Is Bill Maher Headed for Retirement?
Veteran comedian and political commentator Bill Maher has hinted at a potential提前retirement from his long-running HBO show, "Real Time with Bill Maher." This bombshell revelation came during a recent episode of his podcast, "Club Random," where he engaged in a candid conversation with actress and activist Jane Fonda.
Maher expressed concerns about the political landscape, particularly the prospect of Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2024. "It’s hard to believe," Maher stated, adding, "I mean, I may quit because I don’t want to do another. I did Trump. I did all the Trump stuff before anybody. I called him a con man before anybody. I did. He’s a mafia boss. I was the one who said he wasn’t going to concede the election. I’ve done it.”
Fonda attempted to rally Maher, suggesting he explore new avenues and steer clear of Trump-centric topics. "Well, then how come he’s so hostile to Jimmy Kimmel and not to you?" she questioned.
Maher countered Fonda’s suggestion by noting Trump’s continued antagonism towards him. "He’s very hostile to me," Maher confirmed. "He tweets about me every week."
This is not the first time Trump has publicly criticized Maher. On social media, Trump has repeatedly launched attacks on Maher, labeling him “ratings challenged”, a “befuddled mess”, “sloppy and tired,” and further claiming he hosts “B and C list guests."
Despite Fonda’s encouragement to diversify his content, Maher insisted that "the show is the politics." He argued that Trump’s potential return to prominence would inevitably dominate news cycles, leaving little room for alternative subject matter.
This surprise admission arrives shortly after HBO renewed "Real Time with Bill Maher" for two additional seasons, extending the show’s run through 2026. The renewal underscores Maher’s enduring popularity and the network’s confidence in his continued ability to draw viewers.
The future of "Real Time" remains uncertain, leaving fans and critics alike to speculate about the comedian’s next move. Will Maher walk away from his influential platform? Or, will he channel his anxieties into another round of sharp-tongued political commentary?
