Fallon, Stewart, Oliver, Meyers Rally At Colbert's Late Show After Cancellation

Following CBS' decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert after the 2025-26 season, numerous late-night hosts and comedians rallied in support of Colbert. Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, and Jon Stewart appeared on Colbert's show to express solidarity, with performances and humorous references to current events and recent controversies involving CBS and President Donald Trump. The cancellation, officially cited as a financial decision by CBS, has been widely speculated to be linked to Colbert's outspoken criticism of Trump and Paramount Global's settlement of a lawsuit involving Trump. Colbert responded with sharp humor and defiance, directly addressing Trump and dismissing predictions that other late-night hosts would be next to face cancellation. Jimmy Kimmel, although absent due to vacation, vocally condemned CBS' decision, underscoring the industry's collective dismay. The event highlighted the close-knit nature of the late-night community and their support for Colbert amidst the unexpected shutdown of the highest-rated late-night show.