Ep 31. Regis Philbin, James Taylor
- October 28, 2008
Regis Philbin and James Taylor are the guests on this episode of The Late Show with David Letterman. The show begins with David Letterman offering a humorous monologue filled with jokes about current events and political commentary, followed by a brief conversation with his sidekick, Paul Shaffer.
David Letterman welcomes Regis Philbin to the stage, and the two share some personal anecdotes and catch up on current events. Regis discusses his new memoir and his time as a television host, including his long-running stint on Live with Regis and Kelly. He also shares stories about his friendship with David and the two reminisce about some of their favorite moments together on the show over the years.
Next, James Taylor performs a few of his classic songs, including "Fire and Rain" and "You've Got a Friend". David Letterman and Paul Shaffer join in on one of the songs, adding their own humorous lyrics to the mix. James Taylor also discusses his recent tour and upcoming projects, as well as his involvement in environmental and political activism.
After the musical performance, Regis Philbin returns to the stage for a game of "Stupid Human Tricks". David Letterman invites audience members to demonstrate their unique talents, from juggling to eating weird food combinations. Regis and David offer their own commentary and banter throughout the segment.
To close out the show, David Letterman and Regis Philbin offer a heartfelt tribute to the late comedian Robin Williams, who had recently passed away. They share stories about their time working with Robin and express their admiration for his talent and his impact on the entertainment industry.
Overall, this episode of The Late Show with David Letterman offers a mix of humor, music, and heartfelt moments, featuring two beloved guests with long-standing relationships with David Letterman and his show.
