David Letterman Breaks His Silence on CBS Cancellation

In an unexpected move, CBS announced the cancellation of 'The Late Show,' a popular late-night program that David Letterman started back in 1993 and hosted for an impressive 22 years before handing it over to Stephen Colbert. While Letterman hasn’t publicly commented yet, his team has shared a revealing 20-minute supercut on the official Letterman YouTube channel, showcasing the comedian's long-standing criticisms of CBS.

A Legendary Roast of CBS

The collection of clips highlights Letterman’s wit, featuring moments where he openly mocks CBS or makes sardonic remarks about the network. The supercut's cheeky caption—'You can’t spell CBS without BS'—makes it clear how Letterman and his team feel about the shocking cancellation. One notable segment from 2007 has Letterman lampooning CBS for its lackluster promotion of 'The Late Show' in a half-page ad in USA Today. He quipped about their mistake that included a photo of his late-night competitor, Jay Leno, instead of himself: 'He’s not on CBS! I am on CBS!' The audience erupted in laughter at his incredulous reaction.

Colbert's Show Faces the Axe

On July 17, Stephen Colbert revealed that CBS was canceling not just his version of 'The Late Show' but the entire franchise by May 2026. While the official reason cited was 'financial,' many speculate deeper motives. Colbert's frequent critiques of Donald Trump raised eyebrows, with insiders questioning the merger situation between CBS’s parent company, Paramount Global, and Skydance.

Industry Reactions Pour In

The cancellation sparked outrage across the late-night community. Jimmy Kimmel took to Instagram, expressing his disdain with a blunt: 'F*** you and all your Sheldons, CBS.' Meanwhile, Jon Stewart raised doubts about CBS’s decision-making, questioning whether the move was purely financial or politically motivated, suggesting that silencing a show critical of a sitting president might have been the easier route amid a massive $8 billion merger.

Watch the Supercut

The poignant supercut, filled with Letterman’s iconic jabs and humor, serves as a bittersweet tribute to the legacy of late-night television. Catch the complete video linked below!