Stephen Colbert Reveals NSFW Graphics and Cut Sketches in ‘Worst of the Late Show’ Episode

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Ethan Shanfeld· May 19, 2026 · 4:42 AM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 41 views

Stephen Colbert Reveals NSFW Graphics and Cut Sketches in ‘Worst of the Late Show’ Episode

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Stephen Colbert dedicated a recent episode of 'The Late Show' to showcasing segments and sketches that never aired. Titled 'The Worst of the Late Show,' the episode featured humorous graphics and parodies, including a sketch about 'Erotic Body Gravy.' Colbert expressed gratitude to his staff for their creativity and collaboration as he approaches the end of his tenure on the show.

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▪Colbert's episode highlighted material that was cut from previous shows.
▪One sketch featured a parody commercial for a product called Erotic Body Gravy.
▪Colbert introduced a segment called 'Graphics Graveyard' showcasing rejected graphics.
▪He also revisited a character named Shrieking Joe, known for causing a ratings drop.
▪Colbert closed the episode by thanking his staff and encouraging viewers to watch the final episodes.

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▪ Stephen Colbert wants to relaunch The Late Show on OnlyFans — Mashable
▪ Watch Stephen Colbert Celebrate the Worst of ‘The Late Show’ — Rolling Stone
▪ The Hillary Clinton graphic that never made it to ‘Late Show’ revealed as Stephen Colbert kicks off final week — New York Post

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Home TV News May 18, 2026 9:42pm PT Stephen Colbert Reveals NSFW Graphics and Cut Sketches in ‘Worst of the Late Show’ Episode By Ethan Shanfeld Plus Icon Ethan Shanfeld @ethanshanfeld Latest Stephen Colbert Reveals NSFW Graphics and Cut Sketches in ‘Worst of the Late Show’ Episode 8 minutes ago Comedian Matt Mathews Announces First World Tour (EXCLUSIVE) 16 hours ago ‘SNL’ Joke Swap: Michael Che Declares ‘Michael Jackson Did Nothing Wrong’ and Colin Jost Almost Shaves Head 2 days ago See All Scott Kowalchyk /CBS With only a few episodes left behind the desk of “The Late Show,” Stephen Colbert dedicated Monday’s show to the segments, sketches and graphics that never made it to air.

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