Disney actress, Mark Ruffalo, supports a boycott of the company following Jimmy Kimmel's suspension on ABC.
In a surprising turn of events, the popular late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been suspended indefinitely by the ABC network. This decision has sparked a wave of criticism from the entertainment industry, with many prominent figures voicing their concerns over free speech.
The suspension follows a controversial monologue by host Jimmy Kimmel, which drew complaints from viewers, potentially leading to action from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The monologue in question was about the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, who was 31 years old at the time of his tragic shooting at Utah Valley University campus.
Comedian and podcaster Marc Maron was among the first to speak out, comparing the suspension to government censorship and the Trump administration. He took to Instagram, stating, "This is government website censorship. This is the Trump administration coming after people who speak out against him." Fellow late night hosts Stephen Colbert and David Letterman have also expressed their concerns, joining the chorus of voices against the suspension.
Tatiana Maslany, star of Marvel's She-Hulk: Attorney At Law, has taken a more direct approach. She called for a boycott of Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN, posting a picture of herself in a motion capture suit for She-Hulk with the caption, "Cancel your @disneyplus @hulu @espn subscriptions!"
Almost all of Hollywood's prominent creative guilds have condemned the decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live!, with many expressing their support for free speech and the right to express controversial opinions. Many in the entertainment industry have spoken out against the suspension, voicing their concerns over the potential chilling effect this could have on free speech in the industry.
Notably, the suspension has been celebrated by President Donald Trump, who has been a frequent target of Jimmy Kimmel's satire. Nexstar, an affiliate of ABC, has also pre-empted Jimmy Kimmel Live! episodes, further fuelling speculation about the reasons behind the suspension.
As of now, there is no relevant information about any celebrity speaking out against boycott requests targeting Disney and its subsidiaries in an Instagram post. The future of Jimmy Kimmel Live! remains uncertain, with many in the industry hoping for a swift resolution that upholds the principles of free speech.
