Event Brief
Stephen Colbert says goodbye to The Late Show
Filed: May 22, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Summary: Stephen Colbert delivered his final goodbye on The Late Show as the franchise ended after 33 years.
WHO: Stephen Colbert
WHAT: Stephen Colbert took the stage for the final time on The Late Show and said goodbye
WHEN: May 22, 2026 at 12:47 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The Late Show franchise ended after 33 years.
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