How did Buddy the dog get discovered for 'Stupid Pet Tricks'?

Buddy's owner sent a video tape to "America's Funniest Home Videos," and a copy was then sent to the producer of "Late Show with David Letterman's" "Stupid Pet Tricks."

Did David Letterman know about Buddy's tricks before the show?

No, David Letterman saw Buddy's tricks live for the first time when they were performed on the show, as producers booked and auditioned the act beforehand.

What movie franchise originated from Buddy's TV appearance?

Buddy's breakthrough on David Letterman's show paved the way for his eventual stardom in the 'Air Bud' movie franchise.

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Letterman's Stupid Pet Tricks Launched 'Air Bud' Star

15 Feb

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Buddy the dog's owner sent videos to TV shows.
David Letterman producers booked Buddy for live reaction.
Buddy's TV appearance led to the 'Air Bud' movie franchise.

Letterman's Stupid Pet Tricks Launched 'Air Bud' Star

The beloved '90s 'Air Bud' movie franchise owes its existence to a memorable segment on the "Late Show with David Letterman." Buddy, the talented canine at the heart of these films, first gained national attention through the show's popular "Stupid Pet Tricks." His owner, Kevin DiCicco, initially submitted a video tape to "America's Funniest Home Videos."

Subsequently, a copy of this tape was sent to the producer of Letterman's "Stupid Pet Tricks." DiCicco recounted that producers booked the act after an audition, with David Letterman witnessing Buddy's skills live for the first time, eliciting a spontaneous and positive reaction. This engagement on "The Late Show" marked Buddy's significant breakthrough.

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