Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the 'Only in Monroe' community access show in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday night, just one day after his final episode of 'The Late Show.'
Key Takeaways
Stephen Colbert hosted 'Only in Monroe,' a Michigan community access show, just one night after his final episode of 'The Late Show.' He was joined by Jack White, Jeff Daniels, Steve Buscemi, Eminem, and Byron Allen. CBS ended 'The Late Show' citing financial reasons, though some speculate political motives were involved.
- Colbert hosted Monroe's 'Only in Monroe' show one night after his final 'Late Show'
- Jack White and Jeff Daniels appeared as guests
- Steve Buscemi and Eminem made special appearances
- CBS cited financial reasons for ending 'The Late Show', but critics suggest political motives
The comedian was joined by Michigan native Jack White as his 'volunteer music director,' and actor Jeff Daniels. Colbert interviewed Daniels about why he chooses to live in the Midwest state.
Special appearances included Steve Buscemi, who appeared in a recorded bit joking about Buscemi's Pizza in Monroe, and rapper Eminem, who was raised in Detroit. Colbert also spoke via FaceTime with comedian Byron Allen, who is hosting 'Comics Unleashed,' replacing Colbert's canceled 'Late Show.'
CBS announced last July that it would end 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' and retire the franchise at the end of this season, citing purely financial reasons. However, some viewers and media critics questioned whether political motives were involved due to Colbert's outspoken criticism of President Trump.
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