The Long Farewell to Stephen Colbert Is Finally Over; Now We Can Laugh at the Grave Mourning of His Loss
Stephen Colbert's departure from 'The Late Show' has finally occurred after a lengthy farewell process. The cancellation, attributed to significant financial losses for CBS, has sparked various narratives, including claims of political retribution from President Trump. As the late-night landscape shifts, some fans may transition to other shows, but the overall impact of Colbert's exit remains a topic of debate.
- ▪Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' was canceled due to financial losses estimated between $40-50 million annually for CBS.
- ▪Media narratives have suggested that Colbert's departure was a result of political pressure from President Trump, despite evidence pointing to business decisions.
- ▪The cancellation has led to discussions about the state of late-night television and the influence of political commentary on comedy.
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The Long Farewell to Stephen Colbert Is Finally Over; Now We Can Laugh at the Grave Mourning of His Loss By Brad Slager | 2:14 PM on May 22, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Townhall Media Thursday evening finally saw the arrival of Stephen Colbert’s departure, an event that began to feel like the ever-distant horizon never being reached. Since the announcement last summer of the cancellation of “The Late Show” by CBS executives, it has been a long slog of guests paying tribute and of media commemorations. One would think this was Patrick Mahomes being drafted and sent off to war in Iran.
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