The late-night host acknowledged that "a lot of people out there are bummed" about the show ending next May, so he tapped a few famous friends to cheer everyone up.

Anderson Cooper Expresses Sadness Over Stephen Colbert's Departure: "He Is, At Heart, An Incredibly Decent Human Being"

Stephen Colbert is not holding back. After the comedian announced that CBS has decided to end the “Late Show” franchise after more than 30 years in May 2026, all eyes were on his first broadcast since revealing the news.

Behind the curtain of Stephen Colbert’s sharp wit and nightly monologues stood someone who helped keep it all grounded. It was none other than his better half, Evelyn McGee-Colbert.

CNN Chief Media Analyst Brian Stelter melted down during a Thursday evening appearance on the network over the cancellation of

Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, Jon Stewart and John Oliver all made cameo appearances during Monday's "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

Alongside his escape into fantastical worlds, Colbert uncovered a burning love for improv and theatrical performance that ignited his spirit. He made the move from Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia to Northwestern University in Chicago to pursue performing arts, where he would cross paths with future comedy collaborators, including Amy Sedaris.

Stephen Colbert returned to The Late Show with a little help from his friends — Jimmy Fallon, John Oliver, and Jon Stewart — following the announcement that the show will end in May 2026. The trio appeared during a Coldplay-themed comedy bit,