03.23.07

Larry ‘Bud’ Melman (Calvert DeForest) Dies at 85

Posted in News of the World, Cinema at 11:08 pm by Spencer

Calvert DeForest, alias Larry 'Bud' Melman

Calvert DeForest, Jr., better known as Larry “Bud” Melman during his 20 year stint from 1982-2002 on David Letterman’s late night shows, died on March 19, 2007 after a long illness. He leaves no immediate survivors.

Thanks for all the laughs, Calvert. You were one of a kind. I remember one night when Dave showed a headshot of you when you were young, and you were a handsome devil indeed — I wish I could find it somewhere now so I could post it in your honor. Cheers.

Numerous YouTube clips (including his appearance on the very first episode of Late Night with David Letterman on NBC in 1982) — via YesButNoButYes.

Calvert DeForest bio at NNBD.com

NY Times obit

Calvert DeForest film & TV credits via IMDB

Calvert DeForest: The second most powerful man in American broadcasting!

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03.23.07

Larry ‘Bud’ Melman (Calvert DeForest) Dies at 85

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