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Paul Shaffer in No Hurry to Leave

Letterman sidekick says recent statements were misconstrued

By Corey Levitan Oct 16, 2012 9:56AM
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Paul Shaffer is in no hurry to ditch David Letterman after serving as his television band leader and sidekick for 30 years.

 

Bing: 'Late Show with David Letterman' | Paul Shaffer

 

Last week, he was quoted by TV Guide Canada saying: “We’ve been on 30 years, so now we’ve got another two years" and "I’m going to be certainly ready to lie down after that, take a nap."

The bespectacled 62-year-old claims the two quotes were unrelated, but were strung together to imply something he didn't mean.

“It’s true that the show was recently extended for two years, and yes, someday when it’s all over, I will most likely take a nap," he said in a prepared statement. "But I hope that day never comes. As long as the show goes on, I will be there for as long as Dave wants me on it."

 

 

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Shaffer earns $5 million a year to appear on "The Late Show With David Letterman." And, if nothing else, that explains it all right there.

 

"The Late Show With David Letterman" airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

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onc joe
Oct 16, 2012 11:19PM
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letterman once stated, if anything happened to paul, he'd likely hang it up.
pointofview4me
Oct 16, 2012 10:21PM
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I like both Paul and Dave.  Smart move for Paul to stay.  He must have realized that there's no way he'll ever make that type of money annually doing anything else, especially touring!
redhed515
Oct 16, 2012 9:58PM
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Love Paul Shaffer and Dave Letterman. The show would not be the same without either of them...thumbs up guys:)


Ricardo Sanchez
Oct 16, 2012 9:33PM
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Paul,

You should leave, this guy is a mirrow small image of what he was when you guys started!!!

keepgoingwest
Oct 16, 2012 9:25PM
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Looks like TV Guide mis-remembered what Paul said. LOL!
Michael Stusiak
Oct 16, 2012 9:10PM
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Paul is a great working musician who has great "chops".  One of the best.
ed121430
Oct 16, 2012 8:33PM
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For my part, they both can/should go...

 

perris
Oct 16, 2012 5:34PM
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that's too bad I can't stand Letterman and never could even back in the 70's
firstfrog
Oct 16, 2012 4:54PM
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I don't know how many places ( or for how many years ) I've been seeing Paul pop up in one concert or another.   Look at most any vintage clips from 'Saturday Night Live'.......and there he is in the old band.    A favorite of mine was David Bowie 'Heroes' Concert For New York City.....on YouTube........Bowie​ ROCKS, and sure enough......there's a couple of shots of Paul in there in the backup.  I see him all over the place........often not credited.....but doing his job & lovin' it apparently.
fireballxl525
Oct 16, 2012 3:38PM
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Anyone still watch letterman?

 

Jesse James (Outlaw Jesse)
Oct 16, 2012 3:34PM
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Without a doubt..he has the greatest job....$5mm  a year,for doing what he loves!
He is a great Musician...if he would only be quiet!
west504ferdie
Oct 16, 2012 3:27PM
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There's no better band director in the business.
bugsy-334455
Oct 16, 2012 1:28PM
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Well, make up your mind, Paul. You had us believe that you would be ready for a nap in two years when your contract expires. If you stay, stop with the Ed McMahon.
Jim S (cleaingug)
Oct 16, 2012 1:19PM
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Wish he did leave.  One of reasons I don't watch Letterman.  His constant coments are so ridiculous and not welcome. 
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