Why ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Could Finally Win an Emmy

Is “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” Finally Poised for Emmy Glory?

After being canceled, “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” is now garnering attention as a potential Emmy favorite, with 33 nominations under its belt since its debut in 2015. Despite its impressive track record, the show has yet to secure a win, making it the second most-nominated show without a Primetime Emmy victory, trailing only “Better Call Saul.”

The recent controversy surrounding CBS’ decision to cancel the show for financial reasons has sparked a rallying cry for Emmy voters to finally recognize Colbert’s long-running talk show. With the show nominated in the outstanding talk series category, which is decided by the entire Television Academy membership, there is hope for a breakthrough victory.

Competing against last year’s winner “The Daily Show” and ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” Colbert’s exit from the late-night stage and the backlash over the show’s cancellation could sway voters in his favor. This underdog narrative, combined with Colbert’s existing 10 Emmys, including wins for “The Colbert Report” and his election night special, may finally lead to a well-deserved moment of glory for “The Late Show.”

For years, Colbert’s show has been overshadowed by the likes of “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver” and “The Daily Show,” but with a clearer path to victory this year, the odds are in his favor. The legacy of “The Late Show,” previously hosted by David Letterman, who enjoyed multiple Emmy wins during his tenure, is now in the hands of Colbert as he bids farewell to the late-night stage.

As Emmy voters prepare to cast their ballots, the question remains: Will they finally give “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” the recognition it deserves for its contribution to the political comedy landscape of the past decade? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Colbert and his show are not going down without a fight.