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David Letterman criticizes CBS and its leadership for damaging the network's legacy, especially CBS News, and praises fellow late-night hosts like Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers for their influence and integrity, while expressing concern over the decline of diverse voices in late-night television.
Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, and Seth Meyers humorously critique Donald Trump's surprise primetime address and recent controversial White House interviews, highlighting the spectacle and political absurdity surrounding Trump's actions and statements.
Late-night hosts criticized Donald Trump's extravagant Great Gatsby-themed Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago, held as millions of Americans lost SNAP benefits, calling it tone-deaf and over-the-top, with jokes highlighting its disconnect from national struggles.
Jon Stewart believes he hasn't been targeted by Trump like other late-night hosts because he is no longer on the radar and considers himself less relevant, recalling past online clashes with Trump before he became president.
Late-night hosts humorously and in solidarity responded to the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show following his comments on Charlie Kirk, with some criticizing censorship and others emphasizing free speech, amid broader concerns about media and political pressures.
Late-night hosts like Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jon Stewart, and Seth Meyers responded with satire and defiance to the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' by Disney, citing concerns over censorship and free speech following Kimmel's comments on political issues. The hosts expressed support for Kimmel and criticized the suspension as an attack on free expression.
The article discusses how John Oliver and other late-night hosts have become moral voices in the US by speaking out clearly against the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, contrasting their outspoken stance with the often muted or misleading coverage by mainstream media and political figures. It highlights the importance of these comedians in challenging misinformation and advocating for human rights amid a climate of fear and censorship.
Donald Trump publicly criticized late-night hosts, claiming he was not responsible for Stephen Colbert's firing and predicting that Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon will also lose their shows, citing ratings and talent issues. Kimmel responded with a humorous dig, promoting his upcoming show.
Piers Morgan criticizes late-night hosts like Stephen Colbert for being partisan Democratic activists, suggesting this has contributed to Colbert's show being canceled. Morgan also comments on the political bias of other hosts and the broader political implications of late-night TV content.
Piers Morgan criticizes late-night hosts for being partisan activists for the Democrats, suggesting this contributed to Stephen Colbert's cancellation, and highlights a broader trend of political bias in comedy shows.
Piers Morgan criticizes late-night hosts for being hyper-partisan and activist for the Democrats, suggesting this contributed to Stephen Colbert's cancellation, which CBS attributes to financial reasons. Morgan and Jay Leno both express concerns about political bias alienating viewers in late-night TV.
Jay Leno criticizes modern late night hosts for alienating viewers by taking political sides, advocating for comedy that appeals to the whole audience without political bias, contrasting with current hosts like Stephen Colbert who openly express political opinions.
Jay Leno criticizes modern political late-night hosts for targeting only one side of the ideological spectrum, arguing that comedy should aim to entertain the whole audience rather than deliver partisan lectures, and emphasizing the importance of humor that appeals broadly without alienating viewers.
Stephen Colbert reacted to CBS's cancellation of 'The Late Show' with a fiery monologue criticizing the decision and addressing President Trump's social media jabs. Colbert, a long-time critic of Trump, expressed his intention to speak more freely until the show's end in May, and received support from fellow late-night hosts Jon Stewart and John Oliver. The article also covers reactions from other late-night personalities and the future of their shows.
In response to CBS's decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert after the 2025–26 season, fellow late-night hosts Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, and Jon Stewart made surprise cameo appearances on the show to show support, with Stewart also expected to address the cancellation on The Daily Show.