Colbert, Kimmel, Oliver, Meyers and Fallon Discuss Trump and Late-Night
The late-night world was abuzz with excitement as Stephen Colbert gathered his fellow late-night hosts Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers, and John Oliver on a recent episode of “The Late Show.” This star-studded event was a fitting send-off for Colbert, who is set to bid farewell to his role as the face of “The Late Show” as the show comes to an end on May 21.
During the joint interview, Colbert prompted his guests to make a case for the relevance of late-night television, which has faced challenges in recent years. Kimmel highlighted the strong fanbase of late-night shows, noting the loyalty of viewers who tune in each night, both on TV and online platforms like YouTube. He humorously shared an anecdote about viewers canceling Disney+ when his show was briefly suspended, contrasting it with the lack of cancellations for Paramount+.
Colbert then posed a thought-provoking question to the group, asking if they ever imagined as young comedians that they would be in a position where the President of the United States would have strong opinions about their work. Kimmel humorously referenced a recent encounter with First Lady Melania Trump, while Meyers and Oliver added their own witty remarks to the conversation.
The conversation took a more serious turn as the hosts discussed the cancellation of “The Late Show” by CBS in 2025. Speculation has arisen about the reasons behind the decision, with some suggesting that Colbert’s departure was linked to the merger between Paramount and Skydance. Former host David Letterman, who will be a guest on Colbert’s final shows, expressed his disapproval of CBS’ actions, calling the network’s leadership “lying weasels.”
As Colbert prepares to bid farewell to “The Late Show,” the late-night landscape continues to evolve. The camaraderie and humor shared among the hosts during their joint interview serve as a reminder of the impact and importance of late-night television in today’s media landscape. While the future of late-night may be uncertain, one thing is clear – the legacy of shows like “The Late Show” will continue to resonate with audiences for years to come.
