Stephen Colbert Makes Quick Return to Late-Night TV… on Monroe, Michigan Public Access
Stephen Colbert made a surprise return to late-night television on a public access show in Monroe, Michigan, just one day after the finale of The Late Show. He humorously reflected on his journey from a public access host to a late-night star, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to perform again. The episode featured notable guests including Jack White, Steve Buscemi, and Jeff Daniels, and showcased Colbert's comedic style with local humor and segments.
- ▪Stephen Colbert returned to late-night TV on the public access show Only in Monroe after the finale of The Late Show.
- ▪He was joined by guests Jack White, Steve Buscemi, and Jeff Daniels during the episode.
- ▪Colbert humorously reminisced about his early days in public access television and expressed his gratitude for being back on air.
16 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 days. Coverage spans 4 points on the political spectrum — 5 lean left, 6 centre, 1 lean right, 3 right.
- ▪ Stephen Colbert Hosts Only in Monroe — kottke.org
- ▪ Stephen Colbert follows up Late Show finale by hosting Michigan public access program — Boing Boing
- ▪ Why CBS Sent Takedown Notices for Stephen Colbert’s ‘Only in Monroe’ Episode — TheWrap
- ▪ Stephen Colbert takes jab at CBS, Paramount with surprise TV return — 1 day after final ‘Late Show’ episode — Page Six
- ▪ Stephen Colbert’s Surprise Appearance on Michigan Public-Access Show Erupts in Online Brouhaha — The Hollywood Reporter
- ▪ Stephen Colbert Returns To TV On Michigan Public Access One Day After ‘Late Show’ Cancellation — Decider
- ▪ Watch Stephen Colbert make surprise return to TV on Michigan public access station with Jack White — NME
- ▪ Stephen Colbert Makes Surprise Michigan Public Access Appearance After ‘Late Show’ Farewell — Billboard
- ▪ Colbert’s First TV Appearance After ‘Late Show’ Is On Public Access — Forbes — Business
- ▪ Stephen Colbert hosts Michigan public access broadcast with rocker Jack White — night after final ‘Late Show’ episode — New York Post
- ▪ Colbert’s Sudden Return to Late Night? It Happened on Public Access. — NYT > Top Stories
- ▪ Stephen Colbert returns to TV in appearance on local Michigan station — CNBC — Top
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