Stephen Colbert and Jasmine Crockett Join Forces After CBS Ouster—We’re Beyond Needing Their Approval. L2

Hollywood hasn’t seen a move this daring in decades. Just weeks after CBS stunned
viewers by dropping Stephen Colbert from The Late Show, the veteran comedian
has roared back with a shock announcement: he is launching a brand-new talk show — and he’s doing it with none other than rising political firebrand and internet sensation Jasmine Crockett.

The pairing has left audiences stunned, insiders scrambling, and rivals whispering
that the late-night landscape may never be the same again.

A Career Twist No One Saw Coming

For years, Colbert ruled late-night television. His satirical wit, sharp monologues,
and ability to skewer politicians of both parties made him a household name. But
behind the scenes, ratings battles and corporate pressures at CBS mounted. When
the network cut ties, critics rushed to label him “past his peak,” a star whose best
days were behind him

Now, Colbert has turned that narrative on its head. Standing side by side with
Jasmine Crockett, he declared to cameras: “We don’t need CBS’s approval anymore.
This show is ours, and it’s going to change late-night forever.”

The words landed like a thunderclap.

Jasmine Crockett: The Wild Card

For Crockett, the partnership is just as shocking — and just as promising. Once
dismissed as a fringe internet personality, she has quickly become a breakout star
thanks to her fiery political commentary and viral social media presence. Her
passionate following, particularly among younger avdiences, has made her one of
the fastest-rising voices in American media

Bringing her into the late-night format is a gamble — but one that could pay off.
“She’s not just a guest anymore. She’s a co-host, a partner, a disruptor,” said one
insider close to the project. “Pairing her with Colbert bridges two worlds: the legacy
of traditional comedy and the raw energy of online politics.”

The Statement That Shook Hollywood

The dvo’s announcement came during a press event in New York, where Colbert
and Crockett revealed plans for their yet-untitled show. Standing in front of a giant
digital marquee, they delivered a clear message to CBS and the entire television
industry.

“We don’t need gatekeepers. We don’t need corporate approval. We have the
audience — and the audience wants truth, laughter, and a little chaos,” Crockett
declared, drawing cheers from the crowd.

Colbert added: “I’ve done late-night with a network breathing down my neck. Now,
| get to do it with a partner who brings fire, honesty, and fearlessness. This isn’t just
a talk show. It’s a revolution.”

CBS Under Fire

The timing covlan’t be worse for CBS. The network, still reeling from declining
ratings across multiple platforms, now faces a public relations nightmare as Colbert’s new project gains momentum. Social media lit up immediately after the
announcement with hashtags like #ColbertReturns and #CrockettColbertShow
trending worldwide.