The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Coverage of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in the Nexus archive.
- CBS Replaced Colbert With Byron Allen. Here’s Why He Says It Will Work
CBS replaced 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' with 'Comics Unleashed,' hosted by Byron Allen, who purchased the time slot for $15 million annually. Allen, a media mogul and comedian, argues his apolitical comedy will succeed despite lower ratings, asserting CBS made a sound financial decision.
- Kimmel: ‘I feel a bit defeated’ after Colbert cancellation
Jimmy Kimmel expressed concern about the future of late-night TV after CBS canceled 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' citing speculation about political pressure on hosts in the Trump era. Kimmel described feeling 'a bit defeated' by the decision.
- Trump was 'personally involved' in canceling Stephen Colbert, longtime late night reporter claims
Bill Carter, a longtime late-night reporter, claims President Donald Trump was 'personally involved' in canceling Stephen Colbert's show, citing an AI-generated video mocking Colbert. CBS cited financial issues for the cancellation, but Carter and others argue it was due to Trump's feud with Colbert, who frequently criticized the president. A study found Colbert made 3,639 jokes about Trump in his final years on the show.
- President Donald Trump shares AI video of him assaulting Stephen Colbert and throwing him in a dumpster as he celebrates the end of the late night show
President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video depicting him assaulting late-night host Stephen Colbert and throwing him into a dumpster, coinciding with the end of Colbert's show. The video was presented as a satirical or celebratory act, though its content raised concerns due to its violent nature.
- Viral staff photo reveals just how bloated Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' operation really was
The article discusses the abrupt end of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' highlighting tributes from figures like Kamala Harris and Bruce Springsteen, while criticizing the show's high costs and perceived political bias. It points to a viral staff photo as evidence of the show's bloated production and questions its financial viability for CBS.
- BROADCAST BIAS: Networks lament end of Colbert show. They love his anti-Trump antics
The article critiques the left's reaction to Stephen Colbert's CBS show ending, accusing it of political bias and anti-Trump humor. It highlights Democratic praise for Colbert as a 'national treasure' and disputes claims of his Catholic devotion, while questioning the show's cancellation as financially motivated.
- The worst and most cringe-worthy moments from Stephen Colbert’s now-canceled 'Late Show'
Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' was canceled after facing criticism for political bias, financial losses, and controversial content. A study found 87% of his jokes targeted conservatives, with 3,639 Trump-related jokes in 2023 alone. The show employed 22 writers for liberal-leaning monologues and featured minimal Republican guests.
- Trump postpones executive order on AI over China concerns – US politics live
President Trump postponed an executive order on AI to avoid hindering US tech firms' competition with China. The article also covers the end of Stephen Colbert's tenure at CBS Late Show, which is being replaced by Byron Allen's Comics Unleashed.
- Don Lemon claims an unqualified White man 'failed up' from Colbert's show to CNN and then fired him
Former CNN host Don Lemon published a Substack essay criticizing legacy media for promoting unqualified white men while pushing out qualified journalists like himself, appearing to reference former CNN CEO Chris Licht who moved from producing Stephen Colbert's show to leading CNN before firing Lemon. Lemon connected these industry dynamics to the cancellation of Colbert's Late Show and his own exit from CNN.
- Stephen Colbert’s long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void
Stephen Colbert's late-night TV program is ending after 11 years, with many speculating that the cancellation was due to political pressure from Donald Trump. The show was known for its criticism of Trump and his policies. Colbert's final show will air on Thursday.
- Ego-crazed Stephen Colbert repeatedly fishes for compliments from Barack Obama during simpering interview with embarrassing lack of success
Stephen Colbert interviewed Barack Obama, repeatedly seeking compliments but with little success. The interview was described as embarrassing and simpering. Stephen Colbert's behavior was seen as ego-crazed.
- Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
Former President Barack Obama expressed concerns about the power of the executive branch in an interview with Stephen Colbert. He shared his thoughts on the current state of politics. The interview took place on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'.
- Obama appears to criticize Trump in interview with Colbert
Former President Barack Obama criticized President Trump's administration in an interview with Stephen Colbert, discussing the use of the Justice Department and expanding executive branch powers. Obama did not mention Trump by name. The interview was taped for 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'.
- Colbert calls Trump 'authoritarian' but rejects 'partisan' label in exit interview with NY Times
Stephen Colbert criticized President Donald Trump as an 'authoritarian' in a New York Times exit interview, rejecting the label of being 'partisan.' CBS canceled his late-night show in July 2024, with critics alleging the decision aimed to appease Trump for a Paramount-Skydance merger. Colbert emphasized comedians' role in challenging authoritarianism and denied late-night shows being partisan, despite accusations of political targeting.