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In reply to the discussion: Stephen Colbert to Replace David Letterman on 'Late Show' [View all]HangOnKids
(4,291 posts)104. Ahhh so sad for you
Did you sign up to bust Colbert's balls?
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Wow! The GOP will be happy. 50% of the voice of progressive youth politics is history.
onehandle
Apr 2014
#2
I am glad he is getting the recognition he deserves. I will miss his current persona. nm
rhett o rick
Apr 2014
#3
Because of this from yesterday. His thin skin was too much for his being flattered.
UTUSN
Apr 2014
#76
When Billo has a book to push he will go on Colberts new show and Colbert will have him on.
TeamPooka
Apr 2014
#113
There is still a year left. And.. will take place after the midterm elections
question everything
Apr 2014
#83
What a tragic loss. I don't know how I can survive US politics without the Colbert character.
DebJ
Apr 2014
#14
Bummer. Funniest show on TV gone. His talents will be ruined on a talk show format.
chelsea0011
Apr 2014
#19
.....so you have a movie coming out? We have a tape, I think. Blah, blah, blah
chelsea0011
Apr 2014
#136
I think the format will change and that Colbert will do an expanded "Report" every night on CBS.
Zen Democrat
Apr 2014
#25
I fear his genius will be muzzled. CBS will not allow very biting political comment, I'm sure.
Kablooie
Apr 2014
#31
The news items say he's retiring the character, but I don't see why. He could do occational bits nt
UTUSN
Apr 2014
#85
talented guy, but my gut feeling is that he is not a good fit to replace Letterman.
olddad56
Apr 2014
#39
Good to see a Conservative voice taking over a key Liberal media slot.
Bernardo de La Paz
Apr 2014
#43
No more "truthiness?" He will have to be serious about what he says
question everything
Apr 2014
#79
Sad news for those who follow the Colbert report. I am unable to watch but certainly miss him.
Paper Roses
Apr 2014
#99
Good! Then, he needs to trash the conservative personna and come out as a flaming liberal!! n/t
Vadem
Apr 2014
#128