CBS Cancels Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Amid Corporate Restructuring
TL;DR
CBS canceled 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' ending a franchise that began in 1993, amid speculation that the decision was influenced by corporate mergers and financial considerations, despite Colbert's popularity and critical acclaim. Former producer Rob Burnett criticized the move, emphasizing Colbert's talent and suggesting the cancellation was not performance-related.
- Former ‘Late Show’ EP Rob Burnett Reflects On Stephen Colbert Cancellation: “Never Threaten A Corporate Merger” Deadline
- Inside CBS’ ‘agonizing decision’ to cancel Colbert’s top-rated late-night show CNN
- Why Is Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Getting Canceled? The New York Times
- Joe Scarborough decries ‘terrible’ timing of Stephen Colbert ‘Late Show’ cancellation MSNBC News
- Why CBS Snatched Its Talk-Show King’s Crown The Atlantic
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