Jon Stewart surprises Stephen Colbert with celebrity guest, gift on ‘The Late Show’
Colbert was joined by his former Comedy Channel colleague.
Liam Carter 
It was an unforgettable Tuesday on The Late Show as Stephen Colbert took a backseat, letting a familiar face take the lead. In his final week at the helm of the program, Colbert was surprised by his close friend and former Comedy Central colleague, Jon Stewart.
A Gift to Remember
The reunion took a humorous turn when Colbert questioned Stewart on the nuances of leaving late-night television. Stewart didn't show up empty-handed; he arrived with a pair of electric-lift recliners specifically designed to assist with standing after a marathon television binge.
"Oh, are you gonna enjoy watching ‘Matlock’ in this motherf---er!" Stewart quipped, before adding, "Stephen, get ready for the ride of your f---ing life."
Adding a Musical Touch
Stewart wasn't finished with his grand gesture. He insisted that the tribute needed to match the joy Colbert has provided his friends and the entire country as a premier entertainer. To elevate the moment, Stewart introduced Grammy-winning artist Andra Day—a personal favorite of Colbert's.
As Day delivered a powerful performance of "Rise Up," both Colbert and Stewart found themselves lifted to their feet by their new high-tech chairs, capping off a heartwarming and hilarious television moment reported by 205focus.com.
