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<p>Stephen Colbert is a renowned <a href="/biography/stephen-colbert">comedian</a>, television host, and writer. He gained widespread recognition for hosting Comedy Central’s satirical news show <i>The Colbert Report</i>.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p>Stephen Colbert was born on May 13, 1964, in Washington, D.C., and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. The youngest of 11 children, he faced a major childhood tragedy in 1974 when his father and two older brothers died in a plane crash. This profound loss deeply influenced Colbert’s early life, leading him to find solace in reading, especially science fiction and fantasy literature. </p>

<p>Colbert developed an early interest in performance and appeared in several school plays while attending Porter-Gaud School. Initially enrolling at Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia to study philosophy, he later transferred to Northwestern University, where he discovered a passion for theater and comedy, eventually earning a degree in performance studies.</p>

<h2>Comedy Career and Rise to Fame</h2>

<p>After graduating from Northwestern in 1986, Colbert moved to Chicago and began working with The Second City, a leading improv comedy troupe. This experience was instrumental in sharpening his comedic skills and networking with future collaborators such as <a href="/biography/steve-carell">Steve Carell</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy_Sedaris">Amy Sedaris</a>.</p>

<p>Colbert’s career breakthrough came in 1997 when he joined <i>The Daily Show</i> on Comedy Central. His sharp wit and deadpan delivery quickly made him a standout correspondent. In 2005, Colbert launched his own satirical news program, <i>The Colbert Report</i>, playing a fictional conservative pundit. The show became a critical and commercial success, earning multiple Emmy Awards and establishing him as one of the leading voices in political comedy.</p>

<h2>The Late Show and Continued Influence</h2>

<p>In April 2014, following <a href="/biography/david-letterman">David Letterman</a>’s announcement of his retirement, CBS named Stephen Colbert as the new host of <i>The Late Show</i>. He officially took over in September 2015. Transitioning from his fictional persona to his real-life self, Colbert widened his reach, blending comedy with in-depth political commentary and celebrity interviews, keeping the show timely and culturally relevant.</p>

<p>In August 2019, Colbert responded on <i>The Late Show</i> and via Twitter to controversial remarks made by acting U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Cuccinelli">Director</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Cuccinelli">Ken Cuccinelli</a> about the Statue of Liberty poem. Colbert offered a satirical response in line with his show's tone, reflecting his continued engagement with current social and political issues.</p>

<h2>Net Worth and Accolades</h2>

<p>Stephen Colbert has accrued significant success throughout his career. As of recent estimates, his net worth is over $75 million, stemming from television contracts, book deals, and appearances. He has received numerous honors, including multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, and was named one of TIME magazine’s 100 most influential people.</p>

<h2>Marriage and Family Life</h2>

<p>Colbert has been married to Evelyn McGee-Colbert since 1993. Evelyn, an actress and producer, appeared alongside him in the cult comedy film <i>Strangers with Candy</i> as his character's mother. The couple has three children together and maintains a relatively private family life. Evelyn is known for establishing clear boundaries at home, including encouraging Colbert to keep his work separate from his personal life.</p>

<p>Before marrying Evelyn, Colbert had a long-term relationship with a woman named Ann, though it ended prior to his eventual marriage.</p>

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