Jimmy Kimmel Live! future clarified amid cancellation rumours
Jimmy Kimmel Live! is not facing cancellation, with ABC reportedly keen to keep the long-running late-night programme on air. Recent reports had suggested the show could end in 2027 when Kimmel’s current contract expires. However, the network has rejected those claims and indicated that Kimmel remains wanted at the broadcaster. ABC reportedly wants Kimmel to […]
Jimmy Kimmel has announced that an interview with Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico will not air on ABC. Kimmel stated that he will be conducting the interview under "unusual circumstances" and will instead post it on YouTube. According to Kimmel, the Federal Communications Commission, or FCC, threatened his show and ABC, prompting the decision.
The FCC, under the Trump administration, has raised concerns about equal airtime for political candidates. Kimmel noted that he has interviewed candidates for office in election years for decades.
Kimmel's show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", is not facing cancellation, with ABC reportedly keen to keep the long-running late-night programme on air.
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