Following CBS’s announcement on Thursday that Stephen Colbert would replace David Letterman as host of ‘The Late Show’ in 2015, the hosts of late night weighed in on the announcement.
In years gone by, the announcement of a new host has brought with it feuds, betrayals and late nights wars. But in recent times, the atmosphere has changed. Today’s generation of late night host addressed the news by offering their congratulations and best wishes to their newly promoted colleague.
Unable to address the news on-air due to being pre-empted, David Letterman released a short statement congratulating his successor:
“Stephen has always been a real friend to me. I’m very excited for him, and I’m flattered that CBS chose him. I also happen to know they wanted another guy with glasses.”
Time.com have compiled an article featuring celebrities reactions to the news on Twitter, including Tweets of congratulations delight from Jimmy Kimmel, Steve Martin, Judd Apatow, Mindy Kaling and Jon Favreau.
The Stars of Late Night React to the 'Late Show' Transition
Following CBS’s announcement on Thursday that Stephen Colbert would replace David Letterman as host of ‘The Late Show’ in 2015, the hosts of late night weighed in on the announcement.
In years gone by, the announcement of a new host has brought with it feuds, betrayals and late nights wars. But in recent times, the atmosphere has changed. Today’s generation of late night host addressed the news by offering their congratulations and best wishes to their newly promoted colleague.
Unable to address the news on-air due to being pre-empted, David Letterman released a short statement congratulating his successor:
Time.com have compiled an article featuring celebrities reactions to the news on Twitter, including Tweets of congratulations delight from Jimmy Kimmel, Steve Martin, Judd Apatow, Mindy Kaling and Jon Favreau.