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Colbert's Emmy Nod: A Final Late Show Farewell?
12 Aug
Summary
- The Late Show earned an Emmy nomination after its cancellation.
- Jimmy Kimmel hoped for a reciprocal billboard campaign.
- New category merges previous Emmy awards for variety series.
The Late Show, hosted by Stephen Colbert, has secured an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Variety Series, just three months after its final episode aired in 2026. This nomination follows the show's initial Emmy win last year, with CBS now aiming for a second award.
The show's final episodes are being highlighted in a "For Your Consideration" video posted on YouTube. This compilation features interview moments and interactions with fellow late-night hosts, underscoring the show's legacy.
Last year, Jimmy Kimmel supported Colbert's bid for an Emmy with a billboard, but Kimmel expressed that he had hoped Colbert would reciprocate this year. Despite this, no reciprocal campaign has occurred, positioning their respective shows as direct competitors for the award.
This year's Emmy Awards feature a newly merged category, Outstanding Variety Series, combining previous Scripted Variety Series and Variety Talk Series awards. The Late Show now faces stiff competition from shows like The Daily Show, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, and Saturday Night Live.
Following The Late Show's conclusion, Jimmy Kimmel Live! saw a significant viewership increase of 24% in June compared to May. This suggests a positive impact from the cancellation on its ratings, highlighting the camaraderie among late-night hosts.
