The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026
Published: 7/18/2025
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026, CBS announces"
CBS revealed that the long-running talk show will end next year due to financial reasons, not performance-related issues. The decision was made following a settlement between CBS parent company Paramount and Donald Trump, furthering speculation about the show's cancellation motives. Stephen Colbert, a vocal critic of Trump, expressed gratitude to the audience as he disclosed the news during a taping session.
