Walt Disney executives are set to meet with Jimmy Kimmel, the suspended host of the late-night talk show ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live,’ to deliberate on the future of the program. This development follows the show’s recent suspension by Disney-owned ABC due to controversial remarks made by Kimmel regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Bloomberg News reported the upcoming meeting, citing three informed sources. The discussions will focus on potential strategies to bring the show back on air. Kimmel’s comments, which criticized the MAGA movement’s response to Kirk’s assassination, sparked significant backlash, including from Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr, who called for local broadcasters to cease airing the program. Carr warned of possible investigations and penalties for broadcasters if a pattern of distorted commentary is identified. Former President Donald Trump, during a state visit to Britain, commented on Kimmel’s suspension, labeling his remarks about Kirk as ‘horrible.’ Kirk, a close ally of Trump, played a pivotal role in garnering support among young conservative voters. Disney has yet to respond to requests for comment on the matter. The suspension of Kimmel’s show is part of a broader trend of actions taken against media figures and others for their statements about Kirk’s assassination.
Walt Disney executives to meet with Kimmel, assess talk show future, Bloomberg News reports
