Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Summary
Byron Allen’s show "Comics Unleashed" will take over the late night time slot on CBS after "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" ends. His company will air two episodes back-to-back at 11:35 p.m. ET on weekdays, replacing the canceled show due to financial reasons.Key Facts
- "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" is ending on CBS because of financial challenges in late night TV.
- Byron Allen’s "Comics Unleashed" will air two episodes each weeknight at 11:35 p.m. ET starting Friday.
- Another show by Allen’s company, "Funny You Should Ask," will move to 12:37 a.m. ET.
- Allen offered to provide "Comics Unleashed" at no cost to CBS to save money and maintain an audience.
- Allen owns many local TV stations and media properties, including The Weather Channel and stakes in major network affiliates.
- Allen started in comedy young and has written for famous comedians and appeared on Johnny Carson’s show.
- Allen wants to keep the late night audience entertained without politics, focusing on comedy that brings people together.
- CBS made the decision based on business reasons rather than show quality.
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