A bold take from one of Hollywood’s most outspoken actresses has gone viral this week — and it has everything to do with late-night host and political satirist Stephen Colbert.

In a recent interview on a popular entertainment podcast, award-winning actress Jenna Albright surprised fans and critics alike by saying she believes Colbert is “absolutely qualified” and “free to run for president if he wants to.”

“Stephen Colbert has more sense, integrity, and intelligence than half of Washington,” Albright said. “With how politics are going, why wouldn’t we consider someone like him?”

While the statement was partly tongue-in-cheek, it didn’t take long for social media to run wild. Within hours, the phrase “Colbert 2028?” began trending on X (formerly Twitter), with thousands debating the hypothetical scenario.

Colbert, best known for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and his razor-sharp political commentary, has not responded publicly to the buzz. However, fans were quick to point out that he’s already demonstrated the ability to inspire, inform, and entertain millions — all essential traits for a modern political figure.

This isn’t the first time Colbert’s name has been tossed into political conversations. Back in 2007, he famously announced a satirical campaign for president on The Colbert Report, gaining real support before eventually bowing out. Now, nearly two decades later, some are wondering — could fiction turn to fact?

While political insiders are skeptical, others argue that in an era where celebrities-turned-politicians are nothing new, Colbert might actually resonate with disillusioned voters craving wit, wisdom, and relatability.

As Albright concluded in her interview:

“The bar is on the floor. We might as well raise it with someone who can think on their feet and speak truth to power.”

Whether it’s just another viral moment or the beginning of a much bigger conversation, one thing is clear: Stephen Colbert still knows how to dominate a headline — even when he’s not trying.