Strike Force 5 REUNION! Late-Night Hosts Swarm 'The Late Show' to Send Off Stephen Colbert

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Late-night television had a major crossover moment as members of the famous “Strike Force Five” podcast reunited on the set of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to help send off host Stephen Colbert in an emotional and star-studded farewell episode.

The surprise appearance brought together some of the biggest names in late-night comedy for a final celebration of Colbert’s run.

Who showed up for the reunion

The reunion reportedly included fellow late-night hosts:

• Jimmy Fallon

• Jimmy Kimmel

• Seth Meyers

• John Oliver

Together, the group famously created the “Strike Force Five” podcast during the 2023 writers’ strike as a way to stay connected and support their staff during production shutdowns.

A farewell filled with comedy and chaos

During the reunion segment, the hosts leaned into their familiar chemistry, with:

• Self-deprecating jokes about late-night TV life

• Friendly roasting of each other’s shows

• Reflections on the end of an era in network late-night television

• Surprise cameos and audience reactions

The tone mixed humor with genuine sentiment as they honored Colbert’s decade-long run.

Why the moment matters

The appearance was especially meaningful because:

• Stephen Colbert is closing a major chapter in late-night TV

• The group represents the modern “big five” of U.S. late-night hosts

• Their podcast originally symbolized unity during a difficult industry strike

• Fans see the reunion as a full-circle cultural moment

The legacy of “Strike Force Five”

What began as a strike-time podcast evolved into:

• A rare collaboration among rival networks

• Behind-the-scenes storytelling from late-night TV

• A fan-favorite look at the personalities behind the desks

• A symbol of solidarity in the entertainment industry

Bottom line

The surprise “Strike Force Five” reunion on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert brought together Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers, and John Oliver for a comedic and emotional farewell moment—marking the end of an era in late-night television.