Stephen Colbert Returns To TV On Michigan Public Access One Day After ‘Late Show’ Cancellation
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance on a Michigan public-access show just one day after the cancellation of 'The Late Show.' He humorously embraced the transition from network television to local access, featuring a mix of guests and comedic segments. The episode included light-hearted jabs at his former network and showcased local culture.
- ▪Colbert appeared on 'Only in Monroe' the day after his CBS show was canceled.
- ▪He joked about the absurdity of moving from a major network to public access television.
- ▪The episode featured notable guests including Eminem and Steve Buscemi.
16 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 days. Coverage spans 4 points on the political spectrum — 6 lean left, 6 centre, 1 lean right, 2 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
- ▪ 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
- ▪ Stephen Colbert Already Lands New Hosting Gig On Michigan Public Access — Kotaku
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