Trump Turns Toward Kimmel and Fallon
Trump Slams Late Night Hosts
Donald Trump intensified his feud with late night TV, blasting Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, and Jimmy Kimmel.
At a White House press conference, he said:
“They have no talent” and claimed he could “pick any random person off the street” to do better.
Colbert’s Show Ending
CBS confirmed The Late Show will end in 2026, citing financial struggles despite strong ratings.
Some believe politics played a role after Colbert criticized Paramount Global over its settlement with Trump.
Industry Reactions
Kimmel publicly backed Colbert,
appearing on a billboard for Colbert’s Emmy campaign instead of his own.
Fallon appears safer, with a contract through 2028 and other hosting projects.
The Bigger Picture
Experts warn late night TV is shrinking as ad revenue falls and streaming grows.
Colbert himself accused networks of caving to a “vengeful and vindictive” president.
