Instagram/Stephen Colbert TV Stephen Colbert addresses skepticism over The Late Show's sudden cancellation, acknowledging why fans find the official financial explanation fishy. April 29, 2026 AceShowbiz - Stephen Colbert addressed the doubts surrounding the unexpected cancellation of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert ahead of its final broadcast. Speaking to The New York Times on April 28, Colbert acknowledged the official explanation that the show's end was driven by financial reasons, but also recognized why some viewers remain skeptical.