David Letterman wasted no time in acknowledging Shaffer’s tremendous achievement, pointing out that the artist had been nominated for a staggering 161 Grammy Awards. Aware of their success, Letterman cheekily suggested a suggestion to Shaffer and his band – getting some new outfits. It was a lighthearted moment that had the audience laughing, contemplating the possibilities of new attires for the iconic band.
As the show continued, Letterman and Shaffer proceeded to read viewer mail. With a touch of nostalgia, Shaffer recalled how they used to have music for this segment and requested his band to play it again. The old viewer mail jingle resonated through the set, setting the stage for a delightful reading of actual letters from viewers.
The first letter came from Phip Pliskin in Belgium, who humorously offered to trade waffles for a chili dog and a can of cream soda. This quirky exchange set the tone for the evening, as the second letter, written by Ian Scotty McDou from Vancouver, Washington, posed a more introspective question. McDou, aged 58, expressed his deep affection for Letterman’s show but questioned what might be wrong with him. To shed some light on McDou’s query, Letterman shared a video clip of people who claimed to know McDou, painting a humorous picture of someone talking to oily rags and writing excessive letters to talk shows. Letterman affectionately suggested that McDou might have a personality disorder or, jokingly, even be a homicidal psychopath.
The next letter was equally entertaining, with Leroy Giner from Reding, Pennsylvania, expressing his hobby of collecting business cards. He hoped that entertainers such as Shaffer could provide him with their cards, adding to his collection. In response to this unusual request, Shaffer shared two business cards from his collection – one belonging to Tom Broar and another to basketball legend, Will Chamberlain. The audience chuckled at Shaffer’s playful contribution to further enhance Giner’s collection.
The fourth letter sent in by Brian Lorow from Portland, Oregon, touched on mistaken identities. Lorow inquired if Letterman had ever confused a small kitchen appliance for a frosty beverage. Letterman, ever willing to share embarrassing stories, humorously admitted that he had indeed made that mistake before, leading to some good-natured laughs from the studio audience.
These blooper-filled moments showcased the comedic genius and light-heartedness of the show. It was a reminder of the joy and laughter that late-night talk shows like David Letterman‘s consistently bring to their viewers.
If you want to relive the hilarious bloopers of late-night talk shows, make sure to order Paul Shaffer‘s “Best of the Late Night Bloopers” tape. It promises even more side-splitting moments like the ones shared on this episode. For those interested, the tape can be ordered by contacting Box 9500 N BU Station, White Plains, New York 10565.
Stay tuned for more entertainment and laughter as David Letterman continues to amuse and entertain audiences worldwide. And don’t forget, everyone present in the studio that night went home with a generous portion of canned ham, making it an unforgettable episode for all.
