ABC has suspended the Jimmy Kimmel show due to comments about Charlie Kirk
18 september 2025 в 18:13
Jimmy Kimmel has been an integral part of late-night television since the launch of Jimmy Kimmel Live! in 2003. But after his recent comments about the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which sparked outrage, ABC temporarily suspended the show. Kimmel accused «many in the MAGA country» of trying to «capitalize on Charlie Kirk’s murder» and suggested that conservatives are «desperately trying to portray this guy who killed Charlie Kirk as someone other than themselves» to score political points. Authorities identified 22-year-old Tyler Robinson as a suspect in Kirk’s murder.
An ABC representative confirmed that Jimmy Kimmel Live! «will be suspended indefinitely», - but refused to provide additional details. President Donald Trump, posting a message on social media from Windsor Castle during his travels, noted this news, calling it «great for America».
With the show off the air, many are not only wondering about the future of Jimmy Kimmel Live! but also about the host’s earnings — what is his net income, how much does he make from ABC, and what is the future of his show. Find out more below.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! is officially not canceled, but ABC has suspended the late-night show «indefinitely».
Kimmel’s monologue from September 15: «We hit new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang, desperately trying to portray this guy who killed Charlie Kirk as someone other than themselves, and doing everything they can to score political points», - the host said.
The network pulled the show from many ABC-affiliated stations and stated that the program will be altered during the suspension.
Nexstar, the company that owns ABC stations nationwide, announced that it will stop airing Jimmy Kimmel Live! «indefinitely», - saying it «strongly objects to Mr. Kimmel’s recent comments about the murder of Charlie Kirk». Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr publicly praised Nexstar’s actions, urging other broadcasters to follow their lead.
As of 2025, Kimmel’s net worth is estimated to be around $ 50 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
According to reports, Kimmel earns $ 15 million a year for hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC. Some sources round up the amount or claim figures around $ 16 million, possibly including bonuses or additional earnings
An ABC representative confirmed that Jimmy Kimmel Live! «will be suspended indefinitely», - but refused to provide additional details. President Donald Trump, posting a message on social media from Windsor Castle during his travels, noted this news, calling it «great for America».
With the show off the air, many are not only wondering about the future of Jimmy Kimmel Live! but also about the host’s earnings — what is his net income, how much does he make from ABC, and what is the future of his show. Find out more below.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! is officially not canceled, but ABC has suspended the late-night show «indefinitely».
Kimmel’s monologue from September 15: «We hit new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang, desperately trying to portray this guy who killed Charlie Kirk as someone other than themselves, and doing everything they can to score political points», - the host said.
The network pulled the show from many ABC-affiliated stations and stated that the program will be altered during the suspension.
Nexstar, the company that owns ABC stations nationwide, announced that it will stop airing Jimmy Kimmel Live! «indefinitely», - saying it «strongly objects to Mr. Kimmel’s recent comments about the murder of Charlie Kirk». Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr publicly praised Nexstar’s actions, urging other broadcasters to follow their lead.
As of 2025, Kimmel’s net worth is estimated to be around $ 50 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
According to reports, Kimmel earns $ 15 million a year for hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC. Some sources round up the amount or claim figures around $ 16 million, possibly including bonuses or additional earnings
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