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Steven Colbert, the host, reacted dismissively to critics and former hosts like David Letterman, while former rivals like Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel also faced scrutiny. Trump’s candid reaction, posting praise for Colbert’s firing and predicting others’ demise, exemplifies how deeply intertwined politics and celebrity culture have become.
The loss of such institutions signifies a shift: where once late-night TV was a cultural flagship, it now exists as a battleground for political and social influence, with viewership declining and fans disconnected from the content.