The search is over for David Letterman's Late Show successor.
After the long-standing host announced his plans to retire, CBS wasted no time in finding
his replacement — Stephen Colbert.
The host, writer, and executive producer of The Colbert Report has signed a five-year
deal and will take over for Letterman in 2015.
"Simply being a guest on David Letterman's show has been a highlight of my career," Colbert
said in a statement.
"I'm thrilled and grateful that CBS chose me.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to go grind a gap in my front teeth."
Do you think Colbert will make a good replacement for Letterman?
What will this mean for Comedy Central's late night lineup?
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