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Although it might seem like good form for someone who has just landed a sweet new gig to kowtow a smidgen to their predecessor, soon-to-be 'Late Show' host Stephen Colbert doesn't need to force such emotions when it comes to current host David Letterman, because, man, does he really love the comedian and his show.

CBS made the announcement, via Twitter that Stephen Colbert will take over as host of the 'Late Show' when David Letterman retires

Last week saw Dave Letterman shaking up the late-night landscape with the announcement of his imminent retirement, which as since led to all manner of speculation on a replacement, but the impact has already gone further down the pop culture rabbit hole. Watch 'The Simpsons' pay tribute to the retiring 'Late Show' leader with last night's couch gag from "Luca$"!

During a taping of tonight's 'Late Show', host David Letterman announced to a shocked studio audience that he would be retiring in 2015 after his latest contract ends.

The laughs just keep on coming, thanks to the indiscretions of Toronto Mayor Rob Ford.

Good news David Letterman fans! The host of the 'Late Show' has signed a new deal to keep him on through 2015.

'Saturday Night Live' will feature a much different cast this next season compared to what we've been used to the past few years.

This 'Late Show' Top Ten List won't make you want to claw your eyes out, like yesterday's Geraldo Rivera Twitter pic did.

Jeff Daniels probably could have been a better ambassador for Michigan. See if you agree.

Dave asked Lindsay Lohan a lot of questions about rehab, and her answers prove that she could be a politician. Well, if it weren't for those pesky background checks.

Joan Rivers is in hot water for a Holocaust joke she make at the Oscars. Then, Letterman's audience booed when she took a stab at Adele about her weight.

In an interview that aired last night on Oprah's OWN TV network, David Letterman spoke about his sex scandal, its effects on his marriage, Jay Leno, depression and more.