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Jimmy Kimmel Live! suspended by ABC; Donald Trump praises cancellation

Stas Voyager by Stas Voyager
September 29, 2025
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Jimmy Kimmel Live! suspended by ABC; Donald Trump

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When Tonight’s Talk Gets Pulled: Drama Unfolds

In a move few saw coming but many now can’t stop talking about, Jimmy Kimmel Live! was suspended indefinitely by ABC. The reason: controversial comments made by Jimmy Kimmel about the recent fatal shooting of conservative figure Charlie Kirk. As the backlash built among network affiliates, regulators, and political figures, one former president—Donald Trump—celebrated the decision.

This isn’t just late-night talk show news. It’s part of a much larger clash over media, politics, and what people believe voices on TV should or shouldn’t say.

What Kimmel Said — And Why It Sparked Fire

The chain reaction began with a monologue in which Kimmel addressed the killing of Charlie Kirk, saying that many in “MAGA land” were trying to “characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them” and that they’re attempting to score political points from the tragedy. Politico+3Al Jazeera+3Axios+3

These remarks touched off a wave of criticism. Major ABC affiliate group Nexstar called Kimmel’s comments “offensive and insensitive at a critical time in our national political discourse.” AP News+2Al Jazeera+2

Meanwhile, FCC Chair Brendan Carr weighed in, calling on broadcasters to pull the show, suggesting that continuing to air such content could risk regulatory consequences. Al Jazeera+2Politico+2

ABC Pulls the Plug — Indefinitely

Shortly after affiliate groups started dropping the broadcast, ABC confirmed the show was being pre-empted indefinitely. In many markets, Jimmy Kimmel Live! simply will not air for the foreseeable future. Reuters+2CBS News+2

Nexstar, which owns dozens of ABC-affiliated stations, led the charge. Sinclair, another large station group, also announced it would stop airing the show. Al Jazeera+1

ABC has not offered a clear timeline for when (or if) Jimmy Kimmel Live! will return to the air. CBS News+1

Trump’s Reaction: A Public Win

Unsurprisingly, Donald Trump responded swiftly and publicly. On his platform, Truth Social, he praised ABC’s decision, calling it courage and expressing satisfaction that what he sees as politically biased commentary was being checked. He also did not hesitate to mock Kimmel’s ratings and talent. People.com+2Axios+2

And he didn’t stop at Kimmel: Trump urged that other late-night hosts critical of him (like Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers) should also be canceled. Axios+2Business Insider+2

In essence, Trump sees this as a validation of his long-standing criticism of liberal leaning comedians and media outlets.

The Regulatory Heat: FCC, Affiliates & Free Speech Questions

One of the reasons this shake-up was so quick is because of regulatory pressure. FCC Chair Brendan Carr didn’t just criticize — he threatened consequences. License concerns, regulatory scrutiny, public interest obligations: these phrases started getting used. Al Jazeera+2Politico+2

Nexstar cited community values and public sensitivity when it pulled the show from stations. Sinclair echoed similar concerns, stating that content needed to reflect local community standards during a “critical time.” CBS News+1

Critics of the suspension warn that this is treading dangerously close to censorship, especially when political pressure influences decisions about what is allowed to air. Free speech advocates have raised alarms. The Guardian

Lee vs. Late Night: What This Means in Broader Context

This isn’t the first time a late-night show has been censured or suspended following political controversy. The stakes have only gotten higher in recent years as TV viewers, political polarization, regulatory oversight, social media outrage, and entertainment business interests all collide.

Some key trends:

  • Affiliate pushback is increasingly powerful. When station groups start refusing to air content, networks have fewer levers.

  • Political polarization means nothing is purely entertainment anymore. Commentary from hosts, especially about current events, is often treated as political speech.

  • Regulatory threats (from FCC or similar bodies) amplify the risk that networks must manage.

For hosts and creators, saying something contentious could now trigger corporate, legal, or regulatory consequences as much as public backlash.

Fallout & What Might Happen Next

There are a lot of unanswered questions, both for Jimmy Kimmel Live! and for late-night TV in general.

  • Will ABC negotiate with affiliates and/or regulators to allow Kimmel’s return, perhaps with some kind of apology or modification to content?

  • Will Donald Trump’s cheering have continued consequences in terms of precedent? If one show is suspended, could others be next?

  • What about legal challenges? Free speech groups and possibly the Writers Guild or others might challenge the decision.

  • How will audiences respond? Some will support the suspension, some will see it as censorship.

One thing seems likely: late-night hosts will be much more cautious about how they refer to contested political issues, especially those involving tragic events.

Pop Culture’s New Risk: The Monologue That Moves Mountains

In 2025, a late-night monologue is more than jokes and punchy jabs. It’s a potential trigger. Celebrities have always walked a tightrope between satire and offence, but now the rope is fraying under weight from multiple directions: politics, regulations, ratings.

Jimmy Kimmel’s fate appears to illustrate that for shows once thought of as spaces for comedic relief, there’s no longer much room for error when dealing with politics and national tragedies.

Closing: A Show Suspended, A Culture Shaken

Jimmy Kimmel Live!’s suspension is more than just a cancellation — it’s a marker in the ongoing culture wars over speech, media, and who gets to say what. Whether the show returns, or what changes might be demanded, the moment underscores a simple truth: nothing in entertainment is just entertainment anymore.

Hollywood loves a sequel — and this one is likely to ripple out into who speaks, when, and under what risk.

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Hi, I’m Stas Voyager, editor-in-chief of CelebrityOnlines.com. I’ve spent the past few years traveling through Asia, collecting stories and perspectives that shape how I see the world. Along the way, I’ve written for a number of publications, always drawn to the vibrant worlds of American celebrities, pop culture, and show business. This site is where I bring together my passion for entertainment and my own lived experiences—sharing what inspires, surprises, and connects us all.

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