On September 17, 2025, late-night television was shaken. ABC abruptly pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live from its schedule following controversial comments Jimmy Kimmel made about conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The fallout has raised questions about free speech, broadcast standards, and whether Kimmel’s future at ABC is in jeopardy.

Jimmy Kimmel’s Comments Spark Controversy

The controversy stems from Kimmel’s Monday night monologue. In it, he delivered remarks about Charlie Kirk that critics, including FCC officials, deemed inappropriate for broadcast. According to The New York Times , Disney-owned ABC pulled the show indefinitely after the segment. This signaled how seriously the network viewed the situation.

CNBC reported that the controversy centers on a pointed joke referencing Ki

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