Blogcritics Comments on Courting Craig Ferguson: The Late Late Show Diaries 1-30-06

Comment by Eric Berlin

Sat, 4 Feb 2006 20:57:20 EST

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Comment by Mandy Carroll

Thu, 2 Feb 2006 16:48:59 EST

Craig Ferguson's moving tribute to his late father was not only moving and eloquent, it was very close to home for me. I, too, am from Scotland, very near Glasgow (Kilmarnock). My father, who was a Doctor, passed 18 years ago, also of cancer. He too, like Robert, was a hard working man and very dedicated to his craft. While watching Craig's monlogue that night, it took me right back to the day my Dad died. Thank you Craig for bringing your very private feelings into my home and making me remember yet another very special Dad from Scotland. May God bless them both and Mr. Ferguson as well, of course.

Comment by Joanie

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 22:03:20 EST

I like that "universal truth" part, Rhiannon. That sums it all up succinctly. Craig's heart on his sleeve, broken and battered, was something we could all understand and empathize with. I hope and pray he can make peace with this.

Comment by Patricia W. Smith

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 20:41:18 EST

I've watched Craig's tribute to his father twice and it moved me to tears both times...so much so that I wrote to him at the show's website that same night. He really opened his heart and sorrow to all of us at the worst time of his life, and I admire him so much for that. May God bless him and his family and may Robert, who was half Irish, "be in Heaven half an hour before the devil knows he's dead." Robert, rest in peace.

Comment by Barb

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 19:08:30 EST

Craig is a Class Act. For the past year we have noticed that the other major Late Night hosts have been getting away with crude tired formats that include trying to make us think that the people who work in the studio are actually funny, (they are not) or that what we want to hear lame Clinton, Michal Jackson, President Bush, Martha Stewart jokes (?) We don't, it's emabarrising that One Host is so admittedly bored with the whole thing, and the other is also sleepwalking through each hour waiting to get back home to his garage. The writers are burnt out, the shows are stale and more vulgar than funny. The 2 multimillon dollar Hosts have been running on empty for the past couple of years, and that's being generous. Craig Ferguson is such a delight each night that it just makes the other shows even harder to stomach. He is genuinley funny with his own unique style, loves what he does each night and lets you know he is gratefull to be there. His emotional reaching out to his "Cheeky Little Ponys" the other night after such a difficult personal loss, was a Television milestone of Class and Good Taste. Now there's four words that you never hear much anymore. Thank you Craig and God bless your good efforts.

Comment by Rhiannon

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 16:35:23 EST

Rarely does today's crime procedurals or reality shows move a viewer to tears. Craig did that in the first sentance of his monologue. People today didn't understand why I was mourning. I tried to explain Craig's eloquent and touching portrayal of his father, but none of my words can describe it. In writing classes they hammer "universal truth and experience" into our heads. Craig, your emotions and heartbreak are a universal truth that most everyone will experience. You aren't alone. And although that offers absolutely no closure and never will, I wish your pain to eventually ease.

Comment by /////ANDRE

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 02:49:22 EST

Hi, I usually flip between Conan and Craig... Last night I couldn't turn away. Very moving. Dr. Drew was the perfect guest! Bye, /////ANDRE

Comment by Malia

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 01:55:04 EST

Like you I was very much touched by Craig's tribute to his dad. He is such a good guy and I read your column and love that you love and respect him. He is easy on the eye, so funny, flirty and sexy. He is easy to listen to, I also like the accent. Respectfully Yours, Malia

Comment by Donna

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 23:24:13 EST

I'm a 73yr. old grandmother and I watch Craig's show every night.I had no idea he was facing such heartbreak, but I could sense something was wrong a few days ago. I lost a 48yr. old son to cancer in 2004 and one 23yr.old son in 1984 to an accident so I can feel the pain. I love that young man; he'so candid. It broke my heart to see him last night.He carried on real well and the tribute to his loving father was terrific! God Bless and Be strong, Craig!

Comment by Ally

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 21:55:44 EST

No word can convey how much Craig WAS HUMAN last night. He's a special star. and my prayers go out to Craig and the Clan Ferguson. Robert must have been a great man and died proud of his son and his other children and his loving wife ,and the most adorable grandson,Milo RIP Robert!

Comment by beth

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 20:03:35 EST

Joanie, it was beautiful. very eloquent. beth

Comment by Joanie

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 20:00:47 EST

It took me a couple hours to collect myself and write something up. Having been at the hospital a lot recently with a friend in a coma, well, this left me an utter wreck. But, I needed to cry, I guess. And I felt so bad for Craig. It was a beautiful thing he did, sharing his memories with us.

Comment by Jenny

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 13:39:20 EST

The whole show was a perfect tribute to his father, and your blog post describes it beautifully. I was afraid this would be the one show you missed, so I'm glad you saw it and post your thoughts.

Comment by Evie Mele

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 12:07:45 EST

If you only knew how much Craig is loved- he is admired deeply... sincerely, Ev