Most lists were group efforts, executed quickly, per O’Donnell. “Sometimes we’d write 100 of them. Then I’d pitch the best to Letterman minutes before the show. He’d pick a couple, add a couple.” The ...

David Letterman doesn’t retire until May 20, but already the accolades are rolling in as fans prepare to say goodbye to the most influential comedian of his generation. Here’s our top 10 list, ...

I’ve watched more of David Letterman’s late-night show during the May sweeps than I have in years and learned one valuable lesson before tonight’s finale on CBS. If you’re going to DVR the finale ...