Kevin O'Leary on Colbert's Trump attack: ‘Moron!'
'Only a moron would tell the president to F off before he gets his check,' O'Leary said during an appearance on CNN's 'NewsNight with Abby Phillip.'
Colbert responded to Trump's celebration of his show's end on Monday's episode, after the president said he was glad the comedian was fired and that he has no talent.
'How dare you, sir,' he said. 'Would an untalented man be able to compose the following satirical witticism: 'Go f‑‑‑ yourself.''
Other late night show hosts have rallied around Colbert as a champion of political commentary mused with punchlines and witty comebacks. However, O'Leary echoed Trump's deteriorating outlook on 'The Late Show' and its ability to resonate with viewers.
The businessman said CBS has lost '$46.2 million' on the more than 30-year-old franchise, calling it 'old' and 'dead.'
'People geometrically are not watching late night TV anymore,' O'Leary told Phillip.
He predicted the show would be cut sooner than its expected end date in May 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 said.
'Get rid of this guy! If I were them, I'd whack this guy tomorrow,' he added.
Criticism over the network's decision has mounted following the $16 million settlement between its parent company Paramount Global and Trump over a lawsuit against '60 Minutes' after they aired an interview of former Vice President Harris during the 2024 election. While the company said the decision was due to 'financial' reasons, many seem skeptical.
Paramount is also looking to secure a merger deal with entertainment company Skydance, which would require Trump administration approval.
Colbert became the host of 'The Late Show' in 2015, taking over from previous host David Letterman.
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