“Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary on Tuesday defended President Trump in opposition to Stephen Colbert’s criticism following CBS’s announcement that it might finish the “Late Show” subsequent 12 months.
“Only a moron would tell the president to F off before he gets his check,” O’Leary stated throughout an look on CNN’s “NewsNight with Abby Phillip.”
Colbert responded to Trump’s celebration of his present’s finish on Monday’s episode, after the president stated he was glad the comic was fired and that he has no expertise.
“How dare you, sir,” he stated. “Would an untalented man be able to compose the following satirical witticism: ‘Go f‑‑‑ yourself.’”
Different late night time present hosts have rallied round Colbert as a champion of political commentary mused with punchlines and witty comebacks. Nevertheless, O’Leary echoed Trump’s deteriorating outlook on “The Late Show” and its skill to resonate with viewers.
The businessman stated CBS has misplaced “$46.2 million” on the greater than 30-year-old franchise, calling it “old” and “dead.”
“People geometrically are not watching late night TV anymore,” O’Leary instructed Phillip.
He predicted the present can be lower before its anticipated finish date in Could 2026.
“So, what’s gonna happen now, in my opinion, is tomorrow, CBS — his boss — will fire him, and they will litigate for the next five years his payout,” O’Leary stated.
“Get rid of this guy! If I were them, I’d whack this guy tomorrow,” he added.
Criticism over the community’s resolution has mounted following the $16 million settlement between its dad or mum firm Paramount International and Trump over a lawsuit in opposition to “60 Minutes” after they aired an interview of former Vice President Harris throughout the 2024 election. Whereas the corporate stated the choice was on account of “financial” causes, many appear skeptical.
Paramount can also be trying to safe a merger cope with leisure firm Skydance, which might require Trump administration approval.
Colbert grew to become the host of “The Late Show” in 2015, taking on from earlier host David Letterman.
