Stephen Colbert Follows CBS Finale 24 Hours Later With Hilarious Hour of Michigan Public Access TV, Featuring Jack White, Jeff Daniels, Eminem, Steve Buscemi and Byron Allen
Stephen Colbert made a surprise return to television just 24 hours after his CBS finale by hosting an hour of public access TV in Michigan. The show featured notable guests including Jack White and Jeff Daniels, along with cameos from Eminem and Steve Buscemi. Colbert humorously reflected on his transition from a major network to a low-budget format, showcasing his comedic style.
- ▪Stephen Colbert hosted an hour of public access TV in Michigan after his CBS finale.
- ▪The show featured guests like Jack White and Jeff Daniels, with cameos from Eminem and Steve Buscemi.
- ▪Colbert humorously acknowledged his shift from a major network to public access television.
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Home TV News May 23, 2026 10:19am PT Stephen Colbert Follows CBS Finale 24 Hours Later With Hilarious Hour of Michigan Public Access TV, Featuring Jack White, Jeff Daniels, Eminem, Steve Buscemi and Byron Allen By Chris Willman Plus Icon Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic ChrisWillman Latest Stephen Colbert Follows CBS Finale 24 Hours Later With Hilarious Hour of Michigan Public Access TV, Featuring Jack White, Jeff Daniels, Eminem, Steve Buscemi and Byron Allen 15 minutes ago Paul McCartney Explores His Ever-Present Past in ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane,’ a Delightful Return to Wings-Era Form: Album Review 17 hours ago Dick Parry, Saxophonist Who Played Classic Solos on Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ and ‘Wish You Were Here’ Albums, Dies at 83 21 hours ago See All…
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