The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is set to conclude its run this Thursday.
The program, which Colbert has hosted since taking over from David Letterman, has spanned nearly 11 years on CBS. The ending comes not on Colbert’s terms but marks the close of a period noted for thoughtful and irreverent commentary on current events.
Stephen Colbert hosted the final episode of The Late Show on CBS on May 21, 2026, at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. The program ended after CBS announced its cancellation last summer for financial reasons. Paul McCartney appeared as the last guest.
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Stephen Colbert ended his run as host of CBS' The Late Show on Thursday with a star-studded finale that featured Paul McCartney and an elaborate black hole storyline. The hour-long episode ran 17 minutes over its usual time and included tributes from past late-night hosts.
Foo Fighters appeared as musical guests on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, performing 'Window' and 'Caught in the Echo.' Frontman Dave Grohl discussed the band's origins after Nirvana, their new album Your Favorite Toy, and advice for his daughter Violet Grohl. The performance aired last night.
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Saturday Night Live concluded its 51st season this past week. Former cast member Will Ferrell returned to host the finale for the sixth time.
CBS concluded its long-running sitcom The Neighborhood on Monday with a heartfelt series finale. The episode featured a double wedding and major life changes for the main families. Showrunners Mike Schiff and Bill Martin shared insights on the creative decisions behind the ending.