CBS is ending ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' next year
In a shocking move, CBS is ending 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' next year, potentially exiting the late-night television business altogether.
www.cnn.comStephen Colbert’s final episode of The Late Show is scheduled for May 21, 2026. CBS announced the show would end in May 2026, with Colbert himself confirming the exact finale date in late January 2026. This marks the end of the current Late Show franchise after a long run since Colbert took over in 2015.
- What to expect: CBS has described the ending as a strategic decision tied to broader corporate plans; expect farewell episodes featuring notable guests and retrospectives on the show’s history.
- How to watch: The finale will be broadcast on CBS in the usual time slot, with common availability for streaming or on-demand platforms following the live airing.
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