Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #644: Ray Romano, Laura Coates, Walter Kirn
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Dec 16, 2023 
Ray Romano, the beloved comedian and actor of 'Everybody Loves Raymond' fame, shares his amusing insights on family dynamics during the holidays. Laura Coates, CNN's chief legal analyst, dives into the political nuances surrounding holiday traditions and representation. Walter Kirn, novelist and cultural commentator, reflects on nostalgia and how classic sitcoms like Archie Bunker shape societal discussions on race and class. The trio blends humor with deep cultural reflections, addressing the complexities of inclusion in today's media landscape.
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Ending Raymond
- Ray Romano discusses his decision to end "Everybody Loves Raymond" after nine seasons.
- He and Phil Rosenthal prioritized concluding the show while it was still successful.
Escaping Typecasting
- Ray Romano had to create his own opportunities to avoid being typecast after "Raymond".
- He co-created "Men of a Certain Age", a dramedy, to showcase his range.
Italian Family Traditions
- Bill Maher questions the Italian family tradition of having dinner at noon.
- Romano explains this is based on his wife's family, who immigrated directly from Italy.