Stephen Colbert returns to late-night television shortly after completing his final taping of “The Late Show.” NBC News reports that Colbert is back on TV one day after the last installment was recorded, indicating a quick transition following the end of his run. The Independent similarly states that Colbert returns to television one night after his farewell, aligning with the timeline that his final taping occurs immediately before his last scheduled appearance. Taken together, the reports describe Colbert’s immediate post-farewell return and emphasize that the change happens within a day, rather than after a longer break. Both outlets frame the news as a return to late-night programming with Colbert appearing again soon after the final “Late Show” recording, rather than detailing specific content of the next episode or any new hosting arrangements. No additional context beyond the timing of his return and the final taping is provided in the supplied text.