Inside Stephen Colbert's star-studded final episode of The Late Show
A massive lineup of A-list celebrities gathered to bid Stephen Colbert an unforgettable farewell
After an incredible run, Stephen Colbert took his final bow on The Late Show with an unforgettable, star-studded send-off. Crowds gathered outside the iconic Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City to witness late-night history. Inside, Colbert’s attempt at a traditional final monologue quickly turned into a hilarious battle, as celebrities like Bryan Cranston, Ryan Reynolds, Paul Rudd, Tim Meadows, and Tig Notaro playfully argued over who deserved to be his very last guest.
While Colbert joked about wanting the Pope for his finale, Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney stepped in to save the day, reflecting on the band’s historic American debut in that exact same theater decades ago. The emotional and chaotic night also featured appearances by Jon Stewart, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and rival late-night hosts. The show wrapped up with an epic, star-powered musical performance of the classic Beatles track "Hello, Goodbye."