Overview

• Colbert received standing ovations and chants of “Stephen!” when he presented and later accepted the award, joking onstage about needing a job and handing his résumé to Harrison Ford.
• In his speech, Colbert thanked CBS and his team of about 200, paid tribute to his late assistant Amy Cole, and closed with a patriotic message referencing Prince.
• Backstage, he said he will savor the show’s remaining months and aims to “land this plane absolutely beautifully,” with no next project announced.
• The Primetime win followed a Creative Arts Emmy for director Jim Hoskinson, the franchise’s first Emmy after years of nominations.
• CBS announced in July that it would end The Late Show in May 2026, calling it a financial decision, while peers, unions and some lawmakers continue to question potential political and corporate influence tied to Paramount’s merger dealings.