The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to End on May 21: Colbert Expresses Disappointment Over Show's Cancellation
Stephen Colbert has revealed that the final episode of "The Late Show" will air on Thursday, May 21. The announcement was made on "Late Night With Seth Meyers." The decision to end the long-running program was due to financial reasons, with CBS announcing the show's complete shutdown last July. Colbert expressed his disappointment over a settlement between President Trump and Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS, which he referred to as a "big fat bribe." Despite the show's cancellation, Colbert assured viewers that he will not be replaced and that the show will be coming to an end. The news of the show's cancellation was met with shock and disappointment from the audience during the taping. CBS clarified that the decision to end the show was not related to its performance or content.