The network’s decision came shortly after Nexstar Communications Group, a major broadcast partner, announced it would stop airing the show starting Wednesday. Jimmy Kimmel, who has hosted the late-night show since 2003, made several sharp comments on Monday and Tuesday, criticizing conservative leaders’ reactions to Kirk’s death.
Why was Jimmy Kimmel suspended?
Kimmel sparked controversy when he said that “many in the MAGA camp are desperately trying to gain political mileage from Charlie Kirk’s murder.” He also mocked Republican leaders, including former President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and FBI Director Kash Patel, accusing them of politicizing the tragedy and mishandling the situation.
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In a monologue, Kimmel compared President Joe Biden’s response—lowering flags at half-staff at the White House—to Trump’s lighthearted comments about the White House ballroom project. Kimmel said: “This isn’t how an adult mourns the death of a friend. It’s like a four-year-old mourning the death of his goldfish.”
ABC and Nexstar’s Response
Nexstar Broadcasting President Andrew Alford criticized Kimmel’s comments, calling them “offensive and insensitive.” He said these views do not reflect the values of the local communities the company serves.
ABC, which has relied on Kimmel for its late-night shows for more than two decades, did not immediately say whether the suspension would be permanent.
Political Impact
Kimmel’s suspension was welcomed by some conservative leaders. White House Deputy Chief of Staff Taylor Budovich wrote on Twitter: “Welcome to Consequence Culture. Normal and sensible Americans will no longer tolerate this nonsense, and companies like ABC are finally taking the right and appropriate steps.”
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Kimmel, a longtime critic of Trump and his allies, has not yet publicly commented on the decision.
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information emerges.
People also ask
Why was Jimmy Kimmel’s show suspended?
Jimmy Kimmel Live! was suspended because the comedian made controversial comments about the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which ABC and its partner Nexstar deemed insensitive.
Has Jimmy Kimmel been permanently banned from ABC?
ABC has suspended the show indefinitely, but whether it will be permanent has not yet been confirmed.
What did Jimmy Kimmel say about Charlie Kirk’s death?
Kimmel accused conservative leaders of politicizing the murder, mocked Trump’s response, and accused authorities of mishandling the investigation.
How long has Jimmy Kimmel been hosting a late-night show?
Jimmy Kimmel has been hosting the show Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC since 2003, making him one of the longest-serving late-night hosts on TV.