Stephen Colbert’s next move after The Late Show cancellation gets mixed reaction from fans

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On Monday, Stephen Colbert made the news again as he landed his initial significant role since the cancellation of The Late Show on CBS and Paramount last month due to a decrease in late-night earnings.

The termination of Colbert’s show following a 10-year run sparked much debate: Some believed it was simply standard practice, while others argued that his politically liberal views turned off a sizable portion of prospective audience members.

People were stating that at age 61, Colbert was undeniably a symbolic martyr in the shifting political landscape under President Donald Trump. They admired the fact that Trump approved of the network’s choice to part ways with Colbert, who had been a persistent critic of him for years.

On Friday, Vulture revealed that the entertainer from Washington D.C., known for his night-time hosting gigs, is expected to appear as a guest on CBS’s series Elsbeth. They also mentioned that he started filming his part this past week in New York City, which seems to mimic real life.

In the illustrious series where I’m a devoted fan, stars like Retta, Matthew Broderick, Laurie Metcalf, and Jane Krakowski have graced our screens with their appearances in the past.

It seemed that many responses to Colbert’s initial significant career step following his termination showed approval.

Some viewers expressed approval towards Colbert on a personal level, yet they continued to express doubts about CBS and Paramount, wondering why Colbert would persist in collaborating with a company that some believe exploited him as a pawn in political games aimed at pleasing the president during a contentious merger.

One user expressed, “I’m really fond of Elspeth, or Carrie Preston, and Stephen. If it’s genuine, this could lead to an AMAZING showdown! However, it seems they might appear on NBC.

It was pointed out that CBS didn’t take into account the promotional value of Colbert’s show for their other programs when calculating their financial statements.

Said one user: ‘You can’t put a price on bending a knee.’

Some people continued to express their disapproval towards the late-night host, as one individual commented, ‘Snooze. He appears to be biased and unsuccessful.’

Another said of Elsbeth: ‘Oh – another show that doesn’t win its time slot.’

Some noted the irony in Colbert’s position on the show, with someone questioning, “Is it not amusing that Stephen portrays a late-night talk show host, only to find that his character was supposedly murdered by a network executive?

It has been speculated that ‘Typically, the well-known guest actor turns out to be the culprit in these types of shows. This is because the episodes usually start with the murder and follow the detectives as they unravel the mystery, so it’s likely that this character will be playing the role of the network executive who meets a violent end.’

Later on, the original post clarified that their statement was more a reflection on real-world occurrences rather than a genuine question, although they understand the point you presented.

54-year-old Sandra Oh, an Emmy-winning actress, faced criticism following some forceful remarks she made during her appearance on The Late Show on July 22. One notable CBS commentator suggested that Oh’s opinions were off-target.

I’m sure many people here, as well as those offering their support from afar, would like to convey their sympathy, sadness, and indignation about the cancellation of late-night shows,” Oh stated.

Mentioning a two-time Golden Globe awardee stated that a recent business-level decision, perceived by some as politically charged, significantly raised the bar for American standards during President Donald Trump’s second term.

The Sideways actress expressed that her actions were not just significant for herself and her family present, but also symbolized our cultural context, particularly the importance of free speech.

She apologized and asked for the host’s hand, saying, “To CBS and Paramount, I wish neither of you well.” (This version maintains the sentiment but is less offensive in tone.)

Colbert expressed his deep appreciation while giving a nod, further stating that they had proven to be excellent collaborators.

Later on, Tony Dokoupil from CBS Mornings commented that Colbert might have misjudged the reason for his show ending, as political factors became less dominant in late-night television, along with shifts in the economic and cultural landscape.

Dokoupil stated, ‘The company is facing challenges,’ implying it isn’t functioning optimally. Interestingly, he also pointed out a less-discussed aspect: the political landscape has shifted as well.

The business underwent transformations, leading to shifts in the political landscape as well. However, it became significantly biased, far exceeding the neutrality that Johnny Carson always maintained during his show. (Johnny Carson, who passed away in 2005, was known for maintaining a non-partisan approach to avoid alienating any part of his audience.)

Dokoupil remarked, “It’s worth considering the impact of those alterations too. There has been a significant cultural transformation in this area as well.

Within certain Hollywood groups, the decision to dismiss Colbert stirred debate, given that the late-night host has garnered endorsements from industry veterans like David Letterman, who have publicly spoken in his favor.

Additionally, it’s worth noting that Jon Stewart, a previous host of The Daily Show, expressed his belief that the cancellation of Colbert was strategically timed to facilitate the $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance Media.

The large business deal required approval from the Federal Communications Commission during Trump’s presidency, following the cancellation of The Late Show. (Paraphrased)

Stewart stated that a substantial part of the $8 billion worth of these programs you aim to terminate, suppress, and regulate, originated from those very shows,” (paraphrased)

Dokoupil mentioned that although he grasped the emotional perspectives Stewart presented, they didn’t align with sound business strategies.

He clarified that, although he doesn’t hold an MBA, the $8 billion merger isn’t based on re-runs of a comedy show as suggested. Rather, it is founded on the sales of movies, TV shows, and sports events.

‘They’re not based on reruns of [CBS Mornings] either, so I think it’s wrong.’

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2025-08-05 02:34