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Colbert's Late Show Ends: Trump Celebrates, Kimmel & Meyers Continue

1/31/2026

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Stephen Colbert announced The Late Show will air its series finale on May 21, 2026.
CBS ended the program after more than three decades for financial reasons, not performance.
U.S. President Donald Trump publicly celebrated the show's end, fueling rumors of political motivation.
Colbert will continue criticizing the current president.
Kimmel and Meyers have contract extensions, ensuring their shows continue during Trump's presidency.

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Stephen Colbert announced The Late Show will air its series finale on May 21, 2026.
CBS ended the program after more than three decades for financial reasons, not performance.
U.S. President Donald Trump publicly celebrated the show's end, fueling rumors of political motivation.
Colbert will continue criticizing the current president.
Kimmel and Meyers have contract extensions, ensuring their shows continue during Trump's presidency.