The buzz around After Midnight continues to grow. The show, hosted by comedian Taylor Tomlinson, will be back for a second season in 2024-25.
CBS Renews After Midnight
CBS recently confirmed the renewal of After Midnight, an irreverent comedy series that’s part game show, part talk show. Amy Reisenbach, CBS Entertainment president, praised Taylor: Taylor is a gifted comedian who brings a unique voice, energy and plenty of rizz to late night. I learned rizz is a real word thanks to the show
. This second season will continue Tomlinson’s smart takes on the hilariously absurd corners of the internet.
The Comedy Dynamics of Taylor Tomlinson
A critically acclaimed comedian, Tomlinson is known for her Netflix specials Look at You and Quarter Life Crisis. Over the years, she has developed a fresh comedic voice which resonates well with audiences. Interestingly, Taylor has disclosed that she reviews jokes with her therapist, adding an introspective twist to her comedic style.
The Colbert Connection
Stephen Colbert serves as an executive producer for Spartina Industries, one of the production partners of the show. Stephen himself introduced Taylor during an episode of his own late-night show. His early admiration for her work is evident: When she was just starting out, the algorithm started feeding her to me years ago
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A Shared Vision
The creative minds behind After Midnight—CBS Studios, Spartina Industries, and Funny Or Die—continue propelling this venture forward. This collaboration boasts seasoned names such as Joe Farrell, Mike Farah, Whitney Hodack among others in their roster.
The Show’s Unique Format
After Midnight is inspired by Comedy Central’s EMMY® Award-winning series @midnight. With a witty monologue and audience interaction segments helmed by Tomlinson, it navigates through the best/worst/weirdest internet content daily.
An Exciting Road Ahead
This dynamic combination has captivated nearly 900k followers across social media platforms since its premiere week. As Taylor continues to evolve as a host and comedian, her future with CBS seems promising.
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