CBS Axe 'Late Show' Amid Trump Settlement

0:00On April 28, CBS just axed the late show with Stephen Colbert, calling it a straight financial move amid tough times for late-night TV. This hit in July 2025, only days after Colbert blasted CBS parent Paramount on air for their $16 million settlement with President Trump over a 60-minute story. Many see the timing as no coincidence, especially since that deal helped Greenlight Paramounts merger with Skydance Media. In his rife, that the cancellation was a nod to Trump and his administration to keep things smooth. Back in 2023, CBS pushed Colbert to extend his contract for up to five years, and he inked a three-year deal. Fast-forward less than two years, and they pull the plug, leaving folks wondering what flipped the script. Colbert himself told The New York Times he gets both sides. Yeah, broadcast TV is hurting from YouTube and streaming wars, making it hard to cash in. Colbert also admits the timing looks shady, especially after the network settled that $20

1:01billion frivolous lawsuit for peanuts. He doesn't fight their business rationale, but notes they were all in on him not long ago. Colbert shut down grides from the Trump camp that late-night shows like his are two partisan. He said he has no beef for Republicans. His issue is Trump acting like a narcissist out for himself, willing to let the world burn. That's not politics. It's just paying attention. His money, woes, and political pressure could be a play here, and Colbert is cool with that nuance as the late-night era shifts. Stay tuned for what he does next. Entertainment and celebrity news today, powered by AI bringing you what's trending. I'm Corey with The Story.