Jimmy Kimmel is openly reflecting on the future of his own late-night career following the cancellation of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” suggesting the move has prompted broader questions about the direction of the genre.

In an interview with Vulture published Monday, Kimmel said he felt discouraged by CBS’ decision to end Colbert’s program. The cancellation has sparked renewed discussion across the entertainment industry about the long-term viability of traditional late-night television formats.

“I feel a little bit defeated by it,” Kimmel said when asked about the network’s decision.

He went on to suggest that the situation has caused him to reflect on his own career path and how long he intends to remain in the late-night space.

“In a lot of ways, I feel like I’m looking at my own future,” he added.

Kimmel’s comments come at a time when the late-night television landscape is facing increasing pressure from changing viewing habits, streaming competition, and shifting audience demographics. What once dominated network schedules is now competing with a wide range of digital content platforms that operate around the clock.

Industry observers note that long-running shows are increasingly having to adapt to a fragmented media environment, where viral clips and online distribution often matter as much as traditional broadcast ratings.

While no official announcements have been made regarding Kimmel’s departure or retirement plans, his remarks have fueled speculation about how long the current generation of late-night hosts will remain in their roles.

As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, questions about the future of legacy television formats are becoming more common. For now, Kimmel remains in his position—but his comments suggest he is already thinking about what comes next.

And we are thinking about it too.