The Colbert Report Season 6 Episode 23 Claire Danes

In this episode of The Colbert Report season 6, episode 23, the host, Stephen Colbert, welcomes actress Claire Danes. The two engage in witty banter about Danes' role on the hit Showtime series, Homeland. Colbert jokingly asks if her character, who suffers from bipolar disorder, could be considered "emo-terrorist chic" and Danes quips back with a remark about her character's "signature cry-face."

Danes discusses the challenges of portraying a character with a mental illness and the research she did to accurately depict the symptoms and behaviors associated with bipolar disorder. She also talks about the importance of continuing the conversation around mental health and erasing the stigma attached to seeking help.

Colbert transitions the conversation to Danes' early career, reminiscing about her breakout role in the teen drama series My So-Called Life. Danes recalls the excitement of being a young actress and the impact that the role had on her life and career.

The conversation takes a political turn as Colbert brings up Danes' recent involvement in Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign. Danes shares her admiration for Clinton and her belief in the former Secretary of State's ability to be an effective leader for the country.

The interview wraps up with a game of "Fill in the Blank" where Danes completes various political statements with humorous responses, including describing Donald Trump as "comb-over in chief" and envisioning a world where George W. Bush is a yoga instructor.

Throughout the episode, Colbert maintains his signature satirical persona, poking fun at political figures and current events while maintaining a playful rapport with his guest. The Claire Danes interview provides both comedic relief and insights into the life and career of a talented actress.