Stephen Colbert ends ‘The Late Show’ after 11 years
Stephen Colbert has canceled CBS’s “The Late Show” after 11 years, ending the series that started with David Letterman.
Stephen Colbert’s late-night reign may have expired, but a Ben & Jerry’s pint made in his image will live on forever.
Those who were worried that the Burlington, Vermont-based ice cream company would discontinue Americane Dream following this latest cancellation may have breathed a sigh of relief as the popular ice cream flavor is “not going anywhere.”
Ben & Jerry’s said in a June 1 statement to USA TODAY: “Stephen’s Americane Dream flavor, a perennial fan favorite among Ben & Jerry’s top 10 flavors, isn’t going anywhere. We like to say, ‘The (Americane) dream continues.'”
Although there are no plans to remove American Dream from store shelves, Ben & Jerry’s is updating its packaging to reflect Colbert’s withdrawal. Instead of wearing a suit and tie in the image, Colbert is dressed more casually in the new photo.
In addition to the photo update, the background and references to the “Late Show” host were also removed from the new pint.
Ben & Jerry’s paid tribute on social media on May 20, saying, “Thank you @colbertlateshow for the sweet memories. We’ll think of you every time we follow the caramel swirl to the chocolate-covered waffle cone.” “From our Stars and Stripes Pint in 2007 to our brand new look today, we’ve been proud to partner with Stephen for 19 years, and we’ll continue to do so with 19 more Top 10 flavors!”
What is the American Dream?
Launched on Valentine’s Day 2007, Americane Dream has been a staple in the frozen aisles of grocery stores across the country for nearly 20 years, and will remain so for the foreseeable future.
The flavor description reads, “Made in a fudge-covered waffle cone, this caramel-swirled concoction gets screaming approval from Stephen Colbert.” You can also buy a dairy-free version of the vanilla-flavored frozen dessert.
Ben & Jerry’s added that “proceeds will continue to support philanthropic efforts through the Stephen Colbert Americane Dream Fund.”
