As Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show contract is renewed, the future of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” remains bright. Following a brief suspension in September, ABC announced the extension of Kimmel’s contract through May 2027. The news was shared by Kimmel himself to his staff on a Monday in December, according to Bloomberg.
Taking to social media shortly after the announcement, Kimmel humorously captioned a post with, “I am pleased to announce another no-talent year!” This playful jab seemed to be directed at President Trump, who has been critical of the host during his second term.
ABC’s decision to suspend Kimmel’s show came after pressure from the FCC and station owners due to comments made during his September 15 monologue that were deemed controversial. Kimmel, however, dismissed the severity of the situation during a Bloomberg Screentime event, attributing it to distortion by some right-wing media networks.
Prior to the contract extension, Kimmel had expressed his desire to leave late-night TV, mentioning in a 2024 interview that he believed it would be his final contract. Despite this, he acknowledged the uncertainty of the future, noting that he still had more than two years left on his current contract, which was previously set to end in May 2026.
Ultimately, as Jimmy Kimmel’s journey in late-night television continues, his wit and humor remain as sharp as ever, promising audiences more laughter and entertainment in the years to come.
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