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David Letterman has responded to CBS' cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and the late-night icon isn't mincing words. David Letterman Breaks Silence on Shocking Late Show Cancellation
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Key FactsLetterman Blasts CBS Over Colbert Show Cancellation
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- David Letterman harshly criticizes CBS for ending Stephen Colbert’s Late Show, calling the move cowardly and unfair.
- He links the cancellation to Paramount Global’s recent $16 million settlement involving a lawsuit with Donald Trump.
- Letterman condemns CBS leadership and David Ellison’s role, highlighting their disregard for the evolving television industry.
- Despite the backlash, Letterman praises Colbert’s response and regards him as a martyr for the network.
I think one day, if not today, the people at CBS who have manipulated and handled this are going to be embarrassed because this is gutless.— David Letterman on CBS's decision to cancel 'The Late Show'.
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Key FactsStephen Colbert’s Late Show Faces Final Curtain
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- John Oliver described the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show as deeply sad news for comedy.
- CBS cited financial difficulties in the late-night sector as the reason for ending the long-running program.
- Colbert expressed gratitude for the past decade and the support from his staff and viewers.
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