The Most Iconic (and Cringeworthy) Moments in Talk Show History

Katharine Hepburn redecorates the set of The Dick Cavett Show

In 1973, the notoriously bossy movie star arrived at Cavett's studio still unsure whether or not she would agree to be interviewed. Once there, Hepburn rearranged the furniture, complained about the carpet, and even asked for the set to be repainted another color—all without realizing the cameras were already rolling.

Bette Midler says goodbye to Johnny Carson

The day before his retirement, the king of late-night television was serenaded by Bette Midler, who warbled "One for My Baby (and One More for the Road)" until Carson was nearly in tears. Midler could barely hold it together herself, fleeing the set immediately after her song ended.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.