Stephen Colbert ended The Late Show with guests including Paul McCartney. The show's cancellation has many wondering about the future of late-night comedy in today's political climate.
The best satirists do more than entertain. They influence public discourse and leave lasting marks on political life.
(STATE COLLEGE, PENN.) Stephen Colbert’s final episode as host of “The Late Show” on May 21, 2026, won’t mark the end of his career. But as a scholar of political satire, I think it offers a chance to ...
After more than 3,000 episodes of television stretched over 20 years and two TV networks, this critic believes Stephen Colbert's greatest legacy as a host and performer comes down to a single word.