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CBS Withdraws Copyright Challenges Against Stephen Colbert's Show Appearance

CBS and Paramount have retracted their copyright challenges concerning Stephen Colbert's appearance on a Michigan cable access show. This decision comes after Colbert ended his tenure as host of "The Late Show" on May 25, 2026.

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CBS and Paramount have retracted their copyright challenges concerning Stephen Colbert's appearance on a Michigan cable access show. This decision comes after Colbert ended his tenure as host of "The Late Show" on May 25, 2026.

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After Stephen Colbert's viral talk show parody, CBS backs down from copyright action

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CBS Withdraws Copyright Challenges Against Stephen Colbert's Show Appearance