U.S. talk show hosted by Kimmel temporarily halted due to controversy over Kirk's remarks
In a surprising turn of events, ABC News has announced the cancellation of Jimmy Kimmel's talk show, following his comments about the death of Charlie Kirk, a confidant of former US President Donald Trump. The cancellation, announced on 18.09.2025, comes amidst a bitter dispute in the USA over appropriate commentary on the subject. Nexstar, a media company that broadcasts ABC News content, found Kimmel's comments about Kirk's death to be offensive and insensitive. The specific reason for the cancellation and the times of the announcements are not provided. However, it is known that Trump and his administration applied significant pressure leading to the suspension of Kimmel's show following his critical remarks regarding political groups related to Kirk's death. Trump has consistently expressed that Kimmel, in particular, is a thorn in his side due to his criticism of the president. The US talk show hosts, including Jimmy Kimmel, often criticize the president and his authoritarian tendencies in a pointed and sometimes crude manner. It's important to note that the cancellation is temporary, and the resumption of Kimmel's talk show is questionable due to the heated political climate in the USA. This cancellation is not the first time a US talk show host has faced consequences for their remarks. Stephen Colbert, another prominent talk show host, was previously removed from CBS. ABC News has announced the cancellation to US media, but the specific times of the announcements are not provided. One report suggests the cancellation was announced at 02:48, possibly in a different time zone, while another report mentions 14:29, again possibly in a different time zone. The US talk show hosts are seen as an important counterweight to the politically one-sided communication of the White House by many observers. The freedom of the press and freedom of opinion are a subject of concern, as critics view them as being compromised in this instance. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how this cancellation will impact the future of political commentary in US talk shows. The show will be taken off the air 'indefinitely', leaving many fans and critics alike wondering about its potential return.
