Jimmy Kimmel blasted CBS for axing “ The Late Show with Stephen Colbert ” after 10 seasons while throwing his support behind his friend and fellow late-night host.

Jimmy Kimmel has come to the defence of his fellow late-night host, Stephen Colbert, following the announcement that CBS has decided to cancel The Late Show. The network confirmed on Thursday (17 July) that the long-running franchise would come to an end, describing the host as “irreplaceable” and citing a “financial decision”.