When is The Last Episode of ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’?
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is set to air its final episode on May 21, 2026. The decision to end the show was made in July 2025 due to financial considerations amid challenges in late-night television. Colbert's last week will feature notable guests and performances, including appearances by Jon Stewart and Bruce Springsteen.
- ▪The last episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will air on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
- ▪Paramount decided to end the show due to financial reasons and challenges in the late-night landscape.
- ▪Colbert's final week will include appearances from famous guests like Jon Stewart and Steven Spielberg.
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