Howard Stern Cancels Disney+ Subscription After Jimmy Kimmel Suspension
Howard Stern recently made a big decision and shared it with his listeners. In a show of support for Jimmy Kimmel, who was suspended from his late-night show on ABC, Stern canceled his Disney+ subscription. Kimmel’s suspension came after some controversial remarks he made about the Trump administration’s response to a certain event. This led to the chairman of the FCC criticizing Kimmel’s comments and some major networks deciding not to air his show.
Stern, who hosts a show on Sirius XM, discussed Kimmel’s situation on his radio program. Expressing concern about the government’s involvement in censoring speech, Stern emphasized the importance of upholding free expression. He also sympathized with ABC, the network caught in the middle of the controversy, saying they shouldn’t have to face such difficult decisions.
Taking matters into his own hands, Stern decided to cancel his Disney+ subscription, joining actors Cynthia Dixon and Marisa Tomei in showing solidarity with Kimmel. Stern explained that he wanted to send a message with his actions, indicating his disapproval of how Kimmel’s situation was handled.
In a separate development, a large group of entertainment industry figures, including Robert De Niro, Tom Hanks, and Jennifer Aniston, signed an open letter supporting Kimmel’s right to free speech. The letter, published by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), underscores the importance of protecting freedom of expression in the industry.
