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Colbert and Kimmel Unite Amid Trump and Emmy Buzz

8/6/2025

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In a playful jab, Stephen Colbert called out Jimmy Kimmel while discussing President Trump's impact on the Smithsonian. Kimmel, showing his support for Colbert after CBS pulled The Late Show, even put up a billboard urging Emmy voters to back him. This camaraderie among late-night hosts shines a light on their unity during tough times.

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In a playful jab, Stephen Colbert called out Jimmy Kimmel while discussing President Trump's impact on the Smithsonian. Kimmel, showing his support for Colbert after CBS pulled The Late Show, even put up a billboard urging Emmy voters to back him. This camaraderie among late-night hosts shines a light on their unity during tough times.