Season 9

01 Will Ferrell, Tom Dreesen Episode 120th August 2001 Dave announces that instead of "whatever," from now on he will be saying "wherever"; during a segment called "While We Were Out," the male staff members commemorate a minor design change on the stage by sitting in Dave's chair buck naked; Will Ferrell makes a threating message in song to Barbra Streisand. 02 Bob Newhart, Maxwell Episode 221st August 2001 03 National Hollerin' Champions, Julia Stiles, Habib Koite & Bamada Episode 322nd August 2001 04 Brooke Shields, John McEnroe, Joe Henry Episode 423rd August 2001 05 Eric Kraff, Goran Ivanisevic Episode 524th August 2001 06 Connie Chung Episode 627th August 2001 Dave points out that Tony Mendez is mentioned in this week's "Talk of the Town" column in The New Yorker. Later, Jude Brennan makes her last appearance as the bitchy "Mrs. Letterman." 07 Jason Biggs, Daniel Tosh, Etta James Episode 728th August 2001 08 Charles Grodin, Michael Franti & Spearhead Episode 829th August 2001 09 Sarah Jessica Parker, John Witherspoon Episode 930th August 2001 Mayor Guiliani interrupts Dave's monologue; Sarah Jessica Parker promotes "Sex & the City." 10 Helen Fielding, Al Lubel Episode 1031st August 2001 11 Tom Arnold, Brandi Chastain, Ralph Stanley & The Whites Episode 113rd September 2001 12 David Schwimmer, Bjork Episode 124th September 2001 13 Carson Daly, US Marine Corps Episode 135th September 2001 14 Tim Robbins, Amy Sedaris, Jimmy Eat World Episode 146th September 2001 15 Eugene Levy, Rich Hall Episode 157th September 2001 16 Dan Rather, Regis Philbin Episode 1617th September 2001 In the first show following the terrorist destruction of the World Trade Center, Dave welcomes CBS anchorman Dan Rather and Regis Philbin. 17 Bryant Gumbel, Denis Leary, Tori Amos Episode 1718th September 2001 18 Matthew Broderick, John Miller, Odetta & The Boys Choir of Harlem Episode 1819th September 2001 19 Walter Cronkite, Will Ferrell, Jewel Episode 1920th September 2001 20 Merideth Viera, Stephen Ambrose, Sheryl Crow, Emmylou Harris, and Gillian Welch Episode 2021st September 2001 21 Rudolph Giuliani, Katie Harmon Episode 2124th September 2001 Dave welcomes national hero Rudy Guiliani to the show for the first time since the WTC disaster. 22 Marcia Gay Harden, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pete Yorn Episode 2225th September 2001 23 Thomas Von Essen, Ben Stiller, Tenacious D Episode 2326th September 2001 24 Hillary Clinton, Cast of '42nd Street' Episode 2427th September 2001 25 Jason Alexander, Don Zimmer, Wyclef Jean Episode 2528th September 2001 26 Elton John, Steve Zahn Episode 261st October 2001 27 Kate Beckinsale, Chris Kattan, Sarah Harmer Episode 272nd October 2001 28 John Cusack, Grant Paulsen, Joe Strummer Episode 283rd October 2001 During "What's the Deal With Old Guys and Enormous Glasses?" Dave wears a 70's-era pair of specs; John Cusack promotes Serendipity. 29 Owen Wilson, Lisa Ling, Ryan Adams Episode 294th October 2001 Paul composes a song about people that look like Burt Reynolds; Owen Wilson plugs Zoolander. 30 Joshua Jackson, Tiki Barber, Emo Phillips Episode 305th October 2001 Alan gives dating tips; Joshua Jackson promotes the upcoming season premiere of "Dawson's Creek;" Emo Philips does a stand-up routine on Dave's show for the first time since 1989. 31 Farrah Fawcett, Tina Fey, Garbage Episode 318th October 2001 32 Tom Cavanagh, Steve Hartman, Leona Naess Episode 329th October 2001 33 Nathan Lane, Cokie Roberts Episode 3310th October 2001 34 Bruce Willis, Cody Arens, Alicia Keys Episode 3411th October 2001 Out of the blue, Dave compliments the New York State Police, but Paul smells a rat. Dave claims he wasn't pulled over again. Meanwhile, Bruce Willis plays "drums" with his head and 7-year-old child actor Cody Arens plugs Riding in Cars with Boys. 35 Rose McGowen, Sarah Vowell, Jim Gaffigan Episode 3512th October 2001 36 Steve Kroft, Bruce McCall, John Mellencamp Episode 3615th October 2001 37 Jack Hannah, Justin Long, Daniel Rodriguez Episode 3716th October 2001 38 Ethan Hawke, Judith Miller, Quincy Jones Episode 3817th October 2001 39 John McCain, Brittany Murphy, Macy Gray Episode 3918th October 2001 40 Kevin Kline, Richard Holbrooke, Caroline Rhea Episode 4019th October 2001 41 David Hyde Pierce, U2 Episode 4129th October 2001 42 David Spade, Marv Albert, Laurie Anderson Episode 4230th October 2001 43 Kevin Spacey, Amy Sedaris Episode 4331st October 2001 44 Tom Brokaw, Gene Catron Episode 441st November 2001 45 John Travolta, Harland Williams Episode 452nd November 2001 46 Jack Black, Tony Bennett Episode 465th November 2001 47 Billy Crystal, Britney Spears Episode 476th November 2001 48 Marge Helgenberger, Gil de Ferran, Lyle Lovett Episode 487th November 2001 49 Stupid Pet Tricks, Vince Vaughn, Faith Evans Episode 498th November 2001 50 Richard Dreyfus, Brett Butler Episode 509th November 2001 51 Martin Lawrence, Natalie Merchant Episode 5112th November 2001 52 Barbara Walters, David Radcliffe, Natalie Merchant Episode 5213th November 2001 53 Harry Connick Jr., Bernie Mac Episode 5314th November 2001 54 Steve Martin, Earl Scruggs Episode 5415th November 2001 55 Richard Harris, George Carlin Episode 5516th November 2001 56 Kevin James, Deion Sanders Episode 5619th November 2001 57 Julia Roberts, Shelby Lynne Episode 5720th November 2001 58 Jenna Elfman, Kid Rock Episode 5821st November 2001 59 David Sedaris, Five for Fighting Episode 5922nd November 2001 60 Ray Romano, Mitch Hedberg Episode 6023rd November 2001 61 Kelly Ripa, Mort Sahl Episode 6126th November 2001 62 George Clooney, Martha Stewart Episode 6227th November 2001 63 Noah Wyle, George Miller, Carole King Episode 6328th November 2001 64 Julia Stiles, Jeff Gordon Episode 6429th November 2001 65 Jada Pinkett Smith, Thomas Friedman Episode 6530th November 2001 66 Ellen DeGeneres, Dave Gorman, Kelly Goldsmith Episode 6610th December 2001 67 Mariah Carey, Elijah Wood, Stereophonics Episode 6711th December 2001 68 Andy Garcia, Chris Matthews Episode 6812th December 2001 69 Kid Scientists, Liv Tyler, Cake Episode 6913th December 2001 70 Michelle Pfeiffer, Dennis Regan Episode 7014th December 2001 71 Meg Ryan, Diana Krall Episode 7117th December 2001 72 Kevin Spacey, Jerome Bettis, Jane Monheit Episode 7218th December 2001 73 Jamie Foxx, Rhys Ifans, Darlene Love Episode 7319th December 2001 74 Marisa Tomei, Lenny Kravitz Episode 7420th December 2001 75 Peter Jennings, Tom Ryan Episode 7521st December 2001 76 Ian McKellan, Phil Simms Episode 7626th December 2001 77 Rudolph Giuliani, P.O.D. Episode 7727th December 2001 78 Lauren Graham, Eddie Brill Episode 7828th December 2001 79 Gwyneth Paltrow, Starsailor Episode 797th January 2002 80 Cate Blanchett, Timothy Treadwell Episode 808th January 2002 81 Jennifer Connelly, Colin Soloway Episode 819th January 2002 What's "New for the Office" in 2002? The items Dave introduces include a Jack Daniels water cooler and a color printer that makes flapjacks. Also, throughout the night, various people walk onstage and gripe about Dave in French, Turkish, Russian and Japanese. 82 Jack Black, Foo Fighters Episode 8210th January 2002 83 Tom Cruise, Tom Papa Episode 8311th January 2002 84 Ethan Zohn, Josh Hartnett, Remy Zero Episode 8414th January 2002 85 Cuba Gooding Jr., Jewel Episode 8515th January 2002 86 David Brenner, Howie Long, Jewel Episode 8616th January 2002 87 Cynthia Nixon, Mario Andretti, Willie Nelson & Rob Thomas Episode 8717th January 2002 88 Darrell Hammond, Elayne Boosler, Willie Nelson & Lyle Lovett Episode 8818th January 2002 89 Jimmy Kimmell, Julie Bowen, Cracker Episode 8928th January 2002 90 Bruce Willis, Ivan Neville Episode 9029th January 2002 91 Tim Russert, Jason Schwartzman Episode 9130th January 2002 92 Merv Griffin, Phantom Planet Episode 9231st January 2002 93 Regis Philbin, Steven Wright Episode 931st February 2002 94 LL Cool J, John McEnroe Episode 944th February 2002 95 Amy Brenneman, Martin Rees, Shakira Episode 955th February 2002 Disgraced Enron CEO "Kenneth Lay" sits in with the band, and is later seen shredding songsheets. 96 Adam Vinatieri, Chris Matthews Episode 966th February 2002 97 Mariska Harkitay, George Divoky, Alan Jackson Episode 977th February 2002 98 Andy Richter, Jake Johannsen Episode 988th February 2002 99 Janet Jackson, Enrique Iglesias Episode 9911th February 2002 Stephanie makes her first report from Salt Lake City, in which she shows Dave a photo of her watching the opening ceremonies on TV; Dave can't stop staring at Janet Jackson's revealing outfit; Enrique Iglesias sings "Escape." 100 Denis Leary, India.Arie Episode 10012th February 2002 101 Kelly Clark, Jeri Ryan Episode 10113th February 2002 102 Calista Flockhart, Incubus Episode 10214th February 2002 103 Colin Farrell, Colin Quinn Episode 10315th February 2002 104 Ross Powers, Mila Kunis Episode 10418th February 2002 105 Casey FitzRandolph, Ashleigh Banfield Episode 10519th February 2002 106 Simon Ammann, Kevin Bacon Episode 10620th February 2002 107 Halle Berry, Jonny Moseley Episode 10721st February 2002 108 Richard Dreyfuss, Jeff Foxworthy Episode 10822nd February 2002 109 Jill Bakken and Vonnetta Flowers, Kelsey Grammer, Alanis Morissette Episode 10925th February 2002 110 Martin Short, Jack Hanna Episode 11026th February 2002 111 Stupid Human Tricks, Cher Episode 11127th February 2002 In honor of his recent nomination, Paul and the gang participate in a Grammy-themed edition of "Stump the Band;" during "Stupid Human Tricks," a fourteen-year-old girl performs "Feliz Navidad" with her nose; Cher sings "Song for the Lonely." 112 Tom Arnold, Nappy Roots Episode 11228th February 2002 113 Cokie Roberts, Al Lubel Episode 1131st March 2002 114 Ray Romano, Jason Kidd Episode 11411th March 2002 115 Regis Philbin, Andie MacDowell, Evelyn Glennie Episode 11512th March 2002 116 Rene Russo, Bob Sarlatte, The Chieftains Episode 11613th March 2002 117 John McCain, The White Stripes Episode 11718th March 2002 Dave mentions that Paul has been keeping himself busy, as he performed not only at this year's Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, but also at the much-ballyhooed Liza Minelli-David Gest wedding; Dave continues to gloat over his Aftonbladet award, which he nonchalantly drinks from Stanley Cup-style; The White Stripes perform "Fell In Love With a Girl." 118 Jon Stewart, Kit Armstrong Episode 11819th March 2002 Dave asks Paul to play some Gene Pitney; the "Late Show Psychic Test Drive" finds Rupert driving Deborah Lynn around the city in a 2001 Chevy Malibu; Dave chats with boy genius Kit Armstrong. 119 Bonnie Hunt, N.E.R.D. Episode 11920th March 2002 Dave and Paul discuss the vernal equinox and the old wives tale that you're supposed to be able to stand an egg on its end at the moment of the equinox; Dave mentions that "Will It Float" is quickly becoming a fan favorite, then correctly predicts that a half-gallon of strawberry ice cream will float; N.E.R.D. performs "Rock Star." 120 Adam Arkin, Amy Sedaris, Midnight Oil Episode 12025th March 2002 Alan reports on what everybody was wearing at last night's Oscars (all the men wore tuxedos), while Adam Arkin promotes the critically-disdained sitcom Baby Bob. 121 Barbara Walters, Shannon McNally Episode 12126th March 2002 Dave shows a (bogus) clip of the upcoming Baby Bob spin-off "Baby Jacques," which is just like the original show except everybody speaks in a French accent; a proud tradition continues as a Hello Deli customer goes on a Easter meatball hunt; Alan apologizes for his comments toward Gwyneth Paltrow on last night's show, then inadvertently insults Uma Thurman. 122 Peter Krause, Doris Kearns Goodwin Episode 12227th March 2002 Eric Burdon of The Animals sits in; during the "Odd Catalogs" segment, Dave displays an ad for a "Government-seized and repossessed hairpiece blowout"; the Hi-Ho girls deliver a birthday cake to Tony; Doris Kearns Goodwin addresses rumors of plagiarism. 123 Robin Williams, Sevendust Episode 12328th March 2002 Biff shows footage of him harassing New Yorkers with a bullhorn; the New York National Guard presents the Top Ten; Sevendust (featuring Paul) performs "Angel's Son." 124 Andy Dick, Mike Britt Episode 12429th March 2002 Mailbag: Tony's apparent sexiness forces George Clarke to drown his sorrows in a bucket of chicken at KFC; Dave shows off a tattoo on his leg that he wishes he didn't have (the ABC logo); after learning that Alan makes more money than him, Tony meets George at KFC. 125 Marv Albert, Charlotte Ross Episode 1251st April 2002 Acid jazz legend Herbie Hancock sits in on keyboards; Dave orders Steph/Monty to buy French fries; Marv Albert shows off another one of his blooper reels. 126 Tim Robbins, Jimmie Walker, Cast of Oklahoma Episode 1262nd April 2002 During the latest Celebrity X-Ray Challenge, Dave persuades Rupert to lip sync a song from Oklahoma! 127 Michael J. Fox, Patti Smith Episode 1273rd April 2002 After Dave notices that Alan bears a slight resemblance to Fred MacMurray, the announcer and a Barbara Stanwyck stand-in recreate a scene from Double Indemnity. Also, Patti Smith sings "Dancing Barefoot." 128 Selma Blair, Dick Enberg Episode 1284th April 2002 Biff introduces footage from his latest trip to Yankees Spring Training in Florida, while a fully-packed suitcase is subjected to "Will It Float?" 129 Bob Newhart, Demetri Martin Episode 1295th April 2002 Will Lee stands in for Biff on pin duty, and for his troubles he receives the tradition gift of Samsonite® luggage; during Mailbag, two "girl scouts" (Harold Larkin and Mike McIntee) destroy Paul's office for being behind on his cookie payments; ten members of the Coast Guard present the Top Ten. 130 Rosie Perez, George Miller Episode 1308th April 2002 In honor of his departure from The Early Show; Dave shows footage of moving men with cardboard boxes superimposed over Bryant Gumbel talking in mid-broadcast; "Survivor: Marquesas" also-ran Gina Crews demonstrates her talent for spitting watermelon seeds; George Miller brags that his grandfather invented the handshake. 131 John Ashcroft Episode 1319th April 2002 Dave models a hideous pair of glasses he found in his house; a woman from Portland, Oregon rides around in Al Norwood's 2001 Honda S2000; Dave tries to get Attorney General John Ashcroft to sing, but only does so during the commercial breaks. 132 Sandra Bullock, Billy Norris, Sheryl Crow Episode 13210th April 2002 After his reluctance to sing on last night's show, Dave is appalled to find US Attorney General John Ashcroft crooning "When The Eagles Soars" on TRL; Alan impersonates Fred MacMurray again; Sheryl Crow sings "Soak Up The Sun." 133 Dee Dee Davis, Cameron Diaz, The Strokes Episode 13311th April 2002 Dave receives another comedy class project from Miss Markey's Kindergarten class, while The Strokes perform "Take It or Leave It." 134 Matthew Conaughey, John Witherspoon Episode 13412th April 2002 Dave receives an unexpected birthday greeting from Osama Bin Laden; CBS Mailbag is interrupted to that the Hi-Ho girls can bring out Daddy's cake; ten Air Force pilots present the Top Ten. 135 Ashton Kutcher, Oliver Atukudzi Episode 13522nd April 2002 Dave mentions that he bumped his head over the weekend, then comments on the recent drought in NYC. 136 Landon Shuffett, Seth Green, Elvis Costello Episode 13623rd April 2002 Dave mentions that Saddam Hussein's novel Zabibah and the King was been turned into a musical, and then shows a (bogus) promo for it's upcoming debut in Baghdad; seven-year-old billiards trick shot artist Landon Shuffett blows Dave away by shooting a row of thirteen balls into the corner pocket; Elvis Costello performs "Tear Off Your Own Head (It's A Doll Revolution)." 137 Tiffani Thiessen, Bill Walton, Bonnie Raitt Episode 13724th April 2002 Dave mentions Paul's appearance on tonight's episode of Ed, and shortly afterwards Paul wears the fake mustache he had to wear for the role; Alan and the Barbara Stanwyck look-alike perform another scene from Double Indemnity; Bonnie Raitt sings "I Can't Help You Now." 138 Charlie Sheen, Paul Westerberg Episode 13825th April 2002 Another "Incredible Dog Challenge" is postponed by rain; Dave wears his ugly red glasses again; Cee-Lo sings "Closet Freak." 139 The Rock, Dwayne Kennedy Episode 13926th April 2002 Dave and Paul talk about wrestling in preparation of his interview with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. During CBS Mailbag, "Mayor Bloomberg" (Gerard) offers Dave some pot, and Alan Kalter promotes the video "Osama Gone Wild." 140 Charlie Sheen, Paul Westerberg Episode 14029th April 2002 Dave shows various clips of Ted Danson looked scared/shocked from his recent miniseries Living With the Dead; Dave points out that the Late Show was chosen as the seventh greatest television program of all time; Paul Westerberg performs "Silent Film Star." 141 Incredible Dog Challenge, Debra Messing, Wilco Episode 14130th April 2002 The Incredible Dog Challenge is finally held out on 53rd Street, and throughout the night three dogs compete through a series of hurdles and tubes. 142 Kirsten Dunst, Steve Nash, Angie Stone & The O'Jays Episode 1421st May 2002 An "Incredible Cat Challenge" is thwarted when George Clarke's cat won't go through the obstacle course; Kirsten Dunst promotes Spider-Man; after Angie Stone and the O'Jays perform "Wish I Didn't Miss You," the house band closes the show by performing "Love Train." 143 Tobey Maquire, Trey Anastasio Episode 1432nd May 2002 "Biff Henderson's America" visits the hamlet of Denver, Indiana; Dave comments on rumors that Bill Clinton may host a daytime talk show; Tobey Maguire does a really bad Rodney Dangerfield impression. 144 Jennifer Garner, Jim Gaffigan Episode 1443rd May 2002 Mailbag: a letter about having your name mentioned on TV is somehow morphed into a request to see Alan getting the crap beat out of him. Later on in the segment, a letter about tornados has the same result, as an already bloodied Alan is further laid to waste. Also, Michael McIntee does a remote Top Ten from Central Park, while Jim Gaffigan discusses food and cleanliness. 145 Mary Tyler Moore, Norah Jones Episode 1456th May 2002 The outside cam catches Spider-Man jacking a car; Dave and Mary Tyler Moore play catch; Norah Jones performs "Don't Know Why." 146 Richard Gere, Reggie Miller Episode 1467th May 2002 Dave moans and groans over his latest dental work; Dave shows (obviously phony) footage of Peter Jennings doing World News Tonight in a Spider-Man costume; Richard Gere makes first appearance on the show since 1983. 147 Will Ferrell, Tom Waits Episode 1478th May 2002 Dave and Paul take apart wedding announcements in the New York Times; a staffer in a Spider-Man outfit successfully hails a taxi; Will Ferrell tells Dave what it's like to run the NYC marathon. 148 Hugh Grant, Tony Hawk Episode 1489th May 2002 Skateboarding great Tony Hawk demonstrates his wares out on 53rd Street. 149 Gillian Andersen, Jonathan Katz Episode 14910th May 2002 With Biff on vacation, Steph/Monty handles the pushpins live via telephone; during Mailbag, Paul demonstrates a hidden talent for cartwheels, and then mysteriously disappears; a Mother's Day tradition is started when the moms of ten celebrities present the Top Ten list; Dave and Gillian Anderson make out. 150 Liza Minnelli Episode 15013th May 2002 Dave chats with the latest Survivor loser Robert "The General" DeCanio, while Liza Minnelli performs "Some People" from the musical Gypsy. 151 Kid Scientists, Allison Janney, Al Green Episode 15114th May 2002 Nine guys in Spider-Man outfits, not to mention Dracula, Superman, and a cowboy cram themselves into a Subway restaurant; Tony Orlando dresses down Dave even though he interrupted him, then leaps into a chorus of "Knock Three Times"; when one of Lee Marek's kid scientists starts a very flammable demonstration, Dave demands that the band and everyone else onstage take for cover behind his desk. 152 Alec Baldwin, Ted Nugent Episode 15215th May 2002 Tony Mendez goes home with an audience member (see recap), while Dave and rocker/sportsman Ted Nugent cook rabbit. 153 Stupid Human Tricks, Natalie Portman, X-ecutioners, Xzhibit, Biohazard Episode 15316th May 2002 Dave shows footage from rehearsal of Kenny McGowan tripping over the "Will It Float" tank; Biff visits the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Indy 500 time trials; a participant in tonight's "Stupid Human Tricks" that can maneuver a tennis racquet all over his body flirts with Natalie Portman in the green room. 154 Kathie Lee Gifford, Brian Regan Episode 15417th May 2002 Mailbag: Martha Stewart fills in for Biff on the pushpin board, Harold Larkin goes hitchhiking, and Tony is humiliated on Blind Date. Also, Brian Regan comments on his inability to spell names correctly. 155 Vecepia Towerey, Hilary Swank, The Firecrackers Episode 15520th May 2002 Steph/Monty is mentioned in the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly; Dave calls New York Highway Superintendent Drew Outhouse to resolve an awkward social situation; The Kalter Twins perform "I've Got You Babe"; The Firecrackers, a synchronized jump rope team, demonstrate their wares on-stage. 156 Diane Sawyer, Jesse Martin Episode 15621st May 2002 Dave shows real footage of a woman being questioned on the news wearing a Late Show t-shirt; Diane Sawyer brags about her recent weight loss; Dave chats with Australian teen Jesse Martin, the youngest person ever to sail around the world solo. 157 Jennifer Lopez, April Kleinschmidt, Patty Loveless Episode 15722nd May 2002 Trumpter Terence Blanchard sits in; in honor of David Blaine's recent stunt in which he stands on a eighty-foot platform for several days, George Clarke attempts to stand on a folding chair for the duration of the show; Dave chats with April Kleinschmidt, the sole graduate of the Class of 2002 at Harrold High School in South Dakota. 158 Jon Favreau, David Rakoff, Anton Figg Episode 15823rd May 2002 Alan asks passerby for their reaction to the new Star Wars prequel and ends up making a scene. Also, Anton Fig and Ivan Neville perform "Inside Out" from the CBS Orchestra drummer's new album, Figments. 159 Charles Grodin, Wendy Liebman Episode 15924th May 2002 Dave announces that Paul will be called Pablo this summer, which will go into effect immediately; Dave promises tonight's show will be "smooth and suave"; during Mailbag, an audience member asks Dave what his most embarrassing moment was, and we watch a (phony) clip of Dave performing with The Firecrackers last week. 160 Jimmy Kimmel, Tom Dreesen, Goo Goo Dolls Episode 1603rd June 2002 While showing photos from her trip to the Indianapolis 500, Dave calls Steph/Monty "Dutch"; the snake lady performs again on "Is This Anything?"; Tom Dreesen tells various tales of Hollywood hobnobbing. 161 Celine Dion, Helio Castroneves Episode 1614th June 2002 Dave accuses Rupert of product placement on "May We See Your Photos, Please"; Alan addresses the Queen of England in a rather inappropriate way; Celine Dion performs "I'm Alive" and jumps into the audience. 162 Chris Rock, Jack Johnson Episode 1625th June 2002 Dave and Paul try to figure out a strange gesture that Celine Dion made during her TV concert earlier that week. Later, Chris Rock talks about Don King and Bucky Dent. 163 Nicolas Cage, Abi Thomas, Jimmy Eat World Episode 1636th June 2002 An audience member explains to Dave how to pronounce the name of her hometown: "You're saying Morristown. It's not Morristown. It's Morristown." Also, Dave chats with Abi Thomas, a jogger who was attacked by a bear at Yellowstone National Park. 164 Zach Braff, Kathleen Madigan Episode 1647th June 2002 Mailbag: "Is This Anything?" fave Kiva "Grinder Girl" Kahl stands next to Biff while he puts the pushpins in the map; twelth floor receptionist Art Garfunkel provides his own on-hold music; Alan beats the crap out of an Amish guy, then when Dave explains that the Amish are pacifists, Alan heads back to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, accuses the Amish guy of being brainwashed by Dave, and beats him up again. 165 Christian Slater, David Bowie Episode 16510th June 2002 Dave comments on the Nets' playoff run; Alan performs another scene from Double Indemnity, this time with a Edward G. Robinson stand-in; David Bowie performs "Slow Burn." 166 Sarah Michelle Gellar, John McEnroe Episode 16611th June 2002 Sarah Michelle Geller promotes Scooby-Doo while John McEnroe tells Dave a funny story about getting thrown out of the Australian Open back in his playing days. 167 Freddie Prinze, Jr., Alicia Keys Episode 16712th June 2002 Dave and Paul talk about their cholesterol levels; Freddie Prinze, Jr. promotes Scooby-Doo; Alicia Keys sings "How Come You Don't Call Me?" 168 Jodie Foster, Jack Hanna Episode 16813th June 2002 169 Matt Damon, Marc Maron Episode 16914th June 2002 Biff does his pushpin schtick live from the Grand Canyon, and Dave persuades him to yell "Hey, Mommy!" just to see if there's an echo. Also, Paul does a somewhat convincing James Brown impression, suffers a nervous breakdown onstage, and Dave comes by to bring him his cape. 170 Stupid Human Tricks, Tom Cruise, The Flatlanders Episode 17017th June 2002 Dave takes inventory of all his favorite clips (the "wild dingo," the baby owl eating the mouse, Dubya looking confused, etc.); Tom Cruise shows off his braces; during a segment called "Don't Try This At Home," Mike McIntee sprays Windex into his mouth. 171 Ellen DeGeneres, Al Franken Episode 17118th June 2002 George Clarke stands on the roof of the Studio 54 building to hit golf balls, hoping to go over the Ed Sullivan Theater and break glass on the WPI building on its far side. After successfully breaking one window, Steph/Monty, Alan, and Al Franken each take a few swings at the windows. 172 Piedmont Birdcallers, Lauren Ambrose, Moby Episode 17219th June 2002 The bird callers of Piedmont High School demonstrate their wares once more; Moby sings "We Are Made of Stars." 173 Harrison Ford, ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead Episode 17320th June 2002 The U.S. National Team presents "Top Ten Ways to Get Americans Excited About Soccer;" Dave brags about buying his first car at Harrison Ford; The Trail of Dead performs "Relative Ways." 174 Connie Chung, Gary Mule Deer Episode 17421st June 2002 Biff and Bruce Willis push pins in Hawaii during CBS Mailbag, while Dave lands on the cover of "Martha Stewart Living." 175 Will Smith, Landon Donovan, Yo Yo Ma & The Silk Road Project Episode 17524th June 2002 Will Smith promotes "Men In Black 2," while the US Men's World Cup Soccer Team holds an exhibition on the roof of the theater. 176 National Hollering Champions, Adam Sandler, Trik Turner Episode 17625th June 2002 Dave makes several enlightening remarks about the National Hollerin' Champions from North Carolina, who later perform their winning hollers; Adam Sandler plugs Mr. Deeds. 177 Tom Brokaw, Bow Wow Episode 17726th June 2002 Dave reads from random wedding announcements in the New York Times in a segment called "Will It Last?" 178 Michelle Williams, Barry Sonnenfeld Episode 17827th June 2002 The audience is victorious once more when they play "Stump the Band." Later, Dave shows a very obnoxious commerical for the upcoming G-8 Summit. 179 Christina Ricci, Daniel Tosh, Ben Kweller Episode 17928th June 2002 The "Late Show CBS Mailbag Biff Henderson Map Across America Summer Tour" lands at the Statue of Liberty. Later, Ben Kweller performs "Wasted and Ready." 180 Tom Hanks, Dolly Parton Episode 1808th July 2002 Biff goes out in van, annoying people with a bullhorn. Later, Steph/Monty asks "Road to Perdition" star Tom Hanks, "During the filming, did the crew see or touch any monkeys?" 181 Stupid Pet Tricks, Jude Law, rubyhorse Episode 1819th July 2002 Zeke, the "Rabid Dingo" that bit Dave in June 2000, makes a return appearance on "Stupid Pet Tricks." Later, rubyhorse sings "Sparkle." 182 Robin Williams, Pat Green Episode 18210th July 2002 Dave talks about a snake in his house; Alan Kalter seduces a CPR dummy during a segment called "What's New for Summer;" Pat and Kenny read a transcript of Oprah's interview with Jennifer Lopez; Robin Williams promotes a movie and a broadway show. 183 Paul Newman, Counting Crows Episode 18311th July 2002 Dave plays "Know Your Current Events" with the audience. Later, Paul Newman talks about auto racing while promoting "Road to Perdition." 184 Nathan Lane, Hugh Fink Episode 18412th July 2002 Biff's Summer Tour stops at Niagara Falls. Meanwhile, during CBS Mailbag, George Clarke talks about his plans for the Fourth of July; Alan Kalter struts his "mastery" of the French language. 185 Serena Williams, Tom Arnold, Dave Matthews Band Episode 18515th July 2002 Dave admits to being in a disproportionatly good mood during a segment called "Late Show Newsmakers;" the Dave Matthews Band becomes the second band ever to perform on the roof of the Ed Sullivan Theater. 186 Catherine Keener, Mario Batali, Solomon Burke Episode 18616th July 2002 Steph/Monty and Dave play another round of "Psychic Sandwich." Later, Dave wrecks havoc during a cooking segment with New York restaurant owner Mario Batali. 187 Sarah Jessica Parker, Etta James Episode 18717th July 2002 Sarah Jessica Parker talks about her unborn child; Alan appears to be on the brink of sanity; Dave stumps the audience with a "Beach Quiz." 188 Geena Davis, Robert Plant Episode 18818th July 2002 Just for the hell of it, the annual "Late Show Holiday Quarterback Challenge" is held in the middle of July; Dave quizzes the audience with "Know Your Current Events;" Robert Plant sings "Darkness, Darkness." 189 Ted Koppel, Wendy Liebman Episode 18919th July 2002 Biff's latest stop on his tour is Washington, DC; Dave chats with "Martha Stewart" (Gerard) and her lawyer made of pine cones during CBS Mailbag; Ted Koppel shows off his impeccable comic timing, then delivers a cape to Paul for his Friday night breakdown. 190 Haley Joel Osment, Bill Scheft, Dashboard Confessional Episode 19022nd July 2002 George Clarke flies a kite from a taxi; Haley Joel Osment promotes his movie, "The Country Bears;" Dashboard Confessional performs "Saints and Sailors." 191 Kristen Johnson, Kinky Episode 19123rd July 2002 Rupert goes golfing; Calvert DeForest turns 81; Kristen Johnston promotes her appearance in Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" in Central Park. 192 Dana Carvey, Ben Kilham Episode 19224th July 2002 Dave chats with a "bear rehabilitator;" Dana Carvey promotes his movie "Master of Disguise;" the "Charts and Graphs" segment reveals that the contents of Ding Dongs are 50% Dings and 50% Dongs. 193 Amy Sedaris, Chazz Palminteri, Weezer Episode 19325th July 2002 During "Know Your Current Events," Dave seems to fixate on attractive women. Later, Weezer plays "Keep Fishin'." 194 Bill Cosby, Tift Merritt Episode 19426th July 2002 During "CBS Mailbag," Paul exaggarates some of the many great tourist destinations of his hometown in Ontario. Later, Bill Cosby talks about his Congressional Medal of Honor. 195 Julia Stiles, Mike Daisey, Wyclef Jean Episode 19529th July 2002 It's the dog days of summer, which might explain why Biff is sitting on a block of ice. Later, Julia Stiles talks about her hair. 196 Joan Rivers, Zooey Deschanel Episode 19630th July 2002 Dave and Rupert play "The Late Show Celebrity X-Ray Challenge." Tonight's celebrity is James Caan. 197 Blaine Mayhugh, Joaquin Phoenix, Little Richard Episode 19731st July 2002 Dave reads articles from obscure newspapers in a segment called "Small Town News." Later, Little Richard sings "Good Golly, Miss Molly." 198 Mike Myers, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Episode 1981st August 2002 Mike Myers promotes "Austin Powers in Goldmember" and Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band performs "The Rising." 199 Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Mitch Hedberg Episode 1992nd August 2002 Biff's Summer Tour continues as Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform "Lonesome Day." 200 Matthew Perry, The Vines Episode 20019th August 2002 Dave welcomes "Friends" star Matthew Perry, who is promoting a new movie. Meanwhile, a performance by the Aussie rock group The Vines blows the audience (and Dave) away. 201 Robin Williams, James Taylor Episode 20120th August 2002 Sitting in with the band tonight is an unknown winner from the previous night's Teen Choice Awards. Later, Robin Williams plugs "One Hour Photo." 202 Al Pacino, Roger Clemens Episode 20221st August 2002 Dave shows a timeline of President Bush's vacation, while Al Pacino promotes the movie "Simone." 203 Elizabeth Hurley, Tom Ryan Episode 20323rd August 2002 Biff pushes pins into a map right in front of the famous Hollywood sign in L.A.; Alan and his twin brother Rick appear on "American Idol"; upon hearing of a proposed talk show hosted by Bill Clinton on CBS, Dave shows a promo for NBC's "The Saddam Hussein Show." 204 Stupid Human Tricks, Jimmy Fallon, Dirty Vegas Episode 20426th August 2002 "SNL" star Jimmy Fallon promotes the MTV Video Music Awards, which he's hosting. 205 Chris Elliot, Eliza Dushku, Dixie Chicks Episode 20527th August 2002 Dave announces that tomorrow night Paul will be inducted into the National Black Sports and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Later, Chris Elliott and Dave reminiscense. 206 John Travolta, Nelly Episode 20628th August 2002 Dave forces Steph/Monty to ask John Travolta, "How can I get in touch with the other Sweathogs?" 207 Caroline Rhea, Jake Gyllenhall Episode 20729th August 2002 Joe Perry of Aerosmith sits in with the band; Osama congratulates Dave for nine years at CBS; Jake Gyllenhall promotes "Moonlight Mile." 208 Martin Short, Lewis Black Episode 20830th August 2002 Biff Henderson ends his tour of the US during the "CBS Mailbag" segment (final stop: Mt. Rushmore) as Dave chats with "Dr. Steven Hatfill" (Gerard). Later, Dave welcomes "Jiminy Glick" star Martin Short.