John Oliver paid tribute to his old friend Stephen Colbert while promoting his rebranding efforts of Erie’s minor league baseball team, the Moon Mammoths. Oliver had previously announced his involvement in rebranding the Detroit Tigers’ Double-A affiliate team, also known as the Erie SeaWolves.
Speaking of Colbert’s cancelled show on CBS, Oliver expressed his sadness over the news, citing its impact on comedy and his personal connection to the late-night world. He acknowledged the importance of shows like “Late Night with Stephen Colbert” in shaping his career and the careers of others in the industry.
Other late-night peers, including Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers, and Andy Cohen, have offered their support for Colbert. Oliver himself is set to appear on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert multiple times before it ends its run.
The cancellation was met with criticism from comedian and critic, as well as the public, citing its potential impact on comedy and the value of having late-night shows like “Late Night with Stephen Colbert” in the industry.
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/07/john-oliver-late-show-with-stephen-colbert-reaction-1236463057