In an episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert“, the talk show host wasted no time capturing the attention of the viewers. After a week-long break, Colbert dove right into the story that has been gripping the nation – Travis Kelce‘s sighting with none other than Taylor Swift during the Chiefs’ bye week in Argentina.
Colbert, who proudly declared himself a “Swiffer” – a devoted fan of Taylor Swift, was thrilled about the news. He even playfully referred to himself as a “WetJet,” showcasing his undying support for the pop icon. During Taylor’s concert in Argentina, she changed the lyrics of one of her songs to pay tribute to Travis Kelce. However, Colbert couldn’t help but point out that Taylor got the lyric wrong – it wasn’t “Karma” but rather “Kelce” who is the guy on the Chiefs.
Colbert reminded his audience that this isn’t the first time a pop icon has altered lyrics to honor an NFL boyfriend. He humorously mentioned how Celine Dion changed the lyrics to her iconic song “My Heart Will Go On” to honor Gronk, and the audience seemed to enjoy the reference.
Shifting gears, Colbert shared the news that South Carolina Senator Tim Scott has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race. Despite the loss, Scott claimed he was called to run by the Lord and had high hopes for 2028. Colbert amusingly questioned whether the Lord called him to run just to witness his defeat, drawing laughs from the audience.
The late-night host couldn’t resist poking fun at the abruptness of Senator Scott’s decision, noting that even his own staff had no warning and learned of his departure only through the television announcement. Colbert joked about canceling “The Late Show’s” “Hot Fudge Mondays,” which prompted a playful threat from one of his colleagues.
In true Colbert fashion, he then delved into the realm of politics, mentioning Donald Trump’s recent appearance on Univision, the channel he wants to deport, and his plans for revenge on political opponents. Trump’s controversial remarks on capital punishment for drug dealers provoked Colbert’s witty commentary. The host playfully likened Trump’s question about the death penalty to an awkward proposition of a lifetime commitment.
Colbert also mentioned Trump’s speech at a Veterans Day rally, where he pledged to root out “communists, Marxists, fascists, and radical left thugs.” Drawing parallels to historical figures, Colbert humorously pointed out Trump’s use of the term “vermin” brought back chilling memories of Hitler and Mussolini.
The talk show host then segued into a revelation from an upcoming book about Trump, stating that in exchange for Kim Kardashian leveraging her celebrity connections to visit the White House, Trump wanted her to persuade football stars to meet him as well. Colbert seized the opportunity to humorously applaud the football players’ decision to decline the offer.
Switching gears again, Colbert lightened the atmosphere by sharing amusing stories from Italy. He shared news of a lion escaping the circus and roaming the streets of a seaside town. Putting on an Italian accent, Colbert hilariously imagined the surprised reactions of Italians as they encountered the unexpected sight of a lion.
The episode didn’t end there as Colbert highlighted an unearthed clip from a Bulgarian talk show featuring Mike Johnson, a Speaker of the House and apparent Stephen Colbert look-alike. Johnson admitted to monitoring his and his son’s porn intake through an app called “Covenant Eyes.” Colbert couldn’t resist adding his signature witty commentary, jesting about the potential consequences of partnering up to defeat porn.
In true late-night talk show fashion, Colbert concluded the episode by teasing the upcoming guest, Barbra Streisand, promising an entertaining and star-studded show.
So, if you’re a fan of the chat show or simply enjoy amusing anecdotes about celebrities and politics, this episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” was certainly packed with lively content that kept viewers engaged from start to finish.
