The Tragic Life Of Stephen Colbert

[@NickiSwift]

Stephen Colbert became a TV success despite the tragedies that plagued his youth. What other inspiring stories would you like to hear about?

[@aditya7428]

I wud like to hear about Hugh Laurie's story about his internal struggle

[@SunflowerSpotlight]

Keanu Reeves

[@sammiea822]

Anna Nicole Smith

[@cherylsibson8457]

Nick Stephen Colbert listened to his guts and when one listens to his guts and brain, that's the magic!

[@backpfeifengesicht8415]

Afeni Shakur. What a life.

[@JustSayin-mz9jb]

I have gotten through these past 2 1/2 years because of this dude. Much empathy for his pain, and gratitude for his razor sharp wit.

[@weegiewarbler]

@pisswobble the word gotten can be traced back to the middle ages, however it is used almost exclusively in North American English in modern times

[@dontaylor7315]

@pisswobble Gotten is a word and "have gotten" (past perfect tense) is correct usage.

[@realunitedstatesrepublic3005]

Anti - American ...only negative bias commentary. Got ask yourself about people who find this anti American guy of any value?

[@dontaylor7315]

@@realunitedstatesrepublic3005 Well if pro-democracy/pro-people is now anti-American I guess many millions of us are now subversive.

[@DBZFan2]

@voodooblue61 blue after all the trump jokes he made, i am glad his pathetic old man and brothers were killed!! thank god that plane crashed!!! LMFAO!!!

[@karenbishop5885]

It shows the man that can be so in touch with himself. His parents did a great job.

[@Theegoaat]

Karen Bishop love his trump impersonations!

[@shaunmattice6413]

@Bill P Well, I mean. You probably did vote for reality star with no political background and a history of failures. But hey. You're the nuts who bought into MAGA bullshit scam. And let's be honest, I don't there's been a bigger snowflake President *boo hoo, SNL and fake news hurts my feelings* Republicans are the new pansies of America.

[@sanford943]

Well his mother did. After all he was only ten when his father died.

[@renatagross5959]

It never ceases to amaze me how the funniest people come from the deepest tragedies.May God bless The Colbert Family.

[@DBZFan2]

why?!?! God Damn The Colbert Family!! after all the trump jokes he made, i am glad his pathetic old man and brothers were killed!! thank god that plane crashed!!! LMFAO!!!

[@dontaylor7315]

ALERT: There's a troll in the thread. It's looking for attention. Who's going to be the first to be suckered into feeding it?

[@aliya-chawala-shaikh2748]

DBZFan2 youre thanking god cause two innocent kids died and the death of a man with a wife and children to go back to?

[@DBZFan2]

@@aliya-chawala-shaikh2748 "to go back to" what?! and as for the first part, yeah i thank god that his pathetic old man and brothers died when he was only 10!!! the only leftist is a dead leftist!!

[@dontaylor7315]

@@aliya-chawala-shaikh2748 You fell for it. Don't feed trolls, it accomplishes nothing and clutters up the threads.

[@elizabethcameron5763]

I'm so sorry, Stephen. Strength and peace and love to you.

[@shome1289]

hes so rich, it doesnt matter. boo fucking hoo

[@jamiethomas6701]

@@shome1289 SO, YOU THINK, HE IS THINKING. "MY DAD DIED, MY BROTHER DIED, AND NOW MY MOTHER IS DEAD, BUT WHO CARES I AM RICH. WHAT A SHIT STAIN YOU ARE, BE CAREFUL (BILL P) THIS GUY IS GAINING ON THE ASSHOLE RACE. '

[@summerskysky4269]

Your mother did an amazing job raising you Mr. Colbert. We wish love and happiness and peace. Thank you dearly for your sense humor.🙏☺.

[@jillpeacock4540]

I've always been attracted to him. There's something about him.. His eyes, I loved listening to him... He's not the usual type.

[@samueliam745]

he's a moron.

[@dontaylor7315]

ALERT: There's a troll in the thread. It's looking for attention. Who's going to be the first to be suckered into feeding it?

[@samueliam745]

@@dontaylor7315 how deep.

[@sweetlikesugar7352]

@@dontaylor7315 good job👏👏👏.

[@midsummernight2009]

Don Taylor you are almost the first one to respond. Get a life

[@erins8214]

I feel so sad for him because he brighteneds my night every night. God Bless you love!!!💖

[@tishsmiddy71]

Family does have away of Defining you ! Thank you for the laughter !

[@lornawilliams-astley2716]

I love this man. He's brilliant. Im so sad for him but, I can relate to what he went through. I was already struggling with being a Catholic but, when my brother Gilbert died, I screamed at God and told him, we were done. Then by accident, I met a young Catholic Priest, who listened to my crazy rant. He treated me with nothing but, kindness and understanding. After listening to his comforting words, I went home and listened to what he asked of me. I re read Footprints In The Sand. For a split second there I was comforted.

[@rosemarymancera4318]

I Love, Love, Love Stephen Colbert and even more now that I know his story!!! I wish I could give him a great big hug!!! I had shoulder surgery, uncomfortable and in a world of pain but listening to Stephen's monologues made my pain bearable. He made me laugh out loud. Stay Strong, Stephen!!! Your mom is a part of you inside. ❤❤❤

[@SunflowerSpotlight]

I have chronic pain (have had since I was 11) and humor does help. It’s solid distraction, and when there’s no way any medication can relieve the pain, that kind of the best you can get, you know? I’m glad his material helped you, and I hope you’ve recovered. Just never forget the experience; all the best people I know have gone through pain and became more empathetic people for it. Best of luck to you. Keep laughing!

[@rosemarymancera4318]

Amara Jordan I'm so sorry to hear about your chronic pain!!! Amara, I will keep you in my prayers and hope that God will remove that pain, completely, so that life will be so wonderful for you. 😊

[@ToTo_006_]

I loved your comment. You took the words out of my mouth, except the shoulder part. Sorry I'm sleepy good night

[@shome1289]

i feel bad for you lol

[@djtae808]

Niki Stephen is no tragedy. Colbert is a survivor and a national treasure.

[@dorisvoo9743]

I agree. It's a life of someone who triumphed over tragedy.

[@jillpeacock4540]

@@dorisvoo9743 yess.. you're exactly right. It's his sense of humor that gets him thru. Hes awesome.

[@davysmithston1643]

well said

[@jokerswildio]

Proof of the power of a sense of humor

[@djtae808]

@@jokerswildio Nicki is trash. She is a dumpster fire 😊

[@suzieque4438]

What an inspiration. I can' t even fathom such a terrible loss. So glad you and your Mom had each other. That sustained you and made you the cool guy you are.

[@robbiePlanetaSano]

I totally loveSteven Colbert. He makes me laugh out loud on a regular basis 😊 Sorry to know about the tragedies he has faced , it only makes me appreciate him more as a person. I always look forward to his show !

[@patrickgallimore6896]

As a comedian, entertainer and talk show host, he's brilliant, and cut above his peers...Also, one of the things I like about him is his fearlessness.

[@yargsnurb2457]

Had no idea. Having lost my best friend at age ten, then my father at 20, I can deeply empathize. And now, Stephen, you are my go to for comedic commentary on this insane culture. And if comedic were dropped, the statement still holds.

[@mmatias6099]

Stephen Colbert is going to go down in history as a great man with a good heart.

[@UnicornsPoopRainbows]

I remember when his mom passed, wondering why one of my two daily shows weren't on. I was hoping he didn't have an accident. Then his sweet tribute to his mother had me in tears the entire time. I had lost my mom a year earlier (I was 25) and had a similar relationship with my mother. It tore me up and but his words comforted me. It also seemed like he knew every day with her was a blessing and fully appreciated her. I admired his ability to even be able to SPEAK when he was hurting so badly.

[@sheilabush7066]

Wow nothing like crying like a baby. You touch my heart in so may way. Thank you for sharing. ❤️

[@sheilabush7066]

robert leonard hey troll boy 👦

[@inquiz-ahteev]

Watching this vid makes me love Stephen Colbert that much more!! How great a son is he... and how great the gift of having his mother Lorna in his life for 92 yrs. God Bless🙏

[@slappypap2700]

I love this guy sooo much. His comedy and his intellect get me through so much.

[@peggyhill7283]

I love Mr. Cobert. It's nice in this day & age to see a man proud of his faith & parents. There need s to be more folks like you. (No matter what ones faith is.)

[@karenwiggins8512]

I enjoy Steven, his show never let me down.doing my low moments he lift me up, with truth , comedy an knowledge.we all go through hard times so we can help others. Keep climbing, !!! S.C..👌

[@davidbeaulieu4815]

It's too bad he's sold out to the oligarchs when he interviewed Tulsi gabbard. He took the pro-war corporate position and you could tell it wasn't his just by the way he was speaking. Judging by the way he was acting he felt ashamed but he still sold out to them. I find that tragic cuz I've generally looked up to Stephen Colbert.

[@dontaylor7315]

@@davidbeaulieu4815 I also felt he was being perfunctory in that interview, saying what the network's corporate bosses ordered him to say and trying to make the slurs appear as "just jokes." It didn't turn me off Colbert but I found it saddening.

[@DBZFan2]

@@dontaylor7315 i enjoy it when leftists cannibalize themselves!! but it's true that she is in bed with the Russians!!

[@dontaylor7315]

ALERT: There's a troll in the thread. It's looking for attention. Who's going to be the first to be suckered into feeding it?

[@jamiethomas6701]

@@DBZFan2 THERE HE IS OL" SHIT STAINS AGAIN. GIANT ASS HOLE TO THE END.

[@maroondelight3690]

Stephen Colbert, God bless you immensely😇👃 I didn't know about your past experiences with your family. It broke my heart, and thank God you had with you left the most precious blessing, your mother!... You're a wonderful human being and I really enjoy your show, its the best of all, hope you live a very long life as your mother did with lots of happiness!😇😄

[@AlejandroGonzalez-wg9ig]

Great person. Great comedian. My blessings to him

[@mikrichie6662]

I didnt know about this tragedy in Stephen's life. That is very heavy and unfortunate. Stepping up to take care of his mother, that's depth. He's got a huge family out here now, watching, listening, laughing with him. Not out of sympathy, we have always watched Colbert, but because he takes the worst of world news and people...and makes it hilarious. That's talent ! Most of us ease up after listening to the Colbert spin. lol. Love this guy. Always wishing him the best.

[@DaveGIS123]

I knew nothing about this. Mr. Colbert, you have my deepest respect. God bless.

[@howielong2835]

I like him even more now, thank you for sharing that.

[@babybooma8929]

He is absolutely A-Mazing!!! Uour shows never grow old and when I need to laugh, your notifications are right on time. Thank you for sharing your talents.

[@donaldtrumpwithasmallloano8666]

What an absolutely fantastic host. Thank you for sharing his story, it was really great!

[@phyllisdevries5734]

I Love You Stephen Colbert! This little more information of you just makes me love you more. I can easily understand your pain because I've experienced that same pain and thank you for sharing your happiness and joy with the world and with me

[@dollydagger4306]

♥️I totally love Stephen Colbert more than ever.♥️

[@A358M]

omg i did not know he had such devistating loss in his life. I've always loved his kindness.

[@Aliciaek]

We love Stephen, he is so natural...he is so much fun to watch his programs...Stephen we love you

[@allabouttheafc6031]

I'm so glad of the success Stephen Colbert has created for himself. I only started watching him 2 years ago and I have continued to do so because of how much of a great and loveable character he is.

[@vb4377]

Who would thumbs down this video? The man is a legend 💜

[@kaiberoo]

He's great, i love HIS show

[@VuNguyen-mh4oo]

I applaud and respect such a man. He makes me laugh

[@terrycreagh5003]

A true man of faith! Imitate him.

[@jucavinanli]

Terry Creagh Yeah more like a hypocrite! A devout catholic, and I’ll bet he supports abortion as do all of his commie sheep followers, I have no doubt!🤮

[@mohammedalmaamari6361]

Our prayers and hearts with you Stephen Colbert. You are great and GOD brought you up. Let us learn our lessons as human being from the miserable lives of The Prophets of GOD and how they overcame adversities and turn those adversities into positive and constructive ways and made people believe in the message they were preaching. Every one is tested in life , only great ones pass. " Have the people supposed that they will be left alone to say, “We believe,” without being put to the test?".

[@kaisarimkuu3685]

I always buy internet bundles in my phone so that I don't miss Stephen Colbert show. The title of this video got my heartbeats up. I thought something horrible has happened to him yesterday or this morning.

[@DBills-fs4ol]

Thank you Stephen for all the laughter. God bless

[@JayTee2985]

One of the best comedian/late night talk show hosts ever.

[@samshort4314]

Ja Tr sssss

[@missdrgirlfriend]

Wtf, Nicki. The title of this video made me think *he* passed away. 😑

[@specialone678]

Me too

[@huaweimate8330]

是啊。。我也以為。。有点乱讲。。

[@KillJoy_Since2017]

DrGyalfren Same

[@KPrimeau1]

If not for the date, I wouldn't've thought he was still alive. Jus' sayin...

[@scuzzy2223]

Me too

[@goodgollymisspolly5163]

I had no idea. Events can certainly define us, such as his hidden name. So insightful. Wonder man.

[@daggerstreetwear]

a profound level of respect for this man.

[@nertoni]

I am a huge fan and I didn't knew his story - he is a fighter. Thanks for sharing!

[@stretch4960]

Totally feel him. Miss my dad and two brothers every day. I have their memories deep in my heart and despite all in my life no one can take those away from me.

[@nancylavalley633]

I never miss his show. I tape them every night to make sure I don’t miss one.

[@margritkaminsky1470]

Colbert's life experiences show in his views, his compassion, his kindness, even on his jokes. Suffering can make a person more complete, more mature, more understanding of other's suffering. I can see some of the same shining through in Trevor Noah's show.

[@Prayalone515]

Steves the best. We need him.

[@samueliam745]

he is an idiot and so are you.

[@dontaylor7315]

ALERT: There's a troll in the thread. It's looking for attention. Who's going to be the first to be suckered into feeding it?

[@samueliam745]

@@dontaylor7315 it appears you were, don taylor.

[@samueliam745]

@b carbhilarious! you are soooo witty!

[@dontaylor7315]

Gadema515 I agree we need Steve and he's one of my favorites but best? Dunno - sometimes Samantha Bee and Trevor Noah edge him out of the top spot on my personal list. It might be because they're not hampered by being employed by corporate media, it appears at times that Colbert's style is crimped by that.

[@teonnaweakfall1606]

Love Stephen 💙 Colbert show

[@DerdiedasBlue]

This is probably the one explanation for returning to religion that I find completely understandable.

[@MsKimLorraine]

I can relate. Hit me about 7 years after losing my dad and my brother. I didn’t know what to feel at the time it all happened. I’m still healing and it has been almost 30 years.

[@debadev2179]

What a honour I hope my children know they are the light of my life

[@DBZFan2]

after all the trump jokes he made, i am glad his pathetic old man and brothers were killed!! thank god that plane crashed!!! LMFAO!!!

[@dontaylor7315]

ALERT: There's a troll in the thread. It's looking for attention. Who's going to be the first to be suckered into feeding it?

[@debadev2179]

Don Taylor it’s so hard not to such a disgusting thing to say I will not feed the troll I will not

[@dontaylor7315]

@@debadev2179 Lol I know I know. Been there too many times not to know how it feels!

[@DBZFan2]

@@leahwangui5029 leftists are the epitome of misery!!

[@jamiecobb2479]

I 💕❤️💕❤️💕Stephen, how inspirational! Thank you for posting this video.

[@1959aak]

There's a kind of grief that lives inside you with such deep roots that there's no letting go of it.

[@luciannadean9854]

In spite of you heartache.your lost and the pain you felt loosing your Dad & your Brothers. You did not give up. You hold on. Even though you want to give up on God. God did not give up on you. He kept you. He was right there with you. You inspired me thank you. You are. Loved.❤❤❤🙏🙏

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

Really lovely man and he seems so engaging, entertaining, and a love, openness, and huge acceptance for everyone....♥️ So sorry about his dad and brother so unfortunate I’ve had my struggles to with deep sadness and grief. 🌸⛅️🕊

[@bird271828]

...and I watch Stephen's show every night. He manages to put a smile on me, despite Trump's depressing attitude and behavior.

[@harleytank]

The only thing keeping his show going is their focus on Trump 24/7 it's an obsession. It's called riding coattails! What will they do when they don't have Trump. Let me guess it'll be time to retire!! LMFAO. basically all these demon Rat libtard pedophile lovers can thank Trump for their shows. Cuz They probably wouldn't even exist if it wasn't for him!! TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME.

[@jazzyjaz9108]

This one made me cry. I'm very close to my parents and I cannot imagine losing them one day, I hate thinking about

[@LFortune]

This insight into Stephen Colbert's life make me adore him even more.

[@damien4452]

I love Stephen Colbert's show. He is hilarious! I couldn't imagine growing up without my Father and two older brothers. I actually find Mr. Colbert's story to be pretty inspiring. Suffering such a huge loss like that and still keeps moving forward. I have a new found respect for Stephen Colbert.

[@ScrapPalletMan]

The title should be *Beauty for Ashes* the amazing hope and inspiration of Stephen Colbert

[@sharonspaghetti815]

Yes...youre right

[@margiedaniels489]

I appreciate him...I REALLY DO!

[@perlatakehana2556]

You are a very loving son! And I like your show!

[@JillFaucherRoss]

The greatest of comedians always seem to go through the worst things in life... they're always the most sensitive and intelligent.

[@javierharth3647]

Dear Stephen, you have a beautiful family. I was able to recognize you in the photo. Great photo by the way. I truly enjoy your shows. You're the best host to the Late Show. Mind you, I was watching it when Johnny Carson was host. A while back!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@buttherflys]

This was touching! What an awesome son to help his mother through something so horrible! Your mother was a beautiful woman and it’s go great your relationship with her was so good. I’m sure you brought her happiness even though her life was forever changed by so much loss. My condolences. I know how heart breaking it is to lose a wonderful mother.

[@marynoellias9256]

I love this, I really admire Stephen Colbert. 💜

[@4Jinz]

*oh stephen, honey no!* you making me *cry* I never knew that. What a *strong and optimistic* guy. 🖤

[@tinas1642]

I love Colbert!

[@AurioDK]

I love Colbert, my favorite talk show host. Never had a family so it´s hard for me to relate to loss on that level, conjured an imaginary family with whom I am quite satisfied and they will only die the day I am kicking up daisies.

[@Californiadreamin715]

You are an amazing man in many ways. I know your parents and brothers are watching over you from heaven and that you will be reunited again with them someday and it will be for eternity. God bless you always! ❤️✝️

[@vickiecarnes8372]

Steven Colbert is my absolute favorite comedian. I love the late show. He’s so smart and funny. His personality shines thru and somehow you know he’s very genuine and he’s not just acting. I believe hes truly a decent person. So sad that he had to deal with such losses as young kid but that’s probably why he’s not let fame go to his head and is still just a regular person who just happens to be a very talented famous person. I love him. He makes laugh when I feel down and knowing he’s had hard times gives hope that even tho u may be going thru something horrific, life goes on and you can keep going and it does get better.

[@abba3629]

Best Human Being..., Best Comedian 👍

[@vladhardware5642]

Stephen, Oliver, Conan top three comics on late shows, and exactly in that order. Nobody can beat Stephen. I'm predicting Globe, Emmy and every other goddamn award this year.

[@adrianamanjarrez1435]

king Colbert we luv you

[@alexandracordero6838]

I personally don't know Colbert, but in watching his show almost every night, I kindda feel like I do know him. I hope to one day be able to go to his show. Meeting him would be the cherry on top... Or not getting kicked out because of my incessant and inappropriately loud applause would also work 😅. Saludos desde Costa Rica 😘🇨🇷

[@Alfalfa_Male]

I love Stephen. I feel like he is a part of my life, even if I've never spoken to him.

[@jokerswildio]

I now see Stephen Colbert in a totally new and more respectful light.

[@tureadumonceau1897]

I just love Stephen!

[@tonygould1846]

I have serious respect for this guy

[@yolandagonzales2675]

I think everything we go threw in life are lessons to be learn. Like that old saying goes what doesn’t kill you, make you stronger. And for that today you are a very strong man!!! that made you the kind of man you are today. Kind, helpful, honest, with integrity dignity , respect and values morals. And now this man with that big heart, that hurts and bleeds just like the rest of us, a good descent, giving caring man, that’s what all your heartbreaking, lessons taught you. God bless you!!!

[@debadev2179]

The great thing about love. When the person dies you can still always feel the love they had for you. And you for them

[@missybarbour6885]

Watching late night comedy shows was one of the few things my dad and I did together. My senior year of High School, I lost my dad to cancer just after The Late Show relaunched with Colbert. For several months after he died, I knew I'd get through the day because at 11;35 I'd be able to laugh.

[@playdough..]

I cried. God I love this man

[@Tiogadon]

Stephen Colbert is a national treasure.

[@RolfSAMA]

No wonder he's such a funny guy. It literally helped him survive. I'm even more of a fan knowing that.

[@marymotherofgod4861]

I love Steve so sorry he s had a sad horrible past God bless him n his fam I’m a mega fam

[@A300Bowl]

Nice job, Nicki! I often watch The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and I thoroughly enjoy it. I even record it. But, that does not give me the background story. Thank you for sharing it!

[@kershamartin7353]

I love Steven Covert. May God bless you 🙏

[@dnomyar129]

Thank you Steve Corbet for sharing you special story of your loss. I can empathise with you. God Bless !!!

[@kittykittyhawaii]

God bless you! Your a true beacon to us all

[@poppinpatty2507]

You go Steve! Way to overcome adversity and make something of yourself, you are the man! Stephen Cole bear is the perfect mix of hilarious and integrity.

[@NicklenDimeChicano]

Oh man giving a speech for your mom on live tv has got to be one of the hardest things to do I probably couldn’t even be at work for a months after that happens colbert is the man i always checkout his monologues on here

[@lorinking972]

Have always admired Mr Colbert .God Bless you👃 ! Never have I been swayed by your views or🇺🇸 polictical stance because when it all boils down your true spirit and character shines brightly is this dark world that we call 🌎 Earth .We all lose when we lose the ability to process the reality and strive to come together.Keep the laughter coming you can't even say your name and not 😃 smile.

[@latinogott]

I love watching him. I never knew this. But now i like him more :)

[@ericsc28]

I have a new respect for him

[@michaelgaynor6866]

Eric C, Same.

[@MrMotionmac]

Good video and info. I'm glad I saw this because I didn't know this and I've been watching Stephen since Strangers With Candy.