Here are the latest publicly available notes on Stephen Colbert and The Late Show from YouTube and major outlets:
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Stephen Colbert addressed the cancellation of The Late Show in a July 2025 YouTube clip, marking his first show after CBS announced the program’s end. The clip and surrounding coverage suggest CBS intended to sunset the Late Show franchise as a financial decision, with Colbert acknowledging the news on air. This aligns with reporting that the final episodes would air in 2026 and that Colbert planned next steps beyond The Late Show.[2][4]
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CBS News and other outlets have tracked ongoing coverage of Colbert’s post-announcement activities, including reflections on the decision, responses from colleagues, and discussions about potential future projects. YouTube and CBS News pages often feature updates and clips from Colbert’s post-announcement appearances and interviews.[3][4][2]
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A link from early 2026 shows a final-stage recap and commentary about Colbert’s tenure and the show’s ending, including reactions to the cancellation and prospective plans for Colbert after The Late Show ends.[7]
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