Staff Reports
In the world of late-night comedy, it’s not every day you see a conservative voice ruling the scene, especially with a network like Fox News, which is primarily a cable news channel available through cable, satellite, or streaming services. But that’s exactly what’s happening with Greg Gutfeld and his show, as he’s leaving the liberal competition in the dust. The numbers are speaking for themselves: Gutfeld’s audience is drawing in more than 3 million viewers on average per night, outshining the likes of ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel, who averaged 1.5 million. Even Stephen Colbert, once a late-night darling, managed only 1.9 million viewers. This has resulted not only in Colbert’s show’s cancellation but has also left him, and his activist-focused comedy, in the dustbin of TV history.
What makes Gutfeld’s rise to the top even more noteworthy is his unapologetic approach to comedy. While the usual suspects, Kimmel and Colbert, leaned heavily into politically charged jabs mostly aimed at conservatives, often coming off more as soapbox sermons than comedy routines, Gutfeld steered in a different direction. He blended comedy with a critique of the establishment, turning his sharp wit on the powerful – whoever they might be. This daring approach seems to resonate with audiences who are tired of being fed the same political talking points under the guise of humor. Instead, they find hilarity in genuine irreverence – something Gutfeld generously provides.
The notion that the audience might be tired of activism disguised as comedy is bolstered by CBS reportedly losing $40 million a year on Colbert’s show. The heavy investment seemed not to pay off, as viewers started changing the channel. As Gutfeld would say in his classic tongue-in-cheek style, the competition turned into something akin to a therapy session for the unhappy left, rather than entertaining the masses.
What’s more, Greg Gutfeld has been very clear about his dominance. When asked about Colbert’s cancellation and Kimmel’s floundering, Gutfeld expressed little surprise. By refusing to engage in the typical boot-licking customs of Hollywood, Gutfeld has called a spade a spade, winning respect and viewers alike.
All in all, Greg Gutfeld isn’t just surviving in the late-night comedy arena; he’s thriving, precisely because his brand of comedy doesn’t shy away from offending the powers that be. By not pandering to the established media’s biases and directly tackling the sheer comedy of the political landscape, he’s struck a chord with an audience that’s been seeking a fresh direction. Whether folks on the left approve or not, it’s clear that Gutfeld’s reign is based on true comedic principles: challenging the status quo and delivering genuine laughs. The numbers, as always, don’t lie.
