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American comedian, writer and television host

Stephen Colbert

Host of The Colbert Report and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Born
May 13, 1964
Known as
American comedian, writer and television host
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Who is Stephen Colbert?

Stephen Tyrone Colbert is an American comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host.

He is best known for hosting the Comedy Central news satire show The Colbert Report from 2005 to 2014, and the CBS late-night talk show The Late Show with Stephen Colbert from 2015 to 2026.

The son of immunologist James William Colbert Jr., Colbert was raised a Catholic in South Carolina.

He originally studied to be a dramatic actor, but became interested in improvisational theater while attending Northwestern University, where he met Second City director Del Close.

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Who is Stephen Colbert?

Stephen Tyrone Colbert is an American comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host.

How old is Stephen Colbert?

Stephen Colbert is 62, born May 13, 1964.

Where does Stephen Colbert come up on My Show Notes?

In Josh Brolin | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #690.

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