My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Stephen Colbert Headshot
Get Stephen Colbert Alerts

Stephen Colbert

BIO

Colbert's work as a correspondent on Comedy Central's news-parody series The Daily Show gained him wide recognition. In 2005, he left The Daily Show to host The Colbert Report. Following The Daily Show's news-parody concept, The Colbert Report was a parody of personality-driven political opinion shows including The O'Reilly Factor, in which he portrayed a caricatured version of conservative political pundits. The series became one of Comedy Central's highest-rated series, earning Colbert an invitation to perform as featured entertainer at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in 2006. After ending The Colbert Report, he was hired in 2015 to succeed retiring David Letterman as host of the Late Show on CBS. He hosted the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards in September 2017.


Colbert has won nine Primetime Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, and two Peabody Awards. Colbert was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in 2006 and 2012. Colbert's book, I Am America (And So Can You!), was listed No. 1 on The New York Times Best Seller list in 2007.

Photos

Videos

News


Video: Why Don Cheadle Doesn't Want to Know Who's in the Audience for PROOF
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

Acclaimed actor Don Cheadle is making his Broadway debut in Proof, the new revival of David Auburn's play. Watch the actor discuss the play on The Late Show, where he also looked back on his first stage role as Templeton the Rat in a production of Charlotte's Web.
David Byrne Adds New North American Dates to World Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has added new 2026 shows to his world tour in support of his latest album, Who Is The Sky?
Aisha Jackson, Britton & The Sting and More Set for Bryant Park Picnic Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

Bryant Park Picnic Performances, the free outdoor performing arts festival in the heart of Midtown, will return in May with its most expansive season yet as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 15, 2026- Lin-Manuel Miranda OCTET Film Adaptation Cast Unveiled and More
by - Apr 15, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 15, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Jon Cryer to Join THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

Emmy Award-winning comedic legend Jon Cryer will return to his theater roots and join the cast as Vice Principal Douglas Panch in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Video: Maya Rudolph is Fulfilling Lifelong Broadway Dreams in OH, MARY!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2026

Long-awaited Broadway dreams are finally coming true for Maya Rudolph. The Emmy-winner and SNL veteran will soon make her Broadway debut in Cole Escola's Oh, Mary!, fulfilling a childhood wish for the performer.
Video: Laura Benanti's Melania Trump Addresses Recent Press Conference on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2026

On Monday's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Broadway favorite Laura Benanti stopped by the show as the First Lady to shed some light on comments she made during a recent press conference. Watch Benanti
Video: Watch Brandi Carlile Perform 'Church & State' on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2026

Brandi Carlile visited The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Tuesday night, where she performed “Church & State” solo on piano as well as a cover of Alphaville’s “Forever Young.” Check out both performances here.
Joy Behar To Play Provincetown Town Hall With Judy Gold
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

Emmy Award-winning comedian and THE VIEW co-host Joy Behar will perform at Provincetown Town Hall, hosted by Emmy winner Judy Gold, with proceeds benefiting Sandy Hook Promise.
Grace Kelly To Present 20th Anniversary Concert At Broward Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026

Saxophonist and vocalist Grace Kelly performs her 20th anniversary concert on April 15 at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, joined by a four-piece ensemble.
Chris Redd and Larry Owens to Join UCBLK at Upright Citizens Brigade This April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

UCBLK, the all-Black variety show at Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, will present its April edition on, featuring Chris Redd, Larry Owens, and Jon Lampley of The Late Show's house band.
Video: Meryl Streep Shares THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Clip, Expresses Excitement for MAMMA MIA 3 on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2026

The iconic Meryl Streep visited The Late Show on Wednesday to discuss the highly anticipated film The Devil Wears Prada 2, bringing along a new clip from the film. She also expressed interest in returning to the Mamma Mia! franchise. Watch her appearance now.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 2, 2026- MEXODUS and PRINCE F*GGOT Lead Lortel Nominations and More
by - Apr 2, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 2, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Lucinda Williams Will Perform at Count Basie Theatre and Beacon Theatre in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026

Lucinda Williams will perform two East Coast concerts this spring, appearing at Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, New Jersey on May 27 and at Beacon Theatre in New York City on May 29.
Video: Nathan Lane Was 'Mesmerized' Seeing DEATH OF A SALESMAN as a Kid
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026

Tony Award-winning actor Nathan Lane appeared on an episode of Late Night with Stephen Colbert to discuss the long journey that led to playing Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman on Broadway. Watch the interview, where he remembers his first experience with the play as a kid.
Video: Nathan Lane and Marc Shaiman Perform on LATE NIGHT WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026

Acclaimed actor Nathan Lane appears on tonight's episode of Late Night with Stephen Colbert. As part of his appearance, Lane, an icon of musical theatre, accompanied by Marc Shaiman, performed “Laughing Matters” from the 1996 Off-Broadway revue, “When Pigs Fly.” Watch the video below!
Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Lady Gaga & More Nominated for 30th Annual Webby Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2026

The International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences (IADAS) has unveiled the Nominees for the 30th Annual Webby Awards, honoring excellence on the Internet. 
Jon Batiste To Perform At The Fabulous Fox In St. Louis
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2026

Jon Batiste will perform at The Fabulous Fox in St. Louis. The Grammy-winning artist will appear in July as part of a Music at the Intersection event. Tickets go on sale March 27.
The Second City Will Bring LAUGH HARDER, NOT SMARTER to City Theatre This April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026

City Theatre will present LAUGH HARDER, NOT SMARTER by The Second City from April 9 to 18 at City Theatre in Pittsburgh. Learn more about the performance here!
Jesse Welles Confirms Headlining 'Red' Tour Dates with Shows in NYC, Los Angeles, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2026

Jesse Welles has announced his 26-date Red Tour with headlining dates in cities including NYC, Los Angeles, Chicago, Nashville, and more. These dates will feature support by special guests Steph Strings, Ratboys, and Hudson Freeman.

Get Stephen Colbert Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos