Colbert's last episodes: What happened on 'The Late Show' last night
The rock icon directly blamed President Trump and the Ellisons for Colbert's cancellation on Wednesday night's show.
www.nprillinois.orgHere’s the latest on Bruce Springsteen's appearances related to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
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Springsteen performed on Colbert’s penultimate episode, delivering a performance of Streets of Minneapolis and using strong remarks that aligned with Colbert’s farewell era. He also criticized figures linked to CBS’s handling of the show’s end, including references to Paramount and the Ellison family.[1][6][8]
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Coverage notes that this appearance was part of Colbert’s final weeks, which featured high-profile guests and emotionally charged moments as the show approached its end. Springsteen’s segment stood out for its political edge and its rallying, protest-informed tone.[5][1]
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In broader reaction, outlets highlighted Springsteen’s outspoken critique of Donald Trump and the political environment surrounding Colbert’s departure, framing the performance as both a tribute to Colbert and a protest statement.[3][7][10]
If you’d like, I can pull a concise timeline of Springsteen’s set list, notable quotes from his appearance, and a quick comparison with other guests during Colbert’s final episodes. I can also summarize the surrounding media narrative in a short brief.