The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to End in May 2026
The The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will officially come to an end in May 2026, according to the report from the Hollywood Reporter. The host, Stephen Colbert, took over the reins of the The Late Show from David Letterman in 2015. The news comes after a recent executive reshuffling at CBS, with the network promoting veteran producer Joe Ianniello to the position of CEO.
What's Next for Colbert?
Colbert's contract is up for renewal in August, and it's unclear what his plans are after The Late Show. The comedian turned talk show host rose to fame as a Daily Show correspondent and The Colbert Report on Comedy Central before making the jump to CBS.
End of an Era
Colbert's departure marks the end of an era for late-night comedy. His departure leaves a void among the ranks of late-night comedy hosts, with The Daily Show also set to bid farewell to its namesake host, Trevor Noah, in 2024.
