Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show has been suspended indefinitely after remarks about Donald Trump and conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot during a Utah debate on September 10.
In his monologue, Kimmel mocked Trump’s reaction to Kirk’s death, joking that the president was at the “fourth stage of grief: construction.” He also criticized MAGA supporters for politicizing the tragedy. The backlash was swift.
ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live!, while affiliate groups Sinclair and Nexstar refused to air it, calling his comments offensive. Sinclair set three conditions for Kimmel’s return: a direct apology to Kirk’s family, a personal donation to them and Turning Point USA, and discussions on professionalism. Celebrities like Ben Stiller and Barack Obama have defended him, while Trump celebrated the suspension.
