Stephen Colbert’s long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void
Summary
Stephen Colbert is ending his 11-year run as host of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." The show was known for its frequent criticism of President Donald Trump, and some believe the show’s cancellation was influenced by political pressure.Key Facts
- Stephen Colbert started hosting "The Late Show" in 2015 and often criticized Donald Trump and his policies.
- Trump called Colbert a “dead man walking” because of the show's critical tone.
- The show is ending in May 2026, after 11 years on air.
- CBS said the cancellation was for economic reasons.
- Colbert and others doubt the cancellation was only about money and suggest political motives connected to Trump’s criticism.
- Trump criticized the show and celebrated its cancellation.
- CBS’s parent company settled a $16 million lawsuit with Trump over a “60 Minutes” interview during the deal approval process with the Trump administration.
- Experts think the show's cancellation may be remembered as a political decision and example of government influence on media.
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