craig ferguson being the best late night host for 19 minutes straight 

TBH Craig Ferguson was the best late night host for 9 years straight

He made it all fun. He knew the people at home and he talked to them like he was in the room with them.

He’s my favorite late night host of all time for one simple reason: He never allowed himself to stop being an actual comedian. He refused to fully conform to the format that can suck out the creative juice that makes a comic funny and unique. He made the show entirely his own and that’s why its had such an enduring legacy. Conan is the only other one that comes close imo.

A Craig ferguson compilation is just what the world needed! Thank you!

Absolutely peerless, a raw, honest, unpredictable, absurd and whimsical goofball. Never taking himself or most importantly the job too seriously.

It's honestly awesome seeing so many people still loving Craig and appreciating that this show was so much more than "just another late night show" to a lot of people ❤ I remember catching it one night when I was having trouble sleeping and it became a staple of my nightly routine until he left

The part about the 11 year old cracked me up because I watched the show starting when I was like 8 and by the time it was on my mom would be basically asleep and not paying attention and she'd just see a robot, some puppets and a horse and figured it was alright for me 😂

Craig hugging the camera for that e-mail was honestly so heart warming. I love him.

This man brought tears to my eyes each and every night in the late 2000s .. still continues to make Me laugh to this day

This show got so bonkers and I loved every minute of it!

Practically every talk show host would ask set up questions that the guests were aware of and get the chance to tell their story. Letterman, Leno and Conan all had to do this. But with Craig it just seems like a natural conversation where he would ask anything and the guests loved it

Craig and Letterman were always my favorites. But Craig was something else. When something horrible happened, he was always honest and showed his emotions. Late Night tv is missing that without him

I came late to the show...I worked early and slept early during the years this was on air...and I don' generally watch TV, much less talk shows, to begin with...but after discovering these clips...I realize I missed something glorious, something that was more than the usual. I liked Craig immediately, the way one old punk rock refugee and recovered individual knows another on sight. That restless curiosity and humor that adds up to what it takes to survive your mistakes and cherish a life that is sometimes confounding. Craig 'gets it'. What a heart. Very glad this material is still out here, waiting to be found.

Ohmygosh, I loved watching Craig so much. I'd forgotten how completely unhinged the show became now & then. Best theme song ever! What a lovely man, just plain honest and SUCH a goofball. I adore him. Part 2, yes please.

I’m from Springburn, where Craig spent a lot of his youth outside Glasgow. He is an absolute living legend and sense of pride for all of us Glaswegians. I’ve actually adopted some of his personality traits when going in for job interviews and such. Works like an absolute charm! Thanks for the compilation friend!

Serotonin levels restored.

This is a fantastic clip full of some stuff I've completely forgotten about. It's crazy how long it's been since he's left us but you know, I love how much the fans keep it alive. Great work, do more!!

His laughter is so genuine and so contagious. This show helped get me through a very rough time. For an hour every weeknight, I could forget everything and laugh all the air out of my lungs. Bless this man!!

About every 6 months or so I go through a Ferguson binge, which is probably why this was Recommended to me, I daresay. This compilation is fresh, and you add to the humor. Do another one!

I formally and respectfully...... DEMAND A SECOND PART. (I love the little comments/annotation you make lmao) (Just my opinion tho)

What was great about him is he had no illusions about how unserious his job was and how unserious it was talking to celebrities. But the guy has a great mind for comedy and witty enough to improv with anyone; and as funny as we all know he is, he is the first to laugh at himself... because how can you not, even if you are Craig Ferguson.

This is 2023, and Craig is still the absolute BEST!!

I can't get enough of Craig compilations.

I actually got to see two shows being taped, it's just as much fun. And, Robin Wright hit me with a frisbee as she was throwing them at secretariat. XD

I miss Craig's LLS every day. I've watched late night shows ever since I was a kid, grew up with Letterman and Leno then Conan... but Craig was just on another level. He was a phenomenal improvisor and it was like magic how he could turn nothing into comedy gold, and he always knew when it was time to move on and try new characters or bits. He was always 100% genuine and that really shown through with his interactions with his guests, and I loved how he built up a roster of "regulars" that he got along with so well that the interviews just felt like old friends chatting it up. There are so many moments from that show that are indelibly etched into my brain. Late night is dying now because it's either become completely politicized (Colbert, Meyers), fake/hokey (Fallon), and/or plain unfunny (Kimmell... well, most all of them now). I understood Craig wanting to move on and do something else with the rest of his life, but we really need him back.

10000x better than corden could have ever hoped to be as a host. And 1 million better a human being.

I've been a fan for years! I discovered Craig one sleepless night back in 2007 and have arrived at work tired till he left TLLS in 2014. He was the reason I didn't date! Nobody did it better than Craig. Call me crazy. Am grateful for RU-vid so I can watch full shows and clips from back in the day. Loved your compilation!

I just found out about Craig a couple of weeks ago.and I fucking love his humor so much

Absolutely a part two!! I was only 45 seconds in and could tell how awesome this compilation was going to be and added it to my favorites. Every single clip was a total gem.

I have an everlasting crush on Craig! I hope that his life continues to be amazing and special.

I teared up listening to him sing the theme song. It was the perfect talk show. I miss it, but I just hope Craig is loving life with the projects he's got going on.

Ive been having a horrible day today and this is exactly what i needed thank you so much

He was the best late-night host since Carson. None of the late-night hosts of the last few decades can even come close.

Craig is one of my heroes that I really wouldn't even be afraid to meet cause I just know he wouldn't let me down. He has a heart of gold. Also, the fact that 75% of women in that poll would sleep with him proves that most women still have good taste. XD

I wish that I could’ve watched this show live, it brings me so much joy. Who knew that a talking robot and not a real horse could mean so much to me.

I never watched the show when it aired (I'm too young) and I already miss it.

Never another like Craig.... Not berfore and not since. All hail, the nerd of late night King Craig! 💜😊💜😆💜😊💜

This is awesome, I miss this show so much. Thank you!

He is so damn cute and seductive. I love that he looks like he's having so much fun. There is no phoniness about him. Geoff and Secretariat are great too. I wish they'd bring him back but sometimes you just can't capture the fun and spirit of the original. However, if anyone could, I'd say it's Craig.

PART 2 PART 2 WE LOVE YOU CRAIG

Thank you for this compilation; it's beautifully done and reminds everyone how brilliant he was as a talk show host - even if he said he didn't really want to be a talk show host at the end. He was a natural. He was like Letterman in that he took the form to different places and made his hour unlike anything else on latenight television. And please consider this a "yes please!" for a Part Two!

God i miss him!! i would watch him when i was 14 and saw his final show as it aired when i was 19. I still love him to this day! But man, on friday nights when i was in high school and didn't have school the next day, those were the best nights! Miss those days

Craig Ferguson was the unparalleled legend of late-night television. In other talk shows, it often felt like the host was the only one laughing, with the audience either silent or supplemented by a laugh track. But with Craig, genuine laughter filled the studio, resonating with everyone present. His charisma and wit created an atmosphere where everyone, not just the host, was genuinely entertained. He is dearly missed.

this was the best compilation ive seen in a hot minute, thanks for making it!

My all time most favorite bestest late night talk show host ever. Ill miss your talk show forever Craig. A big YES on part 2.

This just opened old wounds 😑 I miss him a lot. ♥️

No salsa, but if you do have salsa: spicy

Thank you thank you THANK YOU for this fergy is by far my favorite late show host of all time deserves more attention hes the best to ever do it

Such a great walk down memory lane! Thank you!

So glad I stumbeld onto this compilation. This show and Craig are a downright treasure trove of awesomeness. Btw :- Waiting eagerly for part II. " Quickly "

Made my day - thx for that.

I am counting down the days waiting for his return this fall. The world needs his humor!

Luv this!!! I watched Craig from the beginning!!. Telling my coworkers to watch and how insanely, incredibly funny he was.. its been almost 20 years since then. Unbelievable!!. I still crack up , OUT LOUD, when I watch these clips!. Thx for making these vids!! Yes, keep making more!!.

Thank you for this!! I really needed this today! Craig could always make me laugh!

Awesome compilation. Thank you!

What a great compilation! I enjoyed your captions 😂😂

As far as I'm concerned, this is the best show in the history of television.

I miss him being on tv at night so much!😭 This is a great compilation! Thank you!

This is when late night tv was FUN!

this video is very beautiful!!! thank you for making it!

loved it! Thanks for this. would love to see a second one!

Keep them coming!

Thanks so much for this amazing video - Craig, Geoff and the rest made this the best late night show 😮 Please make some more

Great compilation, thanks! Best show ever!

A second in, and the video has made its point perfectly. (How awesome to see new Craig content still being uploaded!)

The Ferguson era Late Late show was the soundtrack to many an inebriated night of insomnia in the 2010s for me lol.

Great vid! Hit me right in the feels

LOVE craig, love this edit, you cooked my friend, absolute banger 🤧🤧

A thousands thanks for this video. You capured the spirit /humour of Craig , and that live rendition of the title track (in Paris, with 2 locally hired musicians ) just showcases the talent of Craig

I loved the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. He wasn't kidding about the size and lighting of his studio. I did get to see four tapings of the show. I was amazed with how small the crew was for the show, even with working with the audience.

Excited for the new show that he is making! Hoping to see it soon!

Whoever you are take a hug friend. Awesome work for us cheesy monkyies.

I know every single one of these moments, yet I will never get tired of watching them...

i appreciate this video and yes! make another!!!!!!

I'm not going to question how RU-vid thought I needed this, but I most definitely did. ❤ If you do end up making another one, I will humbly plead that you include the "I'll Stop the World and Melt With You" cold open with the Mythbusters.

Been watching him since last year and after seeing this beautiful compilation, I think I'm in love with this man now. 😳

So natural and when he laughs it was genuine. He made me howl a great many times. The others simply didn't.

Damned outstanding editing. Can’t wait to see what you post next!!!🤪

So, given who took over, Craig, why sir, why did you quit, the last of the genuinely interesting talk show hosts, multi talented on every level (people, watch Saving Grace, written by this legend), great stand up, a great human, a great musician. Did it all with grace an aplomb, thank you Craig. So yes, a part two would be great.

You are brilliant! Why did he never get one of the better spots on the night shows.

OP i love you. i randomly get these bouts of intense missing craig hours and this vid cured me

Great compilation of the one of the greats of Late Night!

Best completion video ever❤

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="540">9:00</a> the perfect timing of Craig closing the book!!!

I miss this show so much. One of my favorite things he did, even though he didn't do it often, was when he pulled out a wooden puppet of Drew Carey and made it dance. Btw you did a great job with this video. Well done 👍

Great memories. Thanks

Thank you for this...Craig is the best!

Keep them comming!

Always will be the best

Definitely need a part two. And please be sure to include all the times that he and Secretariat almost fought as well as anytime he eulogized his parents or a friend.

Yes, part 2 please. 19 mins isn't enough to capture everything we love about Craig Ferguson.

ysyes! a part2 pls that was great thanks!

I used to watch him every week night, when I was from 10 to 13 years old. I was so heartbroken when I heard he retired

A masterful super cut!!

You can't do enough of him!

sometimes the youtube algorithm is a blessing. today I was a bit drunk and bored of my RU-vid startpage. then I saw craig ferguson video.I thought I watched everything of The JayLenoFly but this wasnt him... this was from some wanabiyu. well done dude breathing new life into already seen stuff. but if Im honest it's craig furgeson... there's not much you can do wrong

Can't get enough.

Amazing and yes please for part 2

Please make a part 2! I recently went back on a craigyferg binge and loved your edits/comments!

I used to record him every night and watch him with my morning coffee.