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.

See Stephen Colbert Give The Middle Finger After Hugging A CBS News Anchor On His Last Day

As the Slate podcast host introduces John Dickerson as “formerly of CBS News,” the longtime anchor removed his tie, much to the delight of the audience, as well as Stephen Colbert. The Late Show host jumped up to hug Dickerson and then turned toward the crowd shooting the middle finger up, seemingly to the leadership at Paramount Skydance.

Stephen Colbert Shares Whether A 2028 Presidential Run Is In The Cards

“ Late Show ” host Stephen Colbert just gave his two cents on whether he’ll run for president in 2028. When asked about a presidential bid during Slate’s “Political Gabfest” 20th anniversary show, Colbert, 61, initially quipped that he “absolutely” shouldn’t give it a go.
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