It’s impossible to ignore the effect that stalwart TV comedians like Johnny Carson, David Letterman, Conan O’Brien and more have had on younger generations of comedians and writers. Oliver voiced his hope for that cycle of influence to continue on, even if it won’t be the same.

Stephen Colbert will stay in late-night television despite the cancelation of The Late Show. Colbert, 61, has joined CBS' new series Elsbeth — portraying a late-night talk show host. He will play the role of "the host of