During a recent episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Stephen and his wife Evie celebrated Easter by taking a hilarious look at some Easter card first drafts. The segment, called First Drafts, showcased the not-so-perfect initial attempts at creating Easter cards that didn’t quite make the cut.
Evie joined Stephen on stage, looking stunning in a springtime dress, as they dove into the world of Easter card mishaps. Stephen started by presenting a sweet card meant for a little boy. The final version read, “To my son, happy Easter. I hope it’s excellent.” However, the first draft hilariously replaced the sentiment with, “To my son, happy Easter. Eggs are too expensive, so this year we’re hiding used 9V batteries.” Definitely not the kind of Easter surprise any child would want!
As the couple shared a laugh, they reminisced about their own Easter traditions. Evie mentioned that they usually dye eggs but hadn’t done so this year due to the lack of children around. Despite the absence of kids, Evie sent them Easter baskets, not realizing that the children needed to be present for the Easter Bunny to find their treats.
But it wasn’t just the kids who were the focus of these first drafts. Stephen and Evie also shared a few adult-oriented cards. One read, “How do you make Easter eggs with a lot of love?” A sweet sentiment, indeed. However, the first draft took a risqué turn, suggesting the need for a “hot chicken” and an incredibly “horny rabbit” to make the eggs. The audience couldn’t help but chuckle at the unexpected and amusing twist.
The segment continued with more quirky and slightly dark first drafts. One card started innocently with “A tiscuit, a tasket. Here’s your Easter basket,” only to reveal the original line, “A tiscuit, a tasket. I bought you a casket. I know that seems intense, but you can never be too prepared. We are all born astride a grave.” Stephen and Evie bantered about their own burial preferences, with Evie opting for cremation while Stephen lightheartedly suggested a casket to ensure a more dramatic and mournful farewell.
Throughout the segment, Stephen and Evie‘s playful interaction and genuine chemistry kept the audience engaged. The audience’s enthusiastic response confirmed that everyone loves witnessing these first drafts and seeing the power of editing turn them into the warm, funny, and heartfelt cards we find in stores.
As the segment came to an end, Stephen and Evie presented the final card, which provided a classic Easter sentiment, “Easter has come and he has returned to us. May you feel his love this day.” However, the first draft whimsically announced, “Easter has come and he has returned to us. All new tracker tonight on CBS 87 central.” The clever play on words added a humorous touch to the otherwise traditional Easter wishes.
As the show concluded, Stephen and Evie bid their audience farewell, promising to return with Senator Elizabeth Warren. The episode showcased the couple’s ability to blend humor, warmth, and a hint of cheekiness while celebrating the joyous occasion of Easter. With their delightful banter and amusing commentary on first drafts, Stephen and Evie proved yet again why “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” continues to be a beloved talk show for audiences everywhere.
