Late Show Ends, Byron Allen Takes Over

0:00It's April 7, you're listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today, AI-powered pop culture updates on Corey with the story. CVS is calling time on the late show with Stephen Colbert, set to wrap up in May 2026 after more than a decade in the spotlight. The franchise, which has dominated late night for over 30 years, ends for good on May 22nd. Starting the very next night at 11.35pm, Byron Allen takes over with his comics unleashed, followed by funny you should ask, at 12. 35am for a solid two-hour comedy block. Byron Allen's been steering comics unleashed since 2006, turning it into a go-to spot for comedians like Tiffany Haddish and Cedric the entertainer to riff in a roundtable setup. He built it to spotlight fellow comics and give folks a laugh and now CVS is handing him the prime slot. Colbert broke the news to his live audience, making it clear this ain't just the host switch, he's not getting replaced, the whole show's heading out.

1:00Fans feel the sting of losing that late night staple, but Colbert is staying positive, planning to soak up these final months with his crew. The deal's got a fresh twist. Allen's company is buying the airtime from CVS and selling its own ads, giving them full control. Network Brass called it a money move, unrelated to ratings or the show's vibe. As laughter fills that slot moving forward, late night evalls once more, proving comedies got legs no matter who's holding the mic.