Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", has been suspended indefinitely by ABC as of mid-September 2025. This suspension followed controversial remarks Kimmel made during his September 15 monologue about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Kimmel criticized Trump's allies—whom he termed the "MAGA gang"—for allegedly exploiting Kirk's death for political gain. The remarks sparked backlash, including from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chairman who threatened action against ABC's parent company, Disney, prompting the network to take the show off the air. Nexstar Media Group, which operates numerous ABC affiliates, also pulled Kimmel's show from its stations, replacing it with alternative programming. The abrupt suspension shocked the show's staff, guests, and many in the entertainment industry. Donald Trump publicly praised the suspension on social media. There is currently no timeline for the show's return, and ABC has not commented on whether Kimmel and his team will continue to receive compensation during this indefinite hold. Kimmel's contract was set to expire in May 2026, and it is uncertain if the show will be renewed or permanently ended amid this controversy.
