‘The Late Show’ Canceled For Second Week As Stephen Colbert Recovers From Surgery

“The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” has been canceled for a second week after the CBS host on Monday stated he’s nonetheless recovering after having surgical procedure for a ruptured appendix final month.

“I’m listening to my doctors and continuing to rest and heal. Thank you for all your well wishes and I’ll see you soon,” reads a be aware posted on the present’s Threads account signed by Colbert.

Colbert had beforehand introduced he had the medical process and was recovering at dwelling, prompting the cancellation of the reveals for the week after Thanksgiving.

“I’m sure you’re thinking, ‘Turkey overdose, Steve? Gravy boat capsize?’ Actually, I’m recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix,” he wrote on Nov. 27. “Going forward, all emails to my appendix will be handled by my pancreas.”

The newest episode of the present aired on Nov. 22.

Guests that had been scheduled to look on “The Late Show” the week beginning Dec. 4 embody actress Sara Paulson, musician Jason Isbell, actor Mark Ruffalo, artists Daniel Caesar, Nicki Minaj and Sara Bareilles in addition to former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.).

The community will now present reruns of previous “Late Show” episodes through the time slot.