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Stephen Colbert reacts to Trump diss; Jon Stewart, John Oliver join in

Stephen Colbert reacts to Trump diss; Jon Stewart, John Oliver join in

Stephen Colbert shared a pointed message for President Trump days after the latter rejoiced on social media that “I absolutely love that Colbert got fired.” “Go f— yourself,” the late-night veteran said Monday during his opening monologue. Monday’s episode was Colbert’s first time behind the desk after he announced last week that CBS had decided to cancel “The Late Show,” …

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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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Stephen Colbert declares ‘gloves are off’ as cancelled Late Show host takes aim at Trump | Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert declares ‘gloves are off’ as cancelled Late Show host takes aim at Trump | Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert declared to Donald Trump that “the gloves are off” in his first broadcast since his Late Show was cancelled amid a political firestorm, as his fellow hosts lined up to defend him with Jon Stewart scathingly denouncing Paramount for trying to “censor and control” its hosts. Colbert, the top-rated late-night talk show host in the US, said last …

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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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Stephen Colbert Tells Donald Trump To “Go F*ck Yourself”

Stephen Colbert Tells Donald Trump To “Go F*ck Yourself”

In case anyone worried Stephen Colbert was going to go quietly into the night after CBS canceled The Late Show, it’s clear he won’t. In an early clip posted from tonight’s show, Colbert responded to President Trump’s gleeful social media post about his firing. “How dare you, sir? Would an untalented man be able to compose the following satirical witticism? …

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‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Attracts Protesters Monday

‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Attracts Protesters Monday

The anger over CBS’ decision to shutter The Late Show with Stephen Colbert continues: On Monday, protesters gathered outside the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City to shout “Colbert Stays! Trump Must Go!” Signs like “I Support Colbert” were also waved by a group that reportedly calls itself Refuse Fascism. The protest comes after CBS revealed last week that …

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Jimmy Fallon and other top comedians set to hit ‘The Late Show’ to rally around cancelled Stephen Colbert

Jimmy Fallon and other top comedians set to hit ‘The Late Show’ to rally around cancelled Stephen Colbert

“Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon will cross the street from his NBC headquarters to offer support for CBS rival Stephen Colbert on Monday, The Post has learned. Fallon and a handful of other top comedians are expected to make a cameo at the Ed Sullivan Theater in Manhattan to speak out against the cancellation of Colbert’s top-rated late-night talk show, …

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John Oliver breaks silence on Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ cancellation

John Oliver breaks silence on Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ cancellation

John Oliver is weighing in on the “incredibly sad” news that The Late Show With Stephen Colbert has been canceled and will end next May. While attending the first game of the Erie Moon Mammoths, a minor league baseball team rebranded by Oliver and his staff, the Last Week Tonight host was asked about his feelings about the surprising announcement. …

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John Oliver Reacts to ‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Cancellation

John Oliver Reacts to ‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Cancellation

John Oliver has weighed in on CBS‘ cancellation of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” calling it “terrible news for the world of comedy.” The “Last Week Tonight” host was asked about the news by the Associated Press on Sunday at the first game of the Erie Moon Mammoths, a minor league baseball team rebranded by Oliver and his staff. …

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