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March 18, 2006

TV’s Craig Ferguson

My mother insisted we start watching Craig. She records his Late, Late Show every night and now we do too. Craig is an aging wunderkind whose significant successes haven't been too noticeable. He acts, does comedy, directs, produces, writes novels and hosts all while recovering as an alcoholic. His eleven minute nightly standup introduction to the show, done without cue cards, just bullet points to keep him on track, is something of a marvel. It’s a combination of sophistication and sophmorism. Three out of five nights he’s laugh out loud funny and the other two he’s at least interesting as he riffs on a variety of subjects including his own problems (the former drinking, the ex-wives, working for CBS, his quest for US citizenship, and the requirement that he wear Speedos because he is European—Scottish). He does skits and impressions. Sean Connery is his favorite. My favorite is his Prince Charles as host of the Rather Late Programme (Prince Charles and Camilla are watching The Godfather and Camilla wonders what it would be like to wake up with a horse’s head in bed with you. The Prince answers, “One gets used to it.”) Some predict that Craig is heir to The Late Show With David Letterman when Dave decides to bag it. It would certainly be a different show. More good humored. More actual interest in the guests. Craig is a terrific interviewer. He also does interviews without benefit of notes. He sits and talks, teases, flirts, asks questions, follows up, quips wittily and has a good time. He seems to be able to bring out the best in people. Highly recommended. (I just noticed that my last six or so posts have either been about TV or the internet which is evidence of the really lousy weather we’ve had in Ashland the last three weeks).

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Quite agree. I'm so glad we've gotten to see the non-Mr. Wick side of Ferguson. He's one of the hidden (well, no longer) gems of American television and deserves much more fame than he's gotten.

It's one of the few reasons I'll turn on the television anymore.

Posted by: Samuel John Klein Portlandiensis | March 19, 2006 at 08:28 PM

I wonder the same thing. How did this incredibly talented man make it to this age without being a huge star? I started watching his show last summer and have become a big fan. I've seen all of his movies. Even when the movies are terrible, you realize he is a gifted actor. And, the 3 movies he wrote are all great. Now he's a talk show host and an author, not of the usual celebrity book but a real literary work. Viva Craig Ferguson!

Posted by: Melody | April 06, 2006 at 10:54 AM

Think he is great, still can't understand how he has been hidden all these years (maybe I have been hidden too). Just found out he was on the Drew Carey show so that is how out of things I have been. Hope to see him in the Letterman spot soon (not the red head!!!!)

Posted by: riv92 | October 26, 2006 at 10:45 PM

hey,
i'm so glad you have acknowledged the wonderfully talented and completely hilarious craig ferguson. I discovered him about December 2005, and have been watching him every sinlge night ever since. He's a great distraction for us nocturnal creatures...lol. Anyway, check out my site: www.modernhippy.spaces.live.com. My blogs are completely outta this world, but very well recieved so far. Blogging is sort of a new thing for me, but I have to say, I'm an addict. So check me out and post a comment. Ciao for now.
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Posted by: megan | January 22, 2007 at 11:35 AM

I THINK CRAIG FERGUSON IS
FUNNIER THAN ALL THE TALK SHOW HOST, HOPE HE IS AROUND FOR A LONG TIME.

Posted by: CAROL CHASE | May 30, 2007 at 09:15 PM

CAN NOT SEEM TO GET ENOUGH
OF CRAIG FERGUSON, DOES HE HAVE A FAN MAIL ADDRESS?

Posted by: CAROL CHASE | May 30, 2007 at 09:19 PM

I would love to get an email address or fan mail address for Craig. I think he is fantastic!!!

Posted by: carol | June 06, 2007 at 09:53 AM

I was unable to sleep and found Craig Ferguson. I found his show hysterical. I need to have insomnia more often. I haven't laughed so hard in a while. I actually looked up his bio and found out he was involved in Saving Grace, one of my favorite movies.

Posted by: Eileen Barrera | July 20, 2007 at 10:36 PM

Thanks for sharing!

Posted by: Acomplia | February 16, 2008 at 09:35 AM

Craig is the best host ever - next to Carson. However, lately he has kind of lost it. So many repeats, etc. I hate when he talks to the psychic Davis. Over and over! I love when Prince Charles goes out on the street of LA. I loved when they mimicked Bush. When will he quit showing those pictures of Angela Lansbury, etc. that we have seen at least 100 times. It is so tiresome. I record him each night but usually end up watching him too. I can watch his old shows over and over. This past week have been the worst shows I've seen in the past two years.

Posted by: Bob | February 22, 2008 at 08:49 AM

you cannot honestly think that randy kagan is a professional - OMG total loser your show will die

Posted by: bunk | May 23, 2008 at 10:10 PM

Did anyone watch his show Monday 6/23 and remember who the emails were from? My DVR malfunctioned, and I missed it. And I had sent an email, am really curious if he read it on air.

Posted by: Sandy | June 27, 2008 at 12:49 PM

Craig:

Please tell Mr. Dukovny that URINE stops the sting from stings! He needs to tell his son also that if he ever gets stung again, he should pee and put it on his sting site! You should also know this! This is grist for your comedic hilarious ridiculous insulting belly-busting mill, I hope. God, I love you! If I didn't have Two and A Half Men and you to laugh with, I'd probably cry!

Jenny from the Hillbilly State, WV (Huntington)

Posted by: Jenny | August 19, 2008 at 11:58 AM

Sept 10, 2008 monologue regarding voting, media coverage of the candates and politicians was sensational, kept me glued to the television when all I wanted to do was go to sleep. I stood and applauded MR. Ferguson. I was also thankful that it carried over to the first portion of the show,it was very, very refreshing. Love this guy

Posted by: Walt Tilton | September 11, 2008 at 02:27 PM

Mr. Ferguson,
How do you do you keep it together and funny for a whole show? I'm maui-wowwied every time I hear your side-splitting material. I'd love to know your secret! I won't tell.
Yours truly,
Noelle

Posted by: Noel | December 02, 2008 at 08:11 PM

Craig is the American Dream! I believe he has made it! We watch him everynight! He pulled himself out of drugs, alcoholic and has got somewhere. I commend him on his show. I love the extra show he puts on plus the interviews. Tonights show 12/15/09 was funny, artistic and we didn't want to miss a minute of it. I think he is the first talk show host to do a whole show as a puppet. I have been e-mailing him asking for more puppets. I love the sets he has with all the dancing and puppets. I think he held back and gave us a command performance for this 1000 show. We have been pulling for this guy who has come a long way and we back him all the way to all the success he receives. I think he has proven to the world he is first class entertainment. Thank you whoever gave him a break and put him on this show! He is just great and has so much energy. We love you Craig, keep up the good work,
Bill & Carolyn Dance
From Indianapolis, Indiana (We saw you at the Murat in In)

Posted by: Carolyn & Bill Dance | December 16, 2009 at 12:06 AM

Maybe I`ll be Captain Obvious, but... it's only few days to New Year last, so let's be happy!
Hoho3ho!)

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