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The Decline of Late Night Comedy: Political Focus and the Collapse of Steve Colbert’s Show
The landscape of late night talk shows has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade, shifting away from light-hearted entertainment towards heavily political content. This change, often driven by a desire to appeal to a specific political demographic, has resulted in waning ratings and the ultimate cancellation of longstanding shows. Last week marked a significant moment, with CBS announcing the end of The Late Show with Steven Colbert, signaling the demise of a show that once epitomized late night comedy.