Stephen Colbert Ends ‘Late Show’ With Emotional Paris Moment

Stephen Colbert ended Friday night’s “The Late Show” with an emotional show of support for Paris following the terrorist attacks.

“Folks, we end tonight’s show with a heavy heart because we taped all of tonight’s show, and then we found out about the horrific attacks in Paris today,” he said. “I know not much is known right now. We do know there have been many deaths and the crisis is still ongoing.”

Adding, “President Hollande has declared a state of emergency, and President Obama has promised that the United States will do whatever it takes to bring those terrorists to justice.”

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The late night host took a long pause and appeared to be holding back tears as he concluded his message with a heavy heart.

“We have our thoughts and prayers with everyone in Paris,” he continued, before looking away from the camera, adding, “Goodnight.”

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As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, Paris suffered a deadly terrorist attack on Friday night which claimed the lives of at least 127 people according to French President Francois Hollande, and left more than 200 injured, many critically.

— Erin O’Sullivan