ABC has finally confirmed the comeback of Jimmy Kimmel Live ! after suspending show due to controversy. Following Kimmel's divisive comments on the recent murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which sparked outrage from political figures, media companies, and affiliate stations, the program was temporarily taken off the air. However, ABC and Disney have now chosen to continue producing the well-liked show after receiving a great deal of criticism from both prominent figures and general public.
What to expect in Jimmy Kimmel Live 2.0?
Many people are curious about the show's exact comeback date as the comedian gets ready to host again. What is going to change? And how is the storm being handled by ABC and its affiliates?
Why the show was suspended?
Jimmy Kimmel Live! was suspended indefinitely by ABC (owned by Disney) on September 17 after Jimmy Kimmel's monologue attacked conservatives for politicising Charlie Kirk's death. According to Kimmel's comments, certain political groups also referred to as "the MAGA gang," were attempting to use Kirk's death for their own political ends.
Sinclair and Nexstar Media Group refused to air show
Conservatives and affiliate stations strongly criticised these remarks, and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) also looked into them. His remarks were deemed "offensive and insensitive" by a number of major ABC affiliate station groups, including Sinclair and Nexstar Media Group, which declined to run the program.
Brendan Carr, the chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), joined the discussion, demanding responsibility and warning of the repercussions for broadcast licenses.
Why the show is making its return and when?
ABC said that the show will resume this week following national outcry and intense criticism due to free speech issues. Jimmy Kimmel Live! will return on Tuesday, September 23, according to an announcement made by ABC. The program will return in its customary late-night time slot, starting at around 11:35 PM Eastern Time (10:35 PM Central Time), which is when ABC usually premieres new late-night shows. Public statements have not specifically altered the airing schedule, although it is anticipated to return to its regular time slot.
What changes and what remains in question?
Despite the suspension being removed by ABC and Disney, a number of "fresh changes" or concerns are already apparent. While some are still being negotiated, others have been confirmed.
Disney had "thoughtful conversations" with network executives and Jimmy Kimmel in recent days. Following these internal debates, the decision was reached to being back the show. Some of Kimmel's remarks were deemed "insensitive" and "ill-timed" by the network. Although Kimmel has not publicly apologised to ABC, the framing raises the possibility of changes to the way remarks are handled or presented.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! will no longe air on 39 of Sinclair Broadcast Group's ABC affiliates; instead, news will take its place, and talks are still on to see whether it may return.
Brendan Carr, the head of the Federal Communications Commission, voiced his opinion and cautioned that ABC or its affiliates would face regulatory repercussions for what he deemed to be offensive remarks. The decision by ABC to susoend, reconsider, and restart was probably influenced by this pressure. Numerous artists, civil rights organisations, and general public have voiced their opinions about political polarisation, corporate accountability, and free speech.
As of the most recent available information, neither ABC nor Disney have announced any modifications to Jimmy Kimmel Live!'s format (e.g., deleting segments or changing themes).
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