Colbert's Cancellation: Comedy Stars Unite in Epic Late Show Outburst!

2025-07-22 06:00:13.271

A wave of comedy's biggest names, including Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Jon Stewart, and Adam Sandler, flocked to 'The Late Show' to support Stephen Colbert following the unexpected announcement of its cancellation. The show, nominated for multiple Emmys just days prior, was axed by CBS despite being top-rated. The celebrity audience participated in various comedic skits, including musical performances by Weird Al Yankovic and Lin-Manuel Miranda, and humorous interactions between audience members like Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper, and Fallon and Meyers. Colbert himself addressed the cancellation, jokingly blaming 'cancel culture' and questioning the network's reasoning, especially given the show's high ratings and the significant financial losses reported. He pointedly referenced CBS's $16 million settlement with Donald Trump, hinting at possible misallocation of funds. While many stars showed their support, Jimmy Kimmel was absent but sent a supportive message online. The episode ended with a pointed jab at Paramount, CBS's parent company, showcasing a cartoon President Trump holding a Paramount sign.