'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' took its final bow on Thursday with a performance from Paul McCartney, Elvis Costello, Jon Batiste, and more.
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'Late Show' Finale
The late-night host joined the supergroup, which also included current bandleader Louis Cato
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May 22, 2026
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