The decision shocked Hollywood. Andy Cohen called it “a sad day for late night.” Lawmakers like Warren and Adam Schiff publicly questioned whether Colbert’s pointed monologues hastened his exit. For Jimmy Kimmel, the cancellation erases one of the few peers who match his mix of political satire and ratings heft.

Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has become a very polarizing figure over the years, there's no question about it. Earlier this week, CBS announced that "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" will end in May 2026.

CBS has claimed that the cancellation of Trump-bashing show was a ‘financial decision’ despite timing of merger

President Donald Trump was gleeful over Stephen Colbert's cancellation, saying his "talent was even less than his ratings" on Truth Social.