CBS announced the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, attributing the decision to financial considerations rather than the show's performance. The network indicated that the late-night television landscape is evolving, particularly as young viewers are shifting towards digital platforms for content consumption. The Late Show has been on air since 2015 under Stephen Colbert, who succeeded David Letterman. CBS plans to retire the franchise in May 2026. This decision comes in the wake of a significant corporate settlement involving Paramount and President Trump.
CBS announced the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, a decision influenced by financial factors, amidst changing viewing habits and the scrutiny of costs in late-night television.
Executives emphasized the cancellation is a financial decision, stating the show is not being cancelled due to performance or content, but due to economic realities in the industry.
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