Bruce Springsteen Sings a Rallying Cry as Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Ends
Bruce Springsteen performed his protest song "Streets of Minneapolis" on the eve of Stephen Colbert's final episode of 'The Late Show.' The performance served as a rallying cry against censorship and highlighted the political tensions surrounding the show's cancellation. Colbert's departure has been speculated to be influenced by corporate interests and the current political climate.
- ▪Bruce Springsteen performed on the final week of 'The Late Show' hosted by Stephen Colbert.
- ▪He sang his protest song "Streets of Minneapolis" in support of Colbert.
- ▪The show's cancellation has been linked to corporate pressures related to Donald Trump.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 10 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 2 right.
- ▪ Bruce Springsteen Slams Donald Trump and New CBS Overlord David Ellison During Final ‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Performance: “These Are Small-Minded People” — Decider
- ▪ Bruce Springsteen Jabs Donald Trump And The Ellisons As He Performs On Stephen Colbert’s Second-To-Last Show — Deadline
- ▪ Bruce Springsteen takes jab at Trump, Paramount during Stephen Colbert’s second-to-last ‘Late Show’ — New York Post
- ▪ Bruce Springsteen Calls Out Trump, Larry and David Ellison in Colbert’s Second-to-Last ‘Late Show’ — Variety
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