Conan O'Brien's new TBS talk show was a hit with young viewers Monday night, delivering an audience with a projected median age of just 30. Conan - which featured guests Seth Rogen, Lea Michele and Jack White - was watched by 2,451,000 adults 18-34; 3,285,000 adults 18-49; and 4,155,000 viewers.
O'Brien has a strong following among younger viewers, and social media has proven to be a key way for him to connect with his fans. "Conan's audience has been very vocal online, and he clearly made a smooth transition from Twitter to TBS," said Steve Koonin, president of Turner Entertainment Networks. "Conan delivered an extraordinary audience and stands out as the youngest late-night talk show on television."
Tonight, Conan will welcome guests Tom Hanks, Jack McBrayer and Soundgarden.
Upcoming guests include Jon Hamm, Fistful of Mercy and Charlyne Yi on Wednesday; and Michael Cera, Julie Bowen and Jon Dore on Thursday.
Conan O'Brien's Long-Awaited Return to Late-Night Television Attracts a Young Audience with Median Age of 30
Nov 9, 2010 - 2:00:57 PM
