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Stephen Colbert's Tolkien Obsession Goes Hollywood: From Cameos to a New Shadow of the Past
entertainment15 days ago

Stephen Colbert's Tolkien Obsession Goes Hollywood: From Cameos to a New Shadow of the Past

Variety chronicles Stephen Colbert’s long-running Lord of the Rings fandom, highlighting on-air Elvish debates, a Lake-town spy cameo in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, his Middle-earth short with the original cast, a 20th-anniversary Elvish rap tribute, Comic-Con panel hosting in costume, and his co-writing credit on a new Rings film, Shadow of the Past, with Philippa Boyens and his son—illustrating how a fan’s passion can shape Hollywood projects.

via Variety|
#entertainment#lord-of-the-rings#stephen-colbert
Colbert Announces The Late Show Final Episode Date
tv-and-movies2 months ago

Colbert Announces The Late Show Final Episode Date

Stephen Colbert said on Late Night With Seth Meyers that The Late Show will end with a May 21, 2026 finale, about four months from the interview. CBS had previously announced the end in May 2026 for financial reasons, not due to performance. Colbert emphasized he’ll miss the staff and the Ed Sullivan Theater as he nears the end of his tenure since 2015.

via Rolling Stone|
#ed-sullivan-theater#finale-date#may-21-2026
Colbert Sets May 21 as The Late Show's Final Episode
entertainment2 months ago

Colbert Sets May 21 as The Late Show's Final Episode

Stephen Colbert revealed that The Late Show will air its final episode on May 21, ending CBS's long-running late-night franchise after more than 30 years; he announced the date during an appearance on Seth Meyers's show, noting the cancellation is a financial decision by CBS, not a reflection on the show's performance, amid broader Paramount deals and public reaction.

via The Guardian|
#cbs#entertainment#final-episode
Colbert Sets Final Night for The Late Show, Ending a CBS Late-Night Era
entertainment2 months ago

Colbert Sets Final Night for The Late Show, Ending a CBS Late-Night Era

Stephen Colbert announced The Late Show will end with a farewell episode on May 21, 2026, as CBS characterizes the cancellation as a financial decision amid streaming-era declines in TV viewership; the show began in 1993, Colbert has hosted since 2015, and CBS noted the move is unrelated to content or corporate mergers, with Colbert continuing to garner industry recognition.

via Variety|
#cbs#entertainment#finale
Colbert’s Late Show Ends With May 21, 2026 Finale
television2 months ago

Colbert’s Late Show Ends With May 21, 2026 Finale

Deadline confirms The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will bow on May 21, 2026, with CBS framing the end—announced by Colbert on Late Night with Seth Meyers—as a financial decision tied to late-night strategy, not performance. The show has run since 1993, earned an Emmy for Outstanding Talk Series, and Colbert is set to receive the Walter Bernstein Award from the Writers Guild East next month.

via Deadline|
#cbs#late-night#stephen-colbert
entertainment5 months ago

Stephen Colbert Reflects on 'The Late Show' Cancellation and Political Speculations

Stephen Colbert discusses the surprising cancellation of 'The Late Show,' which was the first number one show to be canceled, citing financial reasons and a controversial settlement involving Donald Trump. He expresses a desire to continue creating content and maintains a positive relationship with CBS, despite the show's end, and is considering future projects, possibly on YouTube.

via Deadline|
#cancellation#cbs#entertainment
Stephen Colbert Reacts to 'The Late Show' Cancellation and Its Impact
entertainment5 months ago

Stephen Colbert Reacts to 'The Late Show' Cancellation and Its Impact

Stephen Colbert criticized Paramount for canceling The Late Show, suggesting the decision may have been influenced by the network's payment of $16 million to Donald Trump over a lawsuit, which he implies could be an attempt to curry favor with Trump. Colbert expressed uncertainty about the exact reasons behind the show's cancellation and distanced himself from any involvement in the decision.

via Vulture|
#cancellation#donald-trump#entertainment
entertainment7 months ago

Conan O’Brien Predicts the End of Late-Night TV but Praises Colbert’s Talent

Conan O'Brien expressed confidence that Stephen Colbert will continue to be influential in the future of late-night TV despite the cancellation of 'The Late Show,' emphasizing Colbert's talent and importance. The article also discusses the broader challenges facing late-night television, including CBS's decision to cancel Colbert's show amid economic difficulties and political controversies.

via Deadline|
#conan-obrien#entertainment#late-night-television