BREAKING: CBS has just announced the shocking cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, leaving fans and fellow late-night hosts stunned. Colbert revealed the news during a taping on November 2, 2023, stating he learned of the decision “just last night.” The show, which has garnered critical acclaim, will officially end in May 2026.
The abrupt cancellation has sparked outrage among Colbert’s peers and political figures. Andy Cohen, host of Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live!, expressed disbelief at the Las Culturistas Culture Awards, stating, “I’m stunned. He was one of three late-night shows deemed worthy enough for an Emmy nomination.” Cohen lamented, “I think it’s a sad day for late-night television. Just completely turning out the lights.”
In a passionate Instagram post, fellow late-night host Jimmy Kimmel voiced his support for Colbert, writing, “Love you Stephen,” and adding a pointed message to CBS: “F— you and all your Sheldons CBS.” This sentiment echoes the widespread shock within the entertainment community.
The decision comes just three days after Colbert criticized CBS’s parent company, Paramount, during a monologue about their $16 million settlement with former President Donald Trump. Senator Elizabeth Warren took to social media to question the motives behind the cancellation, asking, “America deserves to know if his show was canceled for political reasons.”
Senator Adam Schiff, who appeared as a guest on Colbert’s show shortly after the announcement, echoed Warren’s concerns, stating, “If Paramount and CBS ended the Late Show for political reasons, the public deserves to know. And deserves better.”
CNN anchor Anderson Cooper also weighed in, sharing a heartfelt clip from a 2019 interview where Colbert discussed coping with profound grief. Cooper remarked, “Stephen Colbert is smart and he is funny, and he has actual conversations with people on his program,” highlighting Colbert’s unique ability to connect with audiences.
The cancellation of The Late Show is not just a loss for CBS but a significant moment in late-night television history. Colbert, known for his incisive humor and insightful interviews, has left an indelible mark on the genre. As the news spreads, fans and supporters are left wondering what this means for the future of late-night programming.
Colbert’s fans are urged to follow developments closely as the fallout from this cancellation continues. The late-night landscape is shifting rapidly, and the implications for CBS and its programming could be profound. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
