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Source: Rolling Stone
Stephen Colbert's Unauthorized 'Peanuts' Music Use Leads to Charity Donation
During The Late Show finale, Stephen Colbert intentionally played Vince Guaraldi's 'Linus and Lucy,' a song associated with 'Peanuts,' without obtaining prior permission. Following this, CBS, the network broadcasting the show, agreed to pay a licensing fee for the music's use. This fee is designated to be donated to World Central Kitchen, a humanitarian organization.
By Fainaron·Jun 16, 2026 (4 minutes ago)·1 views
Stephen Colbert's intentional use of Vince Guaraldi's 'Peanuts' music, specifically the song 'Linus and Lucy,' during The Late Show finale occurred without prior permission.
In response to this unauthorized broadcast, CBS reached an agreement to pay a licensing fee.
This fee will be directed as a donation to World Central Kitchen, a non-profit organization.
(Source: Rolling Stone)
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