CBS, Letterman close to deal for extension

CBS, Letterman close to deal for extension
The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — David Letterman isn't going anywhere soon.

CBS and the late-night funnyman's production company is close to a deal that would extend his stay on the "Late Show" into 2012. That's a two-year contract extension.

Two executives close to the talks, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal isn't final, also said Letterman's Worldwide Pants production company will get less money from CBS to make the show. They offered no financial specifics, but said CBS has been trying to cut production costs for as many of its shows as possible with the downturn in television advertising.

There's no immediate word on what that would mean for Letterman's paycheck, reported to be in the range of $30 million to $35 million.

Published 6/9/09 by


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  • I am outraged by David Letterman's assualt of Gov. Sarah Palim's daughter.. His vindictive humor is appaling and unrelenting even with apology...give me a break...I will never watch his show again...You need to be Fired...3-35 million renewal...I...
    Anonymous 6/14/09 Reply
  • David Letterman, you are mean and vicious! Your so-called humor is definitely not funny. Especially when you target children and women who have done nothing to you or anyone else. You have definitely lost us as fans and never again will we watch the...
    Anonymous 6/12/09 Reply