Stephen Colbert's The Late Show celebrated a landmark victory at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards by winning Outstanding Talk Series for the first time. Climbing the stage, Colbert expressed gratitude towards CBS for allowing them to be part of the late-night tapestry, hoping it continues well beyond their era.

In his spirited speech, Colbert applauded the over 200 staff members who make the show thrive, affectionately dubbing them 'the pros from Dover.' He extended thanks to his supportive circle over the past two decades, not forgetting to credit his wife, Evie McGee Colbert, as 'the real brains of the outfit,' along with their three children.

The accolades took a heartfelt turn as Colbert dedicated the award to his parents, in-laws, and late assistant Amy Cole, emphasizing the void left by her absence.

Reflecting on a conversation with filmmaker Spike Jonze, Colbert shared his ambition of creating a talk show about love, which evolved into a show about loss—a sentiment closely tied to love as one truly appreciates something when faced with its potential loss.

Ending on an emotional high, Colbert declared, 'I have never loved my country more desperately,' urging resilience and a touch of humor with a nod to a Prince lyric, which brought the audience to their feet.