Disney Reinstates Jimmy Kimmel Following Suspension for Charlie Kirk Comments
Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to his late-night talk show on Tuesday after being suspended over comments made about the death of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. The US broadcaster, Disney, announced the show’s suspension due to comments they deemed ill-timed and insensitive. However, after thoughtful conversations with Jimmy, the decision was made for the show’s return on Tuesday.
The suspension caused quite a stir, with threats by the federal TV regulator to revoke ABC’s broadcast license, sparking debates on free speech. Although President Trump welcomed Kimmel’s suspension, he did not address the comedian’s reinstatement during a White House event.
Actor Glen Powell is scheduled to join Kimmel as a guest on Tuesday’s show, but some ABC affiliate groups have decided to replace the show with news programming, indicating ongoing discussions between the network and different affiliates.
Despite the backlash and suspension, Kimmel, who has been hosting the show since 2003, has not publicly addressed the situation. Top stars and advocates for free speech spoke out against ABC’s decision, calling it censorship.
The controversy stems from Kimmel’s monologue on September 15th where he made comments about Kirk’s death. The situation escalated further after federal TV regulator Brendan Carr threatened action against ABC, and other networks decided to pull Kimmel’s show temporarily.
The suspension also sparked protests over free speech and calls for boycotts of Disney services. However, with Kimmel’s return on the horizon, there is a sense of relief among supporters who want to see what he has to say. In the entertainment industry, the conversation about free speech and censorship continues to be a hot topic.
