Stephen Colbert signs off one last time: ‘Hello, Goodbye’
Stephen Colbert signed off from The Late Show for the last time after 11 years, following CBS's decision to cancel the program. In his final episode, Colbert expressed gratitude to his viewers while humorously addressing the show's cancellation. The episode featured special guest Paul McCartney and included a skit with other late-night hosts in solidarity with Colbert.
- ▪Stephen Colbert hosted The Late Show for 11 years before its cancellation by CBS.
- ▪The final episode included a humorous segment about the show's cancellation and featured Paul McCartney as the last guest.
- ▪Colbert's departure reflects the challenges facing late-night television amid declining viewership.
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Late-night TV host Stephen Colbert signed off for the last time Thursday evening after 11 years at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. CBS announced the cancellation of the The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in July, citing it as a “financial decision.” Colbert used his final episode to thank his viewers, criticize his employer, and have a “regular episode.” Recommended Stories Spencer Pratt says his role model is Jesus Christ Jimmy Fallon mocks Trump-IRS settlement: ‘So he got immunity, no more audits, OMG’ Mamdani launches Twitch show to speak ‘directly’ with New Yorkers “We love doing this show for you, but what we really, really love is doing the show with you,” Colbert said during his opening remarks.
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