Joe Biden & Hillary Clinton Praise Colbert Ahead Of 'Late Show' Finale
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Key Points:
- Joe Biden praised Stephen Colbert for bringing "wit, heart, and honesty" to late-night television, highlighting Colbert's ability to make people think and laugh simultaneously during his 1,800th and final show.
- Hillary Clinton commended Colbert for his thoughtfulness, empathy, and humility on stage, expressing hope for a brilliant next chapter following his departure from the Late Show.
- Barack Obama, a frequent guest on the show, also praised Colbert and maintained a close relationship, appearing most recently in a cameo and discussing the Obama Presidential Center with him on-air.
- Donald Trump appeared only once on the Late Show in 2015, and Colbert's frequent critiques of Trump are believed to have contributed to the host's departure, despite official statements citing cost-saving measures.
- As Colbert tapes his final Late Show, speculation remains about whether Trump will respond or be invited back, with some advocating for his inclusion despite the tensions.