The End of an Era, and a Bigger Story About Power and Culture Stephen Colbert's farewell as host of "The Late Show" marks the end of 33 years of late night TV history.
But beneath the surface, this moment represents more than just a finale to a beloved franchise – it's also a reflection of the changing media landscape and the tensions between corporate interests and artistic vision.
In July, CBS announced that they would be ending "The Late Show" due to financial considerations in a challenging late night TV market.