Colbert’s final joke caught attention
During his regular “Meanwhile” segment, Colbert discussed a copyright lawsuit involving the use of Peanuts music.
“Anyone illegally using that music is going to have to pay through the nose,” he joked.
Moments later, the show’s house band suddenly began playing the famous Peanuts theme, and a surprised Colbert turned toward the band.
Louis? Are you really playing the same Peanuts music that I just said people were being sued for using without permission?”
Then came the line that many viewers interpreted as a final jab at CBS. Looking directly toward the camera, Colbert smirked and added:
“Oh no, I hope this doesn’t cost CBS any money…”
The remark quickly exploded online.
One viewer wrote on X:
“Colbert billing CBS with the Peanuts theme on his way out is elite pettiness.”
