ABC Pulls ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ From Schedule Indefinitely

ABC has temporarily suspended *Jimmy Kimmel Live!* due to remarks made by host Jimmy Kimmel about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

This announcement follows Nexstar’s decision to stop airing *Jimmy Kimmel Live!* and other ABC programs on its local stations. Nexstar made this choice because of comments made by Kimmel.

This announcement followed a statement by Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr, who suggested on a podcast that local stations should challenge the network and the program in question.

During Tuesday’s episode of *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*, Kimmel discussed how supporters of Donald Trump, referred to as the “MAGA gang,” were attempting to distance themselves from a person who allegedly attacked Charlie Kirk. Kimmel criticized them for trying to exploit the situation for political gain and downplaying the individual’s connection to their group.

Kirk died on September 10th while participating in a debate at Utah Valley University. Police arrested a suspect related to his death two days afterward.

Nexstar’s earlier statement read…

Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks following Kirk’s death were hurtful and poorly timed, especially given the current political climate. We don’t think they represent the views of the communities we serve.

Nexstar owns 28 ABC-affiliated TV stations across the United States. They’ve also made a deal to buy TEGNA Inc., another company with many local stations, but are waiting for official government approval.

Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been on ABC since 2003, with over 3500 episodes featuring Jimmy Kimmel as host. ABC announced on Wednesday that the show is currently paused with no set return date. Kimmel has not yet publicly addressed the news.

Great Robert Redford Movies Everyone Needs to See

The Hot Rock (1972)

Heist movies usually center around stealing a valuable object, and how far people will go to get it. A fun twist on this formula is the 1972 film *The Hot Rock*. It follows a group of thieves, led by John Dortmunder (Robert Redford), tasked with stealing a priceless African diamond from a Brooklyn museum. Unlike most heist movies with one big plan, *The Hot Rock* features a series of attempts, as the diamond is repeatedly stolen and then lost again. If you enjoy a clever heist, you’ll love this film – it’s packed with five or six well-developed schemes. And, frankly, that makes it six times better than any other heist movie ever made!

The Sting (1973)

Following their success with *Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid*, Robert Redford and Paul Newman created a film that many consider even better: *The Sting*. This captivating and surprisingly sad caper tells the story of a young con artist (Redford) who teams up with a seasoned hustler (Newman) to avenge the murder of his friend by a ruthless mobster (Robert Shaw). The acting from all three leads is superb, and the film is filled with clever twists and turns, balanced by moments of poignant sadness reflecting the loneliness of the Depression era. *The Sting* rightfully won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1973 and remains a classic of 1970s Hollywood cinema.

Three Days of the Condor (1975)

I’ve always been captivated by Robert Redford – that amazing hair and classically handsome face gave him such an approachable, genuinely American quality. What’s always struck me is how perfect he was for the 70s, a decade in film defined by suspicion and cynicism. A film like *Three Days of the Condor* really showcases this; he plays a seemingly innocent CIA analyst who walks back to a shocking scene of murder. Watching his character forced to go on the run and quickly learn the harsh truths about the world was just brilliant. It’s truly one of Redford’s strongest performances, and the movie itself, directed by his frequent partner Sydney Pollack, is a masterpiece. It’s unsettling how much the story still resonates today, sadly.

Quiz Show (1994)

Robert Redford’s direction truly shines in his 1994 drama about the 1950s quiz show scandal. The film explores the corruption behind the popular game show *Twenty-One*, where a less charismatic champion (John Turturro) is swapped for a more presentable, but less knowledgeable, contestant (Ralph Fiennes). Through this story, Redford examines how television began to powerfully shape American culture and society.

All Is Lost (2013)

Robert Redford gave one of his finest performances in the 2013 film *All Is Lost*, which features him as the sole actor and with very little dialogue. The movie centers on a man battling for survival after his sailboat is severely damaged in the Indian Ocean. Though the plot is straightforward, it explores deeper ideas about life and death. Redford, already in his 70s at the time, brought a wealth of life experience to the role, making *All Is Lost* a moving testament to the strength of the human spirit when facing unavoidable challenges.

2025-09-18 02:25