Warren Zevon's Final 'Late Show' Appearance | Letterman

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"The 20th(!) anniversary of Warren Zevon's last appearance with Dave is on October 30. I think the world needs to see this extraordinary episode again. Enjoy every sandwich.
Thank you for this channel!
Gene Hofer, Truckee, CA"
(From "Late Show," air date: 10/30/02)

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[namj]

Just read the interview with Dave about this. He said after the show he visited Zevon's dressing room, which he almost never did. Small talk as Zevon packed up his guitar. Then Zevon passed him his guitar and said take care of it for him. Then Dave just broke down and sobbed openly. What a moment.

[erichanson]

"Why should we do what he wants to do?"
-Paul
😂😂😂

[mikeback]

Loved this guy forever! See him live 2 times....Thee best!

[skruloos]

A tremendous loss.he was truly a musical genius..I smile everytime I hear" werewolves of london" where you are, I hope the deli is open 24 hrs..

[grf]

I watched this the night he was on. I don't know Warren Zevon, and only knew Werewolves of London. It didn't matter, it was such a touching tribute, that I had trouble watching the entire show.

[iuvfusq]

Warrens music got me through some very tough times.

[artlover]

Similar to many older people. I am starting to deal with my mortality. When some day my doctor gives me my notice, I hope I can accept it the way Zevon did. With humor and grace.

[denysesieders]

I miss you friend ...always you will be my Werewolf in London...thank you for coming home

[stephenhalvorsen]

I’ve got terminal cancer and honestly I needed this so much. Just live your life with humour and grace. You don’t need to change who you are ❤

[PD-hvjs]

"Dave's the best friend my music has ever had!"
What a compliment from a dying man!

[dynagaming]

This interview has always struck me as one of the few instances where you see someone who’s fully accepting of what lies ahead, and embracing the rest of their life fully. When he says, “You enjoy every sandwich” it actually hits quite hard because it’s something everyone takes for granted. Something so seemingly insignificant but yet so insightful.

[scarpad]

I can't believe he passed in 2003. My wife died in 2010 from cancer, she faced it alot like warren with composure and a quiet dignity until the day i watched her die. I don't think i could do the same. Cancer is a terrible thing

[kylelooper]

Dave did this right. They spared no expense. It was a tribute to Warren, and his goodbye to the US. It's truly a moment. RIP Warren.

[dbcotton]

I have been a life long WZ fan. When I found out this was happening I managed to get tickets to this show. I was in the balcony (far right facing the stage) This was a truly remarkable show and I'm forever grateful I got to be in the room when it happened. Dave understood Warrens' genius and gave him airtime when no one else would. So many reasons to love David Letterman. His honor and respect for Warren by dedicating an entire show to him speaks volumes. I thank them both.

[rongreen]

Everybody VOTE, VOTE, VOTE for Warren Zevon for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[joelparkes]

One of the greatest honours of my musical life was being able to open for Warren in Vancouver. I remember him as a shy but intelligent and sweet person who was very focused on performing that night. I was nervous meeting him but he talked with me like a fellow musician which totally put me at ease. What a cool dude.

[thelettermanpodcast]

No jokes on this post for us. The emotion attached to this particular performance is so heavy. The music cuts through it, but knowing the story around it, the guitar being gifted after behind the scenes, and the immense history with all of these titans of art, well it’s just so heavy. Thanks for the memories Warren and thanks for helping provide them Dave & Company.

[keefriff]

Warren’s swan song Keep Me In Your Heart still wrecks me whenever I hear it.

[aaronnelsonmusic]

Warren was so unashamedly sincere even in his sarcasm. For that, he'll always be one of my heroes.

[altarofkubrickfloyd]

Zevon was the most underrated singer/songwriter of his era. Hard to believe this was 20 years ago. RIP.