On a recent episode of the talk show, David Letterman welcomed actor, writer, and comedian Richard Lewis. Known for his humorous antics, Lewis entertained the audience with his trademark wit and self-deprecating humor. During the interview, he opened up about his hypochondria and the challenges he faces with his posture.
Lewis, whose posture was not deemed ideal for network television, jokingly blamed his family for his bad posture. He recalled how they would put him down during family gatherings, telling him he would never make it in show business. This led to him walking around with a skull cap and a piece of lettuce on his head for a year and a half.
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Lewis shared that not all of his family members were supportive. He attributed his hypochondria to his difficult childhood, where he constantly felt belittled by his relatives. Lewis mentioned his uncle, who frequently falls asleep at family dinners and his cousin Marty, who runs a divining rod shop and considers himself a pseudo-mystic.
As the conversation progressed, Lewis humorously delved into the challenges of being a hypochondriac. He shared his experiences of constantly visiting doctors, even for the smallest ailments. Lewis humorously mentioned a hypochondriac coloring book, where he spent his time coloring in the problems of healthy outlines.
The conversation took a funny turn when Lewis described an unusual shopping cart incident that led him to attend a young Republicans picnic in Santa Barbara. He joked about the absurdity of having to bring a gold bar for a medical test and the embarrassment of providing a specimen at the doctor’s office.
As the interview continued, Lewis touched on his bad luck with women and his comedic struggles in bed. He amusingly explained how he tried to keep up with his partner’s athleticism but ultimately felt overwhelmed by the acrobatics outlined in sex manuals.
Throughout the interview, Lewis showcased his unique ability to find humor in personal struggles. His quick wit and self-awareness kept the audience entertained and laughing.
The interview concluded with Letterman expressing his appreciation for Lewis’ presence. Lewis humorously shared his plans of seeing his uncle and cousin before leaving town, expressing his dislike for flying.
Richard Lewis‘ appearance on David Letterman‘s talk show was filled with laughter and lighthearted banter. His storytelling skills and ability to find humor in his own hypochondria and personal experiences made for an entertaining and lively segment on the show.
