Trump praises the suspension of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and says that the host's talent is not as good as the ratings.

CBS announced on Thursday that "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" will be canceled in May 2026, leaving fans and the entire entertainment industry shocked. In response, former President Trump welcomed the news and called the long-time host of the show "untalented." Just days before, Colbert criticized his boss for reaching a legal settlement with Trump on his show. Trump posted on Truth Social on Friday, saying, "I am absolutely thrilled that Colbert is being 'fired.' His talent is not even on par with his ratings." Colbert is known for his sharp humor and criticism of Trump, and his show has been one of the highest-rated late-night TV shows in America for years. CBS stated that the decision was purely financial and emphasized that it was not related to the show's comedy content or the business challenges faced by its parent company, Paramount.