After a CBS farewell watched by millions, the host popped up on a Michigan public access show watched by hundreds
After a CBS farewell watched by millions, the host popped up on a Michigan public access show watched by hundreds
Weekend Editor
Published
May 23, 2026 3:45PM (EDT)
Stephen Colbert barely waited a day after his final show at the Ed Sullivan Theater to guest host a Michigan local cable channel's community access program. (Valerie Terranova / Getty Images)
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Stephen Colbert returned to TV just one day after his CBS finale with a surprise appearance on a Michigan public access show.
A day after his last episode of “The Late Show” on CBS, Colbert found his way back to a television hosting gig for one night.
"It’s been an excruciating 23 hours without being on TV, so I am grateful to be able to be here," the comedian said.
"It’s been an excruciating 23 hours without being on TV, so I am grateful to be able to be here," the comedian said.
The night after his CBS late night show ended, Stephen Colbert guest-hosted a public access TV show in Monroe, Michigan
The former CBS late night host returned to Michigan’s public access show, “Only in Monroe,” on Friday night, following an…
