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"We're all basically operating a Blockbuster kiosk inside a Tower Records." That's how Jon Stewart described the state of late night shows and network television in Monday's episode of "The Daily Show" — like two once-powerful,
Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' was recently canceled, marking a significant moment in late-night TV's struggle for survival. The decision follows Colbert's allegations against the network's owner regarding political bribery,
Since Stephen Colbert announced that the "Late Show" was canceled, viewers and industry insiders alike have been quick to offer dueling explanations.
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Did money or politics cause Colbert cancellation? Either way, the economics are tough for TV
CBS parent Paramount insists that this week's decision to cancel Steven Colbert's “Late Show” was strictly financial, and had nothing to do with politics.
That’s where Stephen Colbert comes into play. The liberal equivalent of talk radio took over not just a pair of cable news networks, but also invaded late-night television: the one-sided ridicule of politicians based on party, the revolving door of guests from the same political persuasion, the relentless mockery of the political outgroup.
The surprise cancellation of The Late Show is just the latest blow to the genre.
The ratings are in for the second quarter of 2025, and things remain competitive across late-night, with Stephen Colbert holding onto the top spot in his hour and Greg Gutfeld dominating his slot, and having huge gains year-on-year.
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MeidasTouch News on MSNDonald Trump Clams Credit For Fall of America's Late-Night TV Hosts
When President Donald Trump isn’t busy conducting the typical business that comes with being the commander-in-chief, he has time to report on the television business.On Tuesday morning, Trump claimed that late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon are soon to be fired from their shows on ABC and NBC,