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Colbert's Post-Late Show: Writing New Lord of the Rings!
15 Sep
Summary
- Colbert believes free speech is alive and well.
- He is writing a new Lord of the Rings movie script.
- The Late Show won multiple Emmys recently.
Stephen Colbert asserted that free speech remains robust following the conclusion of The Late Show. After the show recently earned an Emmy for Outstanding Variety Series, Colbert commented that restrictions leading to jail time would violate free speech, while other late-night programs continue to air. He expressed his enjoyment of current late-night television and his appreciation for his colleagues.
Colbert is currently engaged in writing a script for a new Lord of the Rings movie, a project he announced in March. He indicated this new role is a demanding, full-time commitment. The Late Show concluded its final season in May and was recently honored with multiple Emmy awards, including for writing, directing, and technical categories. Colbert expressed gratitude for the recognition from the academy and his team.
