Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 Episode 97 Kelly Ripa, Jamie Oliver
- February 12, 2001
Kelly Ripa, the host of Live with Kelly and Ryan, is among the guests on the Late Show with David Letterman. Kelly chats with Dave about her new show, her recent vacation with her family, and her love for New York City. Later in the show, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver takes the stage to prepare a dish for Dave and the audience. Jamie discusses his experience cooking for the royal family, his new cookbook, and the importance of healthy eating.
As always, Dave delivers his signature top 10 list, this time focusing on the top 10 things that are never said in the summertime. The list includes hilarious one-liners such as "I can't wait for my annual flu shot" and "I just love sweating through my suit." The Late Show also features musical guest Ben Folds Five, who performs their hit single "Brick" from their album Whatever and Ever Amen.
In addition to the guests and musical performance, the Late Show with David Letterman season 8 episode 97 also includes segments such as "Small Town News," where Dave highlights humorous headlines and stories from around the country, and the "Late Show Fun Facts," where Dave shares interesting facts about everyday objects.
Overall, the episode is a delightful mix of celebrity interviews, comedy sketches, and musical performances that keep the audience captivated from start to finish. Dave's quick wit and playful banter with guests Kelly Ripa and Jamie Oliver make for an entertaining and engaging show that is sure to make viewers laugh and smile.