Colbert sues CBS for pay after Late Show cancellation turns messy

"The Late Show" aired its final episode in May 2026 after Stephen Colbert's 11-year run and 33 years of the franchise. Although the farewell was celebratory, the aftermath has turned contentious, with a legal and financial dispute between Colbert and CBS following the network's decision to cancel the show. Colbert reportedly still had a year left on his contract when CBS pulled the plug.