The Late Show With Stephen Colbert: Sterling K. Brown, Pete Buttigieg (March 3-7, 2025)

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Stephen Colbert returns to the Ed Sullivan Theater next week with a characteristically eclectic mix of guests gracing “The Late Show” stage. From award-winning actors to political heavyweights and musical artists, the week ahead offers a blend of insightful conversation and late-night entertainment.

Monday, March 3rd, kicks off with actor Brian Tyree Henry, known for his roles in “Atlanta” and “If Beale Street Could Talk.” Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk will also drop in. And as a bonus, actress Laura Benanti makes a special appearance, bringing her comedic timing and Broadway flair to the mix.

Tuesday, March 4th, shifts gears to the political arena, with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg taking center stage as Colbert’s sole guest. Expect a lively discussion covering current events, policy issues, and perhaps a bit of Buttigieg’s signature wit.

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Wednesday, March 5th, welcomes CNN anchor and journalist Jake Tapper to the show. With his extensive experience covering politics and current affairs, Tapper is sure to provide some insightful commentary on the latest headlines. Musical guest Paris Paloma rounds out the evening with a performance.

Thursday, March 6th, features actor Sterling K. Brown, known for his roles in “This Is Us” and “Black Panther,” will be talking about the finale of his mind-bending new series “Paradise.” Also joining Colbert is entrepreneur and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman.

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“The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” airs Monday through Friday from 11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT on CBS and is also available to stream on Paramount+. As with any late-night show, guests are always subject to change, so checking your local listings is a good idea.

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