LeadStory

CBS News

Jimmy Kimmel taken off air after Charlie Kirk comments

CBS News · Just In
CBS News
CBS News
Just In

ABC indefinitely preempted Jimmy Kimmel Live! after Kimmel criticised the MAGA movement and Trump in response to Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting. He accused them of politicising the tragedy, drawing backlash from conservatives and sparking a wider debate over free speech and media commentary.

Breakdown
  • ABC preempted 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' indefinitely after Kimmel's remarks on Charlie Kirk.
  • Kimmel's comments were in response to the fatal shooting of activist Charlie Kirk. 5s
  • Nexstar announced it would preempt the show on all affiliated stations. 13s
  • Nexstar cited public interest as the reason for pulling the show. 19s
  • The already recorded episode will not be aired as scheduled. 37s
EntertainmentTV