Colbert's Bittersweet Farewell: A Symbol of TV's Fleeting Nature The Ed Sullivan Theater, a storied institution in New York City's theater district, hosted an impromptu celebration last week as Stephen Colbert and David Letterman marked the end of The Late Show.
In a bizarre yet fitting tribute, the two hosts heaved set pieces off the roof onto CBS's iconic logo below, sending a clear message about the transience of television's top spot.
This gesture was both playful and poignant, serving as a reminder that even in an era of digital ubiquity, traditional TV is subject to corporate decision making.