Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Kimmel Show Returns After Suspension Amidst Controversy
Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, was briefly taken off ABC after comments he made.
ABC decided to bring the show back.
The decision sparked debate about free speech.
Some stations like Sinclair chose not to show the program.
Kimmel's remarks were about Charlie Kirk's death.
ABC and Disney had 'thoughtful conversations' with network executives.
The show will return in its regular time slot.
Some of Kimmel's remarks were deemed 'insensitive.'
ABC reinstated Jimmy Kimmel Live! after a suspension.
The show was suspended due to Kimmel's comments on Charlie Kirk's death.
Sinclair and Nexstar stations will not air the show.
The reinstatement sparked debate about free speech.
The show will resume Tuesday, September 23rd.
- Who
- Jimmy Kimmel, ABC, Sinclair, Nexstar
- What
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! returned after suspension
- When
- Tuesday, September 23
- Where
- ABC
- Why
- Comments regarding Charlie Kirk's death
Supporters
Critics
Freedom of Speech
Supporters
Support for free speech.
Critics
Concerns about the content of Kimmel's remarks.
Responsibility
Supporters
Viewpoint of the show
Critics
Sinclair Media and affiliate stations
- Event
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! Suspension and Reinstatement
- Network
- ABC
- Host
- Jimmy Kimmel
- Reason for Suspension
- Kimmel's comments on Charlie Kirk's death
- Reinstatement Date
- Tuesday, September 23
- Station Preemptions
- Sinclair, Nexstar
Sources
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