Stephen Colbert got an assist on 'The Late Show' from some of his late-night rivals following CBS's sudden decision to axe the show.

John Oliver is calling the cancellation of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert “incredibly sad.” While speaking to reporters over the weekend, Oliver was asked his thoughts about the news, which CBS revealed in a surprise announcement on Thursday. A daily brief about what matters and what's interesting in Hollywood.

That said, Oliver is "looking forward to seeing what [Colbert’s] going to do next because that man will not stop."

John Oliver was asked why he picked the New York Mets over the New York Yankees when he first moved to America. He didn't mince words.