Desus & Mero have confirmed that they are pursuing separate creative endeavors and their Showtime series won't return for a fifth season. A spokesperson for Showtime said in a statement via Twitter, “Showtime’s late-night talk show Desus & Mero will not be returning for a fifth season. Its final episode aired Thursday, June 23.”
According to Variety, Showtime said, “Desus Nice and The Kid Mero have made a name for themselves in comedy and in the late-night space as quick-witted cultural commentators.”
The statement continued, “Throughout its run, the series won a WGA Award, received Critics’ Choice nominations, and scored interviews with President Barack Obama, President Joe Biden, Derek Jeter, Missy Elliott, Denzel Washington, Charlize Theron, David Letterman, Yo-Yo Ma and many more. They have been brilliant hosts, and we wish them the best, along with the team at JAX Media and the incredible crew.”
Fans felt that Desus hinted that he had issues with his former co-host. He tweeted a few days back, “the hive deserved better than this ending. Reddit can slander my name but when the truth comes out…..actually just wait.”
He tweeted yesterday (July 18th), “Shouts to showtime & shouts to the hive, thanks for being part of the journey. proud of the show my staff made every episode. Big tings soon come….”