Late Night with Conan O'Brien Season 1 Episode 27

Late Night with Conan O'Brien Season 1 Episode 27 Donna Mills, Eli Wallach, Bug Lady

  • October 19, 1993

In season 1 episode 27 of Late Night with Conan O'Brien, viewers are treated to a diverse lineup of guests, including actress Donna Mills, legendary actor Eli Wallach, and "bug lady" Norma Minkowitz.

The show kicks off with Conan's witty monologue, where he delivers hilarious punchlines about recent news events. His banter with the audience and band leader, Max Weinberg, sets the stage for a night of laughter and entertainment.

Up first is Donna Mills, known for her iconic role in the hit TV series Knots Landing. Conan engages with Donna in a lively conversation, where they discuss her career highs and lows, and her latest projects. Donna talks about her upcoming movie and the challenges of working on set during the pandemic. Conan also asks her about her famous hairdo from Knots Landing and tries to replicate it with hilarious results.

Next up is Eli Wallach, who has starred in over 90 films and is widely respected as a Hollywood veteran. The audience is thrilled to hear his stories about working with iconic directors like Sergio Leone and Elia Kazan. Conan asks him about his experiences in the movie industry and the role that he is still known for, Tuco in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Eli also shares some behind-the-scenes insights into how he prepared for his various roles, including his process for learning different accents.

As a change of pace, Conan then introduces his third guest, Norma Minkowitz, affectionately dubbed the "bug lady." Norma is a textile artist who creates elaborate sculptures that represent different insects. Her unique art form fascinates Conan, who tries to identify each bug and appreciates the intricate detail in each artwork. The audience is surprised and delighted by Norma's unique creations and her passion for her craft.

Throughout the episode, Conan engages in hilarious banter with his guests and keeps the audience entertained with his quick wit. As always, his trademark sketches and segments add to the entertainment value of the show. In one segment, he presents a mock PSA that humorously warns viewers about the dangers of talking to strangers. In another, he plays a game with his band leader, Max Weinberg, where they guess the true meaning of obscure words.

As the episode comes to a close, Conan thanks his guests for their time and energy. He reminds his viewers to tune in to the show each week for more laughs and entertainment. With an impressive lineup of entertaining guests and humorous sketches, season 1 episode 27 of Late Night with Conan O'Brien is a must-watch for anyone who wants a good laugh and some upbeat entertainment.

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Description
  • First Aired
    October 19, 1993
  • Language
    English