Last night, Stephen Colbert said goodbye to The Late Show after 11 years. We listen back to his '16 interview, in which he talked about embracing his "sharp and satirical and highly opinionated" side.
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Colbert initially avoided discussing politics on 'Late Night.' Then he leaned in
Last night, Stephen Colbert said goodbye to <em>The Late Show</em> after 11 years. We listen back to his '16 interview, in which he talked about embracing his "sharp and satirical and highly opinionated" side.
Published May 22, 2026, 1:31 PM
Updated June 16, 2026, 11:51 AM3.8K
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