Stephen Colbert & The Late Show Cancelled By CBS

After a successful run as a cornerstone of late-night television, CBS has announced the conclusion of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in May 2026. This decision marks the end of the “Late Show” franchise entirely, as confirmed by Stephen Colbert to his studio audience last week.

Colbert indicated that the upcoming year will serve as the show’s final season. While CBS cites “financial reasons” amid the evolving landscape of late-night programming, the news has garnered significant attention within the entertainment industry. The timing of the cancellation news and Colbert’s recent outspoken commentary has prompted widespread speculation and concern. Prominent figures, including members of the United States Senate and other Late Night Show hosts across other major networks, have publicly raised questions regarding the underlying motivations for the network’s decision, suggesting potential political implications. CBS, in response, has consistently maintained that the cancellation is “purely a financial decision,” asserting its independence from the show’s content, its performance, or any other affairs pertaining to Paramount.

The show’s departure signifies the close of a notable chapter in late-night broadcasting.

Stephen Colbert & The Late Show Cancelled By CBS  was originally published on praisedc.com