baldwin Brothers. With one Baldwin brother, two Baldwin brothers, three Baldwin brothers, and so on – the counting helps him drift off to dreamland. This humorous technique displayed David’s whimsical personality and his ability to find humor in everyday situations.
To end the segment, David received a question about how many chickens could fit into the theater without cramming. Embracing the absurdity, David decided to find out and asked for an amusing demonstration. The theater was suddenly filled with the hilarious sight of an absurd number of chickens, bringing laughter and joy to the audience.
As always, David Letterman kept his viewers entertained with his quick wit, engaging banter, and unexpected surprises. His ability to connect with his audience through humor and spontaneity made “The Late Show” a favorite for many. This episode was no exception, leaving everyone with smiles on their faces and eagerly awaiting the next installment of their favorite late-night talk show.
