Archive · 3 Aug 2025
Kimmel Supports Colbert for Emmy With Billboard Campaign
Jimmy Kimmel is supporting Stephen Colbert for an Emmy by putting up a billboard that says he's voting for him.
Colbert's show got canceled by CBS soon after getting an Emmy nomination.
This led to talk about if it was political.
Kimmel's own show is also nominated for an Emmy.
Other hosts also showed support for Colbert after the cancellation.
Jimmy Kimmel supports Stephen Colbert for an Emmy with a billboard campaign.
The billboard, reading "I’m voting for Stephen," is placed in West Hollywood.
Colbert's show, 'The Late Show', was canceled by CBS shortly after an Emmy nomination.
The cancellation sparked speculation about potential political motivations.
The Emmy nominations include 'The Late Show', 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', and 'The Daily Show'.
- Who
- Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert.
- What
- Jimmy Kimmel is publicly supporting Stephen Colbert for an Emmy.
- When
- During the Emmy awards season.
- Where
- A billboard in West Hollywood.
- Why
- Kimmel is campaigning for Colbert to win an Emmy.
Financial Reasons
Political Motivations
CBS's Stated Reason vs. Critics' Concerns
Financial Reasons
CBS said the cancellation of 'The Late Show' was a purely financial decision.
Political Motivations
Critics speculate that the cancellation was politically motivated due to the show's critical coverage.
- Supporter
- Jimmy Kimmel
- Show Supported
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
- Billboard Location
- West Hollywood
- Award Category
- Outstanding Talk Series
- Show Cancellation
- The Late Show
