Stephen Colbert Ends ‘Late Show’ With “Normal,” Star-Studded Episode, Joking the Pope “Canceled”

The long-running CBS late night franchise came to an end with what the host called a "normal" broadcast, but the surreal, Easter egg-filled program was stuffed with bold-faced names, with one key exception.

Stephen Colbert makes surprise return to TV — and takes shots at CBS — with new hosting gig after “Late Show ”finale

The comedian quickly bounced back in a public access show that featured guest appearances from Jeff Daniels, Jack White, Eminem, and more.

Stephen Colbert Hosts Michigan Public Access TV Show Just 24 Hours After ‘Late Show’ Send-Off

"It’s been an excruciating 23 hours without being on TV, so I am grateful to be able to be here," the comedian said.

Stephen Colbert Hosts Michigan Public Access Hour After ‘Late Show’ Exit: ‘Been an Excruciating 23 Hours’ | Video

Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance on a Monroe County public access television station Friday with Jack White and Eminem.

Stephen Colbert Follows CBS Finale 24 Hours Later With Hilarious Hour of Michigan Public Access TV, Featuring Jack White, Jeff Daniels, Eminem, Steve Buscemi and Byron Allen

Just 24 hours after his CBS finale, Stephen Colbert did an hour of Michigan public access TV, with Jack White, Jeff Daniels and a Byron Allen FaceTime.

A record number of people watched Stephen Colbert "financial decision" his way off the air

Nobody’s going to claim that a one-off ratings bump driven by mourning TV viewers tuning in to see which stops Colbert pulled out as he charmingly burnt the whole thi