Jimmy Kimmel is officially returning to ABC tomorrow, Tuesday, September 23, following a six-day suspension that sparked national debate and industry-wide backlash.
The Walt Disney Company, ABC’s parent, issued a press release stating the move was made “to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country.” The decision follows Kimmel’s on-air remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which drew swift criticism from FCC Chair Brendan Carr and major ABC affiliates like Nexstar and Sinclair.
Kimmel’s comments—described by Disney as “ill-timed and thus insensitive”—led to an indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! last Wednesday. Behind the scenes, Disney executives reportedly held multiple conversations with Kimmel before deciding to reinstate the show.
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Whether Kimmel will address the controversy or offer an apology remains unclear. Some affiliates, including Sinclair, have stated they will not air the show unless further conditions are met. However, the episode will still be accessible online and in markets that continue to support the broadcast. To be continued….
