Regis Philbin hosted his final Live with Regis & Kelly show on Friday, November 18, 2011, ending a 28-year run, 995,600 minute career that is immeasurable.

Beside co-host Kelly Ripa and in front of a studio packed with friends and celebrities including former co-host Kathie Lee Gifford, Donald Trump and Tony Danza, Regis said his final farewell to morning television.]

The broadcast included memories, tears and a number of celebrities doing their best “Reege” impressions.

Ripa was particularly emotional about the era coming to an end, and gave a tearful speech.