'Their chemistry is magical': Stephen Colbert's 'First Drafts' segment with wife Evie leaves fans in awe
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY: Stephen Colbert, on the December 19 episode of 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' expressed his love for the holidays, highlighting the joy of families coming together to celebrate, share love, and gratitude.
Besides humorously mentioning the hope that their Secret Santa isn't the person from the mailroom who crafts unique but questionable gifts, he brought in a special guest, his wife, Evie McGee Colbert.
Colbert tags wife's 'presence as always a present'
Colbert playfully questions the nature of such homemade presents, referencing items like oven mitts and thick handkerchiefs, eventually correcting himself to potholders.
He emphasizes the importance of holiday cards in his segment 'First Drafts'.
But there was a catch! Colbert said, "I can't do this alone, so please welcome someone whose presence is always a present, my wonderful wife, Evie!"
In a brief Christmas conversation, Stephen Colbert offers cookies to his wife, Evie. They discuss the tradition of eggnog, and when asked if she indulges, Evie admits to not being a fan, citing "I don't do the nog so much; I might get a milk mustache. A nondog mustache."
Stephen playfully encouraged her honesty, then moved on to the segment, showcasing a holiday card that one might find in stores and contrasting it with the less impressive first draft that was never sold.
For instance, the original greeting card reads, "Many years ago, one light burned brighter than all others in the sky. A message of peace and love that endures to this day. Merry Christmas."
On the other hand, the First Draft card said, "Many years ago, one light burned brighter than all others in the sky... it was the last thing the dinosaurs saw. We never see our own extinction coming."
McGee and Stephen Colbert's travel plans
Thereafter, the couple's conversation revolves around travel plans to Charleston and the uncertainty of whether to fly or have the boys drive.
Evie mentions that the dog is sick, and Stephen jokingly inquires about the "word on the paw."
"We have a hunting dog who can't run for two weeks? Are we going to give him morphine?" Colbert asked as he learned that their dog couldn't run for two weeks.
Evie playfully suggests that morphine is just for Stephen, referencing a previous experience. The banter continues with Evie cheekily disclosing Colbert's interest in a specific nurse's story after receiving morphine.
The segment rolled on, with Colbert unveiling one amusing card after another, each one proving to be just as funny as the one before. The show then came to an end with the Colberts sharing a passionate kiss.
Internet reacts
The conversation ends with a light-hearted decision to keep moving on other cards, one after the other with quick-witted Christmas wishes with the Internet expressing admiration for the couple.
Some of the comments read: "Steve must be the greatest husband in the world. He treats Evie like a queen."
"Love how Evie throws those wild pitches that catch Stephen off guard and can't recover from ~ @ nurses and "morphine love."
"Evie is hysterical and she and Stephen make a wonderful couple."
"Eve slaying her husband for his nurse flirt, in the most gracious and sweet way."
"An appearance by Evie is such a great treat. Evie and Stephen’s chemistry together is magical. He really liked the morphine."
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