Steve Burnsknows he’s pulling at the internet’s — and one particular late-night host’s — heartstrings.
TheBlues Cluesstar,47, befriendedStephen Colbertwhile appearing onThe Late ShowThursday. The host got choked up about Burns’viral video to millennials, released in honor of the children’s show’s 25th anniversary.
After playing the clip — in which the Nick Jr. alum addressed his “abrupt” departure from the series in 2002, celebrated the accomplishments of his now-adult audience in the years since he left, and touchingly told viewers he “never forgot” them — Colbert, 57, got emotional.
Calling in from the side stage, Burns asked, “Are you sure about that, Stephen?”
Steve Burns.The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
The audience applauded, and Colbert asked Burns — who the host insisted he was “not emotionally invested in” — what he was doing there.
“I mean if you need one, or whatever,” Colbert sheepishly said, and the two men embraced.
As the in-studio audience cheered for the new friendship, the late-night host had a surprise to share.
Steve Burns inBlues Clues.nickelodeon
Reaching behind his desk, he pulled out a signature blue paw print from Burns and Blue’s mystery-solving adventures.
Stepping back into character with the same wholesome wonder that defined his hosting style from 1996 to 2002, Burns pretended to be shocked and congratulated Colbert.
“Wow, great job, Stephen, let’s go tell Blue!” he exclaimed, and the two ran off stage.
When news of Dela Cruz’s casting was announced, the original host said he was elated for the actor.
source: people.com
