Stephen Colbert alters pre-taped “Late Show” opening after learning of Charlie Kirk's death: 'Abhorrent action of a madman'

"I hope that it's obvious to everyone in America that political violence does not solve any of our political differences," Colbert said.

Stephen Colbert Says Political Violence Only Leads to More Political Violence

Stephen Colbert was the only late-night-show host to address the death of Turning Point USA founder and right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk on his September 10 broadcast. The CBS Late Show host opened the episode with a seated aside ahead of the pretaped monologue.

Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert Denounce “Political Violence” And Offer Condolences To The Late Charlie Kirk’s Loved Ones

Late night comedians Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert issued statements condemning political violence after conservative pundit Charlie Kirk was killed during a public appearance.
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