Paul McCartney Interview on ‘Late Show’ Gets Interrupted by Giant Wormhole
Paul McCartney was the final guest on Stephen Colbert's last episode of 'The Late Show.' The interview took an unexpected turn when a giant wormhole interrupted the show, leading to a humorous exchange with Neil deGrasse Tyson. Colbert's farewell included heartfelt moments with fellow late-night hosts and reflections on the end of his show.
- ▪Paul McCartney joined Stephen Colbert for a conversation on the final episode of 'The Late Show.'
- ▪The interview was interrupted by a giant wormhole, which led to a comedic interaction with Neil deGrasse Tyson.
- ▪Colbert's farewell featured emotional moments and insights from other late-night hosts.
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- ▪ Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to 'The Late Show' in ambitious final show - AP News — Google News
- ▪ Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to 'Late Show' — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to ’Late Show’ — Investing.com — News
- ▪ Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to 'Late Show' — Straits Times — World
- ▪ Stephen Colbert joined by Sir Paul McCartney for The Late Show finale — BBC News — Entertainment
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