Late Show First Drafts: Happy Easter 2021

The amazing Evie Colbert joins Stephen for a special Easter edition of everyone's favorite greeting card-themed segment. #Colbert #HappyEaster #FirstDrafts
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[@KCNwokoye]

Stephen married a real queen, such a delightful and loveable woman Evie is.

[@mssdavis785]

Don’t toy with my emotions and say Evie is a permanent cast member if she’s not... I. LOVE. HER.

[@Mike_Teich]

Stephen chose well.

[@haskellbob]

She's the best audience he could have. Her laugh is so contagious!

[@catwhisperer1253]

She is lovely. It probably also helps that Stephen Colbert seems to treat her well and adore her.

[@_emory]

She’s absolutely right this year has been hard she doesn’t need to give up anything

[@misterderp4566]

Evie is the loveliest woman with the most wonderful laugh. Stephen won the lottery with this lady and it's nice to see that he knows it.

[@garypetrini1137]

From what I read, they met in an improv class.

[@jcanfieldschatz]

I have to agree. She has a wonderful laugh and Stephen obviously loves having her there.

[@THMILLER]

exactly!

[@phlargalactic363]

#true

[@lanecampbell8049]

I could not agree more

[@Hiltothedance1]

Evie's guilty grin when she didn't have anything given up for Lent is just adorable. I love her energy.

[@AmericanTeacher-USA]

She gave up SEX - but didn't want to say that in front of Steve ! LOL 😄

[@cafeeineaddicted8123]

@@AmericanTeacher-USA I'm sure he would be aware. That's why he didn't give up alcohol, presumably :P

[@petercoo9177]

@@AmericanTeacher-USA Yeah, my first thought as well - she really looked like she was trying to signal (non-verbally) "Steven! We do not mention these things ON AIR!"

[@lenkacfk7155]

@@AmericanTeacher-USA , I was thinking that, too! It would have been hilarious if she'd told him that, after he put her on the spot like that 😄

[@craigfelter]

I don't think she's Catholic.

[@Earthpsalm]

"We gave up hugs, we gave up kisses, we gave up everything, I didn't need to give up anything else!" PREACH it Evie!!

[@johnstimecapsule]

I love that they are letting us hear more of Evie's giggles. And watching Stephen feed off of them. Truly, marriage goals.

[@beckyaul3770]

They really are adorable!

[@bjumorrisdatter904]

No kidding ! I tried twice didn't happen.

[@laurabrown5445]

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[@johnstimecapsule]

EVIE: I gave up...alcohol...maybe? *Immediately covers mimosa* ITS BEEN A HARD YEAR!!

[@Mediaright]

This is a MOOD!

[@boondocksdragon8959]

"We gave up kisses. We gave up hugs. We gave up everything." I felt that in my soul. It's been a rough year. I hope that mimosa was the best damn thing she's ever tasted. 🤣

[@raynemichelle2996]

I hope the mimosa is made with prosecco. Champagne mimosas aren't as good in my opinion.

[@Surge1077]

Loved how later she said to Stephen "You certainly did not give up alcohol for lent, did you?"

[@buffalo5knives809]

She straight up crucified that rationale

[@serendipityshopnyc]

All in favor of Evie remaining as permanent a member of the cast as Jon-Batiste, say Aye or click thumbs up!

[@RatKeeperDude]

Makes me wonder if she has a day job

[@emilysanders4807]

Aye

[@mikeway7207]

Evie and Stephen together is magic. I don’t even miss the audience when she’s around ❤️

[@TheDriedfrogpills]

So when the audience does come back, can we still have Evie segments? If she's okay with that?

[@deadshot8077]

Pretty sure for the amount of money her husband is making, she’d make the effort...

[@beccapeck5102]

I was just going to say the same thing!

[@maryedwards8307]

Please continue to bring Evie on the show!!🇨🇦💕

[@Lmwpitt]

I hope they never bring back the audience. Evie and co is far better, and more genuine.

[@Surge1077]

Sure hope so.

[@LucasBenderChannel]

the bunny story made me feel like I was actually meeting the two of them, instead of hearing it in front of a screen

[@Acousticsons]

It felt like a genuine double date story they tell

[@bethshupp-george5593]

I came here to say that I would watch a full episode of just the two of them talking!

[@silmarian]

@@bethshupp-george5593 Same here. They're so in love it makes me just *happy*

[@ollievaughn8227]

Damn...I wish I'm this happy with my girl in the long run

[@emma-eventing]

omg that rabbit story tho, amazing hahahahaha

[@Vipre-]

Come on, this NEEDS to be official. Drop "The Late Show" and rebrand as "Late with Stephen and Evie" or something, she's gold.

[@kurtiswoods1663]

Platinum maybe better.

[@stephaniecowans3646]

But keep Jon Batiste and the Stay Human band!!!! their music bumpers are top notch!

[@barbaravandenbulcke190]

If Evie doesn't stay on, it might as well return as "Just Another Late Show"... Okay, maybe I kid (a little), but this pandemic has sure proved that she's his other half in all the best lights.

[@shanhussain6114]

Once again, i request for there to be a segment where Stephen and Evie just sit and tell us stories from their life

[@ShamirYukno]

Yes! I am in favor!

[@rushfan1970]

👏🏼👏🏼Agreed!!!

[@nicolemarie7413]

I know, right? I've watched this one twice and laughed out loud both times! Hilarious with a keen sense of the absurd and simultaneously heartwarming because it's clear how much they love each other.

[@reyngel]

I second everyone asking for continued Evie segments even after COVID ends

[@JDMimeTHEFIRST]

I miss Jon Batiste and his reactions to everything. He would have made the best face at that rabbit horror story.

[@ShravanParthasarathy]

@@JDMimeTHEFIRST Nah Jon Batiste is annoying

[@kayecastleman6353]

@@JDMimeTHEFIRST I love Jon's chill vibe.

[@maryrosekent8223]

@@ShravanParthasarathy But he’s an amazing musician. I sometimes wonder if he’s a savant and that’s why his affect is rather strange.

[@thebasketballhistorian3291]

@@ShravanParthasarathy It's your opinion, but you're in the minority. =) Check out any "quarantinewhile" video. Half the comments are talking about the segment while the other half are saying how much they love Batiste's presence.

[@amla87]

I see Evie, I click. Their love is what I aspire to in 20 years ❤️

[@laurabrown5445]

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[@Fanxfare]

Steven's Wife is a Ray of Sunshine her laughter at his jokes is beyond Adorable

[@purspike]

Geez, the host is really married to his audience

[@malumachado4561]

😆

[@brittany9627]

Lololololoololololol

[@CaptWesStarwind]

Yeah, Evie nailed it on what we have all had to give up this past year.

[@pauldominguez6870]

I hope he meant it when he said she’s a permanent part of the cast, if that is what she would like, of course. If my vote matters, I say hell to the yeah. After all these years of watching Steven, it’s wonderful to see the person who makes him laugh and smile. She’s as good as expected. Even if she only wants to appear occasionally, she will always be welcome on my screen. Thank you both for the humanity during the last year.

[@tgapmamakat]

Yeah, that last thing he said sounded like a job offer...

[@rushfan1970]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Well said, & agreed!!🙌🏼💓✌🏼

[@simplystreeptacular]

*Me before quarantine:* "omg, stephen, i love you!!" *Me after quarantine:* "hi stephen. when do we get more evie??"

[@waywardgoddess7219]

Evie is the only audience member we need too! You and her are more entertaining than an entire stadium of people! 💖

[@ian-si9xw]

Evie needs to be in every single broadcast , her smile and laugh lights up the whole studio

[@ProjectFlashlight612]

Eve n' Steve love each other to bits. It's nice to see.

[@Grt120453]

You tell him Evie...it's been a tough year...love these 2...reminds me of my departed darling and I together

[@Miollvynir]

It's not optional: Evie is now a member of the cast. The audience demands it.

[@SmexyCarr]

I hope Evie never leaves, even when we're back to "normal". She is just lovely.

[@perevision]

One of the best Evie and Stephen stories yet! I love her laugh and the way he basks in it

[@michellefu4002]

"and the way he basks in it.". THIS is what I am missing in my single life. Seeing these two together is so inspiring and also so depressing.

[@blueguy15]

Evie and Colbert just renew my joy every time I see them together in these segments.

[@Alexis84DE]

Imagine a world where everyone is so nice and sweet as these two. We would never hate and have wars again

[@Leeohlin89]

🙏🏼❤️

[@CaptainNamikaze]

Those two together must be one of the most wholesome things I have ever seen!

[@juliaconnell]

".. alcohol... maybe .." love it!!! 🤣😂🤣- cheers Evie 🥂🍾🥂🍾🥂🍾 - I'm 100% with you Evie - we have given up so much already - hugs, kisses - social contact with loved ones - covid is the new lent !

[@daniellamcgee4251]

For those with Chronic Conditions who's life is pretty much always quarantine, ...and Lent, but giving up innumerable things to possibly never get back, try not to choke at Evie's 'hard' Covid Lent!!! It's easy to lose compassion for those making such a fuss at relatively small and temporary losses. But remember suffering is relative. It's the worst, most prolonged life restrictions they have had. I know it's difficult to imagine, but a little understanding goes a long way! #spoonies

[@juliaconnell]

@@daniellamcgee4251 it's not difficult to imagine at all - or understand either - I've know 5 spoons metaphor - only the version I was told years before was 5 gold stars, I'm having a 1 and a half gold star/spoon day - 🥄🥄🥄🥄🥄❤

[@elizabethb988]

Evie, wish to be BFF 🌝

[@aguaarch]

They are not just married, they're soulmate

[@deprofundis3293]

Totally ❤️

[@stevensmith6355]

We clearly need a Evie and Stevie Podcast! MAKE IT HAPPEN PARAMOUNT+ and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

[@Uufda651]

Having wholesome Evie and Stephen content has been a real ray of sunshine in this Covid cloudiness. Please keep Evie on the show, Mr. Colbert.

[@blipmachine]

I need someone to laugh at my jokes like Evie 🥲

[@c.w.9501]

I don't even watch this segment for the cards. I watch it to see Mr. and Mrs. Colbert interact. It's probably the most wholesome thing on television.

[@BroAnarchy]

"just sayin' ... your the one who's going to have to Face your Maker. ... not me." damn, Stephen . .. lol

[@jennifergross3506]

Rabbits scare easily, and often die from just the stress and fright of a situation like you described. That bunny is a miracle bunny!

[@Crystal-wy8yn]

She’s adorable!

[@disneyfan5304]

Its cool that evie is the only audience in studio that is how much evie loves stephen colbert glad that they married its other❤❤evie makes the show more funnier😆😆😆😆

[@Eve.v]

YOOO 😭 NOT ME GETTING ACTUALLY EMOTIONAL WHEN STEPHEN CALLED EVIE A FULL-TIME CAST MEMBER .... their interactions are so joyful and their dynamic is so pure and happy!!! it's so clear how much they love each other, especially how much stephen loves making her laugh -- her little giggles and their back-and-forths during the monologue have honestly been one of the best parts of quarentine

[@ratholin]

Stephen "We'll be right back with Sharon stone." everyone online "Aww can't you just bump her and let Evie go long?"

[@wishiwasaleopardnefatiri8628]

Yeah me too love Evie on the show giggling. A good marriage is a man who makes you laugh!

[@hayzed9491]

I could watch them all day. I really hope Evie is a permanent fixture in the show now.

[@stephkitten]

At this point I don't want Steven to ever go back to the old show format, and I want segments with Evie at least weekly. The two of them together is magic, and I can't get enough of it.

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

"Permanent member of the cast..." YESSSSSSSS!!!!

[@saatvik-agrawal]

That Rabbit story was unexpectedly dark from Evie..

[@thinairpro]

Talk about truth being stranger than fiction.

[@LeesaDeAndrea]

Real life is dark.

[@TransDragonBear]

If that was our yard, our dog Knuckles would have killed the bunny. He's done it before

[@missednoahsarc2654]

I have a weird farm where everything goes wrong in weird ways. This made me think they had a farm like ours. The fact the bunny came back is amazing. I also have two bunnies I let them play in the veggie garden and there are hawks so preminition?

[@ginah9128]

Poor little bunny.

[@elbabah7424]

I love seeing Evie on the show. She makes me happy and even bigger Colbert fan

[@timiadetona]

I am a simple man. I see Evie's laugh in the thumbnail, I click.

[@CaptainJack67]

Late Show with Stephen and Evie sounds like a must watch, honestly. What a joy.

[@NoticeMeShizun]

That foster rabbit story was an emotional roller coaster lol Evie is so precious

[@nelsonhunter-valls3206]

Came for Evie but was instead treated to a Hare rasing story about a magical rabbit. Yes 👍🏻

[@dkamouflage]

I don't find that joke very Bunny. But I can't resist a good pun--especially when you Rabbit in.

[@Matthew-ve7uv]

Rabbit it in? Wow you're not even trying -- you don't seem to carrot all.

[@thechumpsbeendumped.7797]

Best dad joke of the week. 😉

[@thechumpsbeendumped.7797]

@@dkamouflage Couldn’t you resist Lever-etting that awful pun into your comment? Are you burrowing these jokes from Christmas crackers?

[@barbaravandenbulcke190]

So glad they shared that story and lettuce enjoy the surprise!

[@benkurzinger9536]

As a 24 yo I'm looking up to you two guys, i love you, you are the most beautiful couple I've ever seen!

[@JohnPeter-yf5jf]

You can tell when a couple are in sync. Reminds me of my grand parents.

[@benbaker2965]

Not many good things have happened because of the pandemic, but it gave us a chance to know Evie. And a different side of Steve. Evie is absolutely delightful. I love that woman. 💕💕

[@Metalbass10000]

They are a great couple together. He loves finding the humor in life's situations, and she loves his sense of humor. When they smile at each other, and are looking at each other, they're genuine smiles, and even their eyes are smiling. That's one of the things about my wife I love so much, is that when she is genuinely smiling and happy, she communicates it very clearly. You can see that Steven really enjoys making his wife smile and laugh, and making my wife smile and laugh is probably my second favorite way to give her a gift of feeling good.

[@samanthamariefreeman335]

The best part of Easter is the "Newness" of the new year, AND the new colors in the garden AND the new Spring Easter Dress and shoes 😉😃

[@vanillabeans32087]

"We gave up hugs, we gave up kisses, we gave up everything. I didn't need to give up anything else!" Evie is my freaking queen hahaha

[@padma18raju]

What a lovely, heartwarming couple🥰 I could sit and listen to them all day. Such wonderful people❤❤

[@bothellkenmore]

I had to look up Evie on IMDB, shocked she doesn't have like 50 listings! This was the 1st time I've seen her and am an instant fan!

[@recklessroges]

Evie is a joy and clearly The Number One S.C. fan.

[@gawainfraites7994]

Evie does have a point, we done give up so much for this year. I totally agree.

[@roydunn2865]

Stephen really needs to rename the show A Late Drink with Stephen Colbert.

[@debraholz6821]

I'm good with that. Lets all have one with him!

[@hazelistheworst]

Honestly a way better and more fitting name

[@kikivolauvent1]

and why ever not?! I'm all for it. Just count me in :)

[@raybin6873]

Toast!

[@debraholz6821]

Skol from this Viking

[@NewMessage]

One of my fav running bits on this show... made my night

[@najlasouza8362]

A men like Stephen could only be married to an amazing woman like Evie!

[@TheHSoko]

Eternal life.... What an Easter gift🌿🙏🌸🌼

[@bobwiegers]

The card jokes are ok, but we all came for Evie

[@johnstimecapsule]

Name a more wholesome pair. I dare you.

[@frankbradleyjr]

Titus and Rachel Bradley

[@feoman]

My wife and I. Bonus: My wife is also a blue-eyed brunette 😁💏

[@michaelevans5634]

Evie is just... just wonderful. Have her on the show even more!!!

[@rikkiechambers4959]

Permanent cast member !! I heard him say it 🎉🎉🎉🎉😊love Evie so much and the world could take notes on relationships watching you two together .

[@windya5860]

Evie needs to be a permanent part of the show! The chemistry she and Stephen have is magical!

[@chemxfan]

Evie: "You certainly did not give up alcohol for Lent this year." Stephen: (sipping his mimosa)"Oh, the Hell no!...But you, you didn't give up ANYTHING for Lent!" Evie: "It's been a hard year! We gave up hugs, we gave up kisses!....It's been hard!" I'm siding w/Evie on this one. It's been hard to give up ANYTHING FOR ANY REASON. Keep coming on the show, Evie - you make Stephen better, & he's already pretty good :D

[@DanielGladstone]

Their love for each other is inspirational!

[@thn348]

I adore Evie's laugh and how she flirt giggles with you. So blessed.❤️❤️❤️

[@jeepdude7359]

Hey Steven, could you please make Evie a permanent part of your show? Her laughter is infectious.

[@redheadredemption1573]

That bunny saga was something else

[@originalzo3873]

Your conversation is priceless and gorgeous and genuine

[@peadar-o]

I’m with Evie. This Lent is the first one in years I didn’t give up anything. I hope next year will be better. 🙏🏾

[@brigidann23]

"The only audience I will EVER need"...so no pressure then...

[@FrankieUtka]

Us watching at home: 👁️👄👁️ 😂😂

[@violetedge83]

I love Evie's outfit 💜💜💜 I normally don't wear white pants but Evie makes it look so good, I think Im going to try white pants.

[@catwhisperer1253]

That was a sad, funny, and awesome story about your foster rabbit. Thanks for sharing!

[@NahlaAnwer]

Evie is so lovely, and this outfit is so beautiful, such a spring-y vibe.

[@readthisnotthat273]

I saw this when it aired, but I've watched it twice since then. I love Evie telling the Bunny story. Stephen & Evie are an absolute hoot together.

[@albertbremner8173]

What a lovely companion ❤️🤠

[@krudmonger]

Honestly, when Stephen Colbert took over the Late Show, I wondered if we would ever get to see the "real" him. I think this lovely segment is yet another definitive answer to that question.

[@CelticShae]

How long before you give her equal billing? It's such a heart warming treasure to get to see Evie. She's so wonderful!

[@janellemccoy09]

Evie is so beautiful. I guess the rabbit fought back. Ain't no predator bird big enough for your rabbit. Happy easter!

[@johnsonlabarbear4741]

Hey Jem How are you keeping, Where are you from??

[@janellemccoy09]

@@johnsonlabarbear4741 USA

[@johnsonlabarbear4741]

Northern Ireland UK Thank you for following up Nice to meet you here, How is the weather conditions over there??

[@janicetribbiani7535]

@@johnsonlabarbear4741 does she look like a meteorologist? 😂

[@benzaiten933]

even if Evie occasionally has a rabbit mauled, she's still the most adorable person ever!

[@exnihilog.4421]

Played the segment multiple times just to watch Evie & Stephen together. She is a natural in front of the camera. Brightens up my day with her laughter, and makes Stephen light up! It's awesome to watch them together. we need more Evie segments !!!

[@georgelopezlover0]

A late show with Stephen and Evie. I would love it

[@Alethia]

I'm here for Evie

[@BobDaniel]

Best recurring guest on the show of all time. Well, tied with Tom Hanks.

[@Amor_y_Alma]

Evie is just so WHOLESOME 🥰🥰🥰

[@irvingkurlinski]

You can see the affection these two kids have for one another. Nice to see.

[@benverhaegen9006]

Every time we have an Evie segment, I can't help myself thinking of Dr. Phil and the segments where he pulls his wife Robin out of the audience so she can peddle her products. And then I thank the universe that Stephen found this fantastic, sweet, funny, natural, beautiful lady. Evie, we love you girl.

[@Lmwpitt]

This should become a staple of the show; Evie being a guest and Stephen's children being the audience.

[@asayetemesgen208]

I wish you and your precious wife, a gazillion years of happppy Easter celebrations!!!!

[@adamblakeley2592]

Yes!!! Keep Evie on the show as much as possible from now on! Even after the pandemic, I can't wait to hear the dialogue between Jon, Evie and Stephen!!!

[@FULLmeltHASH]

I like seeing him and his wife on the show

[@rpavlik1]

"It was a hard year!" Oh we all hear ya Evie. I bet the rate of giving things up for Lent this year was lower than usually.

[@radhikanandasw.6342]

It is always indescribably SWEET to see Evie on the set and the true, deep LOVE and appreciation she and Stephen have for each other!

[@TylerMyers94]

Evie, and I can't stress this enough, is the BEST.