Elvis Costello Talked to Colbert About Running His Late-Show Band — Then Pulled Out
Elvis Costello reveals he nearly became Stephen Colbert's Late Show bandleader before the deal fell through over relocation.
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Stephen Colbert’s Lord of the Rings Movie Is Still Alive After Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
Stephen Colbert's Lord of the Rings movie remains in development despite reports to the contrary.
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A Pundit Who Is Not a Pundit: The Colbert Report Reviewed
A retrospective on The Colbert Report, the Comedy Central satire that ran from 2005 to 2014, scoring a verdict of 6.5/10.
Colbert says he doesn’t miss late night TV, and his joke about it makes the point
Stephen Colbert says he doesn't miss late night, comparing the daily grind to drinking poison. Here's how he joked about leaving on Jimmy Kimmel Live.
Stephen Colbert Returns to Late-Night TV as Guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Stephen Colbert returns to late-night TV as guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live, shaving his beard and gifting him the Captain America shield.
Colbert’s Late Show Takes Home an Emmy as He Steps Down
Stephen Colbert's Late Show wins Outstanding Variety Series at the 2026 Emmys, ending a final season that arrived early.
Colbert’s Final Late Show Sends Him Out on Top of the Ratings
Stephen Colbert ends his late-night era with a grand win at the Emmys, thanking his audience, wife, and writers.