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17 stories · latest Oct 1, 2026 · TV & Film, Celebrity, Music

Stephen Colbert biography

Stephen Colbert is a veteran television personality, comedian, and former host of CBS's flagship evening program, The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. Across a 21-year career in late-night comedy, he established himself as a prominent figure in American broadcasting, earning 14 career Emmy Award victories for his television work.

Following the cancellation and May sign-off of his long-running show, Colbert made headlines for celebrating a six-Emmy victory lap for its final season. He subsequently debuted a scruffier post-broadcast look at the Emmy Awards, defended the vital role of political satire, and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! where he shaved his beard on air.

  • Coverage of Stephen Colbert focuses heavily on his transition out of daily broadcasting following the cancellation of his long-running CBS show.
  • Reports highlight his continued industry influence through record Emmy wins, advocacy for his former crew, and playful cross-show appearances.
  • Media attention also centers on his personal style changes and defensive stance on the enduring power of late-night political satire.

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  1. Stephen Colbert Demands Emmy Voters Support Rival Jimmy Kimmel In Viral Video

    Aug 26, 2026

    Stephen Colbert released a viral video urging Emmy voters to vote for rival host Jimmy Kimmel.

    Stephen Colbert Demands Emmy Voters Support Rival Jimmy Kimmel In Viral Video
  2. Josh Groban Enlists Joey Fatone & Stephen Colbert For Star-Studded NYC Benefit Concert

    Sep 1, 2026

    Stephen Colbert was announced as part of the lineup for Josh Groban's NYC benefit concert.

    Josh Groban Enlists Joey Fatone & Stephen Colbert For Star-Studded NYC Benefit Concert
  3. Stephen Colbert And Desi Lydic Pull Off Shocking Emmy Night Upsets

    Sep 6, 2026

    Colbert Before Air won the Emmy for Outstanding Short Form Comedy, Drama Or Variety Series.

    Stephen Colbert And Desi Lydic Pull Off Shocking Emmy Night Upsets
  4. Bittersweet Victory! Stephen Colbert Snags Emmy For Canceled 'Late Show' And Pleads With Hollywood To Hire His Crew

    Sep 15, 2026

    Stephen Colbert accepted the Outstanding Variety Series Emmy for the final season of The Late Show.

    Bittersweet Victory! Stephen Colbert Snags Emmy For Canceled 'Late Show' And Pleads With Hollywood To Hire His Crew
  5. Stephen Colbert Defends Late-Night TV and Expressive Freedom at Emmys

    Sep 15, 2026

    Stephen Colbert defended the vitality of late-night comedy and political satire at the Emmy Awards.

    Stephen Colbert Defends Late-Night TV and Expressive Freedom at Emmys
  6. Stephen Colbert Shaves Off His Beard Live on Air After Jimmy Kimmel Dare

    Sep 16, 2026

    Stephen Colbert appeared as a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and shaved off his beard live on air.

    Stephen Colbert Shaves Off His Beard Live on Air After Jimmy Kimmel Dare

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Stephen Colbert Shaves Off His Beard Live on Air After Jimmy Kimmel Dare
Stephen Colbert Defends Late-Night TV and Expressive Freedom at Emmys
Stephen Colbert Debuts Scruffy Post-Late Night Look at the Emmys
Emmys 2026: Stephen Colbert Wins Big, Bad Bunny & Sabrina Carpenter Score First Trophies
2026 Emmys Big Wins: Taylor Swift Crashes Night as Stephen Colbert Triumphs
Stephen Colbert Jokes About 'Strangers With Candy' Return And Corporate Mergers Backstage At The Emmys
Bittersweet Victory! Stephen Colbert Snags Emmy For Canceled 'Late Show' And Pleads With Hollywood To Hire His Crew
Emmys Shake-Up: Multiple Late-Night Heavyweights Could Take Home Trophies This Year
Stephen Colbert Setting First Late-Night TV Return on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Stephen Colbert And Desi Lydic Pull Off Shocking Emmy Night Upsets
Josh Groban Enlists Joey Fatone & Stephen Colbert For Star-Studded NYC Benefit Concert
Stephen Colbert Demands Emmy Voters Support Rival Jimmy Kimmel In Viral Video
Stephen Colbert's Director Details Chaos After Learning 'Late Show' Was Canceled 3 Days Into Job

Stephen Colbert: your questions

Why did Stephen Colbert shave his beard?

Stephen Colbert shaved his beard live on air during a guest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! after being persuaded by host Jimmy Kimmel.

Is Stephen Colbert returning to late-night TV?

Reports indicate Colbert is in no rush to return to a studio setup or host another late-night show following his departure from The Late Show.

How many Emmys did Stephen Colbert's final season win?

The final season of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert won six Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Variety Series.

How long was Stephen Colbert in late-night television?

Stephen Colbert spent 21 years working in late-night television prior to his departure from his CBS broadcast desk.

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