Host David Letterman has built a reputation for himself in television industry as a host. Known for his unique style of humor and charisma, Letterman’s career in the entertainment domain has been widely documented. But fans are also curious to know more about his personal life.
So, here are all the details about David Letterman’s wife, their kids, and more.
Who is David Letterman married to?
David Letterman is married to Regina Lasko.
Previously, Letterman was married to his girlfriend from college days, Michelle Cook. The TV host and Cook exchanged vows in July 1966. However, they went their separate ways in 1977. He also dated Merrill Markoe, who was the head writer for his Late Night talk show from 1978 to 1988.
What is Regina Lasko’s job?
Regina Lasko has worked in broadcasting. She’s worked on Saturday Night Live, Late Night with David Letterman: 7th Anniversary Special in 1989, and more (via IMDb). During an interaction with Rolling Stone in 2015, Letterman called Lasko “very smart” as he discussed her job. “She worked in broadcasting, so she knows everything I do here. And in addition to being a practical combination, we just have a lot of fun,” he said.
David Letterman and Regina Lasko’s relationship history
Letterman and Lasko were in a long relationship for over two decades before they got married in 2009 in Montana. The couple reportedly got into a relationship in 1986. Letterman revealed more details in March 2009 on his Late Show, saying, “Regina and I began dating in February of 1986. I said, ‘Well, things are going pretty good; let’s just see what happens in about 10 years.’”
In 2003, the couple became parents to their only son Harry Joseph Letterman.