Season 12

01 Jon Cryer, Chris Kentis, Renee Olstead Episode 123rd August 2004 Dave points out that CBS is airng stock footage of a guy wresting an ostrich to compete with NBC's Olympic coverage; director Chris Kentis promotes Open Water; ""Still Standing"" star Renee Olstead performs a scorching rendition of ""Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby."" 02 Dennis Leary, Sam Easterson Episode 224th August 2004 Dave has difficulty explaining to Paul what exactly animal photographer Sam Easterson does; Dave shows another out-of-focus clip from the Olympics; Denis Leary promotes the FX hit drama ""Rescue Me."" 03 Paul Hamm, Josh Hartnett, Nick Cave Episode 325th August 2004 ""CBS Mailbag"" features Dave getting friendly with U.S. Olympic volleyball stars Kerri Walsh & Misty May (bogus), Alan Kalter's ""You're Busted"" at Ranch 1, and New Jersey going ""Gay Crazy;"" gold medalist Paul Hamm visits. 04 Natalie Coughlin, Carla Gugino, Gavin DeGraw Episode 426th August 2004 05 Maureen Dowd, Tom Ryan Episode 527th August 2004 A man from Pennsylvania turns himself into a human jack o'lantern on ""Audience Show & Tell;"" ten U.S. Olympians present the Top Ten; political writer Maureen Dowd makes several alarming comments on the presidential election. 06 Carly Patterson, Jeff Foxworthy, LL Cool J Episode 630th August 2004 Osama bin Laden announces that he wants to replace Craig Kilborn as host of the Late Late Show; Dave celebrates 11 years at CBS with a timeline; Biff reports from the Republican National Convention, with a goal to hug as many ""Republican Babes"" as possible. 07 Farrah Fawcett, The Clarks Episode 731st August 2004 08 John McCain, Tom Russell Episode 81st September 2004 09 Tim Russert, Snow Patrol Episode 92nd September 2004 10 Jane Pauley, Greg Giraldo Episode 103rd September 2004 Jane Pauley promotes her new book, talk show, and bipolar disorder. 11 National Hollerin' Champions, Neve Campbell, Keane Episode 116th September 2004 Dave brags about working on Labor Day; like it does every year, a runaway taxi ruins the staff Labor Day barbecue (and runs over Alan); three National Hollerin' Champions do their thing; Neve Campbell; Keane performs ""Somewhere Only We Know."" 12 Regis Philbin, Hoobastank Episode 127th September 2004 At Hello Deli: Rupert selects a contestant to play the ""Late Show Heart Bypass Scramble;"" Regis promotes his new standards CD; Alan recaps his summer, with the usual results; Hoobastank performs ""Same Direction."" 13 Martin Short, Alan Jackson Episode 138th September 2004 ""CBS Mailbag"" introduces Rupert's new ""girlfriend,"" answers the question, ""Does Dave ever sing?"" and features Alan's message to Hillary Clinton; Martin Short; ""Late Show Back to School Tips;"" Alan Jackson sings. 14 Ray Romano, Avril Lavigne Episode 149th September 2004 Biff spends the day at New York-Presbyterian Hospital with Dr. Lou Arrone; an educational segment with Alan and an animated rodent goes awry; Ray Romano talks about the final season of ""Everybody Loves Raymond;"" Avril Lavigne performs ""My Happy Ending."" 15 Drew Barrymore, Aron Ralston Episode 1510th September 2004 Dave and Drew Barrymore discuss their long-dormant drinking problems; amputee Aron Ralston returns to the show to promote his new book. 16 John Kerry, Green Day Episode 1620th September 2004 Dave comments on the CBS News scandal; John Kerry performs the Top Ten and gets grilled by Dave; Green Day performs ""American Idiot."" 17 Dr. Phil, Gary Sinise Episode 1721st September 2004 Stand-ins for Dave and Dr. Phil stand in the gallows; in honor of a recent stunt on Oprah, everyone in the audience gets an automobile air freshener; Alan unintentionally admits that he's sexual dysfunctional. 18 Kelly Ripa, Annie Duke, Elvis Costello Episode 1822nd September 2004 Nobel prize winner Professor Robert A. Mundell reads aloud from Paris Hilton's book; Kelly Ripa; poker champion Annie Duke; Elvis Costello & the Imposters perform. 19 Stupid Human Tricks, Rob Lowe, Mos Def Episode 1923rd September 2004 20 Julianne Moore, Tom Dreesen Episode 2024th September 2004 21 Queen Latifah, Jack Hanna Episode 2127th September 2004 As it does every season, Alan's hair changes colors; Dave comments on Conan O'Brien's promotion to hosting The Tonight Show in 2009, then openly asks if he can go back to NBC to host Late Night; a Kodomo Dragon (courtesy of Jack Hanna) startles Dave. 22 John Goodman, Tom Waits Episode 2228th September 2004 Dave mentions Paul's line of handbags again, while John Goodman promotes ""Father of the Pride"" and ""Center of the Universe."" 23 Joaquin Phoenix, Austin Stevens, Switchfoot Episode 2329th September 2004 Live via satellite, Rupert plays bingo; Dave shows a photo of Harry shaking hands with one of the Stangel brothers; Tony ruins the ending of another movie En Espanol, then goes off on one of his trademark rants. 24 John Travolta, Tim Frisby, Pearl Jam Episode 2430th September 2004 25 Richard Gere, Jason Randal Episode 251st October 2004 CBS Mailbag: Dave shows an ad for Martha Stewart's farewell show, then has a heart-to-heart with ""Pete Rose"" (Gerard); magician Jason Randal dazzles Dave with some card tricks. 26 Howard Dean, Franz Ferdinand Episode 264th October 2004 Dave has another rant about Jay Leno's five-year notice to NBC; an autumn in New York quiz; a still graphic acknowledges the passing of staffer Dorothy Chambers; Howard Dean shills for John Kerry; George Clarke's ""It's A Fact;"" Franz Ferdinand performs ""Take Me Out."" 27 Annette Bening, Bill O'Reilly Episode 275th October 2004 ""Mount Late Show"" erupts repeatedly in the backdrop; a schoolmarm plays ""Would You Like to Touch the Meat?""; Mario Andretti presents the Top Ten. 28 Jamie Foxx, Davy Rothbart Episode 286th October 2004 29 Donald Trump, Brian Binnie, Minnie Driver Episode 297th October 2004 ""Know Your Current Events;"" Donald Trump plays (and wins) ""Trump Or Monkey;"" SpaceShipOne pilot Brian Binnie; Minnie Driver sings ""Everything I've Got In My Pocket."" 30 Brooke Shields, Barry Sonnenfeld Episode 308th October 2004 During ""CBS Mailbag,"" Dave promotes the new Late Show newsletter, which includes an Alan Kalter centerfold; Brooke Shields visits; director-raconteur Barry Sonnenfeld returns to tell more amusing stories, and show samples of his martini art. 31 Melina Kanakaredes, Paul Teutul Sr. and Paul Teutul Jr., Ben Harper and the Blind Boys of Alabama Episode 3111th October 2004 32 Laura Linney, Richard Lewis, The Wallflowers and Jordan Zevon Episode 3212th October 2004 Live via satellite, Martha Stewart gets caught in a prison catfight; an NYU student plays ""Guess the Bulge"" at Hello Deli; Jordan Zevon (son of Warren) and The Wallflowers perform ""Lawyers, Guns, and Money."" 33 Jennifer Lopez, Sue Johanson Episode 3313th October 2004 Dave has a new favorite phrase (""We must protect this house!"") while J.Lo promotes the remake of the Japanese romantic comedy Shall We Dance? 34 Billy Crystal, Ralph Nader Episode 3414th October 2004 35 Tony Danza, Emma Roberts, Brian Regan Episode 3515th October 2004 ""CBS Mailbag"" with CBS holding auditions for Dave's replacement, George Clarke learning to play drums and Gerard Mulligan returning as ""George W. Bush;"" Tony Danza on his new talk show; Dave chats with Julia Roberts' niece Emma; Brian Regan does standup. 36 Jimmy Carter, Brandi Chastain, John Mellencamp Episode 3618th October 2004 37 Jude Law, Ricky Gervais Episode 3719th October 2004 38 Sarah Michelle Gellar, Tony Kanaan, Sparta Episode 3820th October 2004 Sarah Michelle Gellar plugs The Grudge; 2004 Indy Racing League Champion Tony Kanaan visits; Sparta performs. 39 Dustin Hoffman, Joss Stone Episode 3921st October 2004 ""Stump The Band;"" live via satellite, Martha Stewart gets caught in yet another catfight; Curt Schilling presents the Top Ten; Dustin Hoffman makes spit bubbles; Joss Stone performs. 40 Amy Sedaris, Tommy Lee Episode 4022nd October 2004 Dave's annual (and quite early) look at ""Halloween Costumes;"" George Clarke with a premature reminder about the end of Daylight Savings Time (Dave makes him down chocolate syrup); Amy Sedaris discusses her bunny and imaginary husband ""Ricky;"" Tommy Lee talks about his book, Tommy Land. 41 Johnny Damon, Anne Heche, The Donnas Episode 411st November 2004 Dave plugs his and Paul's (bogus) ""Decision 2004 Election Showdown Countdown Vote 2004 Democracy Corner"" for tomorrow night's election coverage; Rupert reports from St. Louis and Game 4 of the World Series; Johnny Damon recalls Boston's come-from-behind triumph; Anne Heche talks about parenthood and Birth; The Donnas perform ""Fall Behind Me."" 42 Tom Brokaw, Mischa Barton Episode 423rd November 2004 Dave, Alan, Paul and George Clarke all comment on Bush's reelection; Tom Brokaw wishes Harry a happy first birthday; Dave flirts with Mischa Barton of ""The O.C."" to hide the fact that he's never seen the show. 43 Rosie Perez, Steven Wright Episode 434th November 2004 ""Know Your Current Events;"" an 882 pound pumpkin is exploded on 53rd St.; Rosie Perez is tricked (once) by Dave into mentioning her Isuzu Trooper; Steven Wright. 44 Al Franken, Kristin Bell Episode 445th November 2004 ""CBS Mailbag;"" Al Franken explains the Electoral College to Dave; Kristen Bell visits; Project Bandaloop's performance is postponed because of heavy rain in Manhattan. 45 Tom Hanks, Nelly Episode 458th November 2004 The annual run-through by NYC Marathon winners; Ball State University sophomore Ryan Carney adds to his Late Show tattoo collection; Tom Hanks on Scottish Mexican food, vomiting and The Polar Express; Nelly. 46 Salma Hayek, Sebastian Bourdais, Jimmy Eat World Episode 469th November 2004 47 Pierce Brosnan, Nigella Lawson, Renee Fleming Episode 4710th November 2004 48 Matthew Broderick, Rosario Dawson, Los Lonely Boys Episode 4811th November 2004 49 Paul Reubens, Evangeline Lilly, Project Bandaloop Episode 4912th November 2004 During Mailbag, Rupert admits to learning how flirt with women from Bill O'Reilly; Canadian-born TV actress Evangeline Lilly hugs Paul; after a one-week holdover, Project Bandaloop finally trapezes around the building. 50 Jerry Seinfeld, Jamie Oliver Episode 5015th November 2004 51 Nicolas Cage, Jason Alexander, Morrissey Episode 5116th November 2004 Dave experiments with new camera angles by sitting on the edge of his desk; live in the green room, we meet a man who has collected pennies for over thirty years and amassed a fortune of roughly $28; Dave and Nicholas Cage talk about motorcycles. 52 Renee Zellweger, Chris Raxworthy Episode 5217th November 2004 53 Howard Stern, Alanis Morissette Episode 5318th November 2004 Dave shows a faux ad for a 1,420-calorie cheeseburger at Hardee's (""Warning: Do Not Eat""); Howard Stern likens himself to Oprah; Alanis Morissette performs ""Knees of My Bees."" 54 Tom Brady, Damien Fahey Episode 5419th November 2004 55 Stupid Pet Tricks, Colin Farrell, The Walkmen Episode 5522nd November 2004 56 Kevin Spacey, Ben Roethlisberger, Streb Episode 5623rd November 2004 A telenovela catfight turns into a Pistons-Pacers basketball game; Rupert and a woman from Alabama drop fake turkeys off the top of the theater; Pittsburgh Steelers wonderkind Ben Roethlisberger participates in the latest Late Show QB Challenge. 57 Whoopi Goldberg, Jason Bateman, Marilyn Manson Episode 5724th November 2004 In honor of Thanksgiving, Dave detonates a cannon filled with stuffing; Whoopi Goldberg promotes her one-woman Broadway show; Marilyn Manson performs the Depeche Mode classic ""Personal Jesus."" 58 Natalie Portman, John Mayer Episode 5825th November 2004 Via satellite from Indianapolis: The annual Thanksgiving pie-guess with Dave's mom (and dinner guest Marv Albert); Natalie Portman talks about an earlier Thanksgiving day LS appearance and plugs Closer; a Late Show Turkey Recall Announcement; John Mayer performs. 59 Barack Obama, Jessica Biel Episode 5926th November 2004 During Mailbag, CBS suit Vinnie Favale announces a stricter policy on vulgarity on the network that may work to Dave's disadvantage; Senator-elect Barack Obama radiates charm and confidence while discussing politics; Dave and Jessica Biel swap stories about their dogs. 60 Matt Damon, Lance Armstrong Episode 6029th November 2004 Tonight's ""Spanish Soap Opera Highlight of the Night"" seems to include a round of ""Got Your Nose,"" while Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel does a demonstration out on 53rd Street. 61 Alec Baldwin, Ken Jennings Episode 6130th November 2004 62 Stupid Human Tricks, Noah Wylie, Sum 41 Episode 621st December 2004 63 Sharon Reed, Tyra Banks, Lyle Lovett Episode 632nd December 2004 ""Stump the Band"" continues to mystify Paul and company; Dave chats with Sharon Reed, the Ohio-based TV reporter who stripped naked for a Spencer Tunick project; Lyle Lovett performs ""In My Own Mind."" 64 Bonnie Hunt, Alex Zanardi Episode 643rd December 2004 65 Jim Carrey, Ashanti Episode 6513th December 2004 As they do every year, Rupert, Joe G, Mujibur, and Sirajul place their edible ""angel"" on top of the Late Show Christmas tree; Jim Carrey discusses ab-crunches; Alan flips out while singing ""The Little Drummer Boy""; Ashanti performs ""Only U."" 66 Cate Blanchett, Craig Ferguson, The Pixies Episode 6614th December 2004 67 Adam Sandler, Sharon Ice Episode 6715th December 2004 Adam Sandler promotes Spanglish and performs his rendition of Warren Zevon's ""Werewolves of London;"" Shannon Eis with a look at new toys for the holidays. 68 Kate Beckinsale, Ciara and Missy Elliot Episode 6816th December 2004 ""America's Next Top Model"" winner Eva presents the Top Ten; Kate Beckinsale pushes The Aviator; Ciara performs with Missy Elliott. 69 Jeff Goldblum, Terrell Owens Episode 6917th December 2004 70 Bill Murray, Kaki King Episode 7020th December 2004 71 Dennis Quaid, Rusty Wallace, Kaki King Episode 7121st December 2004 72 Kristin Johnson, Tom Dreesen Episode 7222nd December 2004 Dave's monologue is interupted by a surprise appearance from Billy Crystal (promoting the one-man Broadway show ""700 Sundays""); Dave introduces ""The Nog-Cam;"" 10 carolers present the Top Ten; Broadway star Kristen Johnston opens up to Dave about her recent mugging; Tom Dreesen tells another story about opening for Frank Sinatra. 73 Regis Philbin, Jay Thomas, Darlene Love Episode 7323rd December 2004 74 Hilary Swank, Andy Dick, Green Day Episode 743rd January 2005 Dave wishes everyone a happy new year, then accentuates his goals for 2005 (he plans to use the word ""snarky"" more often); ""Biff Henderson: Pollster"" roams the streets once more; Hilary Swank plugs Million Dollar Baby; Andy Dick talks about his crabs; Green Day performs ""Boulevard of Broken Dreams."" 75 Ethan Hawke, Maria Menounos, Alicia Keys Episode 754th January 2005 76 Kiefer Sutherland, Marv Albert, The Black Keys Episode 765th January 2005 77 Michael Keaton, Jamie Lynn Spears Episode 776th January 2005 78 Kevin Bacon, Caroline Rhea, Wilco Episode 787th January 2005 A shocking message from Dubya; Dave contines his use of all the following: carbs, steroids and the word ""snarky;"" ""Celebrity Resolutions"" goes straight into the dumper; Alan's new show, ""Desperate House Gal;"" Kevin Bacon; Caroline Rhea; Wilco performs ""Late Greats."" 79 Samuel L. Jackson, Amy Poehler, B.B. King Episode 7910th January 2005 80 Randy Johnson, Aisha Tyler, Razorlight Episode 8011th January 2005 81 Rudolph Giuliani, Daniel Banks Episode 8112th January 2005 Rudy Giuliani talks baseball; 11-year-old percussion prodigy Daniel Banks hits the skins; Dave's stand-in finally gets his moment in the spotlight. 82 Marge Helgenberger, Ryan Seacrest, My Chemical Romance Episode 8213th January 2005 83 Amy Sedaris, Andy Kindler Episode 8314th January 2005 Amy Sedaris laments the death of her imaginary boyfriend; Andy Kindler performs stand-up. 84 Jack Hanna, Teri Polo Episode 8417th January 2005 Dave calls up Patriots fan -- and ""D Fence"" guy -- Gary Wren, who drops an ""F bomb;"" Rupert learns karate at Tiger Schulmann's; the always on edge Jack Hanna with animals; Alan admits to being jealous of Jack Hanna, then has another hissy fit (and drops an ""F bomb""); Teri Polo on her experiences making Meet The Fockers. 85 Ice Cube, Chris Russo, Interpol Episode 8518th January 2005 86 Harvey Fierstein, Regina King, Steven Van Zandt, ... And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead Episode 8619th January 2005 87 Robert Downey Jr., Nicole Richie Episode 8720th January 2005 ""Stump The Band;"" Dave shows off his ""baby Borg"" trophy; Robert Downey, Jr. instructs Dave on the finer points of bil jee and performs a song from his new CD; Nicole Richie plugs ""The Simple Life: Interns."" 88 Jerry Lewis, Sophia Bush Episode 8821st January 2005 ""Late Show Week in Review"": On a special episode of the controversial Fox show ""Who's Your Daddy?"" the contestant's biological father pummels an amorous Alan; Dave discusses the art of comedy with legendary funnyman Jerry Lewis. 89 Peter Lassally, Doc Severinson Episode 8931st January 2005 Dave's first new show following the death of Johnny Carson is an hour-long tribute, featuring clips of Johnny's appearances on both ""Late Show"" and ""Late Night,"" and the ""Tonight Show"" clip of Johnny stealing Dave's pickup truck; longtime ""Tonight"" producer Peter Lassally; former ""Tonight"" bandleader Doc Severinsen and former NBC Orchestra members Tommy Newsom and Ed Shaughnessy perform one of Johnny's favorite songs, ""Here's That Rainy Day."" 90 Debra Messing, Peyton Manning Episode 901st February 2005 91 Patricia Heaton, John Witherspoon, Gibson/Baldwin Grammy Jazz Ensembles Episode 912nd February 2005 92 Elton John, Eva Mendes Episode 923rd February 2005 93 Al Franken, Matthew Fox, Nanci Griffith Episode 934th February 2005 94 Will Smith, Tom Brady Episode 947th February 2005 95 Kevin James, Aishwarya Rai, Three Doors Down Episode 958th February 2005 Dave shows ""actual"" footage of the Hubble Telescope; Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai promotes Bride and Prejudice; 3 Doors Down performs ""Let Me Go."" 96 David Hyde Pierce, Howie Day Episode 969th February 2005 97 Billy Crystal, Patrick Lawler Episode 9710th February 2005 98 Paris Hilton, Bill Burr Episode 9811th February 2005 During ""Week in Review,"" Alan previews the Grammys by singing Tone Luc's ""Wild Thing;"" ten divorce attorneys present the Top Ten; Dave eats a sample of Paris Hilton's new lipstick. 99 Dr. Phil, Unwritten Law Episode 9914th February 2005 100 Kid Scientists, Keanu Reeves, Michael Buble Episode 10015th February 2005 101 Kelly Ripa, Taye Diggs Episode 10116th February 2005 102 Charlie Sheen, Tori Amos Episode 10217th February 2005 103 Roseanne Barr, Rachel Weisz Episode 10318th February 2005 104 Stupid Pet Tricks, Bonnie Hunt Episode 10421st February 2005 Competitive eater ""Crazy Legs"" Conti attempts to break the world's oyster-eating record in the lobby of The Ed; ""Stupid Pet Tricks"" features three dogs (none too crazy about the oysters); Bonnie Hunt remembers Johnny Carson (and tries an oyster). 105 Barbara Walters, Rachel Bilson, Kings of Leon Episode 10522nd February 2005 Dave demands to be grilled on the annual Barbara Walters Oscar special, but only if he does the interview with Oprah by his side; ""Harold Larkin's Sidewalk Idol"" searches for the next great singing talent; Kings of Leon perform ""The Bucket."" 106 Michael J. Fox, Amanda Bynes Episode 10623rd February 2005 Giant rats attack Christo's Gates; Dave comes up with a number of synonyms for inhaling marijuana; Alan editorializes on President Bush, only to float toward promoting a bootleg sex tape he made in 1989. 107 John Travolta, Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon Episode 10724th February 2005 108 Ricky Gervais, Rachel Ray Episode 10825th February 2005 ""Late Show Week in Review"": Dubya (mis)pronounces ""nuclear"" five different ways, while a Flashdancers employee dances around one of Christo's Gates. Also, Lego expert Nathan Sawaya creates a brick portrait of Biff. 109 The Rock, Solomon Burke Episode 10928th February 2005 Snowmobiling great Jay Quinlan performs stunts on 53rd Street; actor-cum-wrester Dwayne ""The Rock"" Johnston promotes Be Cool; Solomon Burke blows the roof off The Ed with a pair of songs. 110 Kirstie Alley, Kathleen Edwards Episode 1101st March 2005 ""Would You Like To Take A Ride On A Dog Sled?"" on 53rd Street; Kirstie Alley wants to become promiscuous and discusses her new show ""Fat Actress""; Alan has a stern word for Christo's wife Jeanne Claude; Kathleen Edwards performs. 111 Vin Diesel, Amos Lee Episode 1112nd March 2005 2004 Indianapolis 500 champion Buddy Rice with ""Top Ten Reasons I Love Racing;"" Vin Diesel talks about his dog, and his new film The Pacifier; Amos Lee sings. 112 Dan Rather, Poppy Montgomery Episode 1123rd March 2005 113 Bruce Willis, Greg Giraldo Episode 1134th March 2005 Outgoing CBS anchorman Dan Rather looks back at his fifty years in broadcasting and the scandal that prematurely ended his career. 114 Ashton Kutcher, Al Green Episode 11414th March 2005 115 Jimmy Fallon, Emily VanCamp, The Four Tops Episode 11515th March 2005 116 Amanda Peet, Dean Kamazes Episode 11616th March 2005 Dave is able to work the phrase ""needlessly circuitous"" into the interview with Amanda Peet, plus he admires her profile; Alan gives suggestive advice to Condoleeza Rice; Susan Hum refuses to give her picks for the Final Four tournament; marathon man Dean Karnazes discusses the joy of running. 117 Sandra Bullock, Gwen Stefani Episode 11721st March 2005 Dave thanks the FBI and the Montana police for their efforts following a botched kidnapping involving his son last week; Pat Farmer celebrates ""March Madness"" by trying to duplicate his 90 foot drop shot into a goal on 53rd Street; Sandra Bullock doesn't talk about boyfriend Jesse James, but does plug Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous; ""Alan Kalter's Are You ****ing Kidding Me?"" takes a look at the Robert Blake verdict; Gwen Stefani discusses high school and performs ""Hollaback Girl"" with a drumline and sits down for a chat. 118 Jessica Alba, Brian Greene, Queens of the Stone Age Episode 11822nd March 2005 Jessica Alba plugs Sin City and performs a lasso demonstration with Dave; staffer Susan Hum is reluctant to explain string theory; Queens of the Stone Age perform ""Little Sister."" 119 P. Diddy, Erika Christensen Episode 11923rd March 2005 ""On Sale Now"" (a variation on ""New Products"") includes room-temperature sushi and flammable curtains; Pat and Kenny read a transcript of an interview between Oprah and Kirstie Alley; Dave closes the show by promoting Japanese gum. 120 Queen Latifah, Seth McFarlane Episode 12028th March 2005 121 Britany Murphy, Bob Sarlatte, The John Butler Trio Episode 12129th March 2005 122 Penelope Cruz, Sarah Vowell, Kaiser Chiefs Episode 12230th March 2005 123 Denzel Washington, Faith Evans Episode 12331st March 2005 An audience member walks on her hands, wrap her legs around Dave, and pulls herself up; Dave shows a clip from the NBC soap ""Passions""; Denzel Washington discusses sailing and drinking large amounts of water. 124 Lisa Marie Presley, Ahmed Ibrahim, Jake Johannsen Episode 1241st April 2005 Roof problems at the theater results in rainwater onstage; Dave worries over Dengue fever; ""Will It Float?"" hits a snag when a bucket of gumdrops topples over; matchmaking cabbie Ahmed Ibrahim brags about his abilities as an interceder. 125 Drew Barrymore, Charles Barkley Episode 1255th April 2005 126 Show #2345 Episode 1266th April 2005 Dave explains how he cut his finger with a cheese grater, then confesses to having a great admiration for lesbians; in her first appearance on the show in 19 years, Jane Fonda discusses her marriage to Ted Turner and her infamous visit to Vietnam; Bloc Party performs ""Banquet."" 127 Show #2346 Episode 12711th April 2005 Dave and Paul are quizzed about tax exemptions; a bearded Robin Williams discusses everything from Dave's jury duty to welding; Martha Wainwright (sister of Rufus) performs ""When The Day Is Short."" 128 Mickey Rourke, Jason Randal Episode 12812th April 2005 129 David Duchovny, Ray Lamontagne Episode 12913th April 2005 One day after his 58th birthday, waffles are hucked at the audience. Quote Dave: ""Why do I need joke writers when I have waffles?"" Also, the Late Show recreates testimony from the Michael Jackson trial in which the ""King of Pop"" (Gerard) makes an ass of himself; the new Miss USA Chelsea Cooley delivers the Top Ten; David Duchovny promotes House Of D.; Ray Lamontagne performs. 130 Anthony LaPaglia, Ana Gasteyer, Mariah Carey Episode 13014th April 2005 131 Kristin Chenowith, Johnny Lechner, Ludacris Episode 13115th April 2005 A lucky motorist wins $100 worth of free gasoline, which is spent up in less than five seconds; Alan has another hissy fit, this time in a Michael Jackson costume; singer-actress Kristen Chenoweth discusses painkillers. 132 Farrah Fawcett, Martin Freeman Episode 13225th April 2005 133 Hank Azaria, Jeff MacGregor Episode 13326th April 2005 Tonight's clip from the NBC serial ""Passions"" features a monkey comforting a middle-aged woman; Dave meets the employees of Angelo's Pizza; Spamalot star Hank Azaria admits to Dave that he's a lousy dancer; author Jeff MacGregor discusses his year-long observational tour of the NASCAR circuit, and his subsequent book, Sunday Money. 134 Amy Sedaris, Daniel Tammet, LCD Soundsystem Episode 13427th April 2005 135 Paris Hilton, Jo Frost Episode 13528th April 2005 136 Teri Hatcher, Harry Hill Episode 13629th April 2005 Cold opening: Dave runs into a nude (yet blurred) Teri Hatcher who's locked out of her dressing room; ""Late Show Week In Review"" with Vinnie Favale as Elvis, a SWAT team kitty and Alan with a bevy of hookers; ""Will It Float?"" (a bag of fertilizer...no); Teri talks about swimming with a whale; Harry Hill performs standup. 137 Martin Short, Elisha Cuthbert Episode 1372nd May 2005 Throughout the night, wax figures of celebrities that refuse to appear on the show are rolled onstage. One stagehand accidentally cops a feel on the Oprah statue, while Regis storms onstage to complain about his wax likeness. 138 Jennifer Lopez, Snoop Dogg Episode 1383rd May 2005 139 Orlando Bloom, Jack Hanna Episode 1394th May 2005 140 Luke Wilson, Kasabian Episode 1405th May 2005 Live via satellite, Dorothy Letterman performs the Top Ten; in honor of Cinco De Mayo, a city bus crashes into a giant pinata; Kasabian performs ""Club Foot."" 141 Stupid Human Tricks, Christina Applegate, Brian Regan Episode 1416th May 2005 Like he does every Kentucky Derby weekend, Dave calls up Dave Johnson to hear him say ""...and down the stretch they come!""; Christina Applegate promotes the musical ""Sweet Charity"" and discusses a recent injury onstage; Brian Regan performs a stand-up routine about cholesterol and heartburn. 142 Will Ferrell, Robert Plant Episode 1429th May 2005 143 Helen Hunt, Tom Dreesen Episode 14310th May 2005 144 Priscilla Presley, Quentin Tarantino Episode 14411th May 2005 145 Billy Crystal, Garbage Episode 14512th May 2005 146 Samuel L. Jackson, Sting Episode 14613th May 2005 147 Ray Ramono, Dave Matthews Band Episode 14716th May 2005 148 Ben Stiller, Sherry Fairchild Episode 14817th May 2005 Ben Stiller and Shelly Fairchild stop by. Also, Top Ten with Britney Spears and Kevin Federline. 149 Chris Rock, Nicollette Sheridan Episode 14918th May 2005 150 Ellen Degeneres, Hot Hot Heat Episode 15019th May 2005 151 David Arquette, Gordon Ramsey Episode 15120th May 2005 152 Paul Newman, Danica Patrick, Adam Savage & Jamie Hyneman Episode 15223rd May 2005 153 Adam Sandler, Reggie Miller, The Wallflowers Episode 15324th May 2005 154 Kelly Ripa, Alexis Bledel, Ryan Adams & The Cardinals Episode 15425th May 2005 155 Cedric the Entertainer, Dan Wheldon, The Black Eyed Peas Episode 1556th June 2005 Cedric The Entertainer; Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon; musical guests The Black Eyed Peas. 156 Russel Crowe, Paul Anka Episode 1578th June 2005 Russell Crowe; Paul Anka. 157 Katie Holmes, The Shout Out Louds Episode 1589th June 2005 Katie Holmes; musical group Shout Out Louds. 158 Al Franken, Ellen Pompeo Episode 15910th June 2005 Al Franken; Ellen Pompeo. 159 Nicole Kidman, Foo Fighters Episode 16013th June 2005 Nicole Kidman; Foo Fighters. 160 Show #2380 Episode 16114th June 2005 Dan Aykroyd; Bill Scheft; musician Mike Doughty. 161 Show #2381 Episode 16215th June 2005 Denis Leary; Alanis Morissette. 162 Show #2382 Episode 16316th June 2005 BIll Clinton; Ringo Starr. 163 Show #2383 Episode 16417th June 2005 Mark Wahlberg; racing driver Juan Pablo Montoya. 164 Show #2384 Episode 16520th June 2005 Christopher Walken; U.S. Open golf champion Michael Campbell; musical guest Billy Corgan. 165 Show #2385 Episode 16621st June 2005 Lindsay Lohan; sports commentator Chris ""Mad Dog"" Russo. 166 Show #2386 Episode 16722nd June 2005 Michael Keaton (""Herbie Fully Loaded""); author David Sedaris. 167 Show #2387 Episode 16823rd June 2005 Tom Cruise (""War of the Worlds""); musical guest Ben Folds. 168 Show #2388 Episode 16924th June 2005 Tim Robbins promotes ""War of the Worlds;"" the Purina Junior Agility Dog Challgenge is briefly subjected to controversy; comedian Nick Griffin does stand-up. 169 Show #2389 Episode 17027th June 2005 Actor Jeff Goldblum; musical guests Sleater-Kinney. 170 Julian McMahon/Raul Midon/Piedmont Bird Callers Episode 17128th June 2005 Piedmont Bird Callers; Julian McMahon (""Fantastic Four""); musician Raul Midon. 171 Tom Brokaw/Dakota Fanning Episode 17229th June 2005 Tom Brokaw; actress Dakota Fanning. 172 Jennifer Connelly/Eels Episode 17330th June 2005 Actress Jennifer Connelly; musical group Eels. 173 Episode #12.174 Episode 1741st July 2005 Michael Chiklis; comedian Gary Mule Deer; new summer toys with Shannon Eis. 174 Show #2394 Episode 17518th July 2005 175 Show #2395 Episode 17619th July 2005 176 Show #2396 Episode 17720th July 2005 177 Show #2397 Episode 17821st July 2005 178 Show #2398 Episode 17922nd July 2005 179 John Cusack/The All-American Rejects Episode 18025th July 2005 180 Show #2400 Episode 18126th July 2005 181 Kelly Preston/Jeff Altman/Aimee Mann Episode 18227th July 2005 Kelly Preston, Jeff Altman and Aimee Mann 182 Bill Murray/Bettye LaVette Episode 18328th July 2005 183 Show #2403 Episode 18429th July 2005 184 Lance Armstrong/Michael Ian Black Episode 1851st August 2005 185 Show #2405 Episode 1862nd August 2005 186 Show #2406 Episode 1873rd August 2005 187 Show #2407 Episode 1884th August 2005 188 Show #2408 Episode 1895th August 2005 189 Show #2409 Episode 1908th August 2005 190 Show #2410 Episode 1919th August 2005 191 Show #2411 Episode 19210th August 2005 192 Show #2412 Episode 19311th August 2005 193 Show #2413 Episode 19412th August 2005