Overview
- Oprah Winfrey swapped seats and interviewed Stephen Colbert from his own desk during one of the show's final broadcasts.
- Colbert said he will not let anything go yet and highlighted his bond with the band, camera crews, and backstage staff.
- He described the studio audience as a “third person” in every conversation and praised their pure, honest reactions.
- CBS set the finale for May 21 and said the shutdown is a financial decision, not about ratings, content, or issues at Paramount.
- Colbert has hosted since 2015, and CBS is ending The Late Show franchise after this season.