Stephen Colbert to End The Late Show in May 2026 After a Decade of Success. CBS has officially announced that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will conclude in May 2026, ending both Colbert’s 10-year run as host and the iconic Late Show franchise on the network. Stephen Colbert shared the news with his audience during a taping on July 17, emphasizing, “It’s not just the end of our show—it’s the end of The Late Show on CBS.”
The network confirmed there will be no new host following Colbert’s departure. Despite consistently leading late-night ratings for nine straight seasons, CBS cited financial challenges as the main reason for ending the show, clarifying that the decision was unrelated to the program’s success or popularity.
Colbert expressed heartfelt thanks to his dedicated 200-person staff and called CBS “great partners” throughout his tenure. Since premiering in 2015, Colbert’s version of The Late Show has been praised for blending sharp political satire, insightful interviews, and entertainment, often influencing national discourse.
Fans and celebrities alike expressed shock and disappointment at the news, highlighting the show’s ongoing relevance and impact. Although Colbert will step down as host in 2026, he will remain involved with CBS, working on other projects including serving as executive producer for After Midnight, a new late-night game show hosted by comedian Taylor Tomlinson.
As the final season approaches, many reflect on Colbert’s unique contribution to late-night television—mixing humor, politics, and heart during a turbulent decade.
A motorcycle-mad boy’s casket was escorted to his funeral by more than 1,000 bikers on Christmas Eve.
More than 1,000 motorcyclists from across the country turned up to pay tribute to Jozef Stansiak, 12, in Carnon Downs, near Truro, Cornwall, on Saturday morning.
The schoolboy, who loved the sound of motorbikes, was accompanied by the massive cortege on his final journey, following an appeal from his mum Heidi Stansiak.
The bikers, including Jozef’s dad Dominik, revved their engines in respect as his small white coffin – carried in a specially adapted motorbike and sidecar – passed by.
Jozef, who suffered from life-limiting disabilities, died after a spell in hospital on 14 December.
Mum Heidi asked Penryn and Falmouth funeral directors to put out an appeal for bikers on social media to escort him to the church.
The schoolboy’s funeral procession left his home at 9:30am and was greeted by hundreds of bikers lining the route.
Once the hearse reached the front, two funeral directors – dressed as Batman and Robin – led the procession onto the roundabout and dual carriageway before setting off in their vehicle.
The bikers then followed, taking over ten minutes for the last one to finally head off down the A39.
The procession was watched by hundreds of people, who lined the route to say their final goodbyes.
Only the first 50 bikes followed the hearse all the way to the church.
The rest of the convoy pulled into Falmouth Town Football Club, which opened especially for the bikers.
Organiser David Saunby said he was overwhelmed by the response – which almost surpassed the Martin Jennings Run turnout – the largest motorcycle charity ride in Cornwall.
He said: “Tell you what. I’ve been overwhelmed. I’ve been welling up.
“I didn’t expect this. It’s a fantastic turnout.”