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Congrats on getting hitched, Craig Ferguson!

Jan 6, 2009, 10:18 AM | by Ken Tucker

Categories: Television

So that Scottish slyboots Craig Ferguson waggled his fingers in front of the camera last night and revealed he'd gotten married over the holidays. He wed his girlfriend Megan Wallace Cunningham, an art dealer. (He suggested we start referring to the couple by their celebrity-contraction, "Cragan.")

"I know I said I'd never get married again but apparently I can't even abide by my own rules," said the twice-before-hitched Ferguson. Noting that his finger "went into toxic shock" upon the reapplication of a wedding ring, America's favorite brogue-babbler promised a lot of take-my-wife-please jokes from now on.

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If the yuks are as amusingly impertinent as the ones he made Monday (what did Megan have that the other wives didn't?, he asked rhetorically: "a penis!" he crowed, cracking up at his risque silliness), we're in for some fine opening-monologue tales of newly-married life. Throughout the evening, he seemed genuinely exhilarated, slipping in references to his new life with a giddiness that transcended foolishness: this was the sight of one happy fellow. And as a talk-show host unafraid to share the details of his life--Ferguson has in the past spoken movingly of the deaths of his parents and of his U.S. citizenship--you couldn't help but watch last night and feel as though he was making you part of the wedding reception.

Congratulations, Craig. Long may your fingers, and everything else, wave.


Kylie Wed, Feb 11, 2009 at 01:07 AM EST

you know, i always thought that if craig got married that i'd be insanely jealous but actually, i'm so happy for the newly-weds! congratulations!

Kathleen Tue, Jan 13, 2009 at 02:28 AM EST

This is the first time for me writing to a celebrity, but just had to say like all the women out there I wanted you for myself. But I do wish you many happy and healthy years to come, you and Megan are very lucky to have found each other and love. But Megan if you cheat or hurt him, I wanna be the one to unbreak your heart Craig :-)) Your special talent for me is how you make us laugh. I wanna meet someone like you in real life hehehe so if theres any hot guys like Craig who are available e mail me! Love ya Kathleen

Sheila Tue, Jan 13, 2009 at 02:12 AM EST

P.S. Just as an aside, since you're taken....How do I reach Hugh Laurie, I love that Harley Riding Pill Popping, Pap Smear Giving Bastard (oh excuse my French, I'm American, which means I'm French, Dutch, Irish and English....please set me on fire...Sheila

Sheila Tue, Jan 13, 2009 at 02:07 AM EST

Well, i've never written to a celeb before, and i was gonna tell ya how just ridiculously hot you are, and now you're married (as am I), so I'll restructure my message to wish you all the love and happiness in the world. congrats, YOU BASTARD, I was gonna get divorced and seek you out!!! lol All the best, Sheila

Salleo Mon, Jan 12, 2009 at 05:43 PM EST

The melancholy Scot has found happiness. Perhaps there's hope for us all.

Sonic Mon, Jan 12, 2009 at 04:13 AM EST

Congratulations, Craig! I love your show and even though you're married to the luckiest woman on the planet, I still have a crush on you!
May you two stay forever in Love!

Nomi and Coty Mon, Jan 12, 2009 at 01:48 AM EST

Craig! I love your show! You always make me laugh. Keep on doing it! You're so funny! Congrats on your marriage! I hope you have a great marriage.

sandy Sun, Jan 11, 2009 at 07:18 PM EST

congrats on the new wedding. wishing you and your new bride a happy, healthy, future. i watch your show every night and you got me through alot of bad time after my husband passed and you truly are the next best thing to JHONNY CARSON!!!!

Sheri Sat, Jan 10, 2009 at 11:08 PM EST

Craig--I love you as so many others do. I love your sense of humor. With the news of your new marriage, I am so happy for you. Congratulations.

Sheri Sat, Jan 10, 2009 at 11:08 PM EST

Craig--I love you as so many others do. I love your sense of humor. With the news of your new marriage, I am so happy for you. Congratulations.

Sheri Sat, Jan 10, 2009 at 11:08 PM EST

Craig--I love you as so many others do. I love your sense of humor. With the news of your new marriage, I am so happy for you. Congratulations.

Sheri Sat, Jan 10, 2009 at 11:07 PM EST

Craig--I love you as so many others do. I love your sense of humor. With the news of your new marriage, I am so happy for you. Congratulations.

KateInHawaii Sat, Jan 10, 2009 at 05:53 AM EST

Jay Leno's married, yet an obvious "flirt." In his Friday monologue, Craig was still flirting with a lust-gaze in response to an emailer's question to a suggested audience flasher. But, somehow, it's not the same. I felt a bit awkward. This is going to take some getting used to.

Patti...from Lou-uh-vul Sat, Jan 10, 2009 at 02:03 AM EST

Dear Craig, Congrats on the marriage. I, too, wanted you for meself, Laddie but this cougar will be happy for you & Megan. You have brightened many a late night for me & I loved your pronunciation of my hometown. Ya gotta say it like your mouth is full of mashed potatoes!!!

Anna and Alex Fri, Jan 9, 2009 at 11:27 PM EST

Good Luck to you both and "Lang May yer Lum Reek" We enjoy your show but as we're in our 80's we can't stay up late However, we tape it without fail, keep the fun coming
Two auld Scots in Canada

Judy W Fri, Jan 9, 2009 at 11:10 PM EST

Dear Craig, the night you told us you and Megan got married I fell asleep smiling, and with a prayer for your enduring happiness. I was still smiling all the next day. What wonderful news! You deserve a wonderful life! I think you are an exceptional human being. Love you!

bootsycolumbia Fri, Jan 9, 2009 at 10:47 PM EST

All the best, Craigan! I might cry myself to sleep tonight, but I do wish you many years of happiness. Oh, and Rose, Craig has spoken frequently about being sober for at least 10 years.

Joyce Fri, Jan 9, 2009 at 04:31 PM EST

Congrats to Mr and Mrs Craig Ferguson..you are wished all the best!!Craig and Megan make a great couple!! They are wished many many years of happiness!
Sincerely
Craigs number one fan from Illinois
Joyce N

Lynn from MN Thu, Jan 8, 2009 at 06:47 PM EST

Congratulations Craig!!

*I had no clue that so many women hoped you'd be theirs. I thought I had that spot secured for myself.

*Craig is the best and I'm glad to read that so many other people feel the same way. I don't laugh like I do with any other host.
*Simply said, he is just a pure, genuine human being! It's hard to fake that level of exhuberance! How refreshing!

Judy Thu, Jan 8, 2009 at 01:02 PM EST

Oh, Craigers, I wish you the best but am sad, we all wanted you for ourselves! We can keep dreaming. Three times!! I sure hope you got that pre-nup as I'm sure you have been burned before with the other two. I hope you have more babies, you son needs a sibling!.....Judy in Victor, NY

Mariam Thu, Jan 8, 2009 at 12:36 PM EST

Craig, how could you do this! Don't you know how many of us were hoping you would choose us? Well, I am canceling my trip to visit you! Seriously, hope you have many happy years together! If you don't, look me up!

Kath in Hawaii Thu, Jan 8, 2009 at 06:07 AM EST

From a big fan in Hawaii: All the very best to a most deserving man, thank you for all the many laughs & looking forward to many more with you. Stay safe & stay happy, live long & prosper. Your decision to be honest and do a proper tribute to your Mom was touching and so right. Mahalo from our hearts to yours. Aloha!

cash Thu, Jan 8, 2009 at 03:30 AM EST

ebc: If you paid attention when Craig was talking about "night diving", you'd know Craig is certainly not gay. Best wishes to the lovely couple.

kathryn Thu, Jan 8, 2009 at 01:57 AM EST

congrats on your marriage wish you and your bride all the luck in the world and I'll keep watching you every night .you're the best

MaryAnne Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 09:06 PM EST

Craig--Saw you on Million Dollar Passward, boy you sure are one hot dude when dressed in jeans---this coming from a 69 yr. old widow. Then, you go and get married on me, shucks!! " There, I made myself laugh." Seriously, I wish you and Mrs. Ferguson a long and loving marriage as I had---41 years after only dating for 1 month. Congrats!!

ebc Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 03:46 PM EST

Sorry, thought the chappy was gay.

Barbara Gregory Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 02:09 PM EST

Craigen---Best wishes to the funniest man on the planet,maybe the universe and his lovely bride!!!!!!

Debbie Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 01:53 PM EST

I'm engaged but I was still hoping Craig would save himself for me......I just made myself laugh. Congrats!! Maybe Megan can join the Highlanders.

Debbie Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 01:52 PM EST

I'm engaged but I was still hoping Craig would save himself for me......I just made myself laugh. Congrats!! Maybe Megan can join the Highlanders.

susanc Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 01:49 PM EST

Craig stopped drinking in 1992. Do the math!

Sarah martin Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 01:43 PM EST

I love ur show and ur a sensitive man and not too many talk show host is decent like u.

Russ Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 03:58 AM EST

Wow! What a year. Becoming a U.S. citizen,getting your pilot's license, proving to be the best late night host out there, doing great stand-up shows and then marring a total cutie. Congratulations! BTW Seeing your show at the
MGM with my girl was the highlight of my year. Thanks for always being honest to your audience.

Bessie Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 02:06 AM EST

Aw, ye cheeky wee monkey ye, gaun an getting wed!
Ye are jist the bestest and funniest man oot there in telly land!
Weel done son!

Bessie Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 02:06 AM EST

Aw, ye cheeky wee monkey ye, gaun an getting wed!
Ye are jist the bestest and funniest man oot there in telly land!
Weel done son!

Pink Parasol Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 02:01 AM EST

Actually, this absolutely brilliantly clever and funny man has not had a DRINK in nearly TEN YEARS stupid Rosie Posie!
Congrats Craig!

miranda Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 12:50 AM EST

Actually, Rose, though I could be wrong about this, I believe Craig stopped drinking some time ago. Anyway, congratulations and best wishes (though I must admit, I am jealous.)

rose Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 11:41 PM EST

I couldnt live with a man who is a heavy drinker. he is one.

Nancy Merta Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 08:29 PM EST

Congratulations to you both, hopefully we'll get to meet Megan.
Craig your my Hero, The Tribute to your MOM was Heartwarming always make her PROUD !!!!!

Heartbroken in Portland, OR Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 07:45 PM EST

OMG, I thought he was joking! My heart is broken! Craig! Well best of luck to you, you deserve it. You give people a ton of joy. Heartbroken in Portland, OR

susan Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 06:57 PM EST

dearest craig.... . my first thought shucks.. i wanted him!!! i still want you and now you're an unavailable unavailable man... great fantasy material...kisses...bestest to you and the lovely wifey

Cheryl Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 05:41 PM EST

Best Wishes "CRAGEN"!!! Craig, your monologue last night was absolutely hilarious. I've been married 30 yrs. already, to the same man, I KNOW!!! But on the lighter side may you both be deliriously happy together. Snuggle up & be warm now you cheeky little monkeys!!!

Shawna Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 05:13 PM EST

After a twinge of sadness at this news I wish Craigen all the best. She must be a very special lady to have captured his heart!! He's an exceptional man and I look forward to many more laughes from him!! We love you Craig

Mona Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 04:59 PM EST

love me craig and jealous of the wee lassie that captured his heart! much happiness to you both, i hope u found your claudette, now write us another book already!

Di Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 04:35 PM EST

My heart is broken but I can still fantasize falling asleep to Craigie's lovely brogue. He is without doubt the most intelligent, creative mind on T.V. He makes me laugh out loud, think, and cry sometimes.

Mariane Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 03:30 PM EST

Married in a kilt in Vermont in a blizzard. His comedy just writes itself!

Pamela Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 03:26 PM EST

Congrats Cragan!! I knew someday a very lucky person would get ahold of you! I wish it could have been me, but at least I still have you in my bedroom at night on TV! Lots of good wishes to you both.

SweetyPy Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 02:31 PM EST

Craig-your show was super last night! As a longtime fan I wish you nothing but the best. Too bad your show is on so late-the rest of the world doesn't know what they're missing. I'm waiting patiently for your new book. From a still adoring Cougar!! May all your dreams come true!

donnamatrix Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 01:36 PM EST

Here's hoping three's the charm! Now will you please stay home and write another book?

Susan Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 01:31 PM EST

Love ya Craig! Congrats on your wedding. By the way Mr. Tucker, I enjoyed your interview when you were on the show. If the celebrities, authors, etc don't show up on Craig's show, then I don't know what they are up to lately because his is the only one I watch.

Joy Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 12:30 PM EST

Oy! That cheeky monkey went ahead and got married? Ha! I'm glad he's happy. I hope he and his wife grow old together. Congratulations!

Omega3 Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 12:06 PM EST

Hey Craig...congrats and long may your finger wave. lol

Omega3 Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 12:06 PM EST

Hey Craig...congrats and long may your finger wave. lol

michael Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 11:36 AM EST

well as a gay man . i have whatch graig for years why dont he just come out of the closet.he never had a dimond in is right ear.before and to say i got marryed in vermont where gay peple can get married. his first guest could not stop laughing.

laura Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 11:22 AM EST

Congratulations, Craig & Megan!!
I could not stop laughing when he said his ring has a gps on it jajaaaaa

jslost Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 11:04 AM EST

Congrats from one of the many disappointed "cougars."


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