'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' is reportedly ending, ABC pushes back
ABC will not extend comedian Jimmy Kimmel’s contract beyond 2027, Page Six reported on Tuesday. Citing a source familiar with the situation, the tabloid reported the ongoing 24th season of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” will be the last. Kimmel has been in the late-night chair on ABC since 2003. “His contract is not getting extended,” the...
The James Kimmel Show, which has been on the air for 24 years, is reportedly set to end its run after this season. However, ABC has vehemently denied these reports, labeling them as mere speculation. According to sources familiar with the situation, Kimmel's contract with ABC is not being renewed following its expiration in May 2027. The current season is scheduled to conclude in May 2027, marking the end of the iconic late-night show.
Staff members are rumored to be discussing Jimmy Kimmel's potential ventures into other shows and podcasts. This news comes from TMZ, which claims that Kimmel has been actively pitching ideas to various outlets. Despite these rumors, ABC has firmly stated that the show is not being canceled. An ABC Entertainment spokesperson told E! News on September 8, "Any reports about the future of the show at this point are purely speculative."
Jimmy Kimmel has been the face of the show since 2003, making him one of the longest-tenured network late-night hosts. As a Content Producer at Hindustan Times, Khushi Arora covers US Desk news, maintaining a focus on quality and impactful storytelling.
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