For the final episode of "The Colbert Report," Stephen Colbert gathers up dozens of celebrity friends to sing the classic British song "We'll Meet Again." It's going to be hard to say goodbye to The Colbert Report this Thursday—mostly because it'll mean saying goodbye to “Stephen Colbert,” the ruthlessly ignorant, hilariously pompous, utterly indelible faux … Read more
More than a few of Washington's political elites have been flummoxed by the late-night host, who often persuaded or duped poorly briefed politicos to humiliate themselves on late-night TV. Here are some of the best gaffes and takedowns of the Colbert era:. More than a few of Washington's political elites have been flummoxed by the … Read more
Stephen Colbert mentioned Saginaw Spirit mini mascot Steagle Colbeagle the Eagle, named after Colbert in 2006, one last time during his farewell episode of "The Colbert Report" Thursday, Dec. 18. (Photo courtesy Scott Gries/Comedy Central) (Photo The year's 10 funniest commercials of 2014 will be counted down Thursday night. Colbert's pistachio pitch made the cut. … Read more
It's a testament to Stephen Colbert's great abilities that, when news hit Thursday that he would be succeeding David Letterman as host of CBS's “Late Show” next year, many were mystified. Colbert is a character, the Twitter chorus cried out, not a talk Stephen Colbert is known for his over-the-top conservative pundit persona on his … Read more
One's first reaction to the ascension—or descent—of Stephen Colbert to the helm of the CBS program soon to be formerly known as “Late Show with David Letterman” is grief: uncomprehending, possibly inconsolable grief. Why? Because, according to more The world is all atwitter—particularly the world of Twitter—about Stephen Colbert being named the heir to David … Read more
The move to “The Late Show” will introduce America to the real Stephen Colbert, who turns 50 next month, for the first time on a TV stage. He has said that he's tried to keep his actual political leanings out of “Colbert Report,” but glimpses have come UPDATED WITH NEW DETAILS: A week after David … Read more
While many of us are undoubtedly a bit sad that Stephen Colbert will be leaving behind his beloved satirical persona to take over the Late Show, the outpouring of support from his peers has been unwavering. Last night, Jon Stewart wished the comedian a CBS announced today that Stephen Colbert will take over for David … Read more
Stephen Colbert listens to a commissioner as he appears at a hearing at the Federal Election Commission in Washington, D.C. to discuss his request to form a Political Action Committee on June 30, 2011. Sarah L. Voisin—The Washington Post/Getty Images Stephen Colbert listens to a commissioner as he appears at a hearing at the Federal … Read more
CBS announces Stephen Colbert as David Letterman's successor. By John-Henry Perera | April 10, 2014 | Updated: April 10, 2014 12:05pm. Comments; E-mail; Print. Tweet. Share on Facebook 0. Page 1 of 1 CBS CBS announced today that Stephen Colbert will succeed David Letterman when he walks away from the Late Show at the end … Read more
Stephen Colbert, Political Cartoons, Comics, Editorial Commentary on the latest news, politics, cartoon memes and events around the world. (CNN) — The real Stephen Colbert is probably someone "Stephen Colbert," the character, would find easy to mock. The real Colbert is reportedly just a regular guy who lives in a New Jersey suburb with his … Read more