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CBS confirmed the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, ending its 11-year run by May 2026, citing financial pressures amid the Paramount–Skydance merger. This decision sparked debate regarding potential political influences, while highlighting the broader decline of traditional late-night programming in an evolving media landscape focused on streaming content.

CBS Confirms Cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

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July 18, 2025

CBS confirmed the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, ending its 11-year run by May 2026, citing financial pressures amid the Paramount–Skydance merger. This decision sparked debate regarding potential political…