‘Give a Standing Ovation For This Man’: Jack White Salutes Stephen Colbert After ‘Late Night’ Finale
Jack White has publicly praised Stephen Colbert following the finale of The Late Show, which aired on May 21. White expressed his belief that Colbert's show was unjustly canceled due to political censorship. He emphasized the importance of Colbert's contributions to comedy and truth-telling during his tenure.
- ▪Jack White raised a toast to Stephen Colbert after the finale of The Late Show.
- ▪Colbert's show was canceled amid accusations of political censorship, particularly related to his criticisms of Donald Trump.
- ▪Many public figures, including Bruce Springsteen and Senator Elizabeth Warren, have voiced their support for Colbert and criticized the cancellation.
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