Stephen Colbert details how he found out his show was being canceled, how he told his staff and audience

Stephen Colbert revealed on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Tuesday how he learned about his show's cancelation from his manager and the challenging process of telling his staff.

Kimmel, Colbert reflect on career shakeups in late-night crossover

Kimmel recalled how he found out his show was suspended by ABC, while Colbert recounted his 2026 cancellation.

Colbert Tells Kimmel the Story of How He Broke the News His Show Was Canceled, Audience ‘Thought It Was a Bit’ | Video

Stephen Colbert tells Jimmy Kimmel the story of how he broke the news of his cancellation to his staff and audience

Conan O'Brien reminds Stephen Colbert of his late-night advice: 'Don't speak truth to power! Cowardice is the way!'

Conan O'Brien is trying to save late night, one counseling session at a time. While the former late-night host stopped by Stephen Colbert 's The Late Show on Monday to promote his role in the film If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, O'Brien couldn't let the interview pass by without commenting on the current state of his former industry.
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