Why Norm Macdonald Got Emotional on His Last “Late Show” Appearance (2016)

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  • Norm Macdonald explains how he became a frequent guest on “Late Show With David Letterman” and what it meant to him to be the last stand-up comedian on the series.
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  • @howardstern
    @howardstern  Před rokem +6

    Stream the FULL interview now on SiriusXM: sxm.app.link/HSNormMacdonald

  • @JakeCuster
    @JakeCuster Před 2 lety +1354

    Can you imagine privately battling the things Norm was while doing the final stand-up on the final show of one of his all-time heroes? Norm was one of a kind, and this not only proves how funny he is, but how strong as well

    • @Alvan81
      @Alvan81 Před 2 lety +25

      Slight correction; "HIS final show, of one of his all time heroes" as well. GOAT.

    • @southsideman4891
      @southsideman4891 Před 2 lety +5

      He must have told Dave

    • @scottbaylo
      @scottbaylo Před 2 lety +17

      @@southsideman4891 I was just coming to say that I wouldn’t be surprised if Dave knew ahead of time… this was a gift from Dave for Norm to be the last comic, and whatever he whispered was related to the whole thing.

    • @lisaa8795
      @lisaa8795 Před 2 lety +8

      Dignity sounds strange as applied to him, but that is the way he chose to go out, with dignity.

    • @bcooney24
      @bcooney24 Před 2 lety +8

      And the bit he did about Germany was honestly one of the all time great bits in comedy history. Just pure genius. I love that he did that bit in the final standup spot ever on Letterman. Just goes to show after all the hilarious things Norm has ever said, he was just as funny if not funnier in his oldest age as he was when he was technically “in his prime.”

  • @fizban690
    @fizban690 Před 2 lety +1270

    Now, with Norm's passing, this interview is even more enlightening. RIP Norm.

    • @Cate7451
      @Cate7451 Před 2 lety +5

      Yes

    • @jasmadams
      @jasmadams Před 2 lety +27

      So much makes sense now. What a tragic loss for the world.

    • @tee501
      @tee501 Před 2 lety +13

      That's how I got here. RIP NORM

    • @JakeLea
      @JakeLea Před 2 lety +16

      Breaks my heart. Everyone from my childhood is passing...Norm was the GOAT!

    • @jenneverpelaez
      @jenneverpelaez Před 2 lety +10

      :( here for the same thing

  • @Wuvlycuddles
    @Wuvlycuddles Před 2 lety +1887

    This hits so different after today's news. You'll be missed Norm

  • @McSuperfly5
    @McSuperfly5 Před 2 lety +231

    I can’t with Norm crying. Rest In Peace, you wonderful, kind man. And thank you for everything. #FuckCancer.

  • @THERCWRSHOW
    @THERCWRSHOW Před 2 lety +361

    Wow….Norm knew. I’ve got tears in my eyes after this. He knew he was on borrowed time and to be able to be the last comic on Letterman…What a roller coaster of emotions he must’ve been on. Fighting for his life while making people laugh. I’m speechless…

    • @markmearth1
      @markmearth1 Před 2 lety +17

      Me too. I'm speechless. It is mind boggling how skillful and strong he was in his last days. Amazing.

    • @joecurmaci5880
      @joecurmaci5880 Před 2 lety +6

      How fortunate we are I was born in 60 to know Norm and his comedy and how you try to explain to young kids today how it was funny and good back then and innocent and loving it was different then we had fun

    • @michealcherrington6531
      @michealcherrington6531 Před 2 lety +3

      this is the Way for us all. Norm chose to make it a blessing.
      So it is

    • @mandycote5662
      @mandycote5662 Před 2 lety +1

      It’s in the ego- rooted in our pride

    • @random66787
      @random66787 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Reminder that we all are on borrowed time.

  • @Xaveth
    @Xaveth Před 2 lety +363

    Rest in Peace Norm... the legend, a wonderful human being, and the real Colonel Sanders.

  • @DuckYou69
    @DuckYou69 Před 3 lety +1462

    All that Norm crying, it reminds me of that tragedy

    • @thebrazilianatlantis165
      @thebrazilianatlantis165 Před 3 lety +49

      Stalin was worse.

    • @cutlasssupreme6984
      @cutlasssupreme6984 Před 3 lety +70

      I wonder if his brother is still there in northern Canada

    • @DuckYou69
      @DuckYou69 Před 3 lety +58

      @@cutlasssupreme6984 walking through blood and bones

    • @croton83
      @croton83 Před 3 lety +24

      So the Germans would want you to believe...

    • @DJEmonTV
      @DJEmonTV Před 3 lety +9

      The one that happened in the year 1911?

  • @AltcoinDaily
    @AltcoinDaily Před 3 lety +1344

    We love Norm!

    • @hahn-solo
      @hahn-solo Před 3 lety +9

      All-Right

    • @sleepsalot2719
      @sleepsalot2719 Před 2 lety +6

      And Norm loved Dave and Dave loved Norm.

    • @josephmoran3265
      @josephmoran3265 Před 2 lety +3

      So, the Taliban beat "The World" without masks or vaccines?

    • @j_ll7
      @j_ll7 Před 2 lety +6

      RIP Norm.

    • @j_ll7
      @j_ll7 Před 2 lety +4

      @Book Book yup. So sad.

  • @artonline01
    @artonline01 Před 2 lety +565

    If Dave was his father figure.. Conan was his weird brother figure.

    • @Unitz15
      @Unitz15 Před 2 lety +30

      Wonderfully said

    • @philosopher2king
      @philosopher2king Před 2 lety +44

      I love every single segment Norm and Conan ever did.

    • @joshpierce7820
      @joshpierce7820 Před 2 lety +5

      or perhaps, a crazy uncle?...

    • @GMPro24
      @GMPro24 Před 2 lety +7

      ​@@joshpierce7820 They were about the same age

    • @MrSteelermania
      @MrSteelermania Před 2 lety +23

      Which is fitting because conan sees Dave as a comedic father figure as well

  • @craignelson3756
    @craignelson3756 Před 3 lety +376

    Not only was Norm's last set on Letterman heartfelt, but it's one of the most well constructed 9 mins I've ever heard. He put the work in on writing, placement, & timing and it paid off for everyone. That is how you honor a legend.

    • @sr-ty7gb
      @sr-ty7gb Před rokem +6

      ...or so the Germans would have us believe.

  • @abrackas1
    @abrackas1 Před 3 lety +450

    Norm’s last set on Letterman is the greatest talk show set ever performed by a comedian.

    • @chadopitz6883
      @chadopitz6883 Před 3 lety +6

      Agreed

    • @JoseJimenez-tx8rs
      @JoseJimenez-tx8rs Před 3 lety +35

      “The WORLD!!!” The delivery is 2nd to none

    • @SleepyDroid
      @SleepyDroid Před 2 lety +14

      now there is no tonight show you want to see.

    • @myronjenkins9788
      @myronjenkins9788 Před 2 lety +11

      Spot on. The routine he did that night was pure gold, as strong a set as I’ve seen anyone do.

    • @cubswin6779
      @cubswin6779 Před 2 lety +4

      I'd put it up there with Kaufman doing his Elvis impression.

  • @libertygiveme1987
    @libertygiveme1987 Před 2 lety +124

    When Norm got CHOKED UP on 'Letterman', I just CRIED!!!! I bet Dave's doing that now.

  • @Maniac_7_7_7
    @Maniac_7_7_7 Před 2 lety +167

    RIP Norm MacDonald. Grew up watching this lovely human being.

  • @alanbenjamin4890
    @alanbenjamin4890 Před 2 lety +104

    Watching this after hearing about Norm's passing moments ago. Really puts those tears into a different perspective. RIP, Norm.

  • @danielh.541
    @danielh.541 Před 2 lety +148

    RIP to one of the greatest comedians of all time, the world won't be the same without you Norm

  • @mangasky7
    @mangasky7 Před 3 lety +362

    This was a great interview, just like ALL of Norm's appearances.

    • @r.edward5701
      @r.edward5701 Před 3 lety +5

      He's a good guy

    • @YokerBoy
      @YokerBoy Před 3 lety +3

      Actually compared to his others on the show it wasn’t. This is when he was on the apology tour

    • @gatsbygoodwood2575
      @gatsbygoodwood2575 Před 3 lety +4

      Norm is a really talented talk......show.....guest....

    • @DickiMoltisanti
      @DickiMoltisanti Před 6 měsíci

      @@YokerBoyWhat was he apologizing for?

  • @christopher8432
    @christopher8432 Před 2 lety +116

    Norm is and always will be an absolute legend and he will be missed.

  • @zachschwartz35
    @zachschwartz35 Před 2 lety +103

    RIP to a legend. What a genius at his craft.

  • @ComptGeorges
    @ComptGeorges Před 2 lety +46

    Norm was such sweetheart and a genuine person. RIP legend.

  • @OfficialJoeKingOne
    @OfficialJoeKingOne Před 2 lety +27

    This was a moment so much bigger than any of us knew. Heartbreaking and sweet.

  • @Tizzo1982
    @Tizzo1982 Před 2 lety +52

    Norm's jokes just hit differently. Notice how he says "I couldn't afford the shoes" and how Howard caught it a bit later. That's just how next level Norm was.

    • @ianrodd9232
      @ianrodd9232 Před 2 lety +10

      Not really..that was a pretty obvious joke... but if you say so.

    • @lgd921
      @lgd921 Před rokem +3

      @@ianrodd9232 norm was different bro sorry you can't see it

  • @BlueHen123
    @BlueHen123 Před 3 lety +34

    "THE LIGHT WAS ON!" ..."Chairman of the BORED!"...best talk show guest ever!

  • @elpusegato
    @elpusegato Před 3 lety +73

    Howard's greatest strength has always been pulling genuine truths out of guarded people. No one does it better.

  • @trotskyfunk
    @trotskyfunk Před 2 lety +202

    he whispered, “Norm, i love you- but i own a doghouse.”

  • @scottstewart5784
    @scottstewart5784 Před 3 lety +51

    Norm's love bomb threw Dave - he forgot to emphasize the MAC in Macdonald when he thanked him.

  • @Sometimes_Always
    @Sometimes_Always Před 2 lety +40

    Knowing what we know now.. It's so much more understandable.. Norm truly had the clarity to love everyone and mean it.. It's such a beautiful thing to see.. He made us laugh with his comedy but in the end he brought us to tears with his humanity..

  • @DaveKap
    @DaveKap Před 2 lety +30

    A lot of people will forever wonder what Bill Murray's character whispered to Scarlett Johansson's character at the end of Lost in Translation. I'll forever wonder what David Letterman whispered to Norm MacDonald. Rest in Peace, Norm.

    • @hugonongbri8100
      @hugonongbri8100 Před 2 lety +1

      They don't have him mic'd !!!

    • @MrTruckerf
      @MrTruckerf Před 2 lety

      Dave(whispers): "I hope this doesn't mean ya manna have butt-sex now!"

  • @seekeroftruth101
    @seekeroftruth101 Před 3 lety +68

    That was actually pretty dam cool how he chocked up for Letterman. Shows he's a human just like us and not just a famous comedian.

  • @anthonyjrcontreras1121
    @anthonyjrcontreras1121 Před 2 lety +40

    RIP Norm one of a kind comedian, fearless.

  • @mikeadmurphy
    @mikeadmurphy Před 2 lety +58

    This has a different tone knowing what was going on behind the scenes now. Rest in peace.

    • @scottheaton8469
      @scottheaton8469 Před 2 lety

      This moment came to mind the second I heard the news.

  • @mykidbanana1417
    @mykidbanana1417 Před 3 lety +178

    I loved him on Letterman and he was always great on Conan

    • @ryanm21212
      @ryanm21212 Před 3 lety +2

      I loved letterman, he was always great on Conan

    • @hugep10
      @hugep10 Před 3 lety +2

      I loved him on letterman. And he was always so good on conan

    • @MrTruckerf
      @MrTruckerf Před 2 lety

      And don't forget Jay! He was fair-to-middlin' there, too!

  • @StudioMod
    @StudioMod Před 2 lety +25

    RIP Norm, I can't even imagine what this is doing to those around him. He's such a magical person. To know him must have been mystical.

  • @joeldavis1040
    @joeldavis1040 Před 2 lety +18

    That moment brought a tear to my eye as well. You can tell Norm had a great reference for Dave. God Bless Norm Macdonald.

  • @diegolecroix
    @diegolecroix Před 2 lety +27

    RIP Norm Macdonald... you'll be forever missed

  • @raging100
    @raging100 Před rokem +10

    And even during THIS interview nobody had ANY idea exactly why he was so emotional. These was his last goodbyes sort of.

  • @flynnfamily3616
    @flynnfamily3616 Před 2 lety +12

    So genuine.... Such a loss. Grateful for his authenticity and willingness to be vulnerable. Wow.

  • @yourstruly4665
    @yourstruly4665 Před 3 lety +33

    I binge Norm videos.... I wish I had more!!!!

  • @brittonb.8482
    @brittonb.8482 Před 2 lety +11

    God bless him. He really loved people and felt things deeply.

  • @Tbethsheehan
    @Tbethsheehan Před 2 lety +8

    I have been watching anything Norm since his passing ... this made me weep.

    • @ricoz2016
      @ricoz2016 Před 2 lety +2

      Me too, and I think we're not alone.

  • @adamh5143
    @adamh5143 Před 2 lety +16

    RIP Norm! I remember running into him at a 7/11 @ 3:00am in Vancouver. We both were looking for munches! You will be missed Sir!

  • @8weight
    @8weight Před 2 lety +9

    Norm was a beautiful guy. That brought tears to my eyes.

  • @rchbuns677
    @rchbuns677 Před 3 lety +87

    I love norm/ Howard content. He’s the greatest

    • @BoboMcBooboy
      @BoboMcBooboy Před 3 lety +4

      Norm is right up there with Morgan Freeman with one of the greatest voices on the planet. Sean Connery is also up there!

  • @Gelato__33
    @Gelato__33 Před 3 lety +16

    I always love to hear the tale of Norms run with David Letterman. What a great birthday present!

  • @thebutton7932
    @thebutton7932 Před 3 lety +51

    nicely handled, Howard. . . I think we were all very moved by that moment .

  • @ryanc9888
    @ryanc9888 Před 2 lety +39

    Norm obviously knew his days were numbered, so he was really saying good bye to Dave.

  • @drewp1974
    @drewp1974 Před 3 lety +14

    I often watch the last appearance of Jack Hanna on Letterman. Jack cries. Very moving

  • @dirkdiggler1895
    @dirkdiggler1895 Před rokem +2

    He told him in his ear ' I luv u' ... Norm came a very long way to hear is hero say that to him. Truly amazing. And that's when life makes sense. Rip norm Mac Donald.

  • @phantomphotography7392
    @phantomphotography7392 Před 2 lety +12

    Thank you for this interview. Norm was my favorite comedian. As a fan, I am completely devastated of learning of his passing today. There are thousands of comedians but nobody delivers in such masterly detail like Norm did.

  • @DingleCerri
    @DingleCerri Před 2 lety +15

    Rest In Peace, Norm! You’ll always be one of the Greats!

  • @mikeguest8392
    @mikeguest8392 Před 2 lety +11

    Hes a genius and you always wonder what hes gonna say. His comedy is so great and up there with the greats! RIP Norm

  • @johngray0
    @johngray0 Před rokem +4

    A model of what every celebrity should be--and is so rare Keep a wall between your private person and your public performance person. This moment is touching cause it's a rare break between this wall. So we know it's no BS.

  • @moanman1776
    @moanman1776 Před 2 lety +78

    Somehow this feels heavier today. But at least Howard gave Norm his flowers while he was still here. That's what matters. RIP Norm MacDonald.

  • @benicio1967
    @benicio1967 Před 3 měsíci +1

    God that sweet soul can make me sob in an instant. How I will always love Norm. 🙏🏻

  • @stenbak88
    @stenbak88 Před 2 lety +4

    I miss him so much

  • @MrGpschmidt
    @MrGpschmidt Před 2 lety +5

    I remember seeing that last appearance and too was genuinely moved by his surprising show of emotion. Miss Norm.

  • @steveszanto1581
    @steveszanto1581 Před 3 lety +37

    That was a great, and appropriate final set for Letterman's show. Norm is one of a kind

  • @donmooney21
    @donmooney21 Před 2 lety +7

    We already miss you Norm. We hope you are finally healthy and happy today. 9-14-21

  • @paulhewson4600
    @paulhewson4600 Před 3 lety +17

    Dave finally pronounced Norms last name correctly at the end,,,,,very cool,,,,Congrats Norm

  • @Atsom655321
    @Atsom655321 Před 3 lety +26

    I have combed through the blood and bones of CZcams...and have yet to find one Norm talk show appearance that isn't hilarious and/or instantly rewatchable.

  • @brendamitchellinspiredjour7609

    Rip Norm you were a great comedian and a great Canadian ✨💛🕊🙏 thanks for the laughs 😊

  • @heymeng4667
    @heymeng4667 Před 2 lety +4

    "First of all, I couldn't afford the shoes". This killed me. Thanks for the laugh today Norm. I needed it.

  • @goblinman7
    @goblinman7 Před 2 lety +9

    From one Canadiens fan to another, thank you for all you brought to us Norm. Your brand of comedy, will always be among my very favourite. As well, a really good human being. You will be terribly missed down here...

  • @bluepandaman
    @bluepandaman Před rokem +5

    5:48 For me I think one of the most fascinating things about the Norm/Letterman dynamic is that he didn't interact with him backstage or away from the show.

  • @HouseOfZane
    @HouseOfZane Před 2 lety +5

    RIP Norm- you were one of the greatest. My childhood Saturday Nights belong to you and Weekend Update.

  • @SeemoreDunkan
    @SeemoreDunkan Před 3 lety +13

    I love Norm. I wish we had more videos of him

  • @tracksmith72
    @tracksmith72 Před 2 lety +2

    How I see that emotional moment as his fans saying thank you to Norm. Thank you for entertaining us.

  • @tkmorrison6404
    @tkmorrison6404 Před 2 lety +12

    RIP Norm! You had the greatest smile ever! 💕🙏😘 #thosedimples

  • @ethansroom1013
    @ethansroom1013 Před 2 lety +5

    Man this is crazy, miss you Norm, always bringing me laughs in hard times

  • @RealityTB
    @RealityTB Před 2 lety +106

    RIP Norm, you always had the uncanny ability to turn even the most pointless of stories into something hilarious 🙏🏿

  • @cadencressman
    @cadencressman Před 2 lety +8

    Rest in piece the ultimate comedian. My hero.

  • @gsmith207
    @gsmith207 Před 3 lety +6

    This is why we love Howard. Thanks for this. Norm is gonna be, and is one of our generations’ finest comedians. The man is a genius. Gotta be to be that funny. Makes me laugh and that’s the key...

  • @greenchilecheesey
    @greenchilecheesey Před 2 lety +12

    Rest in peace, Norm. 💔 You are and will always be Legendary.

  • @Cosmogirl014
    @Cosmogirl014 Před 3 lety +10

    I love Norm, everything about him, great interview!

  • @babyfarksmgeezaks1037
    @babyfarksmgeezaks1037 Před 2 lety +28

    The absolute goat..... "omg I hope he's high." RIP norm. Hope you and Farley are getting rowdy

  • @melissas9245
    @melissas9245 Před 3 lety +5

    I absolutely love David Letterman. Such wit like Norm. He will never be replaced and his show was ground breaking.

  • @MoarMike
    @MoarMike Před 3 lety +4

    Norm is just so special, the last of a dying breed.

  • @brightoneasterling9304
    @brightoneasterling9304 Před 8 měsíci +2

    he's such a beautiful human being.

  • @MISNM0
    @MISNM0 Před 2 lety +1

    I love seeing these honest moments of genuine respect and care.

  • @doctorbeanis
    @doctorbeanis Před 3 lety +7

    Norm is just awesome. Real as real gets.

  • @surfingsandiego92109
    @surfingsandiego92109 Před 2 lety +3

    I do the same thing when I’m feeling down. Side note I love when Robin laughs.

  • @apogeedata
    @apogeedata Před 2 lety +3

    That night was simply one of the greatest nights in tv history thank you Norm

  • @jermindygent.2526
    @jermindygent.2526 Před 3 lety +4

    Glad this got an official post. Thank you.

  • @atwistoflemon666
    @atwistoflemon666 Před 2 lety +3

    Norm, one of a kind. Genuine. 🖤

  • @paulletchworth2036
    @paulletchworth2036 Před rokem +5

    The world lost a spark when Norm passed , RIP NORM

  • @TheTuttle99
    @TheTuttle99 Před rokem +2

    Goddamn Norm was so quick-witted. Superhuman

  • @andrewweeks448
    @andrewweeks448 Před 2 lety +3

    we love you Norm

  • @Blair19
    @Blair19 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Beautiful interview.

  • @charlieakin8074
    @charlieakin8074 Před 11 měsíci +1

    We love you Norm. I watched that last episode and I imagine it chocked up all of us. R.I.P. Norm .

  • @Toeken42
    @Toeken42 Před 2 lety +2

    I really wish there was a "Love This" button, cause goddamn he makes me laugh so hard all the time. Miss Ya Norm Baby! You are truly the greatest comedian to grace our timeline.

  • @sully5810
    @sully5810 Před 2 lety +3

    Godspeed Norm, love you

  • @RoaroftheTiger
    @RoaroftheTiger Před 3 lety +13

    Norm MacDonald, is the Funniest Man, on the Planet ... and a Mensch. ;-)

    • @vanmoody
      @vanmoody Před 2 lety +3

      And a rotten scrabble player.

  • @Mucker
    @Mucker Před 2 lety +6

    RIP Norm. Greatest comic of all time!

  • @RickHawkDavison
    @RickHawkDavison Před 2 lety +2

    Can't watch Norm without tears! Too Soon Norm. GOD HAS YOU!

  • @chadtrahan5183
    @chadtrahan5183 Před 2 lety +5

    RIP, great actor and funny comedian.

  • @MegaMan-bs3oy
    @MegaMan-bs3oy Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks Norm. Alot of my memories with my dad rest his soul was watching Norm on weekend update when i was a kid. God i miss those times.

  • @Lugenfabrik
    @Lugenfabrik Před 3 lety +4

    Norm is one of my favorite people to ever exist.

  • @JoseJimenez-tx8rs
    @JoseJimenez-tx8rs Před 2 lety +4

    My heart hurts 😔

  • @aidossocratis1813
    @aidossocratis1813 Před 3 lety +20

    Norm MacDonald masterfully underated

    • @Beeznitchio
      @Beeznitchio Před 3 lety +11

      Underrated? About 6 months to a year before all hell broke loose I saw Norm, Spade, and Dennis Miller together in a show. At the end they all came out for a Q&A. Every single question was for Norm. However, while at least a hundred people lined up, a quarter of them sat down after the first person asked where he got his ideas.

    • @Andy3612
      @Andy3612 Před 3 lety +1

      @@Beeznitchio that's brilliant! What did he say? Ralph's?

    • @scottbaylo
      @scottbaylo Před 2 lety

      @@Beeznitchio holy shit, if you aren’t joking that’s fantastic! Was there a roar of laughter, or more of a silent awe?

  • @bricehata9908
    @bricehata9908 Před 2 lety +4

    You were true to yourself always....we love and will miss you. RIP Norm