Summary
Jimmy Kimmel spoke about the suspension of his ABC show following comments he made after Charlie Kirk's death. His show returned after a week, but some affiliates blocked it. Kimmel addressed issues of censorship and expressed gratitude for worldwide support, stating that freedom of speech should be protected.
Key Facts
- Jimmy Kimmel's show was temporarily suspended after his comments following Charlie Kirk's death.
- ABC brought "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" back after a week off, but some affiliates did not air it.
- Kimmel mentioned receiving global support and thanked people, including conservative figures, for standing by him.
- He clarified that he did not intend to make light of Charlie Kirk's killing or blame a specific group.
- Kimmel emphasized the importance of free speech and criticized actions that he viewed as censorship.
- He shared his gratitude for living in a country that typically allows for free expression on shows like his.
- Some major networks like Sinclair and Nexstar chose not to air his show on certain stations.
- Kimmel highlighted international context, noting comedians in other countries face harsher consequences for similar acts.
