Did you tune in expecting a new episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night, only to leave disappointed? Fans across the country saw the network air a rerun instead of delivering fresh laughs and interviews. The show’s absence, however, came with a perfectly reasonable explanation.
So, here’s why The Late Show with Stephen Colbert did not air on September 15.
Why The Late Show with Stephen Colbert didn’t air a new episode on September 15
On September 15, instead of delivering a new episode, the production team was in Los Angeles for the 77th Primetime Emmys.
During the ceremony, Stephen Colbert and his team accepted the Emmy for Outstanding Talk Series. Colbert’s heartfelt speech paid tribute to his dedicated staff of nearly 200 people, acknowledging their hard work and commitment. While not every staffer made it on stage, a large portion of the crew celebrated together at the Los Angeles event.
Since The Late Show with Stephen Colbert typically films in New York, the staff needed time to travel back to the East Coast and reset before taping resumed. The quick turnaround meant one missed episode, but fans can rest assured the break was temporary.
Colbert himself confirmed at the Emmys that the show’s new episode would return on September 16.
The upcoming broadcast promises an exciting lineup, with musician Brandi Carlile as the main guest and a special cooking demonstration from culinary expert Samin Nosrat.
The rest of the week is packed with star power. On September 17, legendary filmmaker Ron Howard will appear, followed by a segment of The Colbert Questionert with Gary Oldman. On September 18, journalist Jake Tapper joins Colbert for an in-depth conversation, and viewers will also enjoy a performance by St. Vincent.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is currently in its final year, and after a brief summer hiatus from August 7 to September 2, the show has been alternating between new episodes and reruns.
