How Paul McCartney’s Ed Sullivan Theater Lights-Out Moment Became the Perfect Colbert Finale
When Paul McCartney stepped onto the stage of the Ed Sullivan Theater on May 22, 2026, he didn’t just perform—he closed a chapter. The former Beatle was given the ceremonial honor of turning off the lights in the iconic venue, marking the end of Stephen Colbert’s 12-year run as host of CBS’s Late Show. The moment blended nostalgia, symbolism, and a touch of