Late Night host Jimmy Kimmel expressed respect for Stephen Colbert’s final “The Late Show” episode, noting no competition existed between their programs. He humorously urged viewers to catch Colbert’s last CBS show.
Gracious Exit
On Wednesday, Kimmel announced his show would not air Thursday, aligning with the “The Late Show’s” finale. He emphasized mutual respect from the CBS team and criticized those responsible for Colbert’s departure, suggesting they should feel remorse, even if unlikely.
“I will be watching tomorrow night. I hope that those of you who watch also will also tune in to CBS for the last time. Don’t ever watch it again.” — JIMMY KIMMEL
Comedic Moments
Comedians tackled the news of Raúl Castro’s indictment by the Trump administration. Kimmel and Ronny Chieng made light of Castro’s age, questioning the practicality of a potential sentence.
- Chieng joked about Castro’s peers needing a Ouija board.
- Kimmel doubted Castro would finish another cigar.
- Both recognized the absurdity of charges from decades ago.
Highlights and Anticipation
Basketball analyst Sue Bird shared her NBA championship insights on “The Tonight Show.” Meanwhile, Thursday night’s buzz surrounds the series finale of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.”
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