Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' to End in May 2026 After 11 Seasons on CBS
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Summary
Stephen Colbert announced in July 2025 that 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' will end after 11 seasons, with the final episode airing in May 2026. The network is ending the Late Show franchise on CBS entirely, and Colbert will not be replaced. The article covers details about the final show, Colbert's announcement, and the end of an era for late-night television on CBS.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledNext year will be our last season. The network will be ending the Late Show in May.
It's not just the end of our show, but it's the end of The Late Show on CBS. I'm not being replaced.
This is all just going away.
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