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Fallon Eyes Live Episodes as CBS Exits Late Night

9/10/2025

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Jimmy Fallon plans to host The Tonight Show until viewership declines, with his contract lasting until 2028.
CBS will exit the late-night genre after Stephen Colbert's contract ends in May 2026.
Fallon is considering live episodes to return to the show's original format.
Steve Martin injured his finger during a game but continued filming, prompting Fallon to share his own injury stories.
Fred Armisen revealed an Uncle Fester spinoff is in early development, with Netflix exploring more Addams Family stories.

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Jimmy Fallon plans to host The Tonight Show until viewership declines, with his contract lasting until 2028.
CBS will exit the late-night genre after Stephen Colbert's contract ends in May 2026.
Fallon is considering live episodes to return to the show's original format.
Steve Martin injured his finger during a game but continued filming, prompting Fallon to share his own injury stories.
Fred Armisen revealed an Uncle Fester spinoff is in early development, with Netflix exploring more Addams Family stories.