In a rare interview, comedian Dave Chappelle tells “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King about why he is connecting with a part of his family history at Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina. His great-grandfather, Bishop William David Chappelle, was a former president at the university. Source
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Dave Chappelle on his friendship with Prince
After walking away from a $50 million deal with Comedy Central at the height of his career in 2005, comedian Dave Chappelle is making a comeback with three new Netflix specials. In a rare interview, he tells “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King about what Prince meant to his sister and him while he was growing up. Source
Remembering Chuck Berry
Rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Chuck Berry died Saturday at his home near St. Louis. Mireya Villarreal has more on one of the most influential musicians of all time. Source
NationTracker Poll: Supporters look to President Trump to “make good deals” on legislation
A CBS News and YouGov NationTracker Poll reveals Americans agree President Trump is trying to do a lot – though it’s too much for some. CBS News Elections Director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest numbers. Source
Nancy Pelosi: House GOP Healthcare bill is “Robin Hood in reverse”
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi says President Trump “either doesn’t know or doesn’t care about what is in the Affordable Health Care Act.” Pelosi calls the new bill by GOP House leaders “the biggest transfer of wealth in our country’s history.” Source
Sen. Ted Cruz: If new healthcare plan does not pass, will cause “political disaster for everyone”
Sen. Ted Cruz, R – Texas, says President Trump knows healthcare reform is a “big fat negotiation.” The Senator adds, “If we lower premiums, that’s a victory for the American people.” Source
Open: This is Face the Nation, March 19
This week on “Face the Nation,” host John Dickerson sits down with Sen. Ted Cruz and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, and unveils a new CBS News NationTracker poll with Elections Director Anthony Salvanto. Source
Irish chef Darina Allen
She’s renowned as the “Julia Child of Ireland.” Cookbook author and teacher Darina Allen, founder of the Ballymaloe Cookery School in County Cork, has helped put Irish cuisine on the map. A proponent of the “slow food movement,” she offers some pointers to Martha Teichner. Source
Annaleigh Ashford talks Broadway’s “Sunday in the Park with George”
Newly-opened musical “Sunday in the Park with George” on Broadway pairs actor Jake Gyllenhaal with acclaimed Tony-winning actress Annaleigh Ashford. The results are theatrical magic. Jamie Wax reports. Source
Preview: Dave Chappelle talks “long, long detour”
Dave Chappelle walked away from his successful Comedy Central show 12 years ago at the height of its popularity. It was nominated for three Emmy Awards. Now, he is returning to TV with a new Netflix special. Watch Gayle King’s rare, in-depth interview with Chappelle Monday on “CBS This Morning.” Source