Tucked inside Manhattan’s legendary Ed Sullivan Theater, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been redefining late-night television since crashing onto the scene on September 8, 2015. Armed with sharp satire, frequent digs at Donald Trump, and Colbert’s signature bite, it quickly rose to stand shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. As the final act in CBS’ storied Late Show franchise, it built a legacy of its own—until now, as a twist has changed the fate of the fan favorite show.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is trending, but not for its signature zingers. A somber update from Colbert himself has left fans reeling and the internet buzzing.

On Thursday’s Late Show, Stephen Colbert revealed that CBS will end the show this May. While the crowd reacted with boos, Colbert kept his composure, acknowledging their disappointment and stating, “I’m not being replaced. This is all just going away.” He expressed deep gratitude to CBS, praised the 200 staff members behind the scenes, honored the band, and warmly thanked his global audience, calling the experience profoundly meaningful and personally unforgettable.

Stephen Colbert reflected on the joy and responsibility of leading The Late Show, calling it a fantastic job he has shared with viewers for nearly a decade. Grateful for the opportunity to create something special with his team every single day, he admitted he wishes someone else were taking over. Still, he is excited to continue the journey with his beloved crew for ten more months of unpredictable, hilarious chaos. US senator suggested CBS axed Colbert’s show over his criticism of Donald Trump.

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Senator Elizabeth Warren hinted Stephen Colbert’s show was canceled for political reasons—not just a network decision. 

Elizabeth Warren has raised serious concerns over CBS's decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, suggesting it may have been politically motivated. In a pointed X post, Warren highlighted the timing, just three days after Colbert criticized Paramount Global’s $16 million settlement with Donald Trump. The deal, tied to a 60 Minutes segment featuring Kamala Harris, was quietly made public on July 1. Warren wrote, “America deserves to know if his show was canceled for political reasons.”

Returning from vacation, Stephen Colbert opened his monologue with a blunt, “I am offended,” before joking that only a $16 million payout could possibly restore his trust in Paramount. He went on to describe the company’s recent settlement with Donald Trump as a “big fat bribe.” Fans now speculate that, just as Jason Bateman faced backlash over his comments for Trump supporters, The Late Show may be ending for political reasons. Colbert’s farewell, sharp and unsparing, left fans reeling and questioning what truly led to the show’s sudden end.

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