Since Jimmy Kimmel Live! went off the air temporarily, there’s been a lot of discussion, including many people calling for a boycott of Disney, ABC’s parent company. However, figuring out how much this has actually affected Disney’s profits is complex.
Jimmy Kimmel faced criticism from the head of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, regarding a joke he made on his show last Monday, September 15th, about the death of Charlie Kirk.
Nexstar and ABC quickly removed the show from the broadcast schedule, stating it was pulled “indefinitely.” This decision has drawn significant criticism, with many viewing it as a concerning development in the ongoing debate about free speech and censorship in the media.
Online, many people were demanding that Disney’s streaming services be cancelled, Disney stock be sold, and Disneyland trips be refunded.
Is Disney really losing money?
Several sources reported Disney’s value dropped by $3.87 billion following Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, but a closer look at the numbers reveals the situation is more complex.
Disney’s stock price fell slightly, down 0.67%, after the news was released. However, experts note that such fluctuations are common for a company as large as Disney, with billions of dollars in value changing hands daily.
Because the company is large, its value naturally goes up and down, and there are many factors that can cause these changes.
Although Jimmy Kimmel’s departure likely played a role in the recent decline, other things were probably also involved, such as how well their theme parks and resorts did, the success of studios like Marvel and Star Wars, and sales of their consumer products.
Look, the whole thing definitely hasn’t been without consequences, but I think trying to make it a simple issue actually makes things more confusing. Honestly, I’m more worried about how this will affect how people see Disney overall in the long run – that could be the real damage here, not just any immediate financial losses.
Okay, so it’s not just random people online who are upset about what the FCC and ABC did. Big names like Pedro Pascal, a bunch of late-night hosts, and even Barack Obama have all been speaking out! It’s actually pretty wild – even Republicans like Ted Cruz are disagreeing with this, which shows how widespread the issue is.
There’s a call to boycott Disney and Nexstar after Disney/ABC removed Jimmy Kimmel due to political pressure. Nexstar owns The CW and many local stations, including ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX affiliates. The call to action is to boycott both companies and their advertisers to financially impact them.
— Brian Krassenstein (@krassenstein) September 18, 2025
The senator, speaking about the killing of Kirk, strongly criticized Carr’s behavior, calling it extremely dangerous and comparing it to something from the movie *Goodfellas*.
According to IBT’s Michael Toledo, the disagreement between Jimmy Kimmel and Disney grew beyond just money. Both conservative groups and some Disney employees began calling for people to stop supporting Disney, ABC, and the Disney+ streaming platform.
This latest issue is just another difficulty for Disney’s image. Because the company is famous for being family-friendly, it often finds itself under the spotlight when its business gets involved in cultural or political discussions.
Will Jimmy Kimmel launch his show elsewhere?
It’s currently uncertain, but reports suggest Jimmy Kimmel is meeting with Disney this week to discuss potentially bringing his show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, back to ABC.
There’s a catch, though: news companies apparently want Jimmy Kimmel to soften his political opinions. This is because they need approval from a specific official, and Kimmel – along with many in the entertainment world – believes this limits free speech and is something they oppose.
According to several sources who spoke with Bloomberg, Jimmy Kimmel met with Disney executives last Thursday, September 18th, to talk about the future of his show. They continued discussions over the weekend and are planning to meet again this week.
Sources say Disney is exploring options for the show’s return, including discussions with broadcasters Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair. While Disney reportedly wants Jimmy Kimmel to continue hosting, CEO Bob Iger and entertainment president Dana Walden have asked him to reduce the amount of political commentary in his monologue.
According to reports, Jimmy Kimmel is refusing to apologize and doesn’t want his show shut down or censored. He’s also concerned about the potential job losses for his 200 employees and doesn’t want to give Donald Trump a victory.
Fans want Kimmel to continue his show on a different network or start it on his own. However, with talks still happening, we’ll have to wait and see what happens next.
I saw someone on X – formerly Twitter – make a really good point about Jimmy Kimmel. They said he should seriously consider starting his own show on YouTube. Honestly, I think they’re right – traditional late-night talk shows are struggling, and we don’t *need* big TV networks to find an audience anymore. YouTube gives creators so much more direct access, it just makes sense.
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Many people are defending Jimmy Kimmel, saying he’s right to dismiss his critics and even telling them to go away. Some suggested he create his own show online if he’s unhappy with the current situation.
Stefan Raab, a popular German TV host and performer, was so generous with Jimmy Kimmel that he offered Kimmel complete control of his show whenever Kimmel wanted it.
I was completely blown away by what he said on his show recently! He heard about my show getting canceled and, being a fan of both me and unfiltered content, he offered me the chance to take over *his* show whenever I’m ready. It was such an incredible gesture!
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