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Who will wear the crown in the realm of riveting conversations and unforgettable television moments? In one corner, the irreverently witty Graham Norton, whose couch has become a storytelling battleground for celebrities. In the other, the quintessential late-night pioneer, David Letterman, whose dry humor and edgy interviews reshaped American television. This isn’t just a vote; it’s a choice between the gleeful spontaneity of Norton's banter and the iconic, ironic stings of Letterman's monologues. What does a great talk show host look like to you? Traditional gravitas or boundary-pushing hilarity?
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer David Letterman over Graham Norton when it comes to the greatest Talk Show Hosts of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick David Letterman 75.3% of the time over Graham Norton.
Across all battles:
David Letterman win rate: 63.2%
Graham Norton win rate: 40.7%
Johnny Carson, without a doubt! He set the golden standard for what it means to be a great talk show host. Check out where he stands on the GOAT List.
Graham Norton has a knack for making his guests and viewers feel like they're just hanging out with friends. His playful and often cheeky interviews really draw fans in! Plus, who doesn't love his famous red chair stories?
Fans are really rallying behind Letterman, probably because of his iconic humor and the massive impact he's had on late night TV. His style, combined with years of memorable interviews, makes it hard not to root for him!