Archive · 27 Sep 2025
Kimmel's Show Returns to Local Stations After Dispute
Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show is back on TV for many viewers.
The show was pulled from some local stations after comments made by Kimmel.
This was due to a dispute about Kimmel's remarks regarding Charlie Kirk.
The stations, Nexstar and Sinclair, and Disney, reached an agreement, and now the show is airing again.
Kimmel addressed the situation on his return, emphasizing free speech.
The companies stated that the return of the show was not due to pressure from any source and was in the best interest of the communities they serve.
Nexstar and Sinclair brought back 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to their local TV stations.
The blackout followed Kimmel's remarks about Charlie Kirk.
Disney-owned ABC had suspended Kimmel but has since resumed the show.
The program returned to local TV on Friday night on the 28 Nexstar and 38 Sinclair ABC affiliates.
Kimmel addressed his comments on the return, focusing on free speech.
- Who
- Nexstar, Sinclair, Disney, Jimmy Kimmel
- What
- Resumed airing of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
- When
- Friday night
- Where
- Local ABC affiliates
- Why
- Resolution of dispute, considering feedback and obligations.
Kimmel Supporters
Critics of Kimmel
Content and Free Speech
Kimmel Supporters
Support Kimmel's right to free speech and his remarks.
Critics of Kimmel
Considered Kimmel's comments to be inappropriate and insensitive, especially concerning the context of violence.
Responsibility
Kimmel Supporters
May place responsibility on the media outlets for the blackout.
Critics of Kimmel
May believe Kimmel should take responsibility for his remarks and make an apology.
- Event
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! returns to Nexstar and Sinclair stations
- Parties Involved
- Nexstar, Sinclair, Disney, Jimmy Kimmel
- Reason for Blackout
- Kimmel's remarks about Charlie Kirk
- Stations Impacted
- 28 Nexstar & 38 Sinclair ABC affiliates
- Kimmel's Response
- Acknowledged comments may have been ill-timed or unclear
Sources
Sinclair ends boycott, brings Jimmy Kimmel Live back to its ABC-affiliated stations
Sinclair brings Jimmy Kimmel's show back to its ABC-affiliated stations, ending blackout
Jimmy Kimmel Is Back On Nexstar ABC Stations, Ending Affiliate Boycott
Nexstar lifts Jimmy Kimmel Live! blackout after Disney dispute, hours after Sinclair deal
