Jimmy Kimmel
American talk show host and comedian
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politics Jul 7, 2026, 2:00 AM
Trump's interference in FIFA decision sparks global backlash
- President Donald Trump intervened in FIFA's decision regarding Folarin Balogun's red card during the World Cup.
- Tiffany Haddish mocked Trump for his lack of soccer knowledge and his unexpected defense of a Black player on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- The U.S. Men's Soccer team lost to Belgium, raising questions about the consequences of Trump's involvement.
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entertainment Jun 19, 2026, 8:59 PM
Jimmy Kimmel takes two-month break, Rosie O'Donnell steps in as guest host
- Jimmy Kimmel announced a two-month break from his show, starting in July 2026.
- Several celebrity guest hosts, including Rosie O'Donnell and Tiffany Haddish, will fill in during his absence.
- The break follows a previous suspension due to controversial comments, highlighting the sensitive nature of free speech in late-night television.
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politics Apr 27, 2026, 10:21 PM
Jimmy Kimmel defends his joke after violent threats against Trump
- After an assassination attempt on the president, Jimmy Kimmel faced criticism for a joke aimed at First Lady Melania Trump.
- President Donald Trump and the First Lady demanded that Kimmel be fired over his comments, which they deemed despicable.
- Advocacy group led by Jane Fonda defended Kimmel's right to free speech, emphasizing the importance of satire in democracy.
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politics Apr 27, 2026, 5:20 PM
Melania Trump demands ABC take action against Jimmy Kimmel's widow joke
- Jimmy Kimmel made a controversial joke about Melania Trump, referring to her as an 'expectant widow'.
- Melania Trump criticized Kimmel and urged ABC to take immediate action against him.
- The incident has intensified national discussions on the impact of humor in a politically fraught environment.
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entertainment Mar 16, 2026, 2:30 AM
Melania Trump's documentary fails to qualify for Oscar nomination
- Jimmy Kimmel criticized Melania Trump's documentary during the Oscars.
- The documentary was not nominated due to not meeting Oscar eligibility requirements.
- It remains possible for the documentary to be considered in future awards if it meets the criteria.
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politics Mar 13, 2026, 5:23 PM
Jimmy Kimmel slams Trump for failing to lower gas prices
- Jimmy Kimmel targeted Donald Trump for his contradictory statements on gas prices during a recent episode.
- Kimmel highlighted Trump’s previous promise to lower gas prices and criticized his current narrative.
- The late-night segment included comedic commentary that underscores concerns about Trump’s leadership.
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entertainment Jan 28, 2026, 4:40 PM
Alex Honnold defies gravity in daring Taipei 101 climb without ropes
- Alex Honnold completed a daring climb of Taipei 101 without ropes, reaching the summit in an impressive time.
- Neuroscientific studies revealed that Honnold's brain shows minimal reaction to fear-inducing stimuli, unlike most people.
- His achievement sheds light on the psychology of extreme athletes and poses questions regarding risk-taking behavior.
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politics Jan 22, 2026, 9:47 AM
FCC threatens late-night hosts with new political interview rules
- The FCC provided new guidance to broadcast networks regarding political candidate appearances, aiming to enforce equal opportunity rules.
- Late-night hosts, including Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert, expressed concerns that these rules could limit their ability to interview politicians.
- Kimmel and other hosts call for audience support in response to what they view as a threat to their shows and political discourse.
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politics Dec 22, 2025, 2:32 PM
Jimmy Kimmel highlights growing fascism in alternative Christmas message
- Jimmy Kimmel will present an Alternative Christmas Message on Channel 4, focusing on the state of free speech and issues of fascism.
- His address comes after a year marked by political discourse and controversy surrounding his comments that led to his show being temporarily suspended.
- The broadcast tradition, established in 1993, allows various hosts to offer alternative perspectives to the monarch's annual Christmas message.
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politics Dec 17, 2025, 6:16 AM
FCC chair Brendan Carr faces Senate scrutiny over actions against Kimmel's show
- Brendan Carr, FCC Chairman, will testify before the Senate Commerce Committee amid controversy surrounding his threats to Disney regarding Jimmy Kimmel.
- The actions against Kimmel followed his comments suggesting a link between the alleged assassin of Charlie Kirk and the MAGA movement.
- This Senate hearing aims to address concerns over free speech and government regulation of media content.
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entertainment Dec 8, 2025, 6:15 PM
Jimmy Kimmel secures contract extension amid ongoing controversy
- ABC has extended Jimmy Kimmel's contract through May 2027 amid controversy.
- Kimmel faced backlash after remarks regarding the murder of Charlie Kirk.
- The situation highlights ongoing tensions in political discourse and media accountability.
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politics Nov 27, 2025, 1:00 AM
Kimmel labels Trump administration as fascists during turkey pardoning
- During the Thanksgiving turkey pardoning ceremony at the White House, Jimmy Kimmel made political comments about President Trump's administration.
- Kimmel's remarks included calling the Trump administration 'fascists' while responding to a playful moment with a pardoned turkey.
- His comments have drawn criticism, illustrating the ongoing political tensions in the country.
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politics Nov 21, 2025, 1:00 AM
Jimmy Kimmel challenges Trump: I'll go when you go
- Donald Trump demanded that ABC remove Jimmy Kimmel from his show, criticizing him for poor talent and ratings.
- In response, Kimmel humorously indicated he would only leave his show when Trump leaves office.
- Kimmel's remarks underscore the ongoing tensions between entertainment and politics in the current media landscape.
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politics Nov 20, 2025, 1:05 PM
Trump demands Kimmel's cancellation once more after comedian's roast
- Donald Trump has renewed demands for Jimmy Kimmel to be removed from the air due to his satirical commentary.
- This response follows Kimmel’s recent jokes about Trump’s connections to various political scandals.
- The ongoing feud illustrates the interplay between entertainment and political discourse in America.
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entertainment Nov 13, 2025, 7:32 AM
Jimmy Kimmel's bandleader Cleto Escobedo III dies at 59
- Cleto Escobedo III passed away at the age of 59, announced by Jimmy Kimmel.
- The official cause of death was cardiogenic shock, compounded by several underlying health issues.
- Kimmel encouraged fans to cherish their friendships and keep Escobedo's family in their thoughts.
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