Donald Trump has renewed his feud with Jimmy Kimmel, publicly demanding the comedian’s removal from television. This stemmed from Kimmel’s jokes regarding the “Hurricane Epstein” and questions about Trump’s involvement in the Epstein files. Trump, in response, called Kimmel “NO TALENT” and criticized ABC News. This follows a previous suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” after Kimmel made remarks about an assassination, highlighting the ongoing tension between Trump and the late-night host.
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On Tuesday night, Jimmy Kimmel paid tribute to his longtime friend and “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” bandleader, Cleto Escobedo III, who recently passed away. The two were inseparable since childhood, sharing a bond that extended to their professional lives, where Escobedo led the show’s band for over two decades. Kimmel shared fond memories of their shared experiences, highlighting their unique connection and the impact Escobedo had on his life. Escobedo was remembered as a phenomenal musician who toured with Paula Abdul and a great friend to many. Kimmel announced the show would take a break due to Escobedo’s passing.
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Jimmy Kimmel has proposed a televised cognitive test showdown between Donald Trump and Democratic Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jasmine Crockett after Trump boasted about passing the test and challenged the Democrats’ intelligence. Crockett accepted the challenge, pointing out that Trump’s criticisms often target women of color. Kimmel and Crockett mocked Trump by quizzing her with questions that were similar to those asked in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment that Trump took.
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A recent YouGov poll reveals that Jimmy Kimmel holds a higher favorability rating than Donald Trump, with a +3 net favorability compared to Trump’s -13. This follows a controversy where Kimmel’s show was briefly suspended due to comments regarding the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The poll also found that most respondents did not believe Kimmel’s comments warranted a suspension. Following his return, Kimmel’s show saw a significant increase in viewership and his comeback monologue garnered millions of views across multiple platforms.
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The recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show highlighted a power struggle between ABC and large broadcast groups, Nexstar and Sinclair, who own a significant number of ABC affiliates. Despite pressure from the FCC, the broadcast groups’ initial decision to remove Kimmel from their stations was ultimately unsuccessful. The economics of the situation favored ABC, as the broadcast groups risked losing viewers and revenue by preempting a popular program like Kimmel. Ultimately, the broadcast groups relented, recognizing that the long-term costs of the standoff outweighed the benefits, and the show was put back on air.
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Sinclair Broadcast Group has decided to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show on its ABC affiliate stations after days of blackout, citing a commitment to providing engaging programming for the widest possible audience. The decision follows Kimmel’s controversial remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The company, known for its conservative political content, had initially called for Kimmel to apologize and donate to Turning Point USA, leading to the preemption of the show in numerous cities. Despite ongoing discussions with ABC regarding accountability, feedback, and dialogue, Sinclair maintains its decision was independent, emphasizing its right to exercise editorial judgment and rejecting any government influence.
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Following Jimmy Kimmel’s recent suspension, several Disney investors are requesting the company provide documents related to the decision. These investors, including the American Federation of Teachers and Reporters Without Borders, believe there may have been potential wrongdoing, mismanagement, and breaches of fiduciary duty by the Disney board. The demand includes materials related to the show’s suspension, potential financial impact, and agreements with affiliate networks like Nexstar and Sinclair. The investors have threatened legal action if Disney does not comply with the document request within five business days.
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Following Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late-night television after a brief suspension, Vice President J.D. Vance criticized the monologue for failing to apologize to Charlie Kirk’s family for Kimmel’s previous comments. Kimmel’s initial remarks, which linked the murder of Kirk to the “MAGA gang,” drew significant backlash and led to the show’s temporary removal from the air. While Kimmel addressed the controversy on his return, emphasizing his intent was not to make light of the murder or blame any specific group, Vance and Nexstar Media Group, a parent company, have continued to evaluate the situation. Despite Kimmel’s expressions of understanding for those upset and his admiration for Kirk’s widow’s forgiveness, Nexstar continues to preempt the show on its ABC-affiliated local stations.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Jimmy Kimmel: The Real Reason He Dislikes Trump
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