CBS cancels Stephen Colbert's late-night show
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Variety's senior TV editor Brian Steinberg joins 'MediaBuzz' to discuss his take on Paramount's decision to cancel the 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert.'
The network claimed it was “purely a financial decision.” “We consider Stephen Colbert irreplaceable and will retire ‘The Late Show’ franchise in May of 2026,” CBS executives’ statement read. “We are proud that Stephen called CBS home. He and the broadcast will be remembered in the pantheon of greats that graced late night television.”
Prominent political figures as well as Hollywood stars have reacted with disgust over the news that 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' will end its run in 2026.
Donald Trump took to his TruthSocial platform Friday morning to revel in the announcement that CBS would bring the show to a close in May.