Stephen Colbert Asks Netflix to Call Him After CBS Cancellation

Stephen Colbert is not one to shy away from poking fun at himself, especially when it comes to the recent cancellation of “The Late Show” on CBS. During his final taping before a summer break, Colbert made light of the situation by referencing a story from The Daily Beast about vice president JD Vance’s extravagant request to raise the water level of an Ohio river for a boat trip he took for his birthday.

In a hilarious twist, Colbert introduced a new character called “Wittle Pwince Vance,” complete with a baby voice and a mask of Vance’s face wearing a crown. Mocking Vance’s entitled behavior, Colbert joked about ridiculous demands for his birthday celebration. He even playfully called out for offers from other networks, jokingly mentioning Netflix and Amazon as potential suitors once “The Late Show” concludes in May 2026.

Colbert also addressed recent criticisms from Donald Trump, who took shots at him and other late night hosts. Trump’s comments came amidst Paramount’s $16 million settlement with the president following a legal dispute over “60 Minutes.” While Paramount claimed the cancellation of Colbert’s show was a financial decision, speculation arose about potential political motivations behind the move. This led to a flurry of responses from journalists, Hollywood labor unions, and even Trump himself.

During the show, Colbert played a clip of Trump dismissing him and his late night counterparts as lacking talent. Colbert cleverly responded by acknowledging the ratings success of his show and humorously downplaying his own abilities. He even joked about creating a fake promo featuring Trump praising the show, ending with a tongue-in-cheek “Still Canceled!” stamp over the graphic.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the cancellation of “The Late Show,” Colbert remains upbeat and ready to tackle whatever comes next. With his trademark wit and charm, Colbert continues to entertain audiences while keeping them on their toes with his quick wit and irreverent humor. As he looks towards the future, one thing is certain – Stephen Colbert will always find a way to make us laugh, no matter what network he calls home.