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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is an American late-night talk and comedy program that premiered on CBS in 2015 with Stephen Colbert as host. It succeeded the network's Late Show with David Letterman and combines a topical opening monologue, comedy segments, celebrity interviews, and musical performances. The program became particularly associated with political satire and coverage of United States public affairs while competing in the established network late-night time slot.
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When did The Late Show with Stephen Colbert start, and whose place did he take?
Stephen Colbert became host on September 8, 2015, on CBS, succeeding David Letterman. It was the second host era of CBS's Late Show franchise ([CBS](https://www.cbs.com/shows/the-late-show-with-stephen-colbert/about/)).
Where was The Late Show with Stephen Colbert filmed?
The program was taped at New York's historic Ed Sullivan Theater. CBS identifies the theater as the show's home venue ([CBS](https://www.cbs.com/shows/the-late-show-with-stephen-colbert/about/)).
What happens in a typical episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert?
The format combines a topical opening monologue, comedy pieces, and interviews with people from politics, entertainment, business, music, and technology. CBS also lists a house band and bandleader as part of the program ([CBS](https://www.cbs.com/shows/the-late-show-with-stephen-colbert/about/)).
How does The Late Show with Stephen Colbert relate to The Colbert Report?
Both shows are hosted by Stephen Colbert, but The Colbert Report was a Comedy Central news satire built around a character, while The Late Show is a CBS network talk show with guests and a monologue. Colbert's 2015 move marked his shift to hosting as himself ([CBS News](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/late-show-with-stephen-colbert-debut-tuesday-night-on-cbs/)).
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