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Stephen Colbert, born on May 13, 1964, is an American comedian, writer, and television host. He became widely recognized for his role on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" from 1997 to 2005, where he gained acclaim for his satirical news reporting. more Stephen Colbert, born on May 13, 1964, is an American comedian, writer, and television host. He became widely recognized for his role on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" from 1997 to 2005, where he gained acclaim for his satirical news reporting. In 2005, Colbert launched "The Colbert Report," a parody of personality-driven political opinion shows, which earned him several Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award in 2008. Since 2015, he has hosted "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" on CBS, continuing his blend of comedy and political commentary. Colbert's sharp wit and unique comedic style have made him a distinctive voice in American television. less

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"I don't trust books. They're all fact, no heart."
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"You can’t laugh and be afraid at the same time."
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"If our Founding Fathers wanted us to care about the rest of the world, they wouldn’t have declared their independence from it."
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"Reality has a well-known liberal bias."
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"The more you know, the sadder you get."
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"Cynicism masquerades as wisdom, but it is the farthest thing from it."
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"I am America, and so can you."
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