First Drafts: Evie and Stephen's 29th Anniversary

Evie McGee Colbert stops by for a very sweet anniversary edition of The Late Show's First Drafts. #Colbert #FirstDrafts #EvieColbert
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[@Tessmage_Tessera]

The best part of the COVID months, when he had no studio audience, was having Evie sit there giggling the whole time. Really adorable.

[@lilwil-ns3uo]

Ikr?! She brightened up that horrible time. She's a sweet soul. How could he not love her!! Happy 29th!!

[@lesleyghostdragon3149]

The brightest part of those dark days💖🌟💖

[@janeadams647]

Couple goals

[@HaliPuppeh]

Agreed 100000%. Her laughter made up for no studio audience.

[@madmesmith5187]

she gave it that human touch just when we all needed it....bless um saved alot of people with there love and humour...lvu u guys...from the UK.

[@Greg-vq9tu]

The bits with Evie are always a home run but reading the endearing comments on these segments regarding how cute they are together is a very close second 😊

[@Bitfire31337]

Totally agree. That's why I always read through the comments below an Evie clip. So wholesome 😊🌞.

[@KaleighMacKay]

Totally agree!

[@jodyfulford8215]

Aw thanks! Many of us feel the same way.

[@stevend2748]

The fact that she still laughs at his jokes after 29 years gives me hope.

[@sweett2185]

Steven & Evie have been through some crazy times prior to him getting his fame & fortune. When he got it, they both did. They are a genuine couple. They never let success go to their heads.

[@sylviahoffman9440]

Just look for the one who makes you feel like like you've known each other forever and allows you to be yourself! That will be your soul mate. I married mine 42 years ago, and yes, he still makes me laugh. Best of luck to you. 💕💕

[@laurahoward5426]

52 years....still laughing

[@rippy00]

He’s pretty funny

[@byronvillanueva2001]

😂😂😂

[@ABC-yt1nq]

This is 100% pure sunshine. Seeing them together is a tonic against a world where crazy, angry, nasty people seem to be everywhere. Just lovely!

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

☝️ THIS!!!!! 🙌🙌🙌🙌💯💯💯💯💯

[@ichrisho]

Beautifully said. ❤

[@luckyjasonfan]

Exactly!! 😢 And why did the show have to EDIT out some of the cards? 😫

[@misshebardmakesmusic6245]

It is getting glimpses of how much Stephen genuinely cherishes his wife that has convinced me he is a true gentleman with strong values

[@genesises]

For me it's rather that he is those things, and she is what keeps him on the right course!

[@commonsense320]

@@genesises behind every good man is a good woman (partner) still holds true

[@Gundam4]

He's one of the few men left with those values

[@mrafamrafa9755]

agreed. It's so fun to see.

[@deborahoneill5302]

True that!!

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

Evie Colbert, I genuinely wonder if you realize how important to us you are!! We love you So Much!!!! *You were our hope, our laughter and our North Star during Covid.* And we still light up when we see you on the show. Happy Anniversary, Colbert Couple!!!! 🥰🤵👰‍♀️🤗🙏🙌🥳

[@jodyfulford8215]

❤️

[@joycesimmons7211]

No truer words spoken/typed.

[@mariaMartinez-bp3cd]

🥰

[@luckyjasonfan]

AMEEN! 🙏🏼🙌🏽❤️

[@lesleyghostdragon3149]

Man! I would NOT want to be Cate Blanchett, having to follow this most charming interlude with the incomparable Evie McGee!!! 😍

[@aandrus2169]

For real! No contest!

[@AndiNewtonian]

I know, right?!

[@michelebenedosso3899]

AND Cate Blancett “ain’t” no slouch either… ☺️

[@jodyfulford8215]

Tough act to follow, right?

[@lesleyghostdragon3149]

@@jodyfulford8215 Exactly! Succinctly said☺️

[@rocaez2143]

it's always good to see Evie back on the show

[@couragekarnga8735]

The woman's just adorable! Stephen is a lucky man! No wonder he always seems so happy!

[@hotcoco137]

EVIE SHOULD BE ON WEEKLY

[@sweett2185]

I liked when she said, *My fans*. She is adorable.

[@voxpopuli735]

29 years?! WOW!!! My respect to this couple, specially to our Stephen just became limitless!! This is rare in this business!

[@KristiContemplates]

This is rare fullstop And so beautiful to know

[@luckyjasonfan]

@@KristiContemplates Exactly.!! Evie isn't in the _business_ she's just a normal person. However, lasting love is Hard to find ANYWHERE, with anyone. #29Years

[@nbbim2012]

If I've said it once, I've said it a million times....if a relationship isn't like this I DON'T WANT IT, I won't settle for anything less!!!!!!!!!!! They are just perfect for each other!!!!!!!!!!

[@commonsense320]

Keep scrolling you'll find my other comment and recipe for having that 😊 we're almost 32 years. Also remember you are seeing 29 years of conflict resolution, forgiveness, understanding, saying you're sorry and waking up tomorrow trying harder to show THEM they won the partner lottery. If they also work to show YOU that you won that same lottery then you have!

[@sweett2185]

@@commonsense320 Exactly. It's a win win.

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

@@commonsense320 Damn - your comment made me cry!!!

[@luckyjasonfan]

@@commonsense320 Stephen says it's all *bliss* but no marriage is that.

[@loisnoble9139]

I couldn't have said it better.

[@johnmossey]

My wife and I just celebrated 5 years. Stephen and Evie are something to shoot for. Def role models.

[@sw9618]

congrats!!

[@janmccall7608]

Evie should be on more often. She's delightful!

[@luckyjasonfan]

No. Let's just enjoy her grace and beauty on the occasions when we can! ❤️ No reason to over do it.

[@roscoemuttley]

Evie has such charm, and I think what makes her appearances great has a lot to do with the fact Stephen seems still just thrilled he gets to be around her.

[@user-uj6sc7ls9y]

Weird, I was having this exact same thought. It's not a weird thought, it's just weird that 4 comments down, you're saying what I'm thinking.

[@smritichetna4485]

ikr he looks like all of us in front of our first high school crush

[@Outspoken.Humanist]

She always steals the show. So beautiful and funny too.

[@KristiContemplates]

Evie doesn't steal the show. It joyfully follows her home and shows its tummy for belly rubs

[@jackallen9045]

They have protected their love with ultimate respect for one another, and have kept their individuality.

[@bamse1618]

Evie is the best. She just brightens the room.

[@barbm2375]

Evie is the type of lady I wished I had become.

[@batgurrl]

The return of Evie is always reason to celebrate. Happy Anniversary to both of you, the couple with the best chemistry on TV. Back when Covid first hit and he was doing the show with just Evie giggling at his jokes, it was practically better than his return with an audience.❤️

[@moose99moose]

"All my friends" 😂 You’ve been outclassed, Stephen!

[@Steelers2841]

Happy Anniversary to Stephen and Evie 29 Years is Truly amazing Congrats

[@margaretpeabody243]

The two are just so enamored with each other it's just fun to watch. Happy anniversary Stephen and Evie!!

[@mclmg]

The show is always extra special whenever Evie is around. 💗💗💗

[@cassandrakarpinski9416]

This is so sweet. 29 years and Stephen and evie still adore each other. Happy anniversary guys

[@KatieLibby1315]

Keep her visits special, too many and they will have to script them more.

[@SomeOnlinePerson]

I adore that Stephen brought his wife to the show just to share some time with her and let her have some fun and probably show off a bit how lovely they've got it with each other. I have to acknowledge that. I also have to acknowledge that the main reason I'm posting this is so also express appreciation for the inclusion of a card that's clearly meant for a sapphic couple. I don't know how intentional it was, but it's nice to see queer romance just casually included with no fuss.

[@witchypoorose5196]

Yes, I apprecited that too. Plus the colors on the card were so beautiful. 🙂

[@KristiContemplates]

Definitely appreciated that last card 🥰

[@bradnarraway9141]

I love how shamelessly Evie sells to the crowd whenever she gets the chance - her husband might get to see the crowd 4-5 nights a week, but she has to have fun with the opportunities she has! Happy 29th anniversary to Evie and Stephen! ❤

[@80sgma10]

Big Evie fan here. More Evie please!

[@virtualomar]

find someone who loves you like Stephen loves evie

[@thend4427]

So hard these days

[@genesises]

@@thend4427 no, it was always hard. people have just gotten used to getting things for free.

[@sweett2185]

@@genesises Yep, a relationship is hard work.

[@genesises]

@@sweett2185 a good one takes hard work. A bad one is just hard :D

[@beverlywallace4920]

It truly seems to go both ways. I mean that Evie loves Stephen just as much as he loves her. It is not a one-sided relationship.

[@couragekarnga8735]

These two faithful souls right here are what lovesongs and beautiful romantic movies are written about! How can they possibly be cuter or more perfect? We love you, Stephen and Evie! Happy Anniversary to you two lovebirds, and may your love last another 29 years!

[@paulramos4037]

In the nation where unions only last for a week or months or a couple of years...Stephen and Evie's marriage proves us that LOVE can last forever! Happy 29th Anniversary!

[@couragekarnga8735]

Ned Fulmer could learn a thing or two.

[@paintedpony2935]

What a pathetically condescending qualification.

[@cherylmartin9994]

Wishing Evie and Stephen a very Happy 29th Anniversary!! 🎉🥂And many, many more! They are absolutely adorable together🥰😍 please have Evie on more🙏🏻

[@JT-fd3tf]

The pandemic caused so much pain & disruption for the country, but getting to know Evie during the WFH shows was one of those happy little surprises for Late Show fans. And now she has come into her own, genuinely thrilled to share her stories with the crowd and so graceful. And Stephen's ok, too. :) Happy anniversary, lovebirds!

[@douggolden255]

I like it when Evie comes on the show. i like the involvement. i love that they enjoy being together. It's always pretty heartwarming . . . kind of like "The Waltons."

[@christineolsson5037]

congratulations!!! we had the pleasure of seeing you both in June at your show. thanks, Stephen and Evie

[@jordyvero6725]

Yes congratulations from me too! 🥳🎉 I smell a party

[@xionmemoria]

I'm 29 years old. These two looked at each other and went "Yep. This one sparks joy" before I was even born. That's a lot to take in. I wish them many more happy years together!

[@Dan-Simms]

Evie always knocks it out of the park, so happy she's been a regular with this bit since the pandemic started, always a treat. Grats on 29!

[@Xtreemo]

This is so sweet! They're so wonderful together. Stephen seems to shine more and look happier when Evie is around. I wish I had such a relationship!

[@luckyjasonfan]

Me toooo! 😢

[@kiha6702]

Ah, I love it when Evie comes to visit🥰🥰

[@phoenixrisn9697]

Evie is adorable, you guys are such a good couple. Congrats to you both. 🥂💐

[@HaliPuppeh]

Happy 29th anniversary, Stephen and Evie. May you have many more!

[@rikkiechambers4959]

“ flowers , champagne , and all my friends “ lol oh I just love the two of you together so very much !! Hi Evie it’s lovely to see you again ! Happy Anniversary to you both 🥂🍾🥂

[@sherryblack8942]

Happy 29th anniversary guys. We had our 51st in mid-August. I still laugh at his jokes, but he doesn't laugh at mine anymore! But then I'm not sure he ever hears them because it has taken me years to convince the man his hearing problems require a hearing aid! He got one yesterday. Now we'll see how my jokes work out.

[@annemettefrederiksen7751]

Congratulations and also on the aids It is awful to have a person loosing hearing, but it is so important to stick with them even if it takes a while to get use to wearing them....Im sure he will laugh and enjoy your jokes

[@couragekarnga8735]

Awwwwwww!!! That melted me!

[@buynickdotcom]

My absolute favorite is when Evie is on the show!

[@renatacantore3684]

Happy 29th Wedding Anniversary to The Colbert’s♥️💋🏆🙌🙌💐🌹♥️♥️♥️🍾🎉🎊💐💐🎊🎈🎈Here’s to 29 More !!!🥂🍾

[@cindy1568]

🎊🎉💐🎊🎉💐🎊🎉 Happy Anniversary Stephen and Evie 💐🎉🎊💐🎉🎊💐🎉

[@MrJayateabug]

That made me tear up. Damn you wonderful people and I hope I get to see more.

[@arthurmartin4616]

Evie and Stephen are adorable together. Always nice to see them together on the show. 🥰

[@vinylxplorer]

I could listen to their stories for hours.

[@lindapindabelinda3570]

It just doesn’t get any sweeter than them. Congratulations on your anniversary.

[@williamkittler]

It’s so nice to see that Evie has become a regular part of the show. She looked absolutely fabulous tonight. You picked a good one Stephen! A real keeper.

[@tigerroaring]

Evie is too young for 59!! Bless them both... Our TV parents 😍🙌

[@breal7277]

She's 59? Holly!

[@User.47629]

Good life and money...😊

[@oliveandrice]

I'm smiling already from the beginning. Is so lovely to see Evie and Stephen together. PLEASE post an extended version of this, with all the cards and much more Evie time for us!

[@Halina0101]

Happy anniversary to them both this was such a sweet segment 😊😊

[@bonniespruin6369]

Evie is a star just by being her wonderful, sweet self. Happy Anniversary, you guys, and i hope you have many more! 💖💖

[@CynicalWilson]

It's impossible not to simply love Evie ♥️ congrats to you guys

[@luckyjasonfan]

Same !!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@thechieffect]

Happy anniversary guys! I know it might not be sunshine and roses everyday but thank you for sharing the love and good vibes!

[@kelleycrockett3387]

Soooooooo true Evie, even everyone at home loves you! Thanks for your bit of sweet sunshine that you share with us every time you’re on the show. From your friends.

[@Static-ash]

Agh I just love Stephen and Evie. They're so pure and sweet to each other. I had to skip back and watch the sweet little smooch at the end twice 💞

[@grabatar]

She is 59? I would definitely date a lady with this charisma and looks (lets be honest, she is gorgeous). Stephen aint to shabby either :D Very nice to see you enjoying such a long friendship with its ups and downs and still want to do another 30 years :D. AND would this mean she has a 60th birthday on the year of her 30th aniversery, THATS a party id like to go to! Much love from Estonia :).

[@gryphonberlin]

You two together always brightens my day.. Adorable.

[@djpowers5w]

I don’t watch the interviews that often… but Evie is no mere interview! She’s America’s mom/wife/sister/therapist… bless her. Oh, and Scott’s alright… I mean Steven… Happy anniversary!!!

[@denisebuethe9462]

Evie is just precious 🤗

[@familiewensink9705]

Stephen, I am already a longtime fan of your show, but just now I found out you got married just one week prior to me and my mrs! October 15th we hope to celebrate not only my 53rd birthday but also our 29th anniversary 😊 You two just keep going strong! Love from The Netherlands ❤

[@razamanaz8199]

Love watching the segments with Evie and Stephen😘. Happy anniversary🎂

[@maryroberts589]

The show gets even better when Evie shows up!! 💕💕💕

[@BuildinWings]

Thank you for letting us into some of these moments. You & Evie are goals.

[@een_schildpad]

Evie is my all time favorite guest; always end up with a giant smile watching them together. So glad that we had the chance to meet her as a result of those otherwise unfun early pandemic months.

[@willene58]

Congrats To Evie and Stephen -many years more for you two together!

[@donnalochner2734]

We love Evie!!!❤❤❤ Happy Anniversary!

[@perevision]

Happy anniversary Evie and Steve!!! Some great banter and wonderful stories…thank you for sharing a little of this beautiful love with us.

[@francisphillips53]

She’s awesome!! Love her sense of humor. Happy anniversary. ❤️❤️❤️

[@laalaa99stl]

As Stephen is oft fond to quote: "Age cannot wither her, nor custom stale her infinite variety." Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra (Act II, scene 2)

[@winxclubstellamusa]

Beautiful ✨

[@joycliffe266]

That's a lovely quote.

[@scorchy84]

I absolutely love these segments with the late show.

[@desidog8326]

I didn't think I could like Colbert any more than I already did.....love those two.

[@kevinfile3690]

Evie is so delightful and the two of them together are adorable. Happy Anniversary!

[@joycliffe266]

I still think that Stephen should go into the card business with the first draft cards. They'd probably sell like hotcakes and give Hallmark a run for their money. Happy anniversary Evie and Stephen!

[@Greg-vq9tu]

I would buy those cards 😂

[@Bitfire31337]

I'd buy them too 😄. They could just release the designs for download and print-on-demand.

[@sweett2185]

He would have to speak to his graphic design crew. He doesn't do this all by himself. That's anyone virtue that Stephen possesses. He always acknowledges his staff & crew. It took a long time for him to get to were he is today. He gives credit where credit is due.

[@joycliffe266]

@@sweett2185 I'm in total agreement with everything you've said. Stephen has a great creative team working with him and you're absolutely right, he often does acknowledge them and give them well deserved credit. Stephen and his team have raised money for charity before, e. g. "Whose Boat Is This Boat?" raised money (a million or more) for disaster relief. The first draft edition greeting cards could raise money for charity as well (even as a one off occurrence), if Stephen chose to go in that direction and if it was feasible. Regardless, the first draft card segments are always fun and entertaining.

[@luckyjasonfan]

@@joycliffe266 💯💯💯💯

[@chadglasspell3420]

What a adorable couple. Oct. 9 1993 was a great day to to get married. It was the same day I married my beautiful Wife Laura. Happy Anniversary

[@nikwalters1029]

Aww. Happy Anniversary as well!

[@baronesselsavonfreytag-lor1134]

Happy anniversary 🌹

[@ALEClovesGENIALMUSIC]

Loved her WOW when flowers appeared. It's surely a person it's great to do lovely suprises to. Greatest couple on T.V. on Earth. Maybe not only on T.V.

[@terrynicholetti4090]

The best television ever!!! Thank you Stephen and Evie for sharing your sweet/sharp connection with the rest of us in such a charming way. Blessings on the next 29 years!

[@breakinganddecorating8108]

Congratulations to the two of you. We all love both of you.

[@brenda7042]

Happy belated Anniversary Stephen and Evie! My husband and i just two months ago celebrated our 33rd Wedding Anniversary.

[@AndiGalpern]

I love Evie’s giggles. She’s so cute!

[@vandal280]

I could listen to you two tell stories all day

[@aandrus2169]

I totally adore Evie. Happy Anniversary! I love it when Evie is on. She's America's Sweetheart!

[@sylviahoffman9440]

A very Happy Anniversary to the Colberts - you've given us laugher during tough times and a smile to see your love.

[@itscalledlogic7]

Evie's impression of Aunt Margaret was hilarious. Chef's kiss!

[@o.b.7217]

*Congratulations! Here's to another 29!*

[@that1monk]

Evie adds so much joy into my life. She's a sunbeam of love. ❤🎉🌞

[@FutureCommentary1]

Watching this because I haven't had a very good day. I can't not smile watching these two.

[@deborahoneill5302]

Happy Anniversary Evie & Stephen!! thanks for sharing the joy and love!

[@feldegast]

Segments with Evie are great, I look forward to them 😁

[@motherofdredd8304]

They are the love that keeps my faith in humanity

[@LoPhatKao]

Happy Anniversary Colberts

[@freya8133]

I can't believe 1993 was 29 years ago. You made me feel so old!! Happy Anniversary!!

[@jalabi99]

That's really good advice, when you're at your own wedding, EAT!

[@fishbeef32]

Congratulations to the sweetest couple on TV!

[@thomassawicki2065]

I am totally charmed . Stephen is such a talented beautiful person. Nice to see he has such a mate. She is as clever an special as he is.

[@jeffclement2468]

That was a special treat, seeing Evie do an impression of Stephen's aunt. Made me think of Patty and Selma from the Simpsons.

[@jfitzgerald6039]

It warms my heart when he shares his wife and his love for her with us. I literally can't stop smiling.

[@mariegarside8830]

The sweetest couple 💕

[@stmiller626]

Love Evie!!! Thank you for sharing her with us, Stephen! Also, Happy Anniversary!

[@bernadettemisson4119]

Congratulations Stephen on ur 29 yrs of Wedded Bliss ❤