Two Shows, One Special Night
Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert joined forces on Tuesday in a special crossover between Jimmy Kimmel Live! y The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The collaboration included live segments from New York, linking the Brooklyn Academy of Music, where Kimmel is filming for the week, with the Ed Sullivan Theater, Colbert’s home stage.
Kimmel Reflects on His Temporary Suspension
Kimmel used the occasion to speak publicly for the first time about the temporary suspension of his program. He described the moment network executives informed him of the decision as an “emotional rollercoaster,” recalling how his staff and live audience were still preparing for the show in Los Angeles when the news broke.
The show’s suspension generated public debate over free speech and the relationship between politics and media. Kimmel later returned to his program, stating that his comments were never meant to make light of a sensitive event, while thanking viewers for their support during the controversy.
Colbert on the End of The Late Show
Meanwhile, Colbert reflected on learning that his show will officially conclude in May, citing financial decisions made by the network. He recounted the challenge of informing his audience in person, admitting that he stumbled while delivering the announcement after nearly a decade of hosting.
A Shared Farewell and Tribute to Friendship
The special broadcast highlighted the camaraderie among late-night hosts. Cameos from fellow entertainers and a final toast with Kimmel’s sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez added a celebratory tone to the night.
This crossover not only offered a unique moment in late-night history but also served as a symbolic gesture of solidarity and mutual respect between two of the genre’s most recognizable figures.
