Seth Meyers Voices Concerns Over Late Night Show’s Future

Seth Meyers has expressed his concerns about the future of his late-night show, especially in light of recent industry changes. During an episode of the “Armchair Expert” podcast on July 28, 2023, host Dax Shepard asked Meyers if he still fears the cancellation of his show. Meyers, 51, candidly admitted, “Yeah, I do. I mean, only because it is such a [weird] time we’re living in as far as the entertainment industry.”

The cancellation of *The Late Show With Stephen Colbert* earlier this month has heightened these anxieties. Meyers reflected on his evolving fears, stating that he has transitioned from worrying about his performance to concerns about external factors impacting the late-night landscape. He commented, “My fear is weirdly more outside of my control, which is we might just, at some point, the ecosystem might not support it.”

Impact of Industry Changes on Late Night Television

Meyers has been the host of *Late Night With Seth Meyers* since 2014, following his departure from *Saturday Night Live*. He reminisced about his time at NBC Studios in New York City, noting, “I’m pretty close to have worked in the building as long as I hadn’t. That thing where you’re like, ‘Oh, I’ve spent more hours in that building than I spent in the house I grew up in.’”

His comments come after Stephen Colbert’s shocking announcement on July 17, 2023, that *The Late Show* would conclude in May 2024. Colbert informed viewers, “Next year will be our last season; the network [CBS] will be ending *The Late Show* in May.” This news was met with audible dismay from the audience. Colbert added, “I share your feelings. It’s not just the end of our show but it’s the end of *The Late Show* on CBS. I’m not being replaced. This is all just going away.”

Support from Fellow Hosts

The cancellation has prompted reactions from various late-night hosts, including Meyers, who took to Instagram to express his admiration for Colbert. He wrote, “For as great a comedian and host he is, Stephen Colbert is an even better person. I’m going to miss having him on TV every night but I’m excited he can no longer use the excuse that he’s ‘too busy to hang out’ with me.”

Meyers’ candid reflections underscore the uncertainty facing late-night television as the industry undergoes significant shifts. His acknowledgment of the current landscape highlights the challenges that hosts face in maintaining their shows amidst changing viewer preferences and corporate decisions.

As Meyers continues to navigate these uncertainties, his commitment to his show reflects a dedication to providing entertainment in an unpredictable environment. The future of late-night television remains uncertain, but the conversations surrounding it are vital to understanding the evolving dynamics of the industry.