Craig Kilborn's impressive 14-year television run began in local TV in Monterey, California, before he made his way to ESPN's SportsCenter. He later became the original host of The Daily Show on Comedy Central, where he was affectionately known as "The Natural Host." During his time at ESPN, Kilborn hosted "The Feel Good Edition" and injected his humor into the broadcast, leaving a lasting impression on audiences. He is particularly remembered for his catchphrases, including "Oh Precious," "Oh Nature," "It's the Cold and Pooh Season," "Jumanji," "Spank Me," "Ohhh, Resourceful," and "Release, Rotation, Splash."
At The Daily Show, Kilborn developed the popular "5 Questions" segment and "Dance, Dance, Dance," earning a CableAce Award nomination for Outstanding Entertainment Host. Under his tenure, The Daily Show was crowned "Best Late Night Comedy" by TV Guide. Kilborn's success at The Daily Show was a testament to his comedic genius and ability to connect with audiences.
When he transitioned to hosting The Late, Late Show on CBS, Kilborn faced a smaller writing staff and no band, yet he still managed to outperform ABC's Jimmy Kimmel in the ratings. He also outperformed NBC's Conan O'Brien in every television market where his lead-in, David Letterman, beat Jay Leno in the ratings. Kilborn's creative genius continued to shine through in popular segments such as "Yambo," "Sebastian: The Asexual Icon," "Recreate A Press Photo," "Talking To The Moon," and "To Blank With Love," in addition to continuing "5 Questions."
In addition to his television career, Kilborn has also acted in several movies, including a memorable role as Mark, the philandering boyfriend in Old School, where he delivered the iconic phrases "Good talk, see you out there" and "Guy Code."
Kilborn currently hosts a podcast called The Life Gorgeous, where he shares his magical life in hopes of improving his listeners' lives. He started the podcast after receiving numerous requests from fans who followed his iconic Instagram account.
Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Kilborn briefly lived in Florham Park, New Jersey, before spending his formative years in Hastings, Minnesota, from kindergarten to high school. He is a passionate fan of the Minnesota Timberwolves and a lifelong fan of the Minnesota Vikings. Kilborn is affectionately known by his nicknames Kilby and Lord Kilby.
