Following the announcement of the cancellation ofThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert, fans of another late-night legend have called for his return. Acclaimed TV host Craig Ferguson is best-known as the host ofThe Late Late Show with Craig Fergusonfrom 2005-2014, one of thelongest-running talk shows of all time.
CBS announced the cancellation ofThe Late Show with Stephen Colbertin an unexpected move that has caused some controversy. The show is set to end in 2026 and will not be coming back. Following the announcement, there have been calls for Ferguson’s return to late-night TV.
PerTV Insider, fans of late-night legend Ferguson have called for the Scottish-American actor and comedian to return to late-night television. Many fans weighed in, giving their views that Ferguson should have gotten Colbert’s role inThe Late Show, and that he still has plenty to offer to late-night TV. Check out some of the fan comments below:
@SeanJoseph1978stated, “Can we replace Stephen Colbert with somebody funny, like Craig Ferguson? (who should’ve had the gig, in the first place).”
@JBMatas23582claimed that Ferguson should have been the one to replace Letterman, and that Colbert should not have gotten the role in the first place.
Another X user, and Ferguson fan,@flyfoxprorevealed that the only late night show he watched regularly was Ferguson.
Yet another X user,@KissNightingale, pointed out, “Biggest mistake was not giving Craig Ferguson the job at CBS. I loved his show.”
What This Means For The Future Of Late Night TV
Ferguson Could Provide A Stay Of Execution
Ferguson returning to late-night television would be a huge move, and could provide a stay of execution for many of the issues that talk shows are facing. There is no question thatthe last days of the late-night talk showmovement are here, and bringing Ferguson back might delay the inevitable, but things don’t look good long-term.
CBS has confirmed thatThe Late Showfranchise is not set to return. Unlike when David Letterman retired and Colbert took over the hosting gig, the legacy show will be going dark altogether. So, despite calls for Ferguson to take over, it doesn’t feel like this is a feasible option, and it is unlikely the decision would be reversed.
Nevertheless, Ferguson’s fan comments indicate that he still commands great respect and popularity. If ever he decides to return to the TV sandbox, it’s clear that he would be more than welcomed.
Our Take On The Chances Of A Ferguson Return
It Would Make A Lot Of Sense
Ferguson was hugely popular during his time onThe Late Late Showlargely due to his charisma, unique style, comedic approach, and ad-libbing. He was a strong screen presence, and one that is sorely missed in recent years of late-night talk shows, so now feels like a good time for Ferguson to return.
If it is to be the last days of America’s late-night talk shows, then a victory lap with a legend like Ferguson would be a great way to bookend this cultural movement. It would make a lot of sense for him to return, but it’s just a shame that any return would not be enough to salvageThe Late Showbrand.
