David Letterman on Love of Racing, Health Journey, ‘Late Show’

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TODAY’s Craig Melvin met up with comedy legend David Letterman at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the home of Letterman’s Indy race team. After leaving “The Late Show,” Letterman teamed up with businessman Mike Lanigan and former Indy driver Bobby Rahal, all three of whom had serious heart scares, to co-own a race team dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of heart valve failure. Letterman gives an update on his health and praises today’s hosts of late night comedy. » Subscribe to TODAY: https://www.youtube.com/@TODAY TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting. We wake up every morning to give you and your family all you need to start your day. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We are in the people business. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive TODAY archival footage & our original web series. Connect with TODAY Online! Visit TODAY's Website: https://www.today.com/ Find TODAY on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/today Follow

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