After days off the air, Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night talk show on Tuesday with a highly emotional monologue. His comeback followed controversy over remarks he made about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which drew backlash from both fans and political leaders, including former President Donald Trump.
The Controversy That Sparked His Suspension
Kimmel had previously called the tragedy a “new low” in political discourse, criticizing how some groups framed the suspect and mocking Trump’s public reaction. His comments ignited fierce debate, leading to ABC’s parent company, Nexstar Media Group, announcing a temporary preemption of the show.
Trump blasted Kimmel as a “loser” and even hinted at taking action against ABC, while many comedians and celebrities—including Barack Obama—defended Kimmel’s right to free expression.
Kimmel Fires Back at Trump
Back on air, Kimmel wasted no time addressing the controversy. “You almost have to feel sorry for him,” he said of Trump. “He tried his best to cancel me, and instead he forced millions of people to watch the show. That backfired bigly.”
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