The King of Late Night isnt going anywhere:Stephen Colbertwill remain atThe Late Showthrough 2026.

His current pact was set to expire this year.

Colbert, who succeeded David Lettermanpreviously extended his deal in September 2019 through August 2023.

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This coincided with Chris Licht, the now ex-boss of CNN, joining as exec producer.

In April, James Cordenappeared in his finalLate Late Showafter eight years in the timeslot after Colbert.

The Late Late Showis being replaced witha reboot of former Comedy Central series@midnight.

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The Late Show with Stephen Colbertis exec produced by Colbert, Jon Stewart and Tom Purcell.

It is produced by CBS Studios in association with Spartina Productions.