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Stephen Colbert Announces He Will Not Attend White House Correspondents' Dinner
Stephen Colbert, host of CBS's 'The Late Show,' stated he will skip the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner set for Saturday. He cited a preference to avoid Washington, D.C., when possible. The event gathers journalists, politicians, and celebrities to support journalism scholarships.
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Stephen Colbert, host of CBS's 'The Late Show,' announced he will not attend the White House Correspondents' Association dinner scheduled for Saturday in Washington, D.C. He explained his decision by stating a preference to avoid the city as often as possible. The announcement raised a question about why others plan to attend the event.
The White House Correspondents' Association dinner is an annual gathering organized by the association. It typically takes place in Washington, D.C., and includes journalists, politicians, and celebrities. The event features comedic performances and speeches. Proceeds from the dinner support journalism scholarships.
has hosted 'The Late Show' on CBS since 2015.
He previously held roles in comedy and satire programming. The dinner occurs amid ongoing media and political gatherings. No further details on Colbert's schedule or alternative plans were provided in the announcement.
