Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon Celebrate Late Night’s Return: ‘It’s Been a Long Time’

Late-night television has made a triumphant return to our screens, and hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jimmy Fallon couldn’t be happier. After a five-month hiatus brought on by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike, these beloved hosts are back with a vengeance, eager to entertain their dedicated viewers once more.

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The strike, which began on May 2, was a challenging time for both the hosts and their writing teams. It was a period filled with uncertainty, negotiations, and a hiatus from the laughter and humor we’ve come to associate with late-night television. But on October 2, the strike came to an end, and the hosts wasted no time in expressing their joy at being back on the air.

Stephen Colbert: The Return to the Ed Sullivan Theatre

TONIGHT: @StephenAtHome is back with a brand new LATE SHOW. What’d we miss?#Colbert pic.twitter.com/CTnvwU40hk

— The Late Show (@colbertlateshow) October 3, 2023

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Stephen Colbert, the witty host of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” couldn’t hide his enthusiasm as he addressed his audience on that fateful evening. His monologue, his first since May 1, was met with applause and laughter as he began, “It feels good to be back.” Colbert was quick to acknowledge the support of his viewers during the strike, even humorously mentioning that after a few months, his wife, Evie, refused to keep chanting his name.

The strike, however, wasn’t without its silver linings. Colbert noted that the new contract negotiated during the strike included protections from A.I., cost of living increases, and better pay for streaming. Additionally, he quipped that the picket lines had given his writers a dose of fresh air and sunshine, much to their dismay. But now, they are safely back in their “joke holes,” doing what they do best: making Colbert’s prompter screen full of witty and humorous material.

After 148 days on the open sea, our captain returns to shore just in time to host The Late Show. 🐬#Colbert pic.twitter.com/xI2XKDAq1D

— The Late Show (@colbertlateshow) October 3, 2023

“It’s been a long time since our last ‘Late Show,'” Colbert added with a hint of nostalgia. He joked, “We looked at the calendar today, and check my math on this, I believe we have been off the air for 154 indictments.” He acknowledged the eventful summer but wisely decided not to recap everything, saying, “Obviously it would be stupid to recap everything that happened over the last five months.”

Seth Meyers: Gratitude and a Mega “A Closer Look” Segment

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Over on “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” the host expressed his deep gratitude for the support and patience he received during the strike. Meyers didn’t take his show for granted, especially after being away for so long. He thanked the WGA negotiating committee and guild leadership for their tireless efforts in securing a fair deal for all writers.

Meyers, known for his signature “A Closer Look” segment, decided to spend an hour without guests on his return episode. Instead, he conducted a mega edition of the popular segment, providing his unique take on the events of the past five months.

He also expressed his happiness at being back with his writers, although he humorously admitted that their abundance of opinions became apparent by lunchtime. He extended his thanks to his fellow late-night hosts, who provided support during the strike. In a lighthearted moment, Meyers shared Jimmy Kimmel’s suggestion of a podcast titled “Strike Force Five.”

Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon: The Celebration Continues

While specific excerpts from Jimmy Kimmel’s and Jimmy Fallon’s monologues were not provided, it’s safe to assume that they, too, celebrated the end of the strike and the return to their regular programming. Their respective shows, “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” undoubtedly delivered the humor and entertainment their audiences have missed.

Returning guests on the first night back included Matthew McConaughey and John Mayer on “The Tonight Show,” Arnold Schwarzenegger and musical guest Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” and Neil deGrasse Tyson with a musical performance by bandleader Louis Cato on “The Late Show.”

In addition to these late-night shows, HBO’s “Real Time with Bill Maher” made its return on Friday, and “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” returned on Sunday. Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” with an unannounced guest host, is set to make its comeback on October 16.

As the late-night hosts and their shows celebrate the end of the strike, they express their gratitude for the support they received during the hiatus. The strike was a challenging time for the television industry, but with the dedication and resilience of writers, hosts, and crews, late-night television is back, ready to make us laugh, think, and enjoy the moments that make us stay up late.

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