Kimmel Thanks Trump Ratings Amid Station Boycott
jimmy Kimmel Suspension & Return: A summary
This document details the events surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension from jimmy Kimmel Live! and his subsequent return to air.
Key players:
* Jimmy Kimmel: Host of Jimmy Kimmel Live!
* ABC/Disney: The network and parent company responsible for Jimmy Kimmel Live!
* Donald Trump: His administration’s actions appear to have inadvertently boosted Kimmel’s viewership.
* charlie Kirk: The subject of kimmel’s monologue that initially led to the suspension.
Timeline of Events:
- Initial Suspension: ABC abruptly suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! due to a monologue deemed “ill-timed and thus insensitive” regarding criticism of the right’s reaction to the murder of Charlie Kirk.
- Industry support: Over 400 artists, actors, and entertainment figures protested the suspension, citing concerns about freedom of speech.
- Disney Reinstatement: Disney decided to reinstate Kimmel and the show returned to air on Tuesday.
- Viewership Surge: Kimmel’s return episode saw a notable increase in viewership,and his youtube monologue reached record numbers.
Viewership Data:
The following table summarizes the viewership numbers reported:
| Platform | Viewership | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday’s Broadcast | 6.2 million | Four times his usual audience |
| youtube Monologue | 21 million+ | Most-watched monologue of all time on the platform |
| Tuesday’s Show | Second Highest Rated | In almost 23 years on air |
Kimmel’s Response:
Kimmel publicly thanked President Trump for the increased attention, stating that the show’s success wouldn’t have been possible without him. He also noted the show was still preempted in 60 American cities.
Preemption:
* The show was preempted in 60 American cities during this period.
Sources:
* Rolling Stone – kimmel Comeback
* Rolling Stone – Kimmel suspension
* Rolling Stone – Kimmel Suspension details
* Rolling Stone – Hollywood Support