Anthony Bourdain Collection on Late Show, 2000-2011

Here are all of Anthony's Late Show appearances:
1. October 11, 2000
2. August 2, 2005
3. March 24, 2008
4. November 7, 2011

[@spacemartian1944]

The miscommunication between Tony’s and David’s meaning of “wiseguy” was just too funny.

[@Joe_Gonzo]

Good catch! :D

[@GRINGOf10]

@@Joe_Gonzo lol yep

[@cjhamm361]

I died!!!

[@route66dreaming]

I never saw the misconception. I think they both understood what it meant

[@alexmickee6799]

Safe travels, Tony.

[@alexfrontera735]

@Gary Hassani it’s a figure of speech you twat

[@jjay__]

We did adrenachrome in Vienna, you will be missed

[@fukngroovnkc3700]

@Gary Hassani congratulations your almost smart as a hamster

[@boscopappas234]

I’m sure he’s traveling well. He’s probably to the 4th circle of Hell by this point.

[@mamabagaskara]

No Celebrity death has hit me this hard..oh Tony, Tony. I feel like I have lost a close friend and I don't even know you. I just enjoy watching your adventure on tv and listen to your insights through your deep voice. I will sorely miss you. I don't know when I will get over that you are gone. May you rest in peace.

[@debbiewatson6508]

Asti Upiastirin I feel the same 😔

[@alexandraferreira561]

True :-( RIP !

[@alexandraferreira561]

True, i feel the same! So hard ...RIP ! Dear Anthony Bourdain!

[@TheSonnyjim1000]

Also feel the same, good video by the way, sad that Tony ain't with us anymore...I would love to ask him whyyyyyyy????? He had everything going for him. (Sigh)

[@STAYFREE707]

Asti Upiastirin it's been months and I'm still devastated. I watched The last episodes with a lump in my throat, bursting into tears every time he hid his teeth/smile. It is a moment of vulnerability that immediately comes to mind when he is mentioned. What a beautiful, beautiful soul. You were indeed beautiful in every way Anthony. You're always with me. You made me believe in myself in crisis, when you made me believe that no matter how I am or what I've gone through in 43 years, anything is possible and if I stay humble and genuine, success, whatever that means to me is achievable and even more. He made me start writing and composing again. I was in the nightmare of alcoholism, hopelessness, insecurity and suicidal behavior when I picked up Kitchen Confidential and another book and another book for a month until I had read them all. He never addressed what I was going through except the drug use then giving them up, but those books drew me in and inspired me like nothing I had read before. His writing left me thinking " I want to do THAT! , I want to be that!, I'm going to do that!" I've written a song I'll be putting up for free, called Chambourd Hotel. The title may seem a bit morbid, but I'm sure anyone who loves Anthony will get how uplifting it is, just like he was. Thank you, Anthony. If I ever become half as incredible as you were, I'll always make sure to acknowledge your gift to me, and everyone one else who got to experience your light.😪

[@efrainrodarte6395]

One of the truly coolest people ever

[@brunoghezzi5957]

Bourdain was a true artist, a genuine human being and uncommonly honest with everyone he was with. His programs never deviated from uncompromising decency and humanity for all the million miles he travelled. Without wanting to become one, he was an ambassador for the human race. RIP to a wonderful example of the best of people...

[@angellacanfora]

That rare guest who Letterman truly respected. RIP Tony.

[@dressedtosmellgood]

Yeah you can see his joy interviewing him. Usually Letterman makes me groan but this was nice.

[@steveconn]

Kirk Douglas, Rickles, Jerry Lewis...plenty of people Dave respected.

[@billwhelpley6825]

Pretty obvious after his first appearance, Letterman enjoyed him, the audience liked him = another appearance, and another...

[@podcasterat1542]

Jerry Seinfeld, Regis, Howard Stern, Green Day, Foo Fighters, Tina Fey, Bill Clinton, Tom Brokaw, The Obamas, Bill Murray, Chris Rock and let's not forget Warren Zevon. And I could go on!!!

[@philosopher0076]

He didn't "truly respect" him...he LIKED him. Letterman respected lots of people that came on his show...not rare at all.

[@madparty9028]

Letterman: 'It seems like a great wild exciting colorful life being a chef, being a cook. Working in restaurants and stuff'. The Great Bourdain: 'The Child's dream of running a pirate crew' ...

[@anasalco1392]

This video made me remember how much I love his voice :(

[@amylee3531]

I don't know if you will see this since you posted a year ago. But not 3 minutes ago I just found this. Thought many would enjoy it as much as I will!! It's him doing his full audiobook reading (as best I can tell! Such a soothing voice! ✌ Watch "Anthony Bourdain - A Cook's Tour (Audiobook, 2001)[FULL]" on KZbin kzbin.info/www/bejne/j52xcqeCoad4ZpY

[@anasalco1392]

@@amylee3531 you're an Angel!! Thank you so much for the link. I'm looking forward to hearing it.

[@240fxst]

Mr. Bourdain seemed like a person that I have known personally for years yet i have never met him. His shows were one of my favorite programs. Parts unknown, Layover. RIP

[@BoredCertified]

I will never get over the loss of this man. If somebody this awesome, this cool, this self assured wound up losing his battle with his depression, what is the damn point of trying to fight mine? I spiraled for months after he left us. I'm here. I'm fighting. But Tony is always in the back of my mind. He's a lesson in the permanent solution to a temporary problem. He haunts me. He's got a small part of my heart forever. RIP Tony. Bourdain forever. Bless.

[@gam3inglik3apro]

Tony maybe never knew how many people he would really affect with his suicide and the thing I hope you take away is that there will always be people who will miss you. Your comment is a year old but I hope you’re doing well and please don’t give up

[@GregMcGarvey]

Hope you're doing OK.

[@whatstwelveohnine]

“Athletic, angry oyster” 😂😂😂 Silver-tongued legend. We miss you so much ❤

[@ApeOfGrape]

I find it so bizarre to watch Bourdain to answer questions like a well prepared interview at his next job. That first interview with Letterman just felt like a guy that just hit the mainstream and knew he needed to capitalize. And he totally did. His charisma, sense of humor, and quick wit took charge and the prepared Q and A was easily overshadowed by his charm. Man, I miss Anthony. I've never had a crush or an infatuation with any celebrity, but Bourdain changed my life. I travel. And I travel often. All of it was inspired by Bourdain and it has been the most meaningful contribution to my life that ever will be! When he left us, I cried. And every time I was reminded of him, I broke apart. I couldn't watch his show for years. The No Reservations theme song plays on my iPod (guess I'm that old) and I stop to give thanks to the man that changed my life and broke my heart.

[@doyler369]

That was a nice epithet

[@P.Ross192]

A comedian, an intellectual, a writer, a chef, a producer.. truly a talent in so many aspects.

[@wisterV]

His honesty made him hilarious.

[@spoonface9698]

One of things I miss dearly about Tony is his storytelling. You are THERE w/ him; he sets the scene and the tone so well. I am incredibly shy and self conscious (which Tony was too, he was just really well spoken so you could never tell). Tony was my hero. Still is. Tony - Thank you for making me brave. I love you.

[@celebtrvl]

I will miss him forever. The coolest, most extraordinary storyteller, traveler and uniter of countries ever. Open to everything and everyone. What a god damn loss!!!

[@willvr4]

Thank you so much for this. I don't give a damn when some celebrity dies who I've never met, but Bourdain was a true inspiration to me. The only time in my life I've cried when I heard someone died that I've never met.

[@theAdmurl498]

I'm with you on this Will.

[@andrewhigdon8346]

Same here except for Chris Cornell, which also made me cry. And seemed way too close together.

[@robertgrabos6601]

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[@stacysmith7387]

Bordain, Robin Williams, David Bowie.

[@willvr4]

@@andrewhigdon8346 Chester Bennington as well. Maybe it's because their pain inspired their art that was unmatched.

[@sandraolsen8549]

"Food has the power to make an impression" well said. RIP.

[@cathymon51]

What a good looking charismatic man

[@cjhamm361]

I didn't know you could see me, but thanks!

[@singlesideman]

Such a huge loss, a rare, real, passionate and smart ambassador for the world. Nothing about him was inauthentic - always genuine, and connected to the people and cultures around us, and to what it means to be human, in the most humble and elevated ways at the same time. There is something strangely perfect about the band's closer, 'Not A Second Time' by The Beatles. We miss you Tony.

[@Grisbi6]

I've always been a Bourdain fan, but I hadn't known what a good guest he was on talk shows. I really miss him...

[@amyfishervoiceovers]

held his own from day one. miss you man.

[@chandrad4091]

So sweet, humble, genuine n hilarious. All love 💞💚💞💚

[@alexandercorrigan507]

The entire industry cried that day. We All miss you Tony.

[@rogerfournier3284]

Witty, very witty!!! No cerebral thinking...High intellect...NO BS!!!

[@lolalark7021]

Roger Fournier just an over all cool guy, ya know? Like the rock and roll chef with a quick wit. Safe Travels Tony. See you on the flip side. Miss you!

[@Peacesign1013]

That was great! Love David Lettermen and Anthony Bourdain. Great to see all those shows.

[@auntihooha]

I miss this man. I sobbed when I heard the news. Anthony Bourdain was the real deal, and the world is a worse place without his passion, his knowledge, his curiosity and his heart. RIP AB.

[@underthetornado]

Surviving heavy duty line cooking, it's one of the toughest jobs I ever did. This guy made cooking fun with his great story telling. So sorry he left early. Will be forever missed.

[@katevielle4263]

He was so charming and magnetic. Hope he's onto his next adventure x

[@annecorrenty733]

R.I.P Anthony we all miss you so much.

[@jeffbrown8117]

These clips make me realize, sadly, we’ll never get an episode of “My Next Guest...” with Bourdain talking about his life, his depression, his happiness, etc etc. RIP, Anthony. Your death hit me harder than I thought it would. Up there wish Robin Williams and Chris Cornell.

[@twills22]

So sad he is gone, my heart breaks for his family. RIP Anthony and thank you for entertaining and educating the masses.

[@penmuni3833]

7:47 Making Dave laugh out loud several times is a feat of its own. Tony did it effortlessly.

[@Madelyn5454]

I am so enjoying the charm and wit of Anthony Bourdain with ever increasing sadness .. why ? What a loss ! Rip

[@Latabrine]

I worked in 6 restaurants. It's a trip! It's exactly like Tony says! I was a server, but most of the time my best, funniest, raunchiest buddies were the kitchen staff. They're all crazy! RIP Tony Bourdain!❤

[@yomamajk6882]

Its a fucking Pirate ship

[@robstimson4234]

Letterman asks the same 4-5 questions in 3 consecutive encounters, and Bourdain is cheerfully 3 strokes ahead of Dave 4 outta four times. Ep 3 is the best Sit Down comedy since Joan Rivers on Carson. Anthony Bourdain rest in peace.

[@dancygr]

Rob Stimson Letterman did this to relax his guests by asking a question they know well and probably lets them know before hand to be honest.

[@coffeeabuse]

Yeah I noticed the repetition as well. I figure that with high-stakes network TV it's intentional.

[@alexokin6819]

Someone had to say it

[@Dunwyche]

"The smell of failure, french toast." Classic, miss you Tony. Thx for the post.

[@NothingMaster]

He was an incredibly fascinating human being, with a most captivating personality. Tragically enough, he wasn’t entertained by his own inner journey, and didn’t think that he deserved the fame! RIP

[@tiffsaver]

After watching this, it's amazing how Bourdain could handle himself so well, in so many situations... from his travel videos, to prime time TV, he could do it all, and always with grace, wisdom, and humor. I think that he was one of the greatest wits ever to grace the small screen, and in the years and decades to come, his fame will only grow.

[@wrldtvlr2]

Has anyone else noticed that the song played at the beginning of the 2005 interview is "You Get What You Give" by New Radicals? Eerily and tragically foreboding. Rest in Peace, Anthony Bourdain. :'(

[@guineveredawn]

Dave was so engaged and the conversation just flowed. We will miss you, Tony!!

[@1houroflove186]

It's cool that Dave _truly_ enjoyed Anthony Bourdain.

[@patregan7124]

what a great first interview

[@haunted_lunchbox]

Thank you for this ❤️ Rip Tony We still miss you every day!!! 💔💔

[@Phyche18]

Very enjoyable to watch and remember him. Anthony is so entertaining. Thank you for posting this composition.

[@LollieVox]

Been watching these Letterman compilations every day, yesterday I watched Fran Lebowitz. David was great at interviewing & it really comes thru in these compilations.

[@alextownsend4706]

Thank you!!! Anthony always told great stories on Letterman!!

[@Qolus]

This is my first time seeing him interviewed. On No Reservations, though he seemed happy, he had almost an arrogant edge; he was a badass. It breaks my heart now, to see how self-effacing and agreeable he is. Brilliant good people who take their lives seem to have this in common. :.../

[@balerjohnson3099]

A rock star in the cooking world who brought it all to the rest of us ..Thanks to Anthony you are sorely missed .

[@rolo8966]

Gosh, what a loss! I'd like to replicate Asti's commentary... His passing hit me real hard, I also felt as I've lost a close friend. He was a genius with words, both written and spoken, his wit and funny statements got the best of my laughs. Immense loss! Thank you Don for this great collection, great tribute to Anthony Bourdain.

[@moonstruck562]

He had such a way w words... 💔

[@craigchastain7016]

That guy..listening to Kitchen Confidential at night. Mix that up with his narration of said book - - ""Who cooks?:

[@nehemiah9190]

Bourdain and Letterman actually get along really well, Anthony comes off as a bit shy at the beginning and then opens up and hilarity ensues.

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

I love your collections, Don Giller!

[@dongiller]

Thanks!

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

@@dongiller You really are terrific.

[@martymartin2894]

I was going through some dark depression myself a few months ago when I discovered no reservations on netflix I loved his humour and down to earth personality it cheered me up. I remember thinking what a happy life this man has. I'm shocked that he would committ suicide.

[@pam0626]

Marty Martin He was such a smart and empathetic man who maybe felt too much.

[@jinvid]

Thanks so much for posting these. I still cannot believe he’s gone. He was such an exuberant personality. It truly makes no sense.

[@loganknoll]

Jin Luncheonmeats just drives home the point that you never really know what’s going on in another’s inner world ..

[@esquibelle]

I miss him. Watch No Reservations episodes nearly every day. Anthony ~ He left us so much beautiful work and was so beloved.

[@karenkaren3189]

You can see how the years affected him. Alcohol, hard work, travel, smoking, sun exposure, drugs, depression. He looked so young in 2000 and so beaten up right before he died.

[@johnnyt3392]

It happens to most everyone regardless of alcohol or drug abuse. It's called aging, and generally speaking men age more gracefully than women.

[@RaiRaiBrown]

I will always be heartbroken over his passing, I remember feeling there was something wrong under the surface whenever I watched for years. However, the more recent episodes he seemed tired, drained, disinterested, less involved and very pained usually he's pained but also wonderfully real a fabulous orator. It's so rare to have gifts like his in entertainment nowadays. Now what do we watch for inspiration?.

[@loganknoll]

What a loss . I miss his voice so much

[@lesliescott2362]

What a witty intelligent articulate man. What a loss. It makes me sad to know he was in such pain.

[@rcelestefelix9299]

Truly a citizen of the world who respected everyone everywhere. Now in this time of immigrant bashing, it's good to hear a white man speak up in their defense. I had read his book years ago, and just like in this interview, he called out the injustice of a two tiered restaurant business where the Hispanics worked the hardest and were responsible for the heavy work that kept the restaurants going and were treated and paid the worse. He said that in 20 years, he never had one white person apply for any of the lowest kitchen jobs that they feel are beneath them, and it's the Hispanics who do the jobs the whites are unwilling to do. The world lost a truly gentle soul and is the poorer for it.

[@bertrice999]

calm down. fake narrative

[@thomasrainbow]

@@bertrice999 Wow the hatred in you is real. How's that goin for ya?

[@thomasrainbow]

Great comment. RIP Uncle Tony

[@jdlc903]

What-how do make a post about anthony bourdain about flooding job markets with foreign workers to suppress wages-and some bullshit racism about whites not having work ethic.you are so messed and a shill for big capital How are we supposed to buy homes and get okay jobs when ppl like you insist that immigrants deserve all the jobs and whites deserve to be homeless and poor go fuck yourself.

[@LFernandoG]

@@jdlc903 if you exercise your reading abilities, you would notice that NO white man ever approached his restaurant asking for the tough jobs. So all your rethoric about "therr takin our jebs", and white people deserve to be homeless (the need to lie to prove a point removes any credibility), is complete bullshit...

[@wandafischetti1186]

Thanks Don for tribute. Miss Athony so much.

[@MsMagzy]

thanks for posting...still heartbroken......reading & rereading some of his books...... his spirit lives on....

[@luciennedespota909]

Thank you, thank you... He brought us the world... May you continue your wonderful journey, Tony.

[@lorrainehines3438]

Thanks for this. I was a big fan. I really enjoyed his visits with Dave. He was a great writer. I got introduced to him when i read Kitchen Confidential and followed him from then on. Tragic!

[@spoonface9698]

I liked the world better when you were in it. I miss you Tony.

[@11matt11]

Don, as usual, you are amazing. Thought of this and you this morning, and here it is. Thank you so much. RIP Anthony. You helped make foodies who ate better, of millions around the world.

[@DSherman50]

A true pleasure to watch, I noticed his eyes actually seemed to sparkle. My heart goes out to his wife and daughter.

[@SM-td5ix]

Thank you for sharing

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

“And then they wheel in this thing on a gurney and tubby sits down and goes crazy.” Every aspect of that was hilarious 😂

[@tanafarnsworth]

I didn't follow this guy....saw his show in passing. But he is so obviously articulate, witty, well spoken, entertaining, and real. Such a loss to our world, and I only hope he is soaring in his new life.

[@MultiRabe]

Nice! Its still hard to believe that a person as loved & admired as he was WORLD WIDE, as rich & famous as he was, could be so depressed that he'd take his own life! Its gonna take a little longer for some to get over this tragedy...Rip man

[@Beastlybeast71]

Whenever I see him an interview it always strikes me how he really tries to connect with the other person. He doesnt really play to the audience, and it's so clear when a joke doesnt hit, or he stumbles over a word he FEELS it, he immediately displays pacifying motions; rubbing fingers together, pulling at clothes. That's what anxiety looks like. Thank you for all the hours of entertainment Mr.Bourdain

[@jitterbug121]

Tony was such a nice man RIP

[@amylee3531]

Have to add: As a previous chef that ran a restaurant, I can 100% say, yes..yes kitchens are in fact like a Mexican Prison Gang 😄 When we cook/prep we work really hard. We all swear alot, we all throw stuff, we all are control freaks. But somehow, it just works. I went from a closed kitchen(behind a wall with a swing door like most to seperate customers from kitchen) to a fully open kitchen. No barrier at all. That took some time to adjust lol

[@ScottWDoyle]

An American treasure.

[@classygary]

Scott W. Doyle He’s a treasure in Uruguay too ?

[@StefanVanNunen]

Thank you so much for uploading this!

[@kevinodonnell261]

Agreed. Thanks so much. ^^

[@Nixcoffee]

Tank you for this...still so sad by this..

[@farahnaz8885]

Rip Anthony Bourdain. Great loss for the world 😢 You will be dearly missed 💔

[@peter-radiantpipes2800]

I’m do glad I got to go to a Q and A and talk here in my town with him. Got me into serious cooking 15 yrs ago

[@Devpow9]

Thank you for sharing these appearances.

[@ectofix8447]

Thanks for sharing, Don. I thoroughly enjoyed that.

[@aaronboren5851]

"What did it taste like," "not like chicken."

[@chrislaramie1397]

I miss him so much

[@west4coast77]

Thanks for posting these clips Don. Man... re-watched No Boundaries "Tokyo Nights" the other day. Such a talented, insightful, hyper-intelligent and humorous dude... He left a legacy.

[@winterramos4527]

Ken Stewart likewise

[@nthomas87]

Favorite episode of his of any show he did. I’ve never done acid but I imagine the experince must be similar to the 44 minutes of that episode.

[@pandorafox3944]

A nice tribute. Thanks for the post.

[@martinamcdonald5714]

Really love Tony , it's the first time I've ever written anything about anyone I'm so taken by him. Binging on everything about him on u tube and Netflix. Rip.

[@frankkolton1780]

I read Kitchen Confidential years ago and loved it. Liked all his programs too. I'll eventually read his other books too, but I'll wait another couple years, his passing is still too much of a sad tragedy.

[@TheWardBond]

We should all be more like Anthony x

[@pianogus]

No other big media personality has been more authentic and plain real than Anthony Bourdain.

[@joycebagley6450]

This was great! Thanks for posting. I miss him so much. What a personality....RIP Anthony.

[@hotvision]

He called Rachel Ray "the traveling deadbeat" haha I love Tony, bless this man's honesty and spirit.

[@hypnotechno]

beautiful gentle man

[@elessar5848]

What a shame...what a loss...what a beautiful man Bourdain was.

[@soulscanner66]

Great guest for Letterman. They have a natural back and forth and share a sense of humor. Sorry to see him go.

[@larryscott3982]

Guy Souriandt One of the guests. He was just naturally funny and witty and streetwise.

[@sovbo101]

thank you Don. I'm still missing Anthony.

[@rcampbell4967]

Anthony never had a cooking show that I remember, but he was fantastically gifted at a food show and to this day is a legend in what he did. RIP, sir.

[@chandrad4091]

God I love Anthony, please come back to us!!!

[@aarongreene2]

Thank you for posting this collage.

[@dedebee2815]

Tony !? Something i will not understand never. Loved you soooo much.

[@whiskeyricard]

He may have been a great chef, but his artistic medium was words. He ranks up there with the greatest writers in history in painting pictures with words. I miss him.