Inside Stephen Colbert exclusive final show afterparty — where all press were banned
Stephen Colbert hosted his final episode of 'The Late Show' at the Ed Sullivan Theater, followed by a private after-party. The event, which had no press allowed, featured numerous celebrity attendees including Paul McCartney and Drew Barrymore. CBS announced the show's cancellation last summer, citing financial reasons amidst speculation of political motivations.
- ▪Stephen Colbert taped his final broadcast of 'The Late Show' last night.
- ▪The after-party was held at an NYC events space called Second, with a 'Fired & Festive!' theme.
- ▪Celebrity guests at the after-party included Paul McCartney, Drew Barrymore, and Ewan McGregor.
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Page Six Hollywood Inside Stephen Colbert exclusive final show afterparty — where all press were banned By Ian Mohr Published May 22, 2026, 9:45 a.m. ET Stephen Colbert arrives at his farewell bash. James Keivom for NY Post Stephen Colbert taped his final broadcast of “The Late Show” last night at the Ed Sullivan Theater, and we hear there were no press allowed in the audience — or at an after-party following the finale. An after-party was scheduled for 8 p.m. on Thursday night at an NYC events space called Second, according to an invitation seen by Page Six Hollywood.
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