Dave And Amy Carter Call Rosalynn Carter | Letterman

Dave checks in with the former First Lady.
(From "Late Night," air date: 6/4/82)
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[@keithgrillo8096]

Amazing that Amy appeared on Dave’s show. She always kept out of the limelight . My sincerest condolences to the Carter family.

[@doktortutankamazon31]

She was arrested with Abbie Hoffman protesting CIA recruitment in colleges.

[@billrobbins5874]

2025, first time seeing, very sweet and Mr Letterman a gentleman. Thoughts and prayers to the Carter Family.

[@nostraa6125]

Very shy, sweet and natural young lady. She's unlike many other kids of famous people, who are loud, often spoiled, and obnoxious. Dave was very respectful of her shyness, which is nice.

[@MarcusAurelius7777]

This is called old Southern politeness, which doesn't exist today except maybe 1%...

[@gubernatorial1723]

Well, he had a reserved mother and probably a lot of other relatives like that. My mother's side are filled with them -- mind you, I found them tiresome as heck.

[@shackdaddy7106]

There are a lot of kids of unknown people who are loud, spoiled, and obnoxious.

[@TonyWud]

Amy was arrested protesting South African apartheid. @@shackdaddy7106

[@glowilk5377]

That’s very unfair to make a blanket statement of famous peoples’ kids like that. Making generalizations like that is a dumb idea .

[@CarmenGonzalez-i3o]

She was so innocent, sweet, and kind. God bless her

[@heyokakoyeh]

Still is

[@Bev77]

She was so young. I loved her dad and still do. Her parents were so decent and did so much for others. RIP Mrs. Carter you were a wonderful example of America. God bless you President Carter and your family.

[@nuttybar9]

They didn't do anything for Whites

[@1burnman]

Absolutely

[@KnoxCarmack-du1oo]

He was not an example of America. But he was an example of what America should be , which you probably mean.

[@monika_martin]

Her demeanor seems to me to be very similar to her father. At the same time, she's a 14-year-old girl, shy and very adorable. I loved when she told her mom not to believe Dave's comments about the window sill! Thank you to whom ever is running this channel for sharing this. I'm a teenager and still learning about President Carter's legacy and this puts some things in perspective.

[@valerieg9494]

The Carters are such a wonderful family. RIP, Mrs. Carter.

[@joyceroberts6979]

I met her out shopping and she was so gracious and unassuming and kind. We all miss your father and mother! ❤

[@PandoraJonesmodel]

Things could have been so much better if only Reagan hadn't stolen the election

[@reneebraxton1032]

She has wonderful parents. She is blessed.

[@Magdalenkaization]

And her brothers are too. Only one thing is a bit sad, IMHO: that Jeffrey is the only one whose marriage survived (his wife Annette died 5 years ago).

[@DouglasRichardson-er4ky]

Best wishes to The Carters, they did SO MUCH GOOD IN THE WORLD 💙🇺🇲🤠

[@b0borden437]

The Carter's lived amazing lives and really were wonderful people who helped so many many people in the world.

[@cherylmahaffey6184]

I can’t believe how much she looks like her dad. That was funny about the windowsill. Girl had to leave her mark.

[@lasandralucas7314]

Fun interview with David, he helped her with her shyness and made her laugh.

[@rocketreindeer]

Very sweet kid. God bless her and their fam. I like how Rosalynn mentioned Amy was Dave's #1 fan. Super shy and then, "mom, don't listen to Dave!" Ha ha!

[@JJJZANESVILLE2]

good peeple

[@PthaloGreen2]

You can tell that Amy and Mrs. Carter really love one another. I get a big kick out of how "Mom" was a bit upset about the black dress, though.😉 How cute is that? And about the windowsill that Amy frequented! Just so touching. What lovely people.

[@Magdalenkaization]

Mom and Dad waited soooo long to have Amy! And when she appeared they jumped with joy!

[@johnpelletier7641]

She is so delightful, and had two great parents.

[@JohnGrissom-h1e]

She's very sincere and not easily intimidated. I'm glad she still maintained her composure.

[@rizzo3170]

Amy Carter is like really kinda iconic for those of us who were kids and grew up in the 70s. Loved her and loved her parents. RIP Mrs. Carter.

[@KungEMuller]

Now, this was an iconic interview. Way to go, Dave!

[@christ1159]

Mrs Carter had the loveliest voice.

[@triciajohansen7124]

@@christ1159 she was a southern belle.

[@larrydirtybird]

I agree. And her accent is beautiful.

[@davidlincolnbrooks]

Bless her heart. A sweet country Southern girl.

[@denisefreitas6727]

She's so shy and she looked nervous, poor thing!

[@jfjoubertquebec]

Just a good normal person. We are not used to seeing real people on TV.

[@RubSLee-oj6nk]

Who?

[@jfjoubertquebec]

Dave. @@RubSLee-oj6nk

[@RubSLee-oj6nk]

@jfjoubertquebec Yeah, Letterman, cool guy

[@jedijones]

@@jfjoubertquebec This early Dave is definitely more awkward than the much more confident loudmouth he became a few years later.

[@93Jubilee]

What a delightful young lady she was. And God bless her now at this difficult time in her life.

[@kathrynlayfield9599]

Thrilled to see and hear Dave Letterman and a very grown up Amy Carter. My sincere condolences to Amy and all of her family. We admired and loved your mother, she was a kind and elegant first lady. She respected others and always conducted herself with grace and dignity. Losing a parent is always a very emotional time, no matter if we knew that it was possibly going to happen soon. Stay safe and God Bless you and your family.

[@furbabies3momma]

That was a lovely tribute & condolence for the Carter family! ❣️✝️❣️

[@Molly9Malone]

I agree… perfect tribute! ❤

[@judithshultes1474]

And just recently her dad. I saw a clip of when President Carter was on David's show. Very funny!

[@peggysimpson7605]

She's so sweet here, looking like her dad. Condolences to the entire Carter family.

[@msjannd4]

Here after watching her at her father's funeral yesterday; this just popped up in my feed. Gosh, so many years have passed!

[@lucyjackson9408]

Me too! Refreshing to see how innocent she was. Loved that her mother asked if the black dress made her look too old😂 I wasn’t allowed to wear a black dress until I was 18 bc it was considered to seductive 😁The eulogies to Jimmy by his nephew, Gerald Fords son and the governor were nostalgic and an amazing testimony to a life well lived and were a pleasure to listen to.

[@moonandstars4690]

Thank you for playing this video for all of us who have always loved and admired President Carter and first lady Rosalynn Carter, Amy Carter is a shining example of her Parents and family. To hear Mrs Carter voice once again brought tears to my eyes. This loving couple has shown the world what true unconditional love for humanity is all about. The Carter's have always lived by example. My sincere condolences to the Carter family. RIP Mrs Rosalynn Carter💖🙏

[@DoctorJoanieTool]

I’m so glad the Letterman crew posted this. The Carters are beautiful people. Dedicated to service. I am so sad tonight. ☮️

[@KCBfly25]

I always remember Amy & her cat Mr. Malarky Ying Yang!! What a beautiful family. Rest in peace, Pres. & Mrs. Carter.

[@contessa7437]

She was so gracious! It had to be overwhelming setting for such a softspoken young lady. What a nice trip down memory lane! I was fascinated with her in the White House because we are about the same age.

[@229BlackHat]

Man that was fast! Plains Ga is about 12 miles from me right now, so thank you for the timely upload on behalf of all of us here in the area. Her institute actually funded a job I had for a year doing IT work for the local nursing school here, and it was one of my favorite jobs I’ve had thus far. She was a treasure, and will be missed. Edit: was referring to Rosalynn, didn’t realize the interview was mainly with Amy. Still really cool to see this!

[@marydarby6740]

Such a sweet, and very reserved, young lady! So much like her mama!💜

[@NelsonVlog66]

I remember watching this when it was originally broadcast. Mom, dad, my brother, and myself happened to be up late that night. Mom and dad got a kick out of this. Much love goes out to the Carter family. Rest in peace, Mrs. Carter

[@zoso73]

What an interview! My condolences to the Carter family.

[@dreamcatcher5502]

I'm so sorry Amy. Sending you and your family lots of love ❤

[@marthavillegas6250]

Lovely Amy. Sincerely condolences to the Carter Family. 🌹🕊️🌹RIP

[@davediamond9436]

when she spoke at her mothers funeral a couple of days ago she is still this shy girl

[@bobbiewallace4008]

Yes RIP Mrs Carter. You were loved

[@juliejerkoff]

This was so cute and sweet. Hahaha David was very kind to Amy.

[@robinwagner3293]

This is so cute. Amy was so shy. I have been to Plains, Georgia and met both her parents there. I'm grateful that I had that opportunity. Plains is a small town, but a great place if you love peanuts.

[@cnath3466]

This was a fabulous interview, thanks for posting it. Amy was so natural on stage, such a sweet young lady. God bless the Carter family.

[@Sealust50]

It's not hard to tell that she was extremely shy, BUT if ANYBODY could bring a person out of their shell and make them laugh, Dave could - and he did!

[@ponceperales1041]

Today, Sunday 29 December 2024, President Carter left this very troubled world. My deepest condolences to his children. A wonderful young Amy. Those were the times. Her parents did a lot of good work in the world. I hope that I will visit Plain, Georgia, one day. To visit their house. To honor their legacy.

[@heiltd1286]

Coming from High Wycombe England I feel I must do the same. This man is a hero of mine.

[@Always_ponder]

Second that 👍

[@JAHughes1988]

She seems so kind and loving.

[@Magdalenkaization]

Like mother, like daughter!

[@nydwarf1]

RIP Rosalynn Carter

[@kenzierocks1240]

I’m a gal and 3 years older than Amy. I remember seeing pictures of her…maybe it was on the nightly news or something and being envious of the tree house (I think her dad built for her?) at the White House. I wish DL could’ve interviewed her a bit longer because she started out so shyly and was getting more comfortable at the end. When Mrs. Carter said she’d had a long life, regarding the finishing up of her autobiography, she probably never imagined herself living another 42 years to 96. She was a dear lady. Condolences to Amy and her entire family.

[@flyingjazz5193]

These dozen minutes with Amy Carter and four with her mom show how genuinely wonderful Rosalynn Carter was both as a public figure and as a parent. That combination was just as hard back then as it is today. It's also clear why Amy is there from the smile on her face when looking at Dave and from the timing of her laughter at his jokes and the joy in Rosalynn's voice when she says Amy is Letterman's number-one-fan.

[@PthaloGreen2]

This just touches my heart on every level. So charming.

[@nyccolm]

So sweet. Comes from a good family.

[@cindymaceda2999]

When 14-year-olds were innocents.

[@1marianne]

Great interview. I don't think she ever did another one. Love that she was Dave's biggest fan.Thoughts are with Amy tonight and the Carter family. Sending love.

[@roccoz2231]

She popped up in a 60 Minutes interview with Jimmy Carter in 2009 or 2010. Carter was promoting his White House Diaries book. It was probably Amy's first television interview since this Letterman appearance.

[@PthaloGreen2]

​@@roccoz2231oh, I'd love to find that! But I don't think she ever did another solo interview, did she?

[@roccoz2231]

@@PthaloGreen2 It's still on KZbin. Just type in Jimmy Carter's White House Diary.

[@coqui8164]

I was 13 when President Carter was elected and being an Alabamian was thrilled a Southerner was in the White House. Several years ago my mother had the privilege of hearing former President Carter teach Sunday School in Plains and the group she was with had photo taken with President Carter afterwards. Rosalyn was a gracious woman who loved her family and the world fiercely.

[@Monster2089]

Stumbled upon this just now. My biggest regret will be not having the opportunity to meet President Carter in person. Carters were out-of-this dark world and they have proudly returned to their Lord for trying to make things better for us, mortals. Amy is a beautiful woman. My hearts breaks for her and her brothers. May the parents rest in a beautiful sleep until we all are raised again.

[@susanhd4296]

Cute kiddo. She was at the awkward stage and it took courage to go on TV. Some of the comments about her looks are so obnoxious. Show us pictures of you at this age. She’s refreshing. No makeup. Give her a break. With her hair and smile, she shines.

[@andrewj9831]

Agree....being 14, being on TV show on her own. These days now I'm sure Obama, Trump, Bush, etc teenage children would have had a "PR" person with what to ask.

[@bapples]

God bless Amy and the Carters ❤️

[@93Jubilee]

Yes. It was so moving, so touching, to hear the mother/daughter conversation. God bless Amy and all of the family.

[@brandysdandycrafts]

She was adorable ❤this is priceless.

[@cindymaceda2999]

😂😂😂Amy: “Don’t listen to what he said about the windah.” 😂

[@우사민-r3c]

Amy Carter is 56 now! May her mother Rosayln rest in peace for eternity.

[@kevincorcoran6493]

The same age her father was when he left office

[@우사민-r3c]

@@kevincorcoran6493 Is that right? He was still pretty young!

[@kevincorcoran6493]

@@우사민-r3c yes one of the youngest retiring presidents

[@sherry2818]

We are forever proud of this First Family! 💥💥💥💥

[@jaredjlinden]

We need more people like the Carters. President and Mrs. Carter returned to their hometown after his term in office was complete, to live in the same modest home they lived in previously (the last previous president to do so was Harry Truman). They’ve spent their golden years giving back to the community. Their kids seemingly have not tried to capitalize on dad’s fame in order to line their pockets, and they’ve stayed out of the spotlight. They have set a fine example for others to follow.

[@nuttybar9]

They never did anything for the Whites.

[@bridgetw.5328]

I love, admire and respect the Carters. Pres. Carter was the first president that I voted for, and there isn't a day that goes by that makes me more prouud of votingn for him over Ronald Reagan who was a horrible president, without the morals and ethics of Jimmy Carter. RIP to one of the most intelligent, kind and loving first ladies ever in Rosalynn Carter, champion of mental health issues and who worked side by side with Pres. Carter on Habitat for Humanity, one of the most worthwile things any president has championed. Love the Carters as if they were family. I already miss Rosalynn, and Pres. Carter will be with her when God calls him home ❤❤

[@nuttybar9]

@@bridgetw.5328 Are you stuck in another dimension ?Reagan was a way better President than Carter could have ever hoped to have been.

[@terri5757]

Jimmy Carter was elected President the night I went into Labor with my oldest daughter. I got to watch the whole election coverage between contractions.

[@jakevendrotti1496]

​@@nuttybar9Reagan was a terrible president. He's the reason our healthcare became for profit. Get with the times.

[@KevinHirst664]

RIP Roslyn. Our family had the pleasure of meeting her and Jimmy in 2011 on a central PA trout stream. They’re both avid fly fisherman like us. We offer our sincere condolences to their family during this difficult time.

[@williamthomas1]

This is so sweet, thanks Dave and you too Amy :)

[@philmabarak5421]

Watching this the day of President Carter's funeral. Almost in tears. RIP.

[@Rosie-wj1le]

Such amazing god fearing real people. An example to all of us.

[@why-jw3od]

Kindness and caring would cure the US.

[@jessicachapman2227]

It's been a long time since I've seen this interview. Classic Dave and Amy held her own. She beamed when her mom commented, "she's usually right." I was 15 when this aired, and Amy was 14. Time flies!

[@AaronDanieltenni]

RIP Mrs. Carter.

[@amyschneidhorst1384]

This shows what a terrific reviewer Dave was pulling answers out of such a shy guest.

[@monika_martin]

That's one of the things I came away with as well. People tend to think talk show hosts can't be good interviewers, but he proved them wrong, especially here. Also, this was aired the first year that Late Night was on the air. So long ago.

[@lamars2486]

This 14 year old is a grandma now? Shes incredibly intelligent, and like her mom 👍 her mom and dad let their kids find their own path. Good kids, good adults. 😊

[@BigWiltonWilt]

Amy doesn’t have grandchildren yet. Hugo is 24 with no kids and her other son is 16 I think

[@Magdalenkaization]

@@BigWiltonWilt Errol Flynn is only 13 years old (born in 2010: he is younger than Henry and Thomas Carter, sons of her eldest nephew Jason; they were born respectively in 2006 and 2008). All of her brothers already have grandchildren.

[@slay2483]

I can really see and hear her Dad in her. Her soft voice is very much reminiscent of his voice.

[@deedeew4040]

I watched the memorial service of First Lady Roselyn Carter. RIP.

[@marvalstith2749]

Just delightful . . . can't remember knowing Amy had worked as a Page. Seem to recall the news back in the day made her seem precocious. I'm quite proud of how she handled her conversation with Mr.Letterman....lol. Great appreciation for the service her parents gave to this nation, the world. God Bless and keep the family strong. EDIT - - 1-10-2025 still so very wonderful.!!!!

[@RosePetal17]

They are a very special family. We lived in Montgomery County, MD for three years because my father was the foreign correspondent for a Toronto newspaper. We have a wonderful picture of my dad meeting President Carter at the White House. Amy is such a sweet young girl here. My deep condolences to the Carter family on the loss of Rosalynn * Condolences to the family on the passing of President Jimmy Carter. He truly was one of a kind🙏🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻

[@janh519]

Condolences again due to the loss of President Carter on 12-29-2024. 🙏

[@GAR54]

Was nice to see Amy with her dad today at Rosalyn's memorial service. Condolences to the Carter family.

[@BigWiltonWilt]

Really nice

[@kristenjoyce2180]

I love it! Just regular people, this is what we need!

[@DeirdreQuinn-l9j]

She is so painfully shy and Dave had his work cutout for him. She such a sweet girl.

[@nativetexan9776]

She was so quiet and humble in public.

[@TonyWud]

41 years ago Rosalyn was saying she'd had a long life. Farewell.

[@kenzierocks1240]

She was about 54 here. She was born in August 1927. She was 40 when she had Amy and 49 when they entered The White House in 1977 and turned 50 the same year and left 4 years later. I commented the same thing too though. She probably never imagined she’d live another 42 years! EDIT: My apology as I misread your comment. Oh well for anyone possibly looking for a breakdown on her years, here it is LOL.

[@jakevendrotti1496]

​@@kenzierocks1240This was neat to read from someone born in '82, thanks for posting it. My mom loved President and Mrs. Carter, especially for sending Amy to a DC public school, which no other president has done

[@clydewatkins7712]

Very Sweet Girl, my Condolences to the Carter Family

[@KasperKali]

Dave can't hide the mischievous look in his eyes! 😂😅 He's a hot mess, lol Great interview ❤

[@mightymouse151]

I truly enjoyed watching this interview ❤

[@cindymaceda2999]

When there was still Innocence in America. 😢

[@tomfrantz]

I think if anything-J. Carter was an awesome father. Amy seems so balanced and having a good father-imprint. This kind of interview is very hard, and she was genuine as-all-get-out.

[@WhoDoctor-u2e]

Amy i remember you in the White House with your Mom and Dad. My condolences as you mourn your father.

[@DannyShaw3388]

What a lovely girl and a lovely family.

[@michaelfirman4700]

Rest easy, Mrs. Carter ❤

[@bridgetdrummond1721]

She is so polite and genuine. This is something we don't see in many teenagers of this day. I loved the look in her eye when asked about the Reagans. She had an opinion but wanted to be tactful and polite.

[@JJJZANESVILLE2]

I believe in them. They were/are good people. Amy was sweet.

[@annenyman678]

She is so sweet and brave to go on tv at 14.

[@lynndenault4212]

Must have been terrifying for Amy.

[@mikestevenson576]

Definitely and for a certain number of 14 year olds in those days, there was no choice in the matter. The idea of being in David Letterman's chair was a fantasy you didn't say no to.

[@patrickplummer1027]

sorry about Your Mom, Amy, no good timing but losing a parent days before Thanksgiving is awful! Prayers and condolences

[@marypullin9865]

She is so adorable!

[@nicecatholicgrl]

A few of my friends and I were. About Amy's age when they were in the white house! We always thought she was roller skating probably I'm the halls or riding down the rails of the stairs! But down side was ways having someone watch you! But how awesome it must have been to have friend come spend the nite with you in the white house!

[@charlenemack7040]

I’ve never read anything bad about Amy Carter.

[@contessa7437]

Dave, Please tell Barbara to invite Amy to be on the Barbara Gaines show!!!

[@douglassauvageau7262]

I LOVE how Amy's face lit-up at the sound of her mother's voice.

[@MS-wb5mf]

The contrast between this and Trump's older sons is like night and day .

[@thetreasurehouse1742]

I agree. Amy seemed so sweet and dignified.

[@jeffdawson2786]

Time goes by so quickly.

[@matthewwatson373]

She reminds me a lot of Sissy Spacik when she was younger.

[@lastcommodore9651]

I'm reminded of being nearly the same age as her and how I grew up watching Letterman ... the years have flown.

[@JillCrato]

I'm 60,Amy's 57.The press in 1977-80 only reported about every mistake Amy made as the First Daughter. I never knew she was so calm ,shy, or quiet.She really got a bad rap from the press when Jimmy was president. Poor kid.

[@YouMatter-UDo]

I had forgotten about this interview when Mom Carter peeked in. Came up in my YT suggestions today. Wishing sweet Any peace and healing from her losses the past couple of years.

[@larrydirtybird]

Just this past week at my high school I had new groups of students and had to do those first day of class icebreakers. I was laughing watching this video because she reminds me of my students. They are 14 and 15, the same age she was. And it was just as hard to get them to elaborate as it was for David Letterman to get Amy to do so. It’s like an interrogation, you keep asking them questions and they answer with one or two words and it’s almost impossible to get a conversation going. 🤣

[@privatepenguin3137]

The Carters...Class Act. It's unreal that Jimmy is only about 20 years older than the two candidates running next year.

[@texan903]

20 years is a great age difference.

[@privatepenguin3137]

@@texan903 True- but he was president nearly 50 years ago.

[@PthaloGreen2]

​@@texan903hexwas in good shoe too until about 5 years ago...age 94ish.

[@libertyann439]

She's so shy.