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COLBERT’S PEANUTS THEME MAY COST CBS A SNOOPY-SIZED LAWSUIT!

Stephen Colbert’s musical tribute on “The Late Show” finale could land CBS in a copyright kerfuffle, stirring up a potential lawsuit.

5/22/2026, 4:25:47 PM

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Stephen Colbert just wrapped up "The Late Show" with a bang, dropping the iconic "Peanuts" theme song on air! But this seemingly innocent musical moment could come with a hefty price tag for CBS. Colbert himself joked, "I hope this doesn’t cost CBS any money," a quip that’s now hitting too close to home.

Just days before Colbert’s musical send-off, the powers behind Charlie Brown and the gang launched four separate copyright lawsuits. Their target? Unauthorized use of Vince Guaraldi’s legendary jazz scores – the very music Colbert played.

Billboard reports the legal eagles are circling, and CBS might be in the crosshairs. This innocent-looking sign-off could turn into a major headache for the network, proving that sometimes, even the sweetest music can lead to sour notes in court!

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