Jimmy Kimmel extends deal with ABC for another year
Jimmy Kimmel Live! deal extended at ABC months after suspension
- Jimmy Kimmel has secured a deal with Disney to extend his late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, for an additional year, now running until May 2027.
- This extension follows a brief suspension of the show in September, which occurred after Kimmel made comments regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
- The suspension ignited a national debate on free speech and led to a public disagreement involving Kimmel, the FCC and Donald Trump.
- Upon his return, Kimmel clarified his intentions, stating he never meant to trivialize the murder and called for compassion, which resulted in a significant boost in viewership.
- Donald Trump publicly criticized ABC for reinstating Kimmel, while Kimmel recently addressed Trump directly on his show, jokingly suggesting they leave their respective roles together.