‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ reportedly ending after 2027 as ABC disputes claim
Page Six reported that ABC will not extend Jimmy Kimmel’s contract beyond 2027, citing a source familiar with the situation. The report said the current 24th season of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” would be the show’s last, while ABC has pushed back on the claim. Kimmel has hosted the program on ABC since 2003.
ABC will not extend comedian Jimmy Kimmel’s contract beyond 2027, Page Six reported Tuesday, citing a source familiar with the situation.
The report said the ongoing 24th season of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” would be the program’s last. ABC has pushed back on the report, according to The Hill.
Kimmel has hosted the late-night show on ABC since 2003.
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