Stephen Colbert has been chosen to host the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards!

The ceremony is set to be broadcast live Sept. 17 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS, home of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.”

This will be Colbert’s first major awards-show gig!

 

“We’re excited to kick off the new season and celebrate the top achievements in television with Stephen Colbert as host of the Primetime Emmys,” said Jack Sussman, executive vice president, specials, music and live events, CBS Entertainment. “Stephen is the ultimate master of ceremonies with award-winning creative talents, and as we’ve seen the past few months, he has a fearless passion for live television. We look forward to honoring television’s best while entertaining audiences with the creative energy and sharp comedy of Stephen Colbert.”

 

The nominations for the 2017 Primetime Emmys will be announced July 13!

 

Any guesses yet on who will be a nominee??

 

-The Pepper & Dylan Show

 

 

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