Gary Gulman tells Seth Meyers he wrote first book in Grade 2, quips working title was 'A Cry for Help'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Comedian Gary Gulman made an unexpected and heartwarming revelation during his appearance on 'Late Night with Seth Meyers'.

Gulman, known for his quick wit and humorous storytelling, shared a charming childhood story that sheds light on the roots of his creativity.

He revealed that he wrote his first book, titled 'The Lonely Tree', in second grade, prompting laughter and admiration from the audience.

Gary Gulman on his childhood accomplishment 

In the midst of a banter with Seth Meyers, Gulman humorously recalled his second-grade achievement, reminiscing about his early literary endeavors.

The comedian's self-deprecating humor emerged as he jestingly remarked that his childhood work might have surpassed his son's current abilities, humorously attributing it to having repeated first grade.

Gulman quipped, "Yeah. This was my first book. 'The Lonely Tree.'"

'The Lonely Tree' served as Gulman's inaugural literary piece, showcasing his burgeoning talent for storytelling even at a young age.

Gary Gulman's childhood and 'The Lonely Tree'

He humorously revealed that the book's initial working title was 'A Cry for Help', eliciting laughter from the audience. Meyers and Gulman engaged in light-hearted banter, pondering the implications of a child authoring a book titled 'The Lonely Tree'.

"The working title was 'A Cry for Help.' When you have a kid who writes a book called 'The Lonely Tree', they're like, 'Let's red-flag this one.'"

Reflecting on his childhood circumstances, Gulman shared an endearing anecdote about the book's significance to his family.

Gary Gulman's 'The Lonely Tree' and family ties

Despite limited financial means, he gifted the book he crafted in school to his parents as a heartfelt gesture. Even after his parents' separation, the book held sentimental value, with his father even attempting to get it published—a touching gesture that highlighted the book's emotional impact.

"So, 'The Lonely Tree.' I should've been in third. I've got a second grader right now, and I saw this, I'm like, 'Oh, my God. This is so much better than what my son could do. 'Well, in those days, I didn't have a lot of income, so I would give gifts I made from school. And that was a present to my mom and dad, who didn't even live in the same home. So my mom wound up keeping it, but my dad brought it around and tried to get it published, which is insane," Culma said.

The conversation delved further into Gulman's upbringing and his thoughts on income inequality, a theme he later explored in his show 'Born on Third Base'.

He articulated his observations on income disparities, reflecting on how societal issues have evolved since his childhood.

As the conversation navigated through various topics, Gulman's revelation about his childhood book showcased a touching moment from his past that resonated with audiences.

The story provided a glimpse into Gulman's early creative spirit and his family's support, ultimately laying the groundwork for his future career as a celebrated comedian.