Colbert Says “Something Changed” In The Way CBS Viewed His Show In The Past Few Years
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Key Points:
- Stephen Colbert's cancellation of The Late Show, set for May 21, was officially described by CBS as a financial decision amid challenges in late-night TV, though Colbert hinted it followed his on-air criticism of Paramount Global's $16 million settlement with Donald Trump.
- Colbert acknowledged the network's stated reasons but suggested the timing and circumstances raised questions, noting that CBS had been eager to keep him on the show less than two years before the cancellation.
- He emphasized that multiple truths can coexist, recognizing the difficulties in monetizing broadcast TV due to competition from streaming and online platforms, while also implying internal factors influenced the decision.
- Despite the controversy, Colbert expressed gratitude rather than resentment for his 11 years on CBS, choosing to focus on positive reflections as the show concludes.
