Colbert Closes Show, Celebrates Dog | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 19, 2026 · 1m

Stephen Colbert breaks his social media silence with a heartwarming Instagram post celebrating his dog Benny’s 7th birthday — a sweet, personal moment after stepping away from the spotlight. Just weeks before, CBS announced the end of The Late Show, citing financial reasons, not performance — a bittersweet end to Colbert’s nearly decade-long run since replacing David Letterman. In his final episode, he called the show a “Joy Machine,” thanking fans and his team for the shared laughter. Now, as he moves on, these small, joyful moments remind us that even after big career shifts, life’s simple…