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BREAKING NEWS Thursday, April 10, 2014 12:14 PM EDT
Colbert to Succeed Letterman as Host of the Late Show on CBS
Stephen Colbert, the comedian and host of Comedy Centrals Colbert Report, will succeed David Letterman as host of Late Show, CBSs flagship late-night franchise, when Mr. Letterman retires next year, the network announced on Thursday.
Mr. Colbert will sign on for a five-year term as the new Late Show host, according to the announcement from Leslie Moonves, president and chief operating officer of CBS, and Nina Tassler, chairwoman of CBSs entertainment division.
Simply being a guest on David Lettermans show has been a highlight of my career, Mr. Colbert said in a statement. I never dreamed that I would follow in his footsteps, though everyone in late night follows Daves lead.
He added: Im thrilled and grateful that CBS chose me. Now, if youll excuse me, I have to go grind a gap in my front teeth.
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http://www.nytimes.com/2014/04/11/a...terman-on-late-show.html?emc=edit_na_20140410
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Colbert to Succeed Letterman as Host of the Late Show on CBS
Stephen Colbert, the comedian and host of Comedy Centrals Colbert Report, will succeed David Letterman as host of Late Show, CBSs flagship late-night franchise, when Mr. Letterman retires next year, the network announced on Thursday.
Mr. Colbert will sign on for a five-year term as the new Late Show host, according to the announcement from Leslie Moonves, president and chief operating officer of CBS, and Nina Tassler, chairwoman of CBSs entertainment division.
Simply being a guest on David Lettermans show has been a highlight of my career, Mr. Colbert said in a statement. I never dreamed that I would follow in his footsteps, though everyone in late night follows Daves lead.
He added: Im thrilled and grateful that CBS chose me. Now, if youll excuse me, I have to go grind a gap in my front teeth.
READ MORE »
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/04/11/a...terman-on-late-show.html?emc=edit_na_20140410
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