Disney says ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ will return to ABC on Tuesday
ABC reinstated Jimmy Kimmel Live less than a week after suspension triggered by controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk's assassin, sparking protests and a Disney+ boycott involving over 400 celebrities.
- Jimmy Kimmel's show will return to ABC on Tuesday after being suspended for comments about Charlie Kirk, as confirmed by a statement from Disney officials.
- After backlash from critics and media figures, Disney decided to reinstate Kimmel following discussions about his remarks, which some labeled as insensitive.
- A coalition of over 430 entertainment industry figures signed a letter opposing the suspension, stating it poses a threat to freedom of speech in the nation.
- Howard Stern expressed sympathy for ABC, highlighting concerns about government pressure to silence critics, declaring that 'the government is threatening private companies and individuals.
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Kimmel Honors Norman Lear in Return to Social Media
TV host Jimmy Kimmel returned to social media on Tuesday for the first time since his late-night show was removed from ABC's lineup. Kimmel, 57, shared a post on Instagram featuring a photo of himself with TV producer Norman Lear, who died in December 2023 at age 101. Alongside the photo, Kimmel wrote, "Missing this guy today." The Daily Mail reported that it was Kimmel's first public comment since his suspension. Lear was known for creating inf…


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