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David Letterman Roasts CBS Over Colbert Cancellation

David Letterman Roasts CBS Over Colbert Cancellation

Former “Late Show” host David Letterman joined his former executive producer Barbara Gaines to give his full unfiltered thoughts on CBS’ cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s iteration of the “Late Show.” “One day, if not today, the people at CBS who have manipulated and handled this are going to be embarrassed,” he said in a YouTube video published Friday. “This is …

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David Letterman Blasts CBS for Stephen Colbert ‘Late Show’ Cancellation

David Letterman Blasts CBS for Stephen Colbert ‘Late Show’ Cancellation

David Letterman unloaded on CBS and Skydance on Friday for cancelling “The Late Show,” which he launched 32 years ago, saying the network had mistreated his successor, Stephen Colbert. In an interview posted to his YouTube channel, Letterman said he does not buy the official explanation that the show was cancelled for financial reasons. “This is pure cowardice,” Letterman said. …

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David Letterman Hammers CBS Over ‘Late Show’ Cancellation

David Letterman Hammers CBS Over ‘Late Show’ Cancellation

Former Late Show host David Letterman has made his first direct comments about the cancellation of the CBS late-night franchise — and they aren’t positive. Speaking with his former executive producer, Barbara Gaines, in a YouTube video Friday, Letterman called the axing of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert “pure cowardice” and said he doesn’t believe the official line from CBS …

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Pastor on Stephen Colbert cancellation: ‘God can do anything’

Pastor on Stephen Colbert cancellation: ‘God can do anything’

By CP StaffWednesday, July 23, 2025 Pastor Kent Christmas of Regeneration Nashville stands with a sword in his hand during a sermon July 20, 2025. | Screenshot/YouTube/Kent and Candy Christmas A Tennessee pastor brandished a large sword during his Sunday sermon and suggested that the recent cancellation of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” was the result of divine intervention. …

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Stephen Colbert ‘Late Show’ Cancellation: Everyone Supporting Host

Stephen Colbert ‘Late Show’ Cancellation: Everyone Supporting Host

Since CBS announced its decision to unceremoniously end The Late Show next May, an array of celebrities, politicians, and fellow late-night legends have thrown their support behind the institution’s current host, Stephen Colbert. Adam Sandler called Colbert a “strong man,” and added, “he’s gonna do great,” when asked about the cancellation at the premiere of Happy Gilmore 2. “I feel …

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Stewart, Colbert slam CBS, Trump for cancellation of late night franchise: ‘Fear and pre-compliance’ – Politico

Stewart, Colbert slam CBS, Trump for cancellation of late night franchise: ‘Fear and pre-compliance’  Politico Stephen Colbert mocks CBS’s reasoning for canceling ‘The Late Show’  The Washington Post David Letterman takes subtle aim at CBS amid Colbert ‘Late Show’ cancellation  USA Today Jon Stewart slams CBS for decision to cancel ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’  CNN Jon Stewart rips Paramount, CBS in profanity-laden …

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All-star roster of comedians show solidarity with Stephen Colbert in first ‘Late Show’ after cancellation

All-star roster of comedians show solidarity with Stephen Colbert in first ‘Late Show’ after cancellation

CNN  —  Stephen Colbert gained a little help from his friends and late-night rivals on Monday, his first night back on “The Late Show” since announcing that CBS is ending the legendary show. NBC’s Jimmy Fallon, HBO’s John Oliver, and Comedy Central’s Jon Stewart were among the faces in the “Late Show” crowd during a spoof of the now-famous “Coldplay …

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Jon Stewart Torches CBS After ‘Late Show’ Cancellation, Backs Colbert

Jon Stewart Torches CBS After ‘Late Show’ Cancellation, Backs Colbert

Jon Stewart backed Stephen Colbert during Monday night’s monologue on The Daily Show, joining a chorus of voices slamming CBS after its abrupt decision to end The Late Show in 2026, which Colbert has hosted for a decade. In a statement last week, the network claimed the cancellation was financial. However, the decision to axe Colbert‘s top-rated show  drew backlash, since the announcement came days after …

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