Stephen Colbert, cancelled late night TV host
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Stephen Colbert’s Late Show predecessor has weighed in on CBS’ decision to cancel the late night program — and no, he’s not happy about it. Original Late Show host David Letterman, who helmed the CBS show from 1993 to 2015 before Colbert took over,
CBS announced Thursday it is ending "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retiring the franchise in May 2026. CBS News 24/7 anchor and featured host of "CBS Mornings" Vlad Duthiers has the details.
"CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil took exception to the liberal outrage over CBS' cancellation of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," citing political and financial factors.