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5 reasons why we're excited Stephen Colbert is hosting the Emmys

September 15, 2017 at 11:27 AM

The 2017 Emmy Awards are nearly upon us and we’re jazzed because the hilarious Stephen Colbert will be emceeing this year’s ceremony. We picked out five reasons why we’re excited the talented host of The Late Show will be the host of the Emmy Awards.

Among the reasons why we’re excited are his plans to conspire with Stranger Things star Bobby Millie Brown, his desire to die on Game of Thrones, the fact that he’s happy to surprise you with an unplanned Jon Stewart drop-in, and that he’s always willing to make a few pointed political jokes.

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