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entertainment3 months ago

Jimmy Kimmel to Guest on Stephen Colbert's Show Amid Local TV Return

Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert are exchanging guest appearances, with Kimmel appearing on The Late Show and Colbert on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, as part of a series of late-night host crossovers. Conan O'Brien will also make an appearance on The Late Show, highlighting a collaborative moment among late-night hosts following recent show cancellations and controversies.

entertainment4 months ago

Stephen Colbert Receives Ovation and Asks 'Is Anyone Hiring?' at the Emmys

Stephen Colbert received a standing ovation at the Emmys after CBS announced the cancellation of his show, 'The Late Show,' which will end in 2026. Despite the cancellation, the show won its first Emmy for outstanding directing, and Colbert's career accolades include multiple Emmy, Grammy, and Peabody awards. The cancellation has been controversial, with some speculation about its timing following CBS's merger and legal settlements involving Trump, whom Colbert has criticized.

entertainment4 months ago

Jimmy Kimmel Denounces False Reports on Stephen Colbert’s Show Losses

Jimmy Kimmel criticized reports claiming 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' was losing tens of millions annually, arguing that such figures are inaccurate and overlook significant revenue sources like affiliate fees. He also defended late-night TV's relevance despite claims of its decline, suggesting the cancellation was politically motivated amid broader corporate and political maneuvers.

entertainment5 months ago

Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' Cancellation Sparks Support and Ratings Success

'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' is on summer hiatus with reruns scheduled for this week, returning with new episodes on September 2. CBS announced plans to end the Late Show franchise after the 2025-26 season, citing financial reasons amid political controversies and recent network disputes. Colbert continues to criticize political figures and hint at future job opportunities as his show approaches its conclusion.

entertainment5 months ago

Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Ratings Drop Post-Cancellation

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert experienced a ratings increase following its cancellation announcement, with over 3 million viewers in the week of July 28, marking its strongest performance in over two years, despite the show's upcoming end in May 2026 due to CBS's financial reasons and possible controversy over Colbert's criticisms of Paramount.

entertainment5 months ago

CBS Boss Explains Cancellation of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'

CBS's decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the related After Midnight show was driven by financial challenges and the departure of host Taylor Tomlinson, who cited the show's unsustainable lifestyle for her. The cancellations follow CBS's broader struggles in the late-night TV market amid declining advertising revenue, with the network choosing to end these programs rather than find new hosts.