Stephen Colbert's Explosive Appendix Scare: A Star-Studded Recovery
Stephen Colbert returned to "The Late Show" and shared the story of his sudden hospitalization due to a ruptured appendix. Despite being in severe pain, Colbert continued taping two shows before finally agreeing to go to the hospital, thanks to the insistence of his wife, Evie Colbert. The audience cheered and chanted Evie's name when Colbert revealed that she was the one who convinced him to seek medical attention. Colbert had his appendix removed and has been recovering at home. He expressed gratitude to those who cared for him and sent well wishes during his time off.