Jimmy Kimmel to Deliver U.K. Christmas Message Claiming, “From a Fascism Perspective, This Has Been a Really Great Year

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The U.K.’s Channel 4 Christmas Day message will be delivered by….Jimmy Kimmel?

Channel 4’s alternative Christmas message in the UK is traditionally meant to be thought-provoking, surprising, and sometimes a little cheeky. But this year, it felt like a rerun of American late-night complaints, delivered by someone who seems to mostly express anger and sadness for effect.

British viewers are in for a surprise with Jimmy Kimmel’s Christmas message, which is expected to include the controversial line, “From a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year.”

The comment is meant to be funny, but it’s clearly poking fun at American politics, those in charge, and especially President Trump – a familiar target.

An American Lecture as a British Holiday Message

Channel 4’s tradition of alternative Christmas messages often sparks debate. They’ve previously featured controversial figures like Edward Snowden and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. However, choosing Jimmy Kimmel brings up a bigger issue: why are British viewers being asked to spend Christmas Day listening to an American celebrity criticize the American president?

Sources say Kimmel’s Christmas message won’t focus on British issues or policies. Instead, he appears to be bringing in a completely American political viewpoint – one that British viewers didn’t choose and aren’t involved in – and presenting it as part of the holiday season.

That disconnect is hard to ignore.

The Fascism Line Isn’t Subtle — or Clever

Variety reports that Jimmy Kimmel’s annual Christmas message will include the statement: “From a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year.”

The language feels more geared towards grabbing attention than offering real understanding. It’s less about clever commentary and more like a catchy phrase – a tactic Jimmy Kimmel has used often lately. For a Christmas message, which usually aims for togetherness, contemplation, or lightheartedness, it comes across as a quick social media update rather than a well-considered speech.

Crying on Cue — Again

If the Christmas message seems overly sentimental, that’s because it’s similar to things Jimmy Kimmel has done before.

During his last appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live in 2025, Kimmel became emotional and cried while discussing a difficult year. This followed a five-day break from the show after ABC briefly suspended him for sharing inaccurate information about the person accused of attacking Charlie Kirk.

Jimmy Kimmel described the past year as difficult and unusual, noting it’s been a year of both challenges and joyful moments – more so than any other year of his life. He became emotional while reflecting on it, even starting to cry.

This wasn’t a one-time occurrence. Jimmy Kimmel has become known for getting emotional on television, often presented as genuine feeling, but lately, many critics see it as overly dramatic and self-focused. He cried again while expressing gratitude to viewers for helping the show recover from a difficult period.

Some viewers connect with his emotional openness, but others – especially those who will be watching him on Christmas while abroad – find it feels like a predictable, emotionally calculated, and inappropriate tactic.

Exporting American Late-Night Grievance Culture

According to Variety, Jimmy Kimmel’s annual Christmas message will address two significant issues: ABC’s decision to temporarily suspend his show earlier this year, and his continuing disagreements with President Trump.

It’s important to understand the situation. This isn’t an unbiased viewpoint; it’s an American performer with strong political opinions using a British TV show to continue an argument that’s already been happening on American television every night.

Honestly, it’s not about whether Channel 4 looked for trouble. As a movie and TV fan, I’m starting to wonder if audiences here in the UK even want all that American late-night talk show drama, especially during the holidays. It just feels…imported, you know?

A Holiday Message That Feels Anything But Universal

Channel 4 describes Kimmel’s address as “deeply personal and characteristically jovial.”

It feels strange to see an American comedian call a year marked by rising fascism “great,” especially while publicly displaying strong emotions and reigniting political divisions on a day usually meant for goodwill.

If you were hoping for something clever, new, or insightful, the Kimmel Christmas Message doesn’t deliver. It feels less like a special and more like a copy of the same jokes you could easily find online from British comedy shows.

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2025-12-22 17:57