Stephen Colbert signs off: Late Show comes to a joyful end

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert closed Thursday with a 77‑minute finale packed with celebrity cameos and a musical send‑off led by Paul McCartney.

Stephen Colbert says farewell to "The Late Show": "We were lucky enough to be here for the last 11 years"

Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.

The most striking moments from Stephen Colbert's last show

Colbert's last episode on "The Late Show" featured celebrity cameos, shots fired at CBS, and a Paul McCartney-sung farewell song.

‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' Finale Recap

Stephen Colbert is saying goodbye to The Late Show after over ten years and more than 1,800 episodes. The comedian kicked off the show with an earnest piece to camera (and the audience). "This show… I want you to know this show has been a joy for us to do for you.

Stephen Colbert Ends ‘Late Show’ With “Normal,” Star-Studded Episode, Joking the Pope “Canceled”

The long-running CBS late night franchise came to an end with what the host called a "normal" broadcast, but the surreal, Easter egg-filled program was stuffed with bold-faced names, with one key exception.

Stephen Colbert takes his final bow, then vanishes into a green wormhole

What happened in Stephen Colbert’s final "Late Night" episode: Paul McCartney, Jon Stewart, Elvis Costello and a giant green wormhole.

Stephen Colbert Went Out His Way: Through a Wormhole

Colbert was joined by famous friends, fellow hosts and special guests like Paul McCartney for the finale of “The Late Show.”

How Stephen Colbert Said Goodbye During The Late Show 's Last Episode

Find out how Stephen Colbert signed off when The Late Show aired its final episode ever on May 21 after 33 years on TV. CBS confirmed in July 2025 that the series would be ending.

One last ‘Late Show’ for Stephen Colbert

In July, Stephen Colbert looked directly into the camera and announced that his 11th season of “The Late Show” would be his last — bringing an end to the show’s 33-year run. After hosting more than 1,

Final photo of The Late Show staff highlights how many people lost jobs

How many people said goodbye to the late show last week? The pic is heartbreaking.
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Colbert ends 'Late Show' run amid political and industry debate

Final curtain call: Stephen Colbert hosts his last *Late Show* episode tonight, ending an era of political satire and celebrity interviews. Controversial cancellation: CBS says the decision was financial, but critics link it to Colbert’s criticism of a ...