Stephen Colbert 's stint as host of "The Late Show" comes to an end this week after a tenure marked by him becoming arguably the most rabidly partisan host in the late-night landscape.

Stephen Colbert is going out with a smile — and with many jokes at CBS and its parent company Paramount’s expense.

Leading up to Thursday, the show will feature appearances from Jon Stewart, Steven Spielberg, David Byrne, and Bruce Springsteen — but CBS is being tight-lipped about who will appear in the very last ...