Watch: First Look at David Letterman’s Retrospective Farewell Special
Before David Letterman bids adieu to latenight on May 20, CBS will celebrate the host with a retrospective primetime special, airing Monday, May 4.
The 90-minute tribute, hosted by Ray Romano, will feature highlights from Letterman’s three decades in television, including musical performers, top guests and that Drew Barrymore appearance.
“You’re going to see everything,” Romano teases in the first look on Monday night’s special, which is targeted toward all fans — new and old — of Letterman. Tom Cruise, Justin Bieber, Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney and Letterman’s first-ever “Late Night” and “Late Show” guest Bill Murray pop up in the preview (watch above).
“David Letterman: A Life on Television” airs May 4 from 9:30 to 11 p.m., followed by President Barack Obama’s final visit to the “Late Show With David Letterman” at 11:35 p.m.
More guests next week include Will Ferrell, Reese Witherspoon, Martin Short, Tina Fey and Romano, plus musical guests Mumford and Sons, Norah Jones and Dave Matthews Band.
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