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CBS Cancels Colbert's Show Amid Financial Turmoil

8/4/2025

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In a shocking move, CBS has decided to cancel "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" by May 2026, citing financial struggles. This decision has sparked criticism from figures like David Letterman, who suggest deeper issues tied to a merger with Skydance and political influences. In a twist, Colbert will make a cameo as a fictional late-night host in CBS's "Elsbeth."

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In a shocking move, CBS has decided to cancel "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" by May 2026, citing financial struggles. This decision has sparked criticism from figures like David Letterman, who suggest deeper issues tied to a merger with Skydance and political influences. In a twist, Colbert will make a cameo as a fictional late-night host in CBS's "Elsbeth."