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Colbert Bids Farewell After 11 Years; Trump Cheers Exit

5/25/2026

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Stephen Colbert signed off from CBS’s The Late Show, ending his broadcast at the Ed Sullivan Theater.
Fans traveled from across the United States and abroad and waited in rain on Thursday.
Paramount said budget concerns ended the 33-year franchise while it seeks Trump administration approval for a media merger.
President Donald Trump posted “Thank goodness he’s finally gone,” prompting Colbert to thank the audience and note his 11-year run.

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Stephen Colbert signed off from CBS’s The Late Show, ending his broadcast at the Ed Sullivan Theater.
Fans traveled from across the United States and abroad and waited in rain on Thursday.
Paramount said budget concerns ended the 33-year franchise while it seeks Trump administration approval for a media merger.
President Donald Trump posted “Thank goodness he’s finally gone,” prompting Colbert to thank the audience and note his 11-year run.