BREAKING: Jimmy Kimmel’s show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is officially back on air, just days after Disney abruptly suspended it. The network announced the return will be effective tomorrow, Tuesday night, following backlash from fans and fellow late-night hosts.
In a lively opening monologue on October 5, 2023, Stephen Colbert welcomed Kimmel back with humor, declaring himself the “only martyr in late night.” Colbert’s quip comes as his own show faces cancellation in May 2026, a detail he shared with a mix of sarcasm and sincerity.
Colbert celebrated the news that Kimmel’s show would resume, stating, “Just a few hours before we taped this broadcast, we got word that our long national late-night nightmare is over.” The audience erupted in applause as he continued, emphasizing the positive impact for Kimmel and his team.
The drama began when Disney suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” after Kimmel made controversial comments regarding the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This decision drew ire from Hollywood and prompted a public outcry against perceived attacks on free speech.
Colbert did not hold back in criticizing Disney’s initial suspension, calling it a “blatant assault on the freedom of speech.” In a Monday statement, Disney reversed its course, citing “thoughtful conversations with Jimmy” as pivotal to their decision.
Meanwhile, fellow late-night host Jon Stewart commented on the situation, underscoring the significance of public opinion in restoring Kimmel’s show. “We must fight like hell for this constitutional republic,” Stewart stated on a recent episode of “The Daily Show.”
As Kimmel prepares to return, the late-night landscape continues to evolve, with Colbert at the forefront of discussions surrounding free speech and creativity in entertainment.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story and how it affects the late-night television landscape.
