Overview
Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, was not aired on Wednesday evening due to a decision by the network to preempt the show indefinitely. This decision followed controversial comments made by Kimmel regarding conservative influencer Charlie Kirk’s death.
Incident Background
Comments Made by Kimmel: Earlier in the week, Kimmel made remarks on his show that were deemed inappropriate concerning Charlie Kirk’s death.
Response from FCC Chairman: Brendan Carr, the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), publicly called for Kimmel’s suspension in light of these comments.
Network’s Decision
Official Statement: A spokesperson for the network announced that “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” would be “preempted indefinitely.”
Industry Reaction: The decision faced backlash from unions representing entertainment professionals and TV writers, who condemned the network’s action.
Additional Information
Awards Recognition: Jimmy Kimmel is recognized for his work, having won the Outstanding Host for a Game Show Award for “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.”
Event Attendance: Kimmel was present at the 2025 Creative Arts Emmy Awards held on September 07, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.
Parent Company
The Walt Disney Company is the parent organization of both Disney Entertainment and ABC News, which are associated with the network airing “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”.
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