2025 lookback: CBS pulls plug on Stephen Colbert's liberal late-night show, shocking media industry

The entertainment industry was stunned when CBS announced in July that the liberal-leaning "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" would end in 2026.

Stephen Colbert gives the middle finger after hugging CBS Evening's John Dickerson on his final day as anchor

During Slate's Political Gabfest event on Thursday, Dec. 18, the Late Show host, 61, is seen making a strong statement as he celebrated fellow CBS employee John Dickerson, whose last day at CBS News was yesterday.

Stephen Colbert Weighs In on Possible 2028 Presidential Run

I understand why you'd want me to," the ‘Late Show’ host said when asked about running for president in the upcoming election.
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