Drew Carey Missed A Call From Johnny Carson's 'Tonight Show'

The host of "The Price Is Right" tells the story of missing his first chance to perform for Johnny Carson, and the excruciating wait for that next call. #Colbert #DrewCarey #ThePriceIsRight

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[mrrd]

If the title didn't say this was Drew Carey, I never would have guessed it was him. Except for his voice, which I'll never forget. He looks great though, he's aged so gracefully.

[Robbie_S]

Whose Line is It Anyways? has always been my favorite show growing up. Thanks Drew Carey for all the laughs and giggles. You're the GOAT 🙏

[hurdygurdyguy]

I'm surprised there was no mention of The Drew Carey Show, loved that show!! Cleveland Rocks!

[kitcobain]

Drew Carey: "Hi Jackie!"

Jackie: *Sonofabi...*

[ashleighzee]

I love Drew's stories, if you get him back on the show maybe do an extended interview for YouTube?

[rodddossantos]

His standup was so great!
And he was so fun on Who’s Line..!

[pattykeough]

Gotta love that Drew legit still seems awed and thankful for his success. He is literally thankful and happy to be there.

[christinajoy]

I love watching Drew no matter what show he's doing. His sitcom was one of my all time fav tv shows. Always had me laughing from start to finish. I'd love to see him write and direct movies for a change - I bet he could put out hilarious, heart warming, well developed characters the way Harold Ramis did. The man knows how to keep the laughs rolling while still maintaining his centered every man quality. Genuine and fun, relatable and charming. Drew, we love you.

[josephbloom]

Great interview, love Drew Carey, but a little disappointed they didn't reminisce about that time Stephen was on Whose Line while Drew was still hosting.

[simplesimon]

I like how Colbert was trying to get Drew to explain how Carson would interview the comics if he liked their set that night and Drew just kept missing it.

[spaceo]

Drew Carey is actually underrated. He's super funny.

[tomfurgas]

I'm from Youngstown, Ohio, and I always love it when a "hometown boy makes good"! Keep rockin, Drew!

[CobaltFoxPlays]

I was hoping they'll mention the Drew Carey show and why it hasn't been released on DVD or streaming services... God I loved that show.

[markshaw]

As a former stand up, let me say that Carey's first set on the tonight show is considered a classic.

[MatthewMattoxcube]

I really like when he is interviewing someone and he just sits back let’s an interesting story come forward.

[AERR_FPV]

Good man with a good heart, Drew knows what life's all about on the show.

[scottnunnemaker]

I could listen to Drew Carey just tell stories about his life forever... Colbert Quesrionaire?!?!? Drew Carey is just one of those people who can just put a smile on my face no matter what he’s talking about

[emsulich]

I was actually bummed when he started hosting the price is right because I liked him better as a comedian

[lynngipe]

I LOVE Drew! And wish they’d revive “Who’s Line Is It?” That was hilarious!!

[michaelminor]

I was a big fan of the Drew Carey Show. So great to see him back in prime time.