(CBS) — Last night the world bid adieu to what many will and everyone should call an icon.
Comedy host of CBS’ “Late Show” David Letterman signed-off, marking the end of an era in television.
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His final episode aired last night May 20, and to say goodbye, Letterman took us down memory lane with some fellow friends. Major appearances were made from celebrities like Chris Rock, Tina Fey, Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis Dreyfus, Barbara Walters, Bill Murray and many others as they recited Letterman’s last Top Ten List. There were skits, homages and spoofs referencing Letterman’s impact ion other cultural staples like “The Simpsons” and former presidents of the United States.
The Foo Fighters also performed as the last musical guests to rock the Ed Sullivan stage. And one of the great moments of the night was seeing David Letterman give his blessing to Stephen Colbert, who will be taking the helm of the “Late Show” later this year.
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Letterman’s exit from late night television was one met with a mix of emotions that can only summed up as bittersweet. Leading up to the final episode, other late-night host shared their stories on how Letterman influenced them as well as innovated the late-night genre.
Other celebrities also shared their memories and best wishes to Letterman across Twitter.
The thoughts posted by many of these celebrities can probably be echoed around the world.
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#ThanksDave—for two decades of laughs, insights, and, yes, even pantsuit jokes. @Letterman, you're a legend. -H http://t.co/Cz9TDwTxAw
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Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 21, 2015ATTN #CONAN Viewers: Please switch over to David @Letterman's last show on @CBS NOW. #ThanksDave
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Team Coco (@TeamCoco) May 21, 2015“Dave is the best.” - @JimmyKimmel #Letterman #ThanksDave http://t.co/GWa88gKCSO
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Jimmy Kimmel Live (@JimmyKimmelLive) May 20, 2015me and dave - all the best - rosie o
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(@Rosie) May 20, 2015It was my first major talk show and I will never forget it. #ThanksDave @Letterman http://t.co/seHtZUYmiN
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Gina (@HereIsGina) May 21, 2015Congratulations to David Letterman, who I now believe is beginning his third career in show business.
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Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) May 20, 2015Dave sent me this after I was on once and it's one of my most prized possessions. Was always my favorite show to do. http://t.co/ShGtddbvr5
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Seth Rogen (@Sethrogen) May 21, 2015#ThanksDave @Letterman http://t.co/8BhxITBxMN
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Sean Hayes (@theseanhayes) May 21, 2015Tonight is @letterman’s final Late Show.
We love each other so much. I will miss him so.
But look out -- I'll find him!! #ThanksDave
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Betty White (@BettyMWhite) May 21, 2015Meant so much to me to make @Letterman laugh. Thanks to EVERYONE at the Late Show and Dave for being a true original. http://t.co/XZqwoUPqgz
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billy eichner (@billyeichner) May 20, 2015Watching @Letterman w/ Tim. Hard to imagine late night without David. Thanks for all of the laughs. We will all miss you!!!! #ThanksDave
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Faith Hill (@FaithHill) May 21, 2015Strange to think about late night tv without @Letterman! #ThanksDave http://t.co/P6KyS3pFur
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Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) May 21, 2015You made it cool to be smart
You made it cool to be witty
This pic's truly a dream come true
@Letterman
#Letterman http://t.co/ZmpJCbcp5S
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Will Arnett™ (@arnettwill) May 20, 2015#ThanksDave ... you are truly one of a kind, you'll be missed! @Letterman #Letterman http://t.co/bJ8FnsHlAl
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Julie Chen (@JulieChen) May 21, 2015Watching the final @Letterman and struck by the humanity that runs through the humor. And got to see the proud dad he is
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Al Roker (@alroker) May 21, 2015Oh Dave! I love you so much! #ThanksDave for so many good times! @Letterman #Letterman LOVE YOU! http://t.co/UqG0jVYCBL
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Pauley Perrette (@PauleyP) May 21, 2015
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