Stephen Colbert Supports Jimmy Kimmel at Emmys in Rare Public Appearance Against Trump
Stephen Colbert has lent his support to fellow late-night host Jimmy Kimmel in a recent push for Emmy votes, despite Colbert’s own show, The Late Show, being among the nominees. Colbert, who concluded his tenure on The Late Show this past May, released a video on a social media platform encouraging fans to vote for Kimmel’s program, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, in the Outstanding Variety Series category.
In the video, Colbert humorously acknowledged the impending deadline for Emmy voting, remarking that many might not have cast their votes yet. He then specifically highlighted the Outstanding Variety Series category, declaring it essential for fans to participate, thus emphasizing the significance of the awards within the entertainment industry.
Colbert pointed out that, despite some complexities in the current Emmy voting system, Kimmel has made a remarkable contribution to late-night television that warrants recognition. He asserted that Kimmel, regardless of viewers’ familiarity with his show, is deserving of an Emmy accolade. Colbert’s video included a light-hearted moment where he showcased a picture of Kimmel, cheekily affirming Kimmel’s appeal.
Aside from supporting Kimmel, Colbert’s own show has received nine nominations—marking a peak in achievement for his lengthy tenure in the late-night space. In what appeared to be a reciprocal gesture of camaraderie, this support echoes Kimmel’s prior backing of Colbert during the latter’s Emmy race last year, amidst CBS’s decision to cancel The Late Show—a choice many observers have speculated stems from political pressures emanating from the Trump administration. Kimmel himself had previously displayed solidarity by promoting Colbert through a billboard during that Emmy voting period.
The award nominations this year showcase a competitive landscape, primarily filled with shows that have garnered substantial acclaim, such as Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and Saturday Night Live, among others. Notably, this year’s voting process is designed to evaluate nominees on an individual basis, simplifying the path to recognition.
Colbert’s ongoing contributions to late-night television were further underscored when he accepted the Television Critics Association’s Career Achievement Award recently, a prestigious recognition granted to only a select few in the industry, including legends such as Johnny Carson and David Letterman.
As this year’s Emmy Awards approach, the community of late-night television proves again to be one of mutual support and shared aspirations.
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