We are no longer in the heated era of Letterman andJay Leno.
The competition is now friendly, with everyone seemingly a fan of their counterparts.
For half a decade, the negative energy turned instead towardDonald Trumpand politics in general.
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For some hosts, that became their entire brand.
Others have tried to hold on to the light, feel-good comedy of days gone by.
But all of them have looked to create their own identity in the world of comedy.
Here are the best late-night talk show hosts ranked in the modern era of late night.
Corden’s ability to bring his comedy stylings to the outside.
For the most part, many late-night programs on the big networks stick to one-on-one interviews.
If there was a musical, chances are people would assume Corden would be cast in it!
Corden’s spirit was his bright spot and shining legacy on late night television.
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The Late Late Show with james Cordenis currently not available for streaming or purchase.
Instead, it puts its guests in a game show format.
Handler hostedChelsea Latelyon E!
from 2007 until 2014.
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NBC went back toJay Leno, leaving Conan O’Brien without a late night slot.
So, TBS came to the rescue to bring the comedian to their neck of the woods.
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The series ran for 11 seasons from 2010 until 2021.
No matter what, Fallon has continued to entertain audiences with his unique brand of crack-up comedy.
Fallon is a terrific performer, which is what made him so popular onSaturday Night Live.
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Still, if you prefer a simpler monologue and fun games, a good time can be found.
This version ofThe Tonight Showcertainly has the Jimmy Fallon brand all over it.
Cohen has done it all.
He’s been a news producer and appeared on news shows as well.
With Cohen, the show only continues to get bigger.
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4Jimmy Kimmel
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Jimmy Kimmelis the longest-tenured veteran on the list,having hosted his ABC show since 2003.
That doesnt mean hes lost his sense of fun.
And no matter whats happening in the world, his feud withMatt Damonwill not die.
His years of co-hosting Weekend Update withTina Feyprepared him for the world of late night.
It lets the issues linger in our psyche, rather than being replaced by something else the next night.
It was during the Trump years that Colbert took off, finding his voice by simply being himself.
It was during the Trump years that Colbert took off, finding his voice by simply being himself.
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