KnowraDavid LettermanLinked fromLinked fromThe 13 pages that link to David Letterman, each with the reason it gives.All 13Related 9Compared with 4Jay LenoCompared with: Letterman was the leading rival for Carson’s role and later a direct competitor to Leno.Conan O’BrienCompared with: Letterman’s irreverent style offers a prominent predecessor to O’Brien’s comedic approach.Regis PhilbinCompared with: Letterman’s irony-driven late-night persona contrasted with Philbin’s genial, conversational hosting.Jimmy FallonCompared with: Letterman's Late Show competed with Fallon's Tonight Show during their overlapping years.