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Stephen Colbert received a massive standing ovation at the 2025 Emmys just months after his show's cancellation was announced. The Late Show host won Outstanding Talk Series and emotionally thanked CBS for the opportunity. Colbert delivered a moving speech about appreciating things before they're gone, tying it to his love for America. His cancellation came shortly after criticizing Paramount's $16 million settlement with Donald Trump.

Key Points: Stephen Colbert Emmys Win Standing Ovation After Show Cancellation

  • Colbert thanked CBS despite recent cancellation of his long-running show
  • Audience gave emotional standing ovation chanting his name repeatedly
  • Show won Outstanding Talk Series beating Daily Show and Kimmel
  • Colbert delivered powerful patriotic message about loving America
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Stephen Colbert receives standing ovation for Emmys 2025 Win after talk show cancellation

Stephen Colbert receives emotional standing ovation at Emmys 2025 after Late Show cancellation, thanking CBS and delivering powerful patriotic message in acceptance speech.

"Sometimes you only truly know how much you love something when you get a sense that you might be losing it - Stephen Colbert"

Los Angeles, September 15

Nearly two months after it's cancellation, 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' took home the Emmy for outstanding talk series.

On Sunday night (local time) audience at the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles rose to its feet when Colbert hit the stage, chanting, "Stephen! Stephen! Stephen!", People reported.

In his acceptance speech, Colbert thanked the studio despite his show's cancellation.

"I want to thank CBS for giving us the privilege to be part of the late night tradition, which I hope continues long after we're no longer doing the show," Colbert said.

"Personally I want to thank my beautiful, brilliant wife Evelyn [McGee-Colbert] who's the real brains of the outfit, and my three children -- Madeline, Peter and John," he continued.

Later he added, "Sometimes you only truly know how much you love something when you get a sense that you might be losing it. In September of 2025, my friends, I have never loved my country more desperately. God bless America. Stay strong, be brave and if the elevator tries to bring you down, go crazy and punch a higher floor!"

Also nominated in the category were The Daily Show and Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Announcing his show's cancellation on the July 17 episode of his show, Colbert, 61, said, "Before we start the show, I want you to know something that I found out just last night. Next year will be our last season. The network will be ending the Late Show in May."

The announcement came after Colbert criticized Paramount, the parent company of CBS, during his July 14 episode for its USD 16 million settlement with President Donald Trump on July 3.

- ANI

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Priya S
His final speech gave me goosebumps! "Sometimes you only truly know how much you love something when you get a sense that you might be losing it" - so profound. Will miss his intelligent humor.
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Michael C
Corporate censorship at its finest. They cancelled him because he called out their $16M settlement with Trump. CBS/Paramount should be ashamed.
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Anjali F
As an Indian viewer who watched his show on YouTube, I'll really miss his political commentary. He made American politics understandable for international audiences. Hope he starts a podcast!
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Sarah B
Respect for thanking the network that cancelled him. That takes real grace and professionalism. Not many would do that.
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Vikram M
While I admire his courage, sometimes his political bias was too strong. Good comedy should punch both sides equally. Still, ending on an Emmy win is legendary! 🏆
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Kavya N
That "punch a higher floor" line is going to be quoted for years! What a perfect way to sign off. End of an era in late night television.

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