Stephen Colbert’s Final Curtain: The Late Show Bids Farewell in May 2026
As CBS prepares to end The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in May 2026, audiences are bracing for a farewell to one of late-night television’s most transformative hosts. At 61, Stephen Colbert has evolved from the razor-edged satirist of The Colbert Report into what fans now call TV’s “grief counselor”—a voice of humor, heart, and healing.
Every episode has become a countdown, a reminder that Colbert is pouring his soul into each night. His blend of comedy and empathy has created a space where laughter and tears coexist, offering viewers comfort in turbulent times.
Colbert’s journey has been remarkable. Once defined by a sharp, satirical persona that skewered political absurdities, he has instead become a beacon of vulnerability and sincerity. “We often realize we love something as we’re losing it,” he told WSJ. Magazine, reflecting on the fleeting nature of his platform.
That evolution is also deeply personal. His wife of nearly 30 years, Evie McGee, recently appeared on the show, quietly revealing the emotional weight of his final season: “He’s pouring his soul into every night, treasuring each second with you.” Her words hinted at the tender goodbye that awaits fans.