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How Stephen Colbert, and Late Night, Evolved

Published May 22, 2026

Views 483K  |  Likes 22.4K  |  Comments 506
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The New York TimesThe New York Times
5.23M subs10.8K videosOct 2006

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483,965

Likes

22,406

Comments

506

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Total (all-time): $339 – $968

Based on estimated $0.7–$2 CPM.

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Stephen Colbert’s late-night show ends on Thursday after 11 seasons. James Poniewozik, our chief TV critic, explains how Colbert’s performance has evolved over his two decades as a late-night host, and how TV changed with him. Video by James Poniewozik, Edward Vega and Laura Salaberry/The New York Times #colbert #ste…

Published
May 22, 2026
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