Instagram/Stephen Colbert Celebrity Stephen Colbert accepts the Walter Bernstein Award, using his speech to criticize Paramount and draw parallels between Hollywood's blacklist era and modern c... March 9, 2026 AceShowbiz - Stephen Colbert was honored with the prestigious Walter Bernstein Award at the 2026 Writers Guild Awards, where he used his acceptance speech to deliver pointed criticism of his parent network, Paramount. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate creativity, courage, and a commitment to confronting social injustice despite adversity.