On a recent episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, host Stephen Colbert celebrated the upcoming Father’s Day by showcasing some hilarious first drafts of Father’s Day cards. Joining him on stage was his beautiful wife Evie Colbert, who delighted the audience with her presence.
The segment kicked off with a heartwarming card that read, “To my hero, role model, and best friend, I love you, Dad.” However, Colbert revealed that the first draft of the card contained a surprising twist, mentioning none other than Jake from State Farm. Clearly, the first draft missed the mark, but it did spark an interesting discussion about whether Jake from State Farm is actually a father.
Colbert then turned the focus to Evie, asking her about the Father’s Day cards their children have given him in the past. Evie shared that her favorite gifts are the heartfelt notes that their kids make for him, such as coupons for activities like fishing. It’s these simple gestures that truly touch Colbert’s heart.
As the segment continued, Colbert and Evie explored more hilarious first drafts of Father’s Day cards. One card, perfect for Pride Month, originally read, “On Father’s Day, I feel so lucky because I have two great dads.” However, the first draft had a clever twist, stating, “On Father’s Day, I feel so lucky because I can cover you both with one card. I saved like $4.95!” Colbert jokingly added that every dad should have their own card, a sentiment Evie supported with a playful comment about discussing it with the pope.
Adding to the laughter, Colbert showcased a card that read, “Happy Father’s Day, master builder. I’ll never let go of your heart.” But the first draft had a more comical twist, saying, “Happy Father’s Day, master builder. I swallowed a couple of bricks. Let’s go to the hospital!” This led to a discussion about whether their kids had ever swallowed anything that required a trip to the emergency room. Surprisingly, their children had never encountered such an event, much to their relief.
Throughout the segment, Evie’s love and support for Colbert shone through. In a heartfelt moment, she expressed her gratitude for him being there for her during a difficult time after the recent passing of her father. Colbert reciprocated the sentiment, acknowledging that Evie’s father had been a great influence in his life. With a mutual understanding, the couple moved on, continuing the light-hearted banter and jokes that make their relationship so special.
Closing out the segment was one final card that tugged at heartstrings. It simply said, “You’re always there for me, Dad. I love you very much.” However, the first draft took a hilarious turn, stating, “You’re always there for me, Dad. I hit someone with my car. Will you help me bury them in the woods?” The crowd erupted in laughter, and Evie playfully apologized for the unexpected twist.
As the segment came to an end, Colbert thanked Evie for joining him and making Father’s Day even more special. With their playful dynamic and genuine love for each other, it’s clear that Colbert and Evie share a strong bond that extends beyond the talk show stage.
So, as Father’s Day approaches, take a moment to celebrate the dads in your life with thoughtful gifts and heartfelt cards. And remember, even the first drafts can bring laughter and joy to the occasion, just like Stephen Colbert‘s hilarious segment on The Late Show.
