ESPN star Stephen A. Smith just shared his thoughts on Jimmy Kimmel’s big trouble with ABC. The late-night host’s show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, got pulled off the air indefinitely after some controversial comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Smith didn’t hold back in a YouTube video he posted on Thursday, calling the decision disturbing.
“I was not happy about it. Not at all,” Smith said. He praised Kimmel as a good guy with a big heart who’s served ABC and Disney well for decades. “I certainly hope he ends up back on the air. And if he doesn’t, I hope he lives a long, prosperous life.”
But Smith also had some tough love. He questioned if Kimmel’s on-air segment was the smartest move, especially with the heated exchange involving President Donald Trump. This comes amid broader rants from Smith on cancel culture, TV ads pulling out, and how late-night shows are struggling these days.
What Sparked Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension?
The drama started on Monday’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” episode. Kimmel blasted the “MAGA gang” for trying to spin political points from Charlie Kirk’s killing at a Utah college event last week. “We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang trying to characterize this kid who killed Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them,” Kimmel said. He even mentioned the White House flying the flag at half-staff and how tough it seemed for the president.
ABC announced the indefinite suspension on Wednesday, leaving fans wondering what’s next for the popular show. Sources say Kimmel is furious about it. During a call with Disney exec Dana Walden, he made it clear he won’t apologize for his words.
President Trump jumped in on Truth Social, celebrating the news: “Great News for America: The ratings challenged Jimmy Kimmel Show is CANCELLED.”
As the Jimmy Kimmel suspension news spreads, many are debating free speech on TV and the future of late-night comedy. Will Kimmel return? Stay tuned for updates on this Charlie Kirk controversy and ABC’s next steps.
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