Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Kimmel's Return: Affiliates' Decisions Shape Show's Broadcast
Jimmy Kimmel is coming back to his show on ABC.
But, some local TV stations are not showing it because of comments he made.
The company that owns ABC wants to air the show, but the local stations that broadcast it have a say too.
They have decided not to show the show on their channels.
If the show isn't on TV where you live, you might still find it online.
Jimmy Kimmel returns to ABC, but will not air on some affiliates.
Nexstar and Sinclair will not air the show on 53 ABC affiliates.
The ban affects viewers in major markets like Washington, D.C. and Seattle.
The decision could impact $70 million in advertising revenue for 2025.
The future of Kimmel on these stations depends on post-suspension comments.
- Who
- Jimmy Kimmel, ABC, Nexstar, Sinclair
- What
- Nexstar and Sinclair continue to not air Jimmy Kimmel Live! on some ABC affiliates.
- When
- Kimmel returns September 23, 2025.
- Where
- ABC affiliates across the U.S.
- Why
- Due to Kimmel's comments and the ensuing backlash.
Disney/Kimmel
Nexstar/Sinclair
Show Airing
Disney/Kimmel
Show should return to air.
Nexstar/Sinclair
Show should not be aired by their stations.
- Show
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- Return Date
- September 23, 2025
- Stations not airing
- 53 ABC affiliates
- Networks involved
- ABC, Nexstar, Sinclair
- Advertising Revenue (2025)
- $70 million to date
Sources
Who Owns Sinclair Broadcast Group? All About the Smith Family and the Group's Ties to Trump
Disney Brings Back Jimmy Kimmel, ABC Affiliates Nexstar and Sinclair Say 'Not Yet'
How To Watch The Return Of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ If Your ABC Station Isn’t Airing It
