Stephen Colbert Extends 'Late Show' Hiatus for Second Week Following Appendix Surgery

CBS to Air Repeat Episodes as Colbert Continues Recovery; Return Date Remains Unclear

Stephen Colbert, host of CBS' 'The Late Show', has extended his hiatus for a second week as he recovers from appendix surgery.
The show, which had only returned in October after a five-month blackout due to the Hollywood writers’ strike, will air repeat episodes for the remainder of the week.
Guests that had been scheduled to appear on 'The Late Show' the week starting Dec. 4 include actress Sara Paulson, musician Jason Isbell, actor Mark Ruffalo, artists Daniel Caesar, Nicki Minaj and Sara Bareilles as well as former Rep. Liz Cheney.
Colbert had previously announced he had the medical procedure and was recovering at home, prompting the cancellation of the shows for the week after Thanksgiving.
It is unclear when Colbert will return to his famous TV desk; representatives for 'The Late Show' did not immediately respond Tuesday to requests for comment.