Stephen Colbert embodies Hollywood’s partisan self-destruction
Stephen Colbert's tenure on CBS's 'Late Show' is coming to an end, with the show set to be replaced by 'Comics Unleashed' on May 21. His approach to comedy, heavily focused on political satire, has drawn both praise and criticism, particularly for its partisan nature. Many viewers feel that Colbert's brand of humor has contributed to a divisive media landscape.
- ▪Colbert's 'Late Show' will conclude on May 21, 2026, after which it will be replaced by a cheaper alternative.
- ▪His comedic style shifted towards political satire, particularly targeting President Donald Trump, which initially boosted his ratings.
- ▪Critics argue that Colbert's focus on partisan issues has led to a lack of balance in his comedy, ignoring missteps by Democrats.
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Opinion Stephen Colbert embodies Hollywood’s partisan self-destruction By Christian Toto Published May 19, 2026, 3:01 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Jon Stewart helped crush CNN’s “Crossfire” in 2004, telling the hosts that their angry rhetoric was “hurting America.” Two decades later, Stewart’s protégé, Stephen Colbert, did just that with a combination of “fake news,” divisive monologues, and comic jabs at political enemies. Colbert’s “Late Show” signs off for good on CBS on May 21, to be replaced by a cheaper alternative — “Comics Unleashed.” The legacy media may be mourning Colbert’s exit, but many viewers see through the 62-year-old former Comedy Central star.
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