According to CBS, the decision was motivated by financial reasons and the challenging scenario of Late Night programs on open TV
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert It will be closed in May 2026, marking the end of one of the most lasting franchises on American television. The announcement was made by CBS, which stressed that the decision involves not only the departure of Stephen Colbertbut the definitive closure of the format started in 1993 with David Letterman.
The presenter shared the news with the public during a recording, revealing that he was informed of the decision only the night before. The audience reacted with surprise and disappointment in the face of the ad.
According to the broadcaster, the choice to end the program was motivated exclusively for financial reasons, amid a challenging scenario for Late Night on open TV. CBS emphasized that the decision is not related to the program’s performance, the content presented or the company’s internal factors.
Program performance and relevance
For almost a decade under the command of Stephen Colbert, The Late Show remained as an audience leader at his time, surpassing competitors as Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. In the second most recent quarter, the program registered an average of 2.4 million viewers, consolidating its prominent position in the segment.
Despite the success of the audience, the open television scenario has changed considerably in recent years. The drop in linear TV consumption, the migration of young audiences to digital platforms and the reduction of advertising revenues directly impacted the sustainability of traditional programs. Even with the popularity of Colbert And engagement on social networks, the station chose to prioritize cost cuts and restructuring of its grid.
Impact on entertainment and next steps
The end of The Late Show It represents a significant change in the panorama of US television entertainment. The program was the scene of interviews with personalities from cinema, music and politics, becoming a reference in format talk show Night. The decision of CBS follows a trend of reevaluation of investments in live content and variety programs, given the transformation of media consumption.
Stephen Colbertwho took over the post after the retirement of David Letterman In 2015, he thanked the public and the team for their support over the years. He said he will remain ahead of the program until the definitive closure, scheduled for May 2026.
SOURCE:BBC
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