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The decline of late-night network talk shows can be attributed to a confluence of factors. Streaming services, social media, and on-demand entertainment have fundamentally altered how and what content people consume. Audience preferences have shifted toward more authentic, diverse, and less politically charged entertainment options.
Moreover, the type of content once common on these shows—particularly their heavy focus on political rhetoric—has contributed to their fall from grace. Many viewers grew tired of being lectured about vaccines, politics, and social issues during what should be light-hearted evening entertainment. The result has been a significant audience exodus, leaving these shows with diminishing relevance and financial viability.