Trending Now - Colbert's Final Episode Draws Record 6.74 Million Viewers

WHO:

Variety - Stephen Colbert is the host of "The Late Show."

WHAT:

Variety - The series finale of "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" attracted 6.74 million viewers, making it the most-watched weeknight episode of all time for the series.

Deadline - The finale garnered 6.74 million live + same-day viewers, according to preliminary data from Nielsen.

Variety - The viewership for the finale was significantly higher than the show's average of 2.69 million viewers in the first quarter of 2026.

WHEN:

Deadline - Stephen Colbert signed on as host of "The Late Show" on September 8, 2015.

(UPDATED May 22, 2026 21:31 UTC)

The series finale of "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" has set a new record, attracting 6.74 million viewers, making it the most-watched weeknight episode in the show's history. This impressive number is a significant leap from the average viewership of 2.69 million in the first quarter of 2026. Stephen Colbert has been hosting the show since September 8, 2015, and this finale marks a remarkable milestone in its run.