“I Make This Solemn Vow”: Jimmy Kimmel Promises No More Jokes Until ‘The Late Show’ Returns — Colbert’s Reaction Sparks Social Media Firestorm
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Other hosts echoed similar sentiments, pledging to stand with Colbert and continue their shows in a “joke-free” fashion as a form of protest against what they see as a troubling precedent for the future of comedy on television.

Social Media Reaction and Public Response

Jimmy Kimmel Sends Love To Stephen Colbert After 'The Late Show' Axing

The move sparked a frenzy on social media, with hashtags like #BringBackColbert and #NoJokes trending nationwide. Fans of late-night television voiced both support and skepticism, with some applauding the unity among hosts and others questioning the effectiveness of the protest.

 

The Bigger Picture

Jimmy Kimmel Curses Out CBS In Support of Stephen Colbert After 'Late Show' Cancellation

The cancellation of “The Late Show” and the subsequent response from Kimmel and other hosts has reignited conversations about the evolving landscape of television comedy, changing viewer preferences, and the business realities facing network programming.

Whether Kimmel’s vow will influence CBS’s decision or mark a turning point in late-night television remains to be seen. For now, the industry—and its audiences—are watching closely as one of comedy’s most unexpected protests unfolds in real time.