Colbert Reveals 'Late Show' Debut 'Almost Didn't Get On The Air'
One of the biggest late night debuts in television history nearly became one of the biggest duds.
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One of the biggest late night debuts in television history nearly became one of the biggest duds.
Thunderous cheers and chants greeted Stephen Colbert as he made his debut Tuesday night as the host of CBS' "Late Show."
It's the dawn of a new era in late-night television as Stephen Colbert makes his big debut as host of "The Late Show."
Christian Blauvelt, deputy culture editor at BBC.com, stopped by the CBS2 studios to offer some insight.
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" premieres on Tuesday, Sept. 8. But Colbert made sure he consulted his predecessor, David Letterman, for some advice first.
The comedian hasn't been in front of an audience for months, but he has had plenty to do to keep from getting bored.
For close to a decade Colbert was best known for playing a faux pundit on Comedy Central's 'Colbert Report.'
"Late Show" host Stephen Colbert will lend his voice to the Waze traffic app through Sept. 22, the app announced Tuesday.
Of particular interest is what appears to be a collaborative performance by Run The Jewels and TV On The Radio.
Stephen Colbert will open big when he begins his run as host of CBS' "The Late Show'' on Sept. 8, with previously announced guests George Clooney and Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush.
Colbert is taking over for David Letterman who hosted the late night show for 33 years
George Clooney will be the first guest on the "Late Show" with Stephen Colbert on September 8.
In a little over a month, Stephen Colbert's "The Late Show" will premiere on CBS.
Confidence is key for any late-night television host, and Colbert's new song shows he's got plenty. Listen and see if you agree.
A jazz man is running the band.
He launched the show's new website, ColbertLateShow.com, and accounts on various social media outlets on Wednesday as well as an app for Apple mobile devices.
From Mark Ronson to Weird Al, here's who we think should take the reins.
"I have nine months to make a show, just like a baby. So first, I should find out how you make a baby," said Colbert.
The late show host will retire next year after more than two decades on the air.
Host Stephen Colbert is signing off after nine years of playing a conservative talk show host.
Entertainment and pop culture had quite a few notable moments in 2014, and as the year winds down, some things require a second look.
David Letterman will host his final broadcast of the "Late Show" on Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Singer Al Green, Actor and Filmmaker Tom Hanks, Ballerina Patricia McBride, Singer-Songwriter Sting and Comedienne Lily Tomlin Are the Honorees for the 37th Anniversary of This Acclaimed Annual Special
Stephen Colbert will host "The 37th Annual Kennedy Center Honors."
Good news New York! Late Show with Stephen Colbert isn't going anywhere.
