Stephen Colbert ends The Late Show with famous faces, a fake pope and a singalong
Stephen Colbert concluded The Late Show after 11 seasons with a memorable final episode. The show featured a faux pope, a farewell from Paul McCartney, and a singalong with notable guests. Colbert's departure was marked by humor and reflections on the show's legacy in late-night television.
- ▪The final episode aired after 11 seasons of The Late Show.
- ▪Colbert was joined by Paul McCartney for a singalong of the Beatles' song Hello, Goodbye.
- ▪Former host David Letterman criticized CBS for canceling the show, calling it cowardice.
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