David Letterman

David Letterman in 2005
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AKA:
David Michael Letterman , Earl Hofert
Nationality:
American
Birthdate:
04/12/1947
Birthplace:
Indianapolis, Indiana
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Known as the host of two award-winning late night talk shows, David Letterman and his ironic comedic style were powerful influences on the changing shape of comedy in the 1980s and 1990s. From the very start of his 11-year run on “Late Night with David Letterman” (NBC, 1982-1993), Letterman promptly disassembled the conventional talk show format, slyly poking fun at the medium, the guests and the audience, but always making himself the first target of his attacks. His sarcasm, penchant for self-deprecation, and the otherwise irreverent tone of his show may have been a factor in NBC’s decision Continued
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milestones
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Began broadcasting career as an announcer and newscaster at Ball State University's student-run radio station, WBST
1969 
Got a full-time job with Indianapolis television station WLWI (now called WTHR) as a local anchor and weatherman
1974 
Hosted the radio talk show WXLW (AM) in Indianapolis
1975 
Moved to Los Angeles; made stand-up comedy debut at The Comedy Store
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Worked as an announcer and regular on the short-lived CBS variety series, "Starland Vocal Band Show" (also wrote for the series)
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