David Letterman has been a staple in late night television for more than thirty years, hosting NBC’s Late Night from 1982-1993 and CBS’s Late Show from 1993-2015.
Since leaving his late night duties, Letterman has kept a fairly low profile, making few public appearances, if any. While on television, one of Letterman’s favorite guests was none other than his mother Dorothy, who tragically passed away at her home in Indiana at the age of 95.
David Letterman’s mom Dorothy Mengering, whose appearances on her son’s show made her unlikely star, has died at 95. https://t.co/Sj59AzX0fw pic.twitter.com/FBTsqd2vPq
— ABC News (@ABC) April 12, 2017
From CNN:
Mengering became a bit of a pseudo celebrity in the 90s when her son hosted “The Late Show With David Letterman,” after appearing in multiple segments on the show, including “Guess Mom’s Pies.” She was also his Winter Olympics correspondent in 1994, 1998 and 2002.
An avid cook, she wrote a cookbook in 1996 called “Home Cookin’ With Dave’s Mom.”
“Dorothy’s idea of a good time was being with her family, driving in the country or enjoying a meal together,” her three children wrote in her obituary. “Though she was an extraordinary cook, one of her favorite things to eat was the Greek pizza at Some Guys.”
David Letterman’s mom dead at 95 https://t.co/U3fndBpUTj
— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) April 12, 2017
Sincere condolences & prayers to @DavidLetterman, family, friends & congratulations to Dorothy Mengering for a life well lived.
— Annie (@Anniefromkansas) April 12, 2017
SAD NEWS – David Letterman’s mom, Dorothy, who often appeared on his late night show, has died at the age of 95. She was so adorable. #RIP
— George Pennacchio (@abc7george) April 12, 2017
Such a sweet-natured lady. RIP Dorothy, mother of David Letterman.
— James Crampton (@JimCramptonWPG) April 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Letterman and his entire family during this trying time. Rest in peace Dorothy!