Conan O'Brien ordained as minister by Universal Life Church

On October 21, 2011, Conan O'Brien was ordained as a minister by the Universal Life Church Monastery, which enabled him to perform same-sex marriages in New York, one of the few states in the U.S. that had legalized gay marriage at the time. This significant event culminated in a historic ceremony held on the stage of the Beacon Theatre on November 3, 2011. The ceremony was broadcast live on his late-night show, 'Conan,' marking it as the first same-sex marriage ceremony to be aired on American late-night television. This milestone not only showcased O'Brien's support for LGBTQ+ rights but also contributed to the ongoing conversation about marriage equality in the United States. The event was a celebration of love and inclusivity, reflecting the changing societal attitudes towards same-sex relationships during that period.