Neil deGrasse Tyson Shares His Letters In New Book

Big time movie star and author of 'Letters from an Astrophysicist,' Neil deGrasse Tyson, shares some of the stories behind the letters he included in his new book. #Colbert #NeildeGrasseTyson #Interviews

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[NayshunNinja]

That 3rd grader couldn’t save Pluto so now she’s trying to save Earth :’)

[liondoor]

At 3:39 "…but not in cursive because I can't read cursive." 😆😂🤣 it's quickly becoming a lost art.

[SpaceForceCommander]

It’s not like Pluto doesn’t exist anymore, it’s still Mickey Mouse’s dog.

[PaperRaines]

To the mother who asked her son where he got the idea there was no God, the son should've replied "Where did *you* get those ideas???!"

[rhondah]

I had to laugh when Neil read that 4th grader's letter asking if people live on Pluto because my 89 year old mother asked me that exact same thing when I told her I had just seen photos of Pluto sent back from space. I found that hilarious. I guess I should be happy she didn't think I was talking about the Disney character.

[Seetiyan]

That kid's letter was heartbreakingly precious!
Also, at :30 is a rare, rare moment when Neil deGrasse Tyson briefly loses his words. It must've really been emotional for him.

[evansaber]

Put the controversy aside. This man is a beautiful human that does a great job interpreting the Beauty of reality and openly and carelessly expresses his passions to an ignorantly bred species. We will always be progressing while he is alive. Love you Neil, you’ve made an impact on many and will continue to

[robm]

Loved his book astrophysics for people in a hurry

[PietroMairasAreAwesome]

been waiting to see him back on your show, so happy to see him again! one of you best guests!

[xy]

Think i'd agree with Stephen, Neil probably really is the best guest on the show.

[austenhead]

"Cosmos" has officially done its job, then. Good.

[KingLouisth]

Neils pumping these books out like hot cakes

[TrishTruitt]

If I didn't ALREADY love NdGT, seeing him well up about 9/11 and that he answers random fan, and even sometimes critics, letters, is so endearing. (BTW: Neil, I'm an astrologer and even I, forgive you for demoting Pluto.)

[kindsprit]

How cool is the title “astrophysicist “?!! I allllmost want to go to school long enough to earn that title!! 😆 LoL

[felichia]

Always love Dr. Tyson's lectures 💖

[Ravenzpeak]

Can't get enough of that Neil - good to see ya buddy!

[emhenry]

I love when these guys get together!
It’s so enjoyable from all points of view!
Just

[NahlaAnwer]

Cosmic perspective luminosity, oh my! It rolled off his tongue just like that!

[michaels]

We all love Stephen, but we also love Neil! More Neil on the show!

[tvremote]

Surprised no one started booing when Steven mentioned what he did to Pluto