David Letterman on Jimmy Hosting the Oscars, Being in LA and Bono & The Edge Writing a Song for Him

Dave talks about Jimmy’s parents being here at the show, Jimmy replacing all of the photos in the theater with pictures of Dave, Jimmy hosting the Oscars, the identity of Cocaine Bear, Tom Cruise not being there, Jimmy attending parties after hosting, making “Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming, with Dave Letterman,” being part of a sing-along at an Irish Pub, Bono and The Edge writing a song for him called The Forty Foot Man, spending time in Hollywood, and doing stand-up comedy.

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[jamesplatt]

My brother worked as a NYC cop for an entire year in downtown Manhattan, following the 9/11 attacks. Dave had an apartment in that area and was extremely generous in providing a great deal of fine food and drinks for all of the first responders. He also visited with them and thanked them for their work. Made a point in keeping this quiet and without any publicity, as is his way. A real class act.

[Rattenhoofd]

I'll never forget Dave going on Conan's and Jon Stewart's shows when they were struggling and giving them a huge boost. Because he recognizes talent and he's a good guy.

[doobaa]

Jimmy’s excitement is beyond control. Showing much respect and love to his mentor. Good humans

[Lady_Vengeance]

I just cannot love Dave and Jimmy’s interactions any more than I do. Jimmy wears his heart on his sleeve and it’s refreshing to see genuine emotion from a television personality; Dave on the other hand is a class act and clearly shares a mutual respect for Jimmy and his career trajectory. I genuinely think there’s a hint of truth when Dave tells him he’s like a son to him.

[-C.S.R]

When Dave retired everybody thought he was gonna pull a Johnny Carson and never be heard from again.
I'm so glad we still get to see him from time to time, he was always my favorite late night host from back in the day!

[FasterFaster]

I love how these two regard each other. Sincerity and true affection.

[wewper]

Dave was not so much a guest but a co-host; he and Jimmy were interviewing each other. Love to see the affection they clearly have for each other.

[Md]

I haven't seen Dave be this alive and engaged in front of a TV crowd in a decade. Class act by Jimmy to share the reins.

[barrycowan]

I need more thumbs for this! Dave hasn't missed a beat - as funny and quick witted as ever. His humor is in a category of its own, and he had me laughing from the start.

[sandrap]

Surreal experience seeing David Letterman in front of an audience late night. Dave still has it. And he is so right...Jimmy knocked it out of the park with the Oscars!!!

[intallpines]

Dave is aging like fine wine and has some swagger. Love, love, love!

[cactaceous]

Dave truly is the GOAT. Late night television was never more unpredictable, irreverent, borderline anarchic and smart. Him hosting the Oscars was like watching a punk rocker pranking a room full of stuffy self important sheep bewildered at what the hell was going on. I loved every minute of it even if he hated doing it.

[Pos]

I love how HE is interviewing Jimmy. He leads the conversation and asks questions out of genuine curiosity. He was born for his job

[gwmgbwi]

Hearing Dave for the first time in so long really makes me realize how much I’ve missed him.

[randallbolt]

The mutual respect from these two is refreshing and heartwarming.

[girlnextdoor]

Jimmy is so happy and giddy to have his idol there

[Sansri]

The absolute GOAT. Every major talk show host today cites him specifically as their inspiration and reason for wanting to do late night.

[hypnodic]

Dave literally took over the interview. Classic

[godwottery]

I've been watching Dave since the early 70's when he was the late night and stand-in weatherman on Channel 13 in Indinanpolis, and then he got a Saturday night slot showcasing movies and entertaining between segments. I love his humor, and I'm glad to see his success. I've been watching Jimmy since early in his career too. Two great guys!

[MargeB]

This has to be one of the best late night shows I have ever seen...i'm a senior who has been watching Letterman since my childhood..jeeeez am i old...thankx Jimmy and Dave for making my late night so wonderful.<3