Stephen Colbert received the Emmy Award for outstanding variety series on Monday evening, marking a significant achievement for “The Late Show” in its final season. The program, which concluded in May following CBS’s cancellation announcement, competed against several other prominent late-night offerings including programs on Comedy Central, ABC, HBO Max, and NBC.
During interviews at the Emmy Awards ceremony, Colbert expressed optimism regarding the current state of late-night television and creative freedom. He emphasized his belief that “free speech is alive and well” and described the late-night format as remaining “just as vital as it ever has been.” The host also acknowledged his appreciation for his peers in the industry, mentioning several other hosts by name.
Beyond the major award, “The Late Show” accumulated multiple Emmy wins during the ceremony’s opening weekend. The program received recognition in categories including writing, directing, technical direction, camerawork, lighting design, and picture editing. Colbert expressed gratitude toward the Academy voters and highlighted the contributions of various crew members, from writers to technical staff, noting the significance of reuniting with colleagues following a four-month separation.
Originally reported by Variety →
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