CollegeHumor is Shutting Down
Published -
- August 5, 2019
- 5:30 pm
The World is Hers.
After losing an important yet annoying investor, the fate of the company falls into Katie’s little coke-dealing hands.
What is IAC’s plan for CollegeHumor after the site’s editorial operations have been shut down?
CollegeHumor, the popular comedy website known for its humorous videos and articles, has announced that it will be shutting down its editorial operations. The move comes in the wake of layoffs at the site and a shift in focus towards its parent company, IAC’s video production arm.
For over a decade, CollegeHumor has been a staple in the online comedy scene, producing viral videos and articles that were widely shared by young audiences. The website was founded in 1999 by Josh Abramson and Ricky Van Veen, who later sold the site to IAC in 2006.
However, in January 2020, the site announced that it would be laying off most of its staff, with only a handful of writers remaining to manage the site’s archives. This announcement came shortly after the announcement that IAC would be putting its resources into developing its video production wing, with CollegeHumor being rebranded as a talent incubator for IAC.
In a memo to its staff, the site stated that it would be “winding down” its editorial operations and focusing on producing video and other content for IAC Studios. The company also stated that it would be trying to find new homes for some of its popular web series, such as “Jake and Amir” and “Hardly Working.”
The announcement was a shock to both CollegeHumor’s staff and its fans, who had come to love the site’s irreverent humor and quirky content. Many took to social media to express their sadness at the news, with some calling it “the end of an era” in online comedy.
In recent years, CollegeHumor has faced increasing competition from other websites and social media platforms that offer similar content. The site also faced criticism for some of its more controversial content, which led to some advertisers pulling their support.
Despite its challenges, CollegeHumor remained a beloved site for many, and its closure leaves a void in the online comedy landscape. While the site may be gone, its legacy will live on through the countless videos and articles that continue to circulate on social media and through the memories of its fans.
In conclusion, CollegeHumor’s shutdown marks the end of an era in online comedy. While the site may no longer be producing new content, its impact on the world of digital entertainment is undeniable. We can only hope that the talent nurtured by the site will continue to thrive in whatever new ventures they pursue, and that the spirit of humor and creativity that CollegeHumor embodied will continue to inspire future generations of content creators.
