Jimmy Kimmel: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 9

Jimmy Kimmel 'humbled' by extension with ABC

Jimmy Kimmel feels "honored and humbled" after extending his contract with ABC. The 58-year-old comedian recently signed a new deal with the broadcaster, meaning he'll continue to host Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 9

Jimmy Kimmel signs new ABC deal to stay on air until May 2027

Jimmy Kimmel has signed a contract extension to stay on air until 2027. The 58-year-old late night host has revealed his Jimmy Kimmel Live! deal - which was set to expire in May 2026 - has gained another year with ABC.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 8

‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Gets Major Update on Future With ABC After Suspension

Jimmy Kimmel Live! will continue running on ABC for at least another year after Jimmy Kimmel struck a deal with Disney to keep his show on the air. The late-night host’s deal with the network was reportedly set to end in 2026, but has now been extended to 2027, according to Variety.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / December 5

Jimmy Kimmel Wins Prestigious President’s Award From ICG Publicists Guild

Late-night fans and entertainment insiders alike took notice this week, as Jimmy Kimmel — host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” — was announced as the recipient of the coveted President’s Award from the International Cinematographers Guild (ICG) Publicists Guild.

Jack Johnson, Hermanos Gutiérrez Light Up Jimmy Kimmel Live! (Video)

Jack Johnson is kind of having a moment ... again. Recently celebrating the quarter-century anniversary of his films "The September Sessions" and "Thicker Than Water" with shows in Santa Barbara and Laguna Beach, it turns out the North Shore resident was just getting warmed up.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 20

Jimmy Kimmel Live! house band renamed after death of Cleto Escobedo III

Jimmy Kimmel Live! has renamed its house band after the death of Cleto Escobedo III. The late night show is still reeling from the death of its band leader and host Jimmy Kimmel's childhood friend, who passed away on November 11 aged 59.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 15

Cleto Escobedo III cause of death revealed

Cleto Escobedo III died from cardiogenic shock. The Jimmy Kimmel Live! band leader died on Tuesday (11.11.25) at the age of 59 and his death certificate has revealed the immediate cause of death was the rare condition, which happens when the heart can no longer pump enough blood for the body.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 12

Jimmy Kimmel Pays Emotional Tribute to Band Leader Cleto Escobedo III, Who Died at 59

Jimmy Kimmel broke down on Tuesday night (November 11) as he paid tribute to his long-time friend and bandleader, Cleto Escobedo III (aka Junior), who passed away earlier that day.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 12

Jimmy Kimmel breaks down in tears as he pays tribute to pal and house band leader Cleto Escobedo III

Jimmy Kimmel broke down in tears during a tribute to his house band leader and lifelong friend Cleto Escobedo III, who died on Tuesday (11.11.25) aged 59.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

Jimmy Kimmel shouts out the Blue Jays in late night monlogue

The Toronto Blue Jays rarely make the rounds on late-night television, but when you’re one win away from capturing a World Series, people take notice. As all eyes turn to Toronto for the sixth and possibly seventh game of the Fall Classic, even talk show hosts are taking notice and giving the Blue Jays their due.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / October 10

Jeff Bridges returns as 'The Dude' from 'The Big Lebowski' to tell everyone to chill out

In troubling times, it’s natural to look for guidance from our wise elders.

‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Real Ratings Revealed for Brooklyn Week Shows

Jimmy Kimmel Invites Donald Trump on His Show: ‘I Would Love To Have Him’

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / September 30

Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension Triggered a Staggering Number of Disney Streaming Cancellations

For anyone who joined the protest against Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension from the airwaves by canceling streaming apps, it appears to have made a significant impact.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / September 23

Disney+ Sets Price Hikes Across All Levels & Bundles

Why did Disney decide to bring Jimmy Kimmel Live back? Was it primarily an ethical decision made in the name of free speech? Or was it more of a business one following widespread outrage, boycotts, protests, and mass cancellations of the company’s streaming services?

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / September 23

How to Stream 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' (Even Without Cable)

After an unprecedented suspension, Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, will return to ABC on Tuesday, September 23. Kimmel airs at 11:35 p.m.

Entertainment News / The Spun / September 18

Former ESPN Star Blasts Disney For Jimmy Kimmel Suspension

Jimmy Kimmel has been suspended indefinitely by ABC following comments he made in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination. The quickness and severity of the suspension has one former ESPN star concerned for the future of media itself.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 28

Jay Leno gives his controversial take on the state of late night

Recent Jay Leno comments seem pertinent to the recent cancellatoin of the "The Late Show"

The 25 worst personal creative decisions in Hollywood history

David Letterman calls out the canceling of "The Late Show" as "pure cowardice"

Even Jimmy Fallon is criticizing CBS canceling "The Late Show"

Late Night host Seth Meyers fears for his TV future

Entertainment News / Nerdist / May 23

Jimmy Kimmel Joins SMURFS Movie Cast

Among the recent swath of live-action and animation hybrid films is Smurfs. It boasts an all-star cast, including Rihanna as Smurfette and John Goodman as Papa Smurf.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 21