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Stephen Colbert hosts Michigan public access show after Late Show exit

May 23, 2026

Summary

A day after his final episode of 'The Late Show' on CBS, Stephen Colbert hosted a public access show in Monroe, Michigan, featuring guests like Jack White and Jeff Daniels.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Colbert's quick pivot to public access after network show's cancellation Left-leaning outlets highlight Stephen Colbert's unexpected appearance on a public access show in Monroe, Michigan, immediately following his final 'Late Show' episode. They emphasize the comedic nature of the event and the notable guests, including musician Jack White and actor Jeff Daniels, as a unique post-network television move.
  • Center: Colbert makes surprising return to TV on local Michigan station Center outlets report Stephen Colbert's return to television on a local Michigan public access station in Monroe, following his final 'Late Show' episode. They factually detail his appearance, noting the participation of guests like Jack White and Jeff Daniels, as a notable post-network event.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Stephen Colbert hosts Michigan public access show day after last appearance on Late Show

Center

  • Stephen Colbert returns to TV in appearance on local Michigan station

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