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Stephen Colbert Joins Star Trek: Starfleet Academy as the Voice of the Digital Dean

The late-night host signals a broader pivot ahead of his May 2026 exit from The Late Show.

Overview

  • Colbert revealed the role in a pre-recorded video shown during the series panel at New York Comic Con.
  • Paramount+ set a January 15, 2026 debut, launching with two episodes before weekly releases through a March 12 finale.
  • He will portray the academy’s Digital Dean of Students, a voice role delivering in-universe announcements.
  • The cast features Holly Hunter as the academy’s chancellor, with Tig Notaro and Paul Giamatti in supporting roles.
  • Colbert’s move follows a recent Elsbeth cameo and comes as he prepares to end The Late Show in May 2026, with outlets also reporting a Season 2 renewal.