Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Colbert's Show to End, Late-Night Stars Unite in Special Episode
Stephen Colbert's late-night show is ending, which brought together other famous hosts for a special show.
CBS said it was for money reasons, but some people think it was because of politics and Donald Trump.
Trump said he was glad the show was ending.
The show made fun of Trump and the situation, with guests like Jon Stewart and Seth Meyers also participating.
This comes amid a possible merger of CBS's parent company with a company connected to Trump.
Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' is ending in May 2026, according to CBS.
The show's cancellation brought together late-night hosts for a special episode.
Donald Trump commented on Truth Social, claiming he was happy about the show's cancellation.
CBS cited financial reasons for the cancellation, but Colbert and others questioned the decision.
The episode featured satire and direct criticism towards Trump and the perceived political motivations.
- Who
- Stephen Colbert, along with other late-night hosts like Jon Stewart, Jimmy Fallon, and Seth Meyers.
- What
- Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' is ending and featured a reunion of late-night hosts.
- When
- The show is ending in May 2026.
- Where
- On 'The Late Show' stage.
- Why
- CBS says the reason is financial, but others suspect political motivations.
Critics' View
CBS's View
Cause of Cancellation
Critics' View
The cancellation was politically motivated due to criticism of Trump.
CBS's View
The cancellation was a purely financial decision by CBS.
- Show Ending Date
- May 2026
- Network
- CBS
- Former Host
- Stephen Colbert
- Notable Guests
- Jon Stewart, Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Anderson Cooper
- Parent Company
- Paramount Global