Jimmy Kimmel, a well-known television host, has decided to distance himself from Donald Trump.
Jimmy Kimmel's Italian Escape: A Response to Trump's Criticism
In a surprising turn of events, late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has revealed that he has obtained Italian citizenship as a backup plan in response to the ongoing public feud with former U.S. President Donald Trump.
The feud between Kimmel and Trump has been escalating for some time now, with Trump repeatedly criticizing Kimmel and his show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Trump has called Kimmel "absolutely no talent" and suggested that his show might be canceled soon.
Kimmel, however, seems to have a longer-term plan. He hinted at the possibility of relocating if the political climate and attacks from Trump become too difficult to endure. This revelation comes after the announcement of Stephen Colbert's departure from The Late Show, with Trump expressing delight at Colbert's firing.
In a podcast conversation, Kimmel expressed concerns about the political situation under Trump, stating that it is "so much worse than we thought it would be." He also emphasized the importance of keeping an open mind politically, indicating his awareness of how divisive and challenging the current environment is.
Kimmel is not alone in his decision to leave the U.S. Rosie O'Donnell and Ellen DeGeneres have also moved abroad, with O'Donnell settling in Ireland and DeGeneres in England, both in protest against Trump.
The news of Kimmel's Italian citizenship has been confirmed by several sources, including ntv.de and gut/spot. It remains to be seen how this development will affect the ongoing feud between Kimmel and Trump, but one thing is certain: Kimmel is prepared for any eventuality.
Meanwhile, both Kimmel and Fallon had previously stood up for Colbert after the announcement of his departure, indicating a solidarity among the late-night talk show hosts in the face of Trump's criticism.
Colbert, for his part, responded to Trump's comments about his firing with a satirical joke, saying, "Could a talentless man write the following satirical joke? You can kiss my ass."
As the feud between Kimmel and Trump continues, it is clear that the late-night landscape in the U.S. is undergoing significant changes, with hosts taking a more vocal and active role in political discourse. Whether Kimmel's Italian citizenship will be a permanent solution or a temporary escape remains to be seen, but for now, he is prepared to face whatever comes his way.
I'm not going to be able to do this ongoing political discourse indefinitely, the entertainment industry - with its celebrities and the ever-changing pop-culture - might offer a refreshing escape from the current environment.
