When is Stephen Colbert’s last show? What to know about final 'Late Show'

A shakeup to CBS's late-night programming is underway.

Last summer, Stephen Colbert shocked fans with the news that his show would sunset in May 2026. In a statement, Paramount said that the host is "irreplaceable," noting the move was "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night."

In April, the network announced the replacement of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."

Here's what we know about the show's final date and what to expect next.

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