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littlemissmartypants

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Fri Jun 12, 2026, 07:55 PM 9 hrs ago

ICYMI: Why Byron Allen Says Replacing Stephen Colbert Is a Financial Win for CBS



"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" took its final bow last month, closing 33 years of the storied "Late Show" franchise on CBS. It was replaced by "Comics Unleashed," hosted by Byron Allen, who purchased the time slot for $15 million per year. Allen, a media mogul and comedian, says that despite lower ratings, CBS made the right financial decision in selling him the spot. He explains why he believes his brand of apolitical, evergreen comedy will succeed in late night.

Tonight on Amanpour and Company Airs weekdays at PBS. Check local listings.

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ICYMI: Why Byron Allen Says Replacing Stephen Colbert Is a Financial Win for CBS (Original Post) littlemissmartypants 9 hrs ago OP
Allen can go fuck himself. dem4decades 8 hrs ago #1
And his fucking show is NOT funny oberle 7 hrs ago #2
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