‘He made us laugh and he never flinched’: America says goodbye to the Late Show and Stephen Colbert
Summary
Stephen Colbert’s Late Show ended after more than 1,800 episodes due to cancellation by CBS, which the network said was for financial reasons. Many people, including celebrities and politicians, paid tribute to Colbert, noting his mix of humor and serious commentary, especially his criticism of President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- Stephen Colbert’s Late Show first aired in 1993 and ended after its final episode on Thursday.
- CBS cancelled the show last year, citing financial challenges and a decline in late-night advertising.
- Colbert often criticized President Donald Trump on his show.
- The cancellation sparked criticism from figures like David Letterman and former President Joe Biden.
- Celebrities like Paul McCartney, Jane Fonda, and Bruce Springsteen appeared to support Colbert during the final episode.
- President Trump responded on social media by mocking Colbert and celebrating the show’s end.
- Trump allies Larry and David Ellison recently completed their purchase of Paramount, CBS’s parent company.
- Colbert has a new project planned, co-writing a film produced by Peter Jackson about The Lord of the Rings.
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