Donald Trump is once again making headlines with his strong opinions on late-night television, particularly after the news of Seth Meyers’ contract extension and Stephen Colbert’s show cancellation. Is this just typical Trumpian commentary, or is there a deeper game at play in the world of celebrity and politics? We’re diving into the latest social media storm, analyzing the implications for late-night hosts, and exploring what this means for the intersection of entertainment and political discourse. Get ready for some unfiltered insights!
Trump vs. Late Night: The Saga Continues
Well, it looks like Donald Trump has found his new favorite target: late-night television. In a classic Trump move, he took to Truth Social to air his grievances, and this time, Seth Meyers was in the crosshairs. Apparently, Trump caught wind of a “sick rumor” that NBC had extended Meyers’ contract, and he was not happy about it. He called Meyers one of the “least talented” hosts out there, with “no Ratings, Talent, or Intelligence.” Ouch. [1]
This all comes on the heels of the news that Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show” is getting canceled, which Trump, of course, took credit for. He claimed he was “solely responsible” for Colbert’s firing, which, let’s be real, is a bit of a stretch. CBS said it was a financial decision, but Trump’s not one to let facts get in the way of a good story. He even went on to predict that Jimmy Kimmel would be “next.” It’s like he’s the grim reaper of late-night, just pointing his finger and deciding who’s next to go. [2]
It’s no secret that Trump and these late-night hosts have a long history of, let’s say, not getting along. Meyers, in particular, has been a vocal critic of Trump for years, with his “A Closer Look” segment often taking deep dives into the former president’s policies and statements. So, it’s not exactly a shock that Trump isn’t a fan. But to go on a social media tirade about a contract extension? That’s a whole new level of petty.
What’s really interesting here is the timing of it all. With the 2026 election cycle starting to heat up, it seems like Trump is trying to control the narrative and silence his critics. By attacking these hosts, he’s not just going after them personally; he’s trying to discredit the platforms they use to reach millions of viewers. It’s a classic move from the Trump playbook: attack, deflect, and create a media frenzy. And, as usual, it’s working. Everyone’s talking about it, and that’s exactly what he wants. It’s a wild world out there in the intersection of politics and entertainment, and it looks like it’s only going to get crazier. [3]
External Links:
[1] Forbes: Trump Angered By Late Night Host Seth Meyers’ Contract Extension
[2] USA Today: Donald Trump blasts ‘insecure’ Seth Meyers, ‘Late Night’ contract extension
[3] Yahoo Entertainment: Amidst Late Night Shakeup, Donald Trump Is Now Taking Shots At Seth Meyers And NBC