Letterman, Tonight Show and Decades

David Letterman makes surprise appearance on ‘Tonight Show’ for 1st time in 3 decades
On Feb. 10, David Letterman stopped by “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” while his former bandleader, Paul Shaffer, and his World’s Most Dangerous Band filled in for the Roots. It marked Letterman’s first “Tonight Show” appearance since Johnny Carson was host, back when the program still taped in Los Angeles.
David Letterman Stuns Audience With 1st 'Tonight Show' Appearance In Decades
TV legend David Letterman made a surprise appearance on NBC’s “Tonight Show” on Monday night during host Jimmy Fallon’s opening monologue. It was Letterman’s first appearance on the show since 1992, when Johnny Carson was host.
Watch David Letterman’s Surprise Appearance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’
“Paul and I used to do a show almost exactly like this,” Letterman told Fallon. “We didn’t do the Chuck E. Cheese crap, but it’s very similar.” Letterman then rejected the chance to ...
David Letterman crashes Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' monologue
Feb. 11 (UPI) -- David Letterman joined Jimmy Fallon during his monologue on The Tonight Show Monday. "Is this the 23rd hour of the Today show?" asked the former Late Show host, feigning confusion, after arriving on stage .
David Letterman Crashes ‘Tonight Show’ for Reunion With Paul Shaffer
Letterman crashed Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show monologue Monday night, wandering onto the stage as Fallon was making some jokes about Sunday’s Super Bowl. “Is this the 23rd hour of the Today show?” Letterman asked.
David Letterman Crashes 'The Tonight Show,' Refuses to Read Fallon's Jokes | Video
John Oliver wasn't the only late night icon to crash this week. "The Tonight Show" started Monday off with a surprise appearance from the now-retired David Letterman, who poked fun at Jimmy Fallon while reuniting with bandleader Paul Shaffer.
‘SNL' re-airing show's first-ever episode tonight as part of 50th anniversary special
There is no new episode of "Saturday Night Live" on Saturday. Instead, NBC is re-broadcasting the show's first-ever episode ...
Is ‘Saturday Night Live’ new tonight? What to know about the special episode airing Feb. 15
Live" will re-broadcast a special episode of the sketch comedy show Feb. 15 ahead of "SNL50: The Anniversary Celebration" on ...
Why Have The Roots Left Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show' This Month?
Jimmy Fallon viewers were left surprised earlier this month when The Roots, the show's longtime house band, were noticeably absent.
Watch Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Seth Meyers Reunite With Jimmy Fallon on ‘Tonight Show’
Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Seth Meyers appeared on 'The Tonight Show' alongside host Jimmy Fallon ahead of the 'SNL50' anniversary special.
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The Roots Remain ‘The Tonight Show’s’ Main Band Despite Multiple Absences
Legendary hip-hop band The Roots missed several 'The Tonight Show' episodes in February 2025 due to their commitment to 'SNL ...
Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts & Saquon Barkley Rush On To ‘The Tonight Show’
Show is turning green on Tuesday. Jimmy Fallon is set to entertain Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Jalen ...
'Saturday Night Live' Stars Name Their Favorite Sketches and Reflect on Show's Legacy
Legions of comedic talent have paraded through NBC’s Studio 8H, whether as cast members, writers or hosts of “Saturday Night ...
Watch the highlights from the ‘SNL50: Homecoming Concert’
The celebration for the big “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary kicked off with “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert” at Radio ...