460 Days Later, Stephen Colbert Returns To THE Late Show Stage With A Full Audience

[@stephaniesmith8686]

I love that Evie got her own little chant - "Evie! Evie! Evie!..." 🎉 She's awesome, she deserves it. 💃

[@Leslie58]

Okay... I totally teared up when Evie came on the stage. She has been such a blessing and joy during this past year and her love and support for Stephen is palpable.

[@MISNM0]

At this point she's America's Wife. 😊🥳

[@swim_ad]

​@@MISNM0 I want a divorce. She can keep the kids and the house. I'm out.

[@BlackBettyCheesedic]

Lol I’m so glad I’m not the only one haha I’m like why am I crying??? Lol she’s so sweet 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@googleuser2874]

@Alternative Headlines How do you know what she contributed or didn't?

[@Fretless99]

@@googleuser2874 Good question. Evie stood by her husband during a very difficult time, and made it possible for him to go on. We love you, Evie!

[@rocketgruntquang6975]

Over the past year, it has been so wonderful to get to know Evie. She never asked to be a part of this but I'm so thankful she was.

[@TheBlindAcorn]

His wife was fantastic all year. She laughed genuinely and she really looks like a sweet lady

[@Leeohlin89]

@eioshen boboi and continuously will.

[@michaelvilain8457]

Her laugh during the lockdown episodes was worth it's weight in gold.

[@elizabethwallace3418]

So precious! Everyone wants a marriage like theirs! Takes a lot of work & time & respect & maturity. Love is the .easy part

[@lisbethbird8268]

That's what I'm saying. Plus she's darn pretty and has a gorgeous voice and gets Stephen fired up! This audience agrees....

[@ThatsTheCombinationOnMyLudgage]

Best part of his show was having their banter. I think she should be his permanent guest.

[@GlennDavey]

I mean... the gold would be great, no lie. But Evie is lovely also.

[@neohunter1884]

Honestly those two are part of the reason I and many others probably didn't off ourselves. We are still in it, but the last year has been insanity and having them provide the spoonful of sugar has been a gift.

[@luuketaylor]

This was so wonderful to see the excitement and joy on everyone's faces. The happiness was real, and I was beaming too. Then Evie came out and I teared up because she's been a rock for the show these past 460 days and I'm not alone in wanting to see her continue to appear in the show going forwards. What a perfect way to end the monologue. We love you, Evie!

[@Mtnsunshine]

Yes! 👍

[@averyvonfrank3282]

it feels like i’m watching an old clip but in the best way possible

[@sounddilemma7559]

Same!!!! And he actually managed to squeeze into a suit 🤣

[@atiredfloridian777]

Yeah, because it's real.

[@JMusar795]

Yup, 👍 I felt the same!!!

[@itwasagoodideaatthetime7980]

Yes Stephen Colbert & The Late Show have *FINALLY* come out of the closet!

[@drewstaser9726]

Honestly I was scrolling and looked at the thumbnail and was very close to scrolling past it because I thought it was an old episode

[@DinoJake]

I know a lot of people say they're annoyed by audience laughter and cheering, but it's pretty obvious that Stephen Colbert needed a live audience after being cooped up in a small space for 15 months. Seriously, look at him - he's the happiest he's been in over a year, and honestly, good for him.

[@bakerfritz4681]

I’d go so far as to say this is the happiest he’s been since mid-2016.

[@MTMF.london]

All performing artists prefer live audience - that's their oxygen.

[@tomharrison6607]

without an audience it really showed how shitty they are it was amazing how unfunny they are bill maher without an audience was especially horrible ps they need their sycophants on the left to laugh on command by the way i am not of the right either because i know the typical retort would be what about trump but what about trump

[@unit0155]

@@tomharrison6607 But tell us how you really feel.

[@tomharrison6607]

@@valerierodger7700 i say the same thing to you valerie rodger i cannot imagine how meaningless and empty your life must be that you choose to spend time in the comments section of people you do like just so you can say that you do not like some people's comments ie my comments the reason i brought up trump is because 99 out of 100 times when i say i do not like the ideas of the leftist media and hollywood elites like colbert oprah cnn michael moore etc etc etc it is automatically assumed i am for trump ps your whole comment section is filled with personal and strawman attacks you don't know me and i don't know you all i said was how shitty all the talk shows are when there is no audience to laugh at all their jokes if you were objective and watched their shows without an audience it showed how bad they are and you went and got all personal that is not the proper way to refute what i said

[@kachinalajones8975]

Stephen Colbert and his precious wife's giggle sustained us throughout a fearful dark time

[@desperadox7565]

Fearful, dark time? I seemed to have missed that.

[@robertaclark6079]

@@desperadox7565 what planet do you live on?

[@gtaylor6937]

Yes I'll miss his wife's giggles. That was the cutest thing ever.

[@desperadox7565]

@@robertaclark6079 Obviously not on the horror planet you live on. If you think the last year was a dark time (at least for people in the developed world), you live a very protected life.

[@brianprioleau7077]

@@desperadox7565 Why don't you lighten up, chump?

[@elhopper3735]

I’m gonna miss Colbert home edition. The small atmosphere and the cameraman always laughing at the jokes put a smile on my face. Plus Evie is so adorable when she’s there with him

[@jameschang3100]

Hello hopper how are you?

[@scottrowe533]

It was like a really well-written, well-produced public access cable show.

[@joedufour8188]

*Delta variant has entered the room*

[@GlennDavey]

Yeah this is overwhelming and noisy and actually I don't rate it. Also Stephen suddenly looks like he's trying to show off for a crowd. I don't like this side of him.

[@lonelyone]

@@joedufour8188 Exactly. Waiting for America to get shut down again because we didn't keep social distancing measures in place for a little longer. Instead of shoulder to shoulder with complete strangers, all they had to do was separate people by a seat. I don't like going backwards to the way things were.

[@marybellefleur]

I'll miss the broom closet with Evie's sweet giggles. It was like he was talking directly to each of us.

[@misterblueskyyy]

I much preferred that, honestly.

[@LilBeee85]

I preferred that too😕

[@PraiseTheFSMonster]

It was like he was being his real self, but now he's back to performing.

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI .

[@regentvoo]

Yeah. I hate the crowds. Its just so . . . Distracting

[@dallasl3688]

Evie completely stole the show. She looks fantastic in that dress, even when she's taking the piss out of Stephen.

[@jsharp3165]

@@thatfield977 It doesn’t have to be an either/or.

[@Dutch3DMaster]

@@thatfield977 You know, someone doesn't have to be a sex icon, I once fell in love with a woman most people in no way would call a sex icon but I liked her confidence and general appearance which to me was sexier than absolutely everything else. (And the reason I said "most people in no way would call a sex icon" is because most people didn't understand anything about my love for her).

[@jv-lk7bc]

especially when she's taking the piss out of Stephen. somebody has to.

[@couragekarnga8735]

They're such an adorable couple!

[@simplystreeptacular]

I'd argue that she looks even MORE fantastic in the dress when she's taking the piss out of Stephen lol

[@LinrudOwiee]

Evie is just a delightful woman.

[@dylammack]

Evie is the perfect woman. My boy is firing way above his pay grade!!! 💜🌹💝

[@neebsmcneebs9697]

Correct. A National Treasure, also known as a gift to humanity. We love you Evie!

[@marialoera2037]

Love her laugh!!

[@kassard1]

@@dylammack that unfair that's insinuating Stephen isnt worthy and he's amazing too. Theyre perfect for each other. They deserve one another in the best way.

[@dylammack]

@@kassard1 Mr. Colbert is amazing. I couldn't agree more. Aside from your poor grammar..... I'd like to implore you to research why the Queen is worth more than the King in Chess. Any time I'm told that my woman is "my better half" I take that as a compliment and a reminder to put her on a pedestal. But you do you, Bae. No judgment on my end. 🌹

[@aztn19]

Evie wasn’t ready for the “EVIE” chant, and her reaction to it was precious!!

[@nctpti2073]

Earned chant though!

[@lauraholzler1417]

For real!

[@lauraholzler1417]

I chanted with the audience. I couldn't help myself. 😁

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI ....

[@nctpti2073]

@@dogo5255 What as this got to do with anything?

[@montlejohnbojangles8937]

I'm going to miss hearing Evie in the background giggling at Stephen's worst jokes. It's been a delight.

[@Katzztar]

Evie's laughter and giggles were far better than a laugh trax.

[@lillyanderson3623]

@@Katzztar I don't think it's a laugh trax..

[@markm8714]

Hard same

[@AmaniMaharet]

That’s been one of my favorite parts too

[@jajes711]

That’s humanity, we find silver linings to the worst situations 😌

[@almamy4728]

Sorry Stephen, as much as I enjoy your shows and barely miss any, I've never stood up in my own living room to give you a standing ovation. That honour goes to your amazing wife. It was a great tribute to her by adding her into this show. I think I speak for all of us here when I say, she's always welcome on the show!!!

[@bennyd47]

Not gonna lie, I actually teared up when she took the stage 🥲

[@ScientificallyStupid]

@@bennyd47 i did too

[@toniamoore5730]

That hug between Stephen and Evie was like “We got to the other side!!” 🥲💖

[@ahlokecafe_articulate]

I watched colbert show all the way thru the pandemic home edition.. What a great job he and his team havw done. Now he's back.. Woo hoo! 😂

[@annebruecks7381]

Since the bathtub. It’s been a wild ride!

[@shirleyrombough8173]

I just wish he'd stop the demeaning age-based remarks. Save those for the former guy. He is the one who deserves that disrespect.

[@tony2774]

Yeah. I hope the whole team realise how much shows like this helped through the really tough times. Thanks to you all!

[@gingergrant6759]

Oh come on it sucked so bad

[@theoneleggedchef]

Yes! His home edition definitely...without question was a big part of helping me cope with all the crazy shit we all went through! Thanks Mr colbert, and co....

[@debbY100]

I never realized how much physical acting factored in to his comedy, but wow. Stephen is on fire!

[@juammanuelortizrodriguez5527]

DONT FORGET EVIE !!!

[@sluttymctits4496]

I was thinking the same thing. Even basic movements like shuffling his weight or minor hand gestures really play up the performance art. I have a newfound appreciation for what these hosts do.

[@altheawarren729]

I haven’t been able to watch until now because of the difference. It feels like a friend has returned home.

[@miltonbradley6849]

You should check out his performance in the live action SNL Ambiguous Gay Duo. The whole short film is HILARIOUS 😂

[@wayneigoe6722]

The strangest part about that is he actually has a rare form of Vertigo that causes him to become unbalanced when he stands up.

[@gavinproduction7433]

It's looks like he was about to cry when the crowd chanted "Evie".

[@jaynegrant3133]

I think so. Evie is his everything. I adore this couple.

[@yabbadabbagail]

I 100% cried

[@dtvfan24]

It was so lovely sweet. So happy to seen him back in person

[@buddybkr]

It’s a big love ❤️

[@jasonhoward54]

IT'S LOOKS?😂😂😂

[@CatsMeowPaw]

In an age where it seems so many marriages are breaking down, it's so warm and refreshing to see Evie and Stephen in a strong and loving relationship. It's truly wonderful.

[@dontmindme633]

It really is! I love seeing long time married couples that still like each other. It’s not the same when you see the ones that are in it like a life long prison sentence that they are stuck with. Biding time till they die.

[@halhuffman]

Well said!

[@99RedRedfake]

@@dontmindme633 That's so weird to me. If you're not happy, get a divorce and try again. You're not actually imprisoned in a relationship.

[@Rexwar31]

These two are truly in love. He puts Evie on a pedestal and smiles wider each time he sees her. I hope I get something like that in my life.

[@naswiipp]

Evie: I'm not working so I'll just come to watch you work. Stephen: Umm...yea... that sounds great honey. 🥴

[@Gundam4]

Who is all for Evie coming back as an occasional guest host? And welcome back Colbert

[@kenbrown2808]

I'm all for Evie having a box seat.

[@swood2603]

I love her laugh in the background.

[@chocolatereigns]

100% 🎉🎉

[@debbieedwards420]

Me

[@michealmcneal2259]

Not hosting, but in attendance, up front off to the side sure.

[@kathleenclark5877]

The way that Evie and Stephen looked at each other made me tear up. They are so very lucky!

[@MISNM0]

Can you not even stand it??? He looks at her like he's more thrilled to be with her today than possibly any other in life. Ugh. 😭😭😭🥰🥰🥰

[@mingfanzhang4600]

#JustMonika

[@tomc.7520]

So THATS what real love looks like? Me too Kathleen. Me too.

[@mingfanzhang4600]

Tom C. #JustMonika

[@apebeats6631]

His wife is so beautiful, and it seems like they were made for each other. Stephen is one of the extremely rare souls in the entertainment industry that truly seems to be a genuine, kindhearted individual. The world needs more people like him. I've been a huge fan since I was a teenager, and will continue to be a fan until my days here are done. Thank you for always being a voice of love and reason, and for bringing joy and laughter to millions of people around the world when we need it the most.

[@AaronLitz]

Stephen is a geek who made it. A D&D playing, Tolkien memorizing geek. And it is wonderful to see.

[@apebeats6631]

@@AaronLitz I agree whole heartedly.

[@jeremycurtis2334]

I know they had their issues (bc they admitted it on air), but they truly show what commitment to each other turns into when you’re older. My wife and I have a good relationship, but I aspire to be like them when we get to that age. So much love for each other.

[@indytherottweiler9002]

I couldn't help but love how everyone seems to love his wife just as I did the last few months. We will miss her dearly. Hopefully she'll stick around for a while

[@ryvisthemad3357]

He looks like even he’s surprised the prettiest girl in school is going to prom with him. 🖤

[@artbargra]

This line has been overused during the last 15 months. But it's the truth: Stephen and Evie are relationship goals.

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI .

[@Greengoblin420-69]

Their love is so beautiful to see!

[@pseudonayme7717]

Shout out to Johns Hairdo, looks awesome. Kid n Play want it back though😁

[@laurabellusci1070]

@@artbargra v ghost P my

[@Anastasia-nl8cz]

Can we just take a minute to appreciate how much Stephen has entertained us throughout those 15 months of quarantine.

[@leighinstitches]

It was such a source of light in a messed-up time. Thank you Stephen and crew!

[@marystephens765]

And throughout the last four years of hell…he literally saved my sanity

[@mrnogot4251]

I love Steven. Funniest guy on TV. I’ve been watching him since I was in highschool and he was on the Colbert Report

[@itwasagoodideaatthetime7980]

Yes Stephen Colbert & The Late Show have *FINALLY* come out of the closet!

[@Christiane247]

Amen to that!!!

[@LindseyMcNeill]

We wanted to thank you Stephen for keeping us sane durning the pandemic. My partner and I watched your show every day, deciding to process world events through our favourite comedian. You became an important part of our routine and sanity. You and Evie were familiar faces when we couldn't see our own parents. That presence and consistency in an unstable world is a life line and an immeasurable gift. From a couple of kids in Canada, hanging out in our sweat pants, we thank you. Here's hoping we can travel soon and see your show in person some day.

[@NoUploadJustComment]

I'll miss the more chill, quiet format without the interrupting audience but it is definitely nice to see Stephen this happy.

[@CindersVale]

Yes, I really did enjoy the more intimate version of the show. Oh well, we will also adjust back to the 'regular' format again.

[@Nan-59]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED the past year's format, too! Loved ❤️ it!

[@ONCEFORVER12]

Same!

[@sukihitz291]

Me, too! I will miss it a great deal…

[@LindysEpiphany]

At first I had a hard time adjusting to the silence of no audience. But it didn't take long to like the toned down more personal feel. It will be missed as we once again re-adapt.

[@tommyt1971]

Ah, the piano “ding” when Colbert places something to his right is BACK!!! Good to see you onstage again, Mr Batiste!

[@homerg2724]

Yesssssss!!!

[@twiggalloway1]

I always loved that

[@cloud__99]

I enjoyed the intimate atmosphere of the quarantine editions but seeing the absolute joy in Stephen‘s eyes to be back on his stage hits different!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Yes, same. You can tell he needs the audience as much as he needs Evie.

[@Nikki-lodeon]

Agreed. Do you remember the episode from his bathtub?

[@rubentrevino5374]

Evie is a true partner and the absolute love of that man's life.

[@Dontincludeme]

When he looked at her for forever when she joined him. So sweet.

[@tokyotank123]

The crowd chanting “Evie” cures my depression. “Don’t forget to laugh because he really needs it” 😭😭😭

[@dskay211]

Loved that he brought Evie out. She was the best part of “A Late Show”. I wouldn’t mind if she just introduced the eve’s guest as long as we get to see more of her!

[@lovintube25]

I will really miss her laugh

[@HardlinerTheGeek]

How about it's time they let Evie pick a guest for each show or maybe once a week?

[@tylerkochman1007]

I’d been looking forward to Stephen being able to bask in a crowd again. He deserves that after all he’s helped to get us through.

[@denasharpe2393]

Amen to that..it has been a trip..

[@winxclubstellamusa]

Beautifully worded! Agree 100% Whatever makes Stephen happy, he uplifts us so much.

[@act4666]

He got me through the last five years each night. Love the other guys but Stephen is the man.

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI ..

[@hoppytoad79]

Every wife deserves a husband who loves and supports her as much as Stephen does Evie, and every husband should have a wife who loves and supports him as much as Evie does Stephen.

[@gamewiz720]

100th like

[@thegr8gatsby9]

As much as Ima miss the little storage room set and the no suits and Evie’s laughter in the background, Stephen was so excited to be back I’m happy for him

[@charlenezevelykirby481]

Well said!

[@mlong1968]

Yeah. Everyone was just so happy yo be together again. Still, I liked the show a lot over the past year.

[@YamiOni]

My sentiments exactly.

[@pascalcrt]

I feel exactly the same. I discovered that I much preferred (and will greatly miss) the cozy cabin storage room, and especially the no suits, but it’s nice to see him so happy.

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI ..

[@RulaLenzka]

I love how much he loves Evie.

[@wearenottogetheranymore2658]

Me 2

[@autumn7809]

Need me a freak like that

[@arthurmartin4616]

Their smiles are contagious indeed :)

[@jasminfrederickson5277]

I started tearing up when he grabbed the woman from the audience and danced. You don't realize how much human interaction has been missed until you see it and know what it MEANS and how we were able to get to that moment. What a moment!!!

[@sophierobinson2738]

She was so delighted! I would have been, too.

[@mollysmistakes]

Same 😭😭😭😭

[@patriciabagby90]

That was exactly my reaction!

[@swiftmeswiftie60]

Yeah

[@pisto30]

Same! It sounds goofy but I teared up at seeing the audience and the applause.

[@patriciabagby90]

Stephen isn't just a late night comedian. He's become a friend. He's gotten us through the hard times, as we learned from him and as he made us laugh at things we were finding terrifying. I have tears in my eyes, as I'm saying thank you. I'm glad you get to be on your stage and with your audience. But I'll hold in my heart the memories of you in your tub and your house, and your storage closet that got me through every day of this horrific time. Welcome back! 😍

[@Flaccid.Mohawk]

I'm so close to tears it's not even funny. The crowd, Stephen, Stay Human and Evie like... *sobbing ensues*

[@TheCanadiangirl4]

And Jon Stewart! How could you forget about him?

[@bboyzgram]

Worth staying up way way way past my bedtime. Stephen finally coming out of the closet!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@missmiou6273]

no worries you're not alone , it tears of joy

[@Flaccid.Mohawk]

@@TheCanadiangirl4 I was honestly ugly sobbing less than half way through and had to pause

[@herochic5324]

It is amazing. This show helped get me through many nights the last 400 plus. So glad to see their joy!

[@taylorwoll]

This is all so wholesome; you can see the joy of returning to the theater just radiating out of Stephen. Made my day to see this.

[@alessiodelcastillo1613]

Such a cathartic feeling

[@Shimarenda]

For all these months, Evie Colbert was all of us. Glad to see her support acknowledged during the big return.

[@alikhatib9784]

Stephen is like the geek who got the hottest chick. And Evie is like the luckiest girl who got the guy that makes laugh all the time. They are adorkable. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marybell3013]

But he’s a really funny geek, what better than a husband who can make you laugh and feel happy

[@alikhatib9784]

@@marybell3013 he's like a Chandler Bing on steroids. And waaaaaaay smarter. 😂😂

[@Sirwastealot]

Hottest chick? Look i don't want to be crass but whats with making things up. Shes cute lets keep it real though.

[@ruok5953]

She looks like a man and he is a corporate shill. 🐑

[@nikkij5318]

The way they look at each other adoringly is so beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@Raygrets]

I was so happy that the crowd got hyped for Evie, she's honestly the sweetest person

[@fatguyonasoapbox1553]

I love how much he truly loves his wife.

[@tmichael80]

Stephen is so on, so thrilled to be back, doing a job he truly loves. With the one he truly loves, the ever effervescent Evie Colbert. Stephen defines "Smitten."

[@lynnhettrick7588]

You can he has missed the audience so much.

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI .

[@pixieelegance]

I am always SO delighted every time we see Evie. Honestly, they're the most adorable couple and her face just exudes pure delight with each smile or laugh.

[@ashuhlea]

This man got us through the last fifteen months. So glad he’s home.

[@acidtreat101]

I just don't know how I could have made it through that nightmare, both COVID and the former guy's last gasps, without Stephen.

[@JR-gi1be]

@@acidtreat101 in comparison covid was SIMPLER than the SIMPLETON (trump)

[@wayneigoe6722]

*Points to John Oliver* He helped too!

[@ashuhlea]

@@wayneigoe6722 YES JOHN! We got him!

[@NickChiuco]

Applause after applause. You can definitely tell that the audience wanted to be back to the Ed Sullivan Theater. It's so nice to see this set up again.

[@peachesandpoets]

I'm so not used to it. It annoyed me. I had to back out. I'll watch it later.

[@user-tb5ns7hc5i]

I think the previous format works better for KZbin. Ed Sullivan theatre is better live and TV. That closet format could be the future though. Way more personal and real. I don’t think the controlled applause is necessary any longer. Fake.

[@margaritrodriguez5647]

YES!

[@margaritrodriguez5647]

That was so good!

[@zx1048216]

It's also pretty impressive considering that inner ear thing that he's got that messes with his balance

[@colwilliamnoydb4134]

Remember when he was at home, and His boys did all the camera work, and Evie was his audience. I loved that.

[@twincast2005]

Yeah. 'Twas the best. I plan on rewatching that whole era.

[@blackdemonknight]

and Benny would run the risk of chewing the wires if he got in.

[@vanessahanns3211]

Loved hearing her laughing from off camera. Best sound.

[@nassj6593]

Evie laughing at his jokes was adorable 🥰

[@eve4641]

@@vanessahanns3211 Yes! Evie is so very lovely! Love ❤

[@TheCMLion]

I got a little misty when he came out to a live studio audience. Evie is adorable. The way he looks at her is everything one wants to have in a partner. So much love there. #SuckItLionking :-D

[@DangerScoops]

I really hope that Evie makes some more appearances. We all really love her.

[@amyreynolds3619]

Father's Day is Sunday so maybe she will do a First Drafts? Fingers crossed.

[@DangerScoops]

@@amyreynolds3619 that would be awesome

[@yuitachibana6145]

Evie looks STUNNING. She is just glowing with beauty!

[@b-meaker99]

And looks like she hit the gym during pandemic. Check out them gunz

[@batgurrl]

I’m both thrilled and close to tears. The cheers of the crowd were almost as great as just hearing Evie laughing in the background. She needs to be on the show every now and then. Stay Human instead of stay homin

[@stevenr.2534]

That’s when I realized just how funny Colbert is. If you can constantly make me laugh from a small storage room for a year and half, you have a gift.

[@alejorottenberg4758]

Stephen has always been funny, but never has he felt more genuine than when trying to make Evie laugh. I hope she sticks around. She truly brings the magic out of Stephen.

[@dilmeral]

I thought the same I think trying to make his wife laugh made him better and better 😍

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI .

[@JosieJOK]

Plus, they’re just so adorable together!

[@toomuchpassion2361]

I got giddy when Evie came out. God I love that woman!!

[@6789uiop]

havta admit... me too

[@virginiatyree6705]

me too!

[@AleAT]

same!

[@caristons5025]

Saaaaame

[@emma_de_dilemma]

I love this, but it feels so strange...It feels like watching an old video. I'll admit though, seeing Stephen this happy and energetic, seeing the band again, having Evie as part of the show, having the audience there to react, it's a testament to the fact that the show has survived this all and is thriving!!! Best wishes Stephen, you deserve it. P.S. Please keep Evie on, even just a little bit! Have a reaction camera for her, if she's willing. She's a real gem to have on the show!

[@nicolebogda1482]

The Lion King joke? Awesome. Dancing in the audience with that lovely woman?? Incredible. Evie’s standing ovation with chanting her name??? PRICELESS!! ❤️

[@nebulousisgod]

I truly hate talk shows but it’s great to see Colbert so overtly joyous to be in front of an audience again. He’s a true showman.

[@lesleyghostdragon3149]

He's so happy!!! I'm overjoyed for him xoxo The audience is ecstatic! Charming Evie is magic xoxo My sincere thanks to the entire, ultra-talented Late Show family for getting us through the rough times. Love, hope, and joy to everyone, everywhere xoxo

[@karissakline6765]

Making my whole day rn...though admittedly I’ll miss the old show in a weird way

[@debbieedwards420]

So true

[@bobnewmanknott3433]

I couldn't have put it any better

[@BarsTV479]

Me too lol 😏

[@HarvestBreedmusic]

Nooooooooooooooo!

[@elainedaprano9130]

Me too. Kinda cozy...☺

[@jaynegrant3133]

I’m Australian, I watch Colbert only online. I’ve loved and appreciated every minute of “A Late Show”. I was not prepared for how emotional the return to a live audience was going to be. These last twelve months have been heart wrenching to watch from afar.

[@somebodynamedmorgan]

The audience has "the math class that won the pizza party" energy and I love it.

[@stacyr.8585]

As a teacher, I completely agree.

[@Me11ow_Channel]

🌈 I was my Geometry 📐 teacher’s pet. Everyone else was terrified of her, but she gave me a can of diet coke every day ✨

[@darcyskittens8591]

The "Teacher is out and the Sub wants to show a movie instead of the assigned work" energy

[@BostonRobb]

This comment has the “my life experience is high school” energy and I love it.

[@BostonRobb]

And I mean it in a rad way, the og comment is rad.

[@samday6621]

I’m gunna miss Stephen’s house, and his wife giggling to his jokes in the background.

[@davidthedeaf]

Maybe he can do a one year anniversary at home?

[@humane143imperfection6]

@@davidthedeaf It may serve a good reminder. We must always remain ever vigilant in the field of virology.

[@AnotherCoward]

Hearing Evie laugh was really one of the best things. It just made things feel more connected - always nice to hear someone laugh with you, and it gave us a glimpse into the internal Colbert dynamic. Good stuff

[@douglasharley2440]

it wasn't his house, it was a room in the basement of the ed sullivan theater. only like the first month he did at home.

[@karltonlimeback6183]

i wonder how they changed a basement into a set

[@gnirolnamlerf593]

I almost spit my tea out (or choked on it) at the line about the Queen watching the Oprah interview. The whole monologue was brilliant. I loved the first piano tinkle by Jon when Stephen handed off the first make-believe prop. Funny how you miss little stuff like that. So good to see Jon and the band live just a few feet away from the host. The Vax Scene scene was hilarious and the dance with the lady in the audience so joyful. Welcome back!

[@charlenezevelykirby481]

O yes love Jon and his group! Amazing the way goodness just shines from him! I wish them all the best. Stephan's my hero! Peanut, Jeff Dunham's 'ceeation?' , is my hero also still though! Lol

[@mrmonkeyman79]

That ending was genuinely heart-warming. Nice to see THE Late Show return

[@synchronicitystudios8217]

Was waiting for this!!!!!! I am here in NY and wanted to go over there just to feel the energy. New York is back baby!!! Stephen never looked better and Evie is beautiful.

[@sarahsoderstrom3871]

I could feel the audience’s energy!

[@jeromelabrosse1669]

She’s gorgeous.

[@denasharpe2393]

Loved the home format then the delightful foursome and now, back to the big show!! Just love the whole trip !!! Yay!!!

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI ..

[@Berniesf]

This is a sour and sweet moment for me... to see Colbert back in the studio while I mourn my father who passed away yesterday from covid. Lets please take a second to remember the ones we lost during this horrible pandemic.

[@Akheloios]

My condolences.

[@garfield2439]

Sorry for your loss. I lost both of mine thru this

[@MsLul123]

Sorry for your loss

[@paulzammataro7185]

Deepest Condolences to you and your family.

[@paulzammataro7185]

@@garfield2439 I am very sorry. 🌹🌹

[@Godric_71]

Stephen Colbert has been a glue for many of us through the pandemic.

[@m.c.5795]

I saw Ms. Evie on the thumbnail and I immediately pressed play. She’s been an absolute delight during ‘A Late Show’, and I hope Stephen and the producers have her on for future skits. Thanks for all the giggles, laughs, and sweet smiles, Ms. Evie. We’ll miss you. 💙😘

[@karencrawford4068]

I want to add a huge round of applause for Jon Baptise for that number that he performed tonight. It was fabulous! I am a Detroiter and I can tell you that it was like watching the first big number performed by Motown s Marvin Gaye! He more than outdid himself tonight. Loved it! Thank you, Jon.

[@evaadams8298]

And he looks fantastic too!

[@SabzeeS]

He’s so happy and he looks great and I’m so happy live audience is back. Evie is GORGEOUS

[@6789uiop]

My wife thought she was a star... :)

[@denasharpe2393]

Someone tell us what made him so fortunate to have found, woo'd and won that wonderful woman!!

[@erikschaepers]

Thumbs up if you, too missed John playing "pling" when Stephen puts away an invisible object !

[@TahtahmesDiary]

It has bothered me for a year, I never stopped noticing the noise was missing 😂💜

[@scottsmyth87ss]

So good!

[@mariahelizabeth_ent]

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[@katushawatkins1922]

I thought Stephen was about to cry listening to all those fans applauding. Me too!

[@rudyspective1870]

This is like homecoming! And, I teared up when Steven's wife came out and I don't know why! She is fabulous! Welcome back Stephen we missed you so much!!

[@dennisgreene5055]

He was never gone. DId you watch for the last year?

[@AlexaCBrown]

@@dennisgreene5055 back... Live and in person

[@MattJr4793]

this was beautiful to hear that audience & Evie has been a wonderful wife & audience member on her own over the 15 months as I will miss that as much as I will enjoy a full Ed Sullivan Theater once again 😭👏🎊💙

[@darwinskeeper421]

I'll be darned, Stephen does fit in that suit.

[@SonOfThor69]

Proud of him!

[@kathleenaustin6147]

He bought new ones!!

[@ktjamlex]

New suit

[@cassstephens9910]

Had my fingers crossed😇

[@raghavgiridhar8387]

He said it's a new suit.

[@emilyviehland3544]

I loved his shiver when Jon Batiste played a piano chord for emphasis; that was the moment that he truly appeared to feel "back". It's a moment that puts a smile on my face every time I think about it! Stephen Colbert was reacting in real time to a tiny detail that had been missing for 15 months, and he hadn't really realized how much he missed it. ❤️

[@FallenOne669]

While I will miss the Storage Room shows, this is an excellent indication that things are returning to normal.

[@sandrahastings3436]

From your mouth to God's ears.

[@itwasagoodideaatthetime7980]

Yes Stephen Colbert & The Late Show have *FINALLY* come out of the closet!

[@jasonolson3133]

Normal sucks

[@AnnoyingMoose]

Dancing in the midst of 4 people dressed as syringes is clearly the most fun that Stephen has ever had with a Vax-scene intro!

[@SpSot]

I wonder if dancing around was one of the things he longed to do but couldn't do with the Vax-Scene openings while he was in that closet.

[@paoloadam]

What he terribly missed and now very much enjoys is not so much the dancing, but the live audience, the band and the human contact. The past vax-scenes were animations which he pretended to interact with in a little room in total silence. The public's energy is what all comedians and performers charge and motivate themselves with, and their joy, along with the unmistakable sound of live music, and the warmth of bodily contact with other human beings after well over a year of isolation is so refreshing, it ends up galvanizing Stephen and us as well, as he beams these near-hertbreaking feelings even through the screen all the way around the world. It sure is wonderful to have him back! Can 't wait for Jon's interview to go live....

[@aslprobro]

I’m HERE FOR IT!!!

[@martinraeside]

Such a sexy costume - that syringe look is going to be all over the catwalks.

[@unmeshl.6708]

So THAT's what they were building up to with the Vax Scene shtick

[@ivyleagueadventures9572]

Evie is all of our moms now. She's so lovely. And that dress!

[@applecrumble8625]

The energy is just bursting from the seams here 😍😍😍 I started watching Stephen Colbert over lockdown here in the UK (my first video of him was his monologue about the Capitol riot) and I thought "here is a man who is saying what I'm thinking in such a thoughtful, earnest, and honest way" and I've been a fan ever since 😍

[@tokinGLX]

damn, it just hits differently. love to see it!

[@proxanna]

it does tho, doesn't it

[@Chrisko1492]

Yes, it hits worse. Miss the show without audience. American audiences are just way too hyperactive and annoying. My European ears hate this fake laughter and loud noises 😒

[@juliem9903]

Exactly

[@blakehaley740]

@@Chrisko1492 you sound like a grump

[@Emmaxson]

I can relate

[@vironx22]

He is back, Broadway is alive again, and they are beautiful couple that you can see the love radiate off of. This it the sort of positive we have needed for a long time :) Thank you for all the laughs in that broom closet, but we are all glad you are back on the big stage.

[@buttercxpdraws8101]

The joy, the relief, it’s palpable. The realisation that there was a chance we’d never get back to this kind of ‘normal’. Beautiful. 💕

[@lbrom2463]

Did not expect to start crying when Stephen started dancing with that woman in the audience but man that got me

[@lexsamuel3369]

you need to find another show that can make you laugh. he has never been funny . dont know how he got the show, must have kissed some major ass .

[@brooklynfirewolf]

I'm going to miss being able to clearly hear Evie laughing at your jokes in the background

[@ashanein]

Same 💜

[@dogo5255]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4KbopmqftaCipI .

[@Greengoblin420-69]

can we mic her regularly?!

[@AC-xf6sw]

Right?

[@thrashandburn10221]

Stephen's welcome warmed my heart, but them cheering on Evie made me straight up cry

[@thedeejaeebee5babee]

This!

[@OllieTownsendIII]

"I've always said, there's no greater audience in the world than you people. And, when I said that, I was wrong.... truly the greatest of all time, my wife." Steve, You had me at hello!!

[@kurtislawler]

Evie needs to be Steven's "sidekick" on the show. After seeing her as long as we have, it's not the same without her.

[@MrsAlexisAgnew2019]

I think I speak for everyone in attendance when I say “Dayum! Evie rocks that dress!” 🔥🔥🔥

[@cpdv6882]

Evie is the cutest, she needs to become a more permanent part of the show. Cute couple ❤

[@paulborneo7535]

I rarely feel jealous... but Colbert is just my age and you can clearly see in him what a truly good woman does for a man.

[@amyreynolds3619]

Father's Day is Sunday so maybe she will do a First Drafts with him?

[@JohnRoland]

She should be his “sidekick!”

[@HOTD108_]

I can't believe Evie is replacing Stephen as the full time host! Very progressive!

[@catfishcave379]

Shhhhhhhh… Stephen doesn’t know yet…

[@SRowntree]

This is a joke But what if it wasn't?

[@siblits654]

@@SRowntree lol that would be a very entertaining plot twist!!

[@amyhayutin1738]

And then Jill replaces Joe.

[@mahadaalvi]

@@amyhayutin1738 Like Eleanor Roosevelt?

[@capstone1073]

Stephen definitely married up with Evie. She's his rock and kept the at home show interesting.

[@markmh835]

I adore that woman and will miss seeing her on his show. She needs to use her new-found fame for good. Become a spokesperson for a beloved charity and raise money. Or write a series of children's books and go on speaking tours. She would draw huge crowds. 👍😊

[@cosmonauteable9151]

@@markmh835 I ADORE THAT WOMAN LOL

[@lexsamuel3369]

the entire show stinks and should be cancelled .

[@gtaylor6937]

This is great and all but I will miss his wife in the background sniggering and snorting at his best jokes.

[@IMSiegfried]

Ya, but we really need this kind of stuff happening. I mean the pandemic did a number on the psyche of the US (and the entire world) and things like this and sports (of which I am not a fan) are sorely needed to keep moral up. W/O people go crazy and act out as we've been witnessing much too often as of late.

[@lindabrookes7676]

Evie, omg has the best laugh, chuckle, gorgeous giggle, made Stephen from home soooo good ...I did love Stephen from home, especially his bath episode..hahaha.

[@karamiddleton2920]

Me too, I loved that.

[@deborahminess4668]

Now we will resume listening to Jon B chuckling into his live mike

[@tptvox]

His wife is adorable. She is a star. 😁

[@Mechanical-Animal]

I'm probably in a minority with this opinion, but I actually enjoyed watching the show without the audience and applause.

[@clockwisecat1310]

A LOT of commenters have been saying this throughout the pandemic format of his show

[@Greengoblin420-69]

Yeah I'll miss the more personal feel it had but whatcha gonna do....

[@arinel7]

I definitely prefer the show without the audience and applause. To me, the quality of the content goes down because of all the pandering. But that's showbiz, kid

[@pisces031372aj]

You're not alone. I feel exactly the same way

[@Semmelein]

Same here.

[@matthewhoekstra155]

I know Stephen has missed being in front of an audience, and I’m glad that we’ve moved to the point where this can be safely. I just hope he and his staff realize how impactful the quarantine shows were for a lot of people. Watching every day really helped me feel less alone in my fear, confusion, frustration, anger, and all of the other emotions that I’ve felt in the past 15 months. Whenever I think back on the COVID era, I’ll remember how A Late Show helped me get through it.

[@sharanjitkaur4684]

Hear hear... absolutely agree with you

[@swizzle1961]

And through the trump nightmare. It was therapy watching late night guys.

[@porfiriato84]

Dilly dilly!

[@aardlord]

👏

[@denasharpe2393]

Lots and lots of us all across the country as well..

[@kathleenkinney275]

i'd be a dead ass liar if i tried to allege that i didn't jump out of my chair and cheer when Evie came out. EVIE FOR LIFE!!!!!!