Stephen Colbert's "The Late Show" airs its final episode Thursday, ending an 11-season run attributed by CBS to economic reasons. However, skepticism remains regarding the influence of Donald Trump's criticisms on the decision.

Stephen Colbert’s long goodbye to late-night TV ends Thursday night when the host of “The Late Show” appears behind his CBS desk for the final time. CBS announced last summer that Colbert’s show would end, citing economic reasons after 11 seasons. But many — including Colbert — have expressed skepticism that President Donald Trump’s repeated criticism of the show wasn't a factor.