David Letterman to Return to ‘Late Show’ After Blasting CBS as ‘Lying Weasels’
The Daily Beast • • entertainment
Key Points:
- David Letterman will return to CBS on May 14 to join Stephen Colbert for the final episode of The Late Show, marking his second appearance since passing the hosting role in 2015.
- Letterman harshly criticized CBS executives as “lying weasels” for firing Colbert, accusing them of dishonesty in the network’s handling of the show’s cancellation.
- Despite his criticisms, Letterman has consistently supported Colbert since the announcement of the show's end, calling the decision “pure cowardice” and predicting CBS will be embarrassed by their actions.
- Letterman also expressed disappointment over how political conflicts, particularly involving former President Trump, have negatively impacted the late-night television format.
- CBS responded to Letterman’s allegations by stating that the cancellation was strictly a financial decision, while Letterman’s YouTube channel posted a critical supercut highlighting his longstanding grievances with the network.
