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May 6, 2026

Obama laughs as he hints Colbert could perform better than Trump as president, says 'bar has changed'

Barack Obama took multiple veiled digs at President Trump during a Stephen Colbert interview, suggesting the late-night host could perform better than him.

May 6, 2026

Obama, Colbert gush over Zohran Mamdani as they discuss Democratic Party's future

Former President Barack Obama and outgoing "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert praised New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani while discussing the future of the Democratic Party.

May 5, 2026

Conan O'Brien, Zach Galifianakis say it's a 'misconception' that comedy shows only target conservatives

Conan O'Brien claims the media doesn't just want to go after conservatives, despite years of late-night comedy shows targeting Trump and the right.

May 5, 2026

David Letterman blasts ‘lying weasels’ at CBS over Stephen Colbert cancellation

David Letterman calls CBS "lying weasels," saying the network's cancellation of Stephen Colbert's "Late Show" was not purely a financial decision.

April 28, 2026

Colbert calls Trump 'authoritarian' but rejects 'partisan' label in exit interview with NY Times

Stephen Colbert speaks out against Trump in a New York Times interview as he prepares to leave "The Late Show" following its cancellation by CBS in 2026.

April 27, 2026

Melania is right, Jimmy Kimmel shouldn’t have his show anymore: Bobby Burack

Opinion piece argues Jimmy Kimmel isn't worth the cost for ABC, citing declining ratings, falling ad revenue and controversial political humor.

April 24, 2026

Obama chooses supporter Stephen Colbert for debut interview at controversial presidential center

Barack Obama tapped ally Stephen Colbert for his first interview from the Obama Presidential Center, drawing derision from conservative commentators.

April 24, 2026

Late-night targets Trump attendance at White House Correspondents Dinner with impressions, 'alternative' roast

Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert took aim at Trump's White House Correspondents dinner attendance and the lack of a comedian host during their shows on Thursday.

April 24, 2026

FLASHBACK: Five of the most politically-charged moments at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

A look back at politically-charged moments from the White House Correspondents' Dinner from Stephen Colbert roasting George W. Bush to Axios' Alex Thompson calling out his colleagues.

April 15, 2026

Kimmel, Colbert silent on Eric Swalwell scandal after platforming Democrat

"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" have not addressed Eric Swalwell's alleged sexual misconduct scandals on Monday or Tuesday.