David Letterman Returns to The Late Show, Jokes About Stephen Colbert's Exit
"You Can't Take A Man's Voice": How David Letterman And Stephen Colbert Took Their "Revenge"
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David Letterman made a surprise return to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, humorously addressing Colbert's upcoming departure from the show. The two engaged in playful banter, culminating in a chaotic segment where they tossed furniture and food from the Ed Sullivan Theater roof, showcasing their comedic chemistry.
- 01David Letterman joked about being fired by CBS, humorously claiming, 'you can take a man's show, you can't take a man's voice.'
- 02Stephen Colbert's tenure as host will officially end on May 21, following 11 years in the role.
- 03The episode included a chaotic segment where Letterman and Colbert threw couches and watermelons off the theater roof, calling it 'wanton destruction of CBS property.'
- 04Colbert's exit has sparked speculation online, especially following CBS-Paramount's recent ownership changes.
- 05Former President Donald Trump commented on Colbert's firing, criticizing his talent and hinting at potential changes in late-night hosting.
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David Letterman made a triumphant return to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, receiving a warm standing ovation from the audience. In a humorous exchange, Letterman addressed Colbert's upcoming departure from the show, jokingly stating, 'you can take a man's show, you can't take a man's voice.' The two hosts engaged in witty banter about the future of late-night television, particularly the fate of fellow hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon. The episode took a chaotic turn when Letterman and Colbert tossed couches, watermelons, and even a wedding cake from the roof of the Ed Sullivan Theater onto a giant CBS logo below, showcasing their comedic chemistry. Colbert's exit, set for May 21, has raised eyebrows, especially with the recent ownership changes at CBS-Paramount and reports of the show losing approximately $40 million a year. Former President Donald Trump also weighed in on the situation, expressing his delight over Colbert's firing and suggesting that changes may be on the horizon for other late-night hosts.
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