Stephen Colbert 'Late Show' Staying In New York City - David Letterman's 2015 Replacement Will Host CBS Show From Ed Sullivan Theater

CBS' The Late Show might be getting a new host Stephen Colbert come David Letterman's retirement in 2015, but one thing about the show definitely won't change: it's location. The new Late Show will remain in New York City at the Ed Sullivan Theater to continue its tradition of quality late night television from the city that never sleeps.

"We're thrilled to continue broadcasting CBS's Late Show from New York and call the Ed Sullivan Theater its home," CBS's CEO Leslie Moonves said this week in a statement. "David Letterman has graced this hall and city with comedy and entertainment that defined a generation. When Dave decides to pass the baton next year, we look forward to welcoming Stephen Colbert, one of the most innovative and respected forces on TV, to this storied television theater. I would also like to applaud Gov. Cuomo for all that he has done to keep New York a vibrant and attractive location for all forms of television production. We're excited to be here in late night for many years to come."

Meanwhile, Governor Andrew Cuomo released his own statement about the exciting news, and explaining that Colbert's new show will help NYC remain an international influence on the entertainment world.

You can read the governor's statement HERE.

What do you think of this news? Colbert is most likely very happy considering he won't have to relocate to another city since his Comedy Central gig at The Colbert Report is also in NYC.

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(via Defamer/ The Hollywood Reporter)