Jimmy Kimmel’s Late-Night Show Returning After Suspension

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Jimmy Kimmel is returning to TV. 

ABC announced that *Jimmy Kimmel Live!* will return on September 23rd. This comes six days after the show was put on hold because of comments Jimmy Kimmel made about Charlie Kirk.

The network announced on September 22nd that it had paused production of the show to prevent making a difficult national moment even more upsetting. They explained the decision was made because certain remarks felt inappropriate given the current climate.

ABC and Jimmy Kimmel recently had extensive discussions about the original plan for the show. According to the network, these conversations led to the decision to reschedule the show for Tuesday.

ABC confirmed on September 17th that Jimmy Kimmel’s show would be temporarily paused. This came two days after the 57-year-old host spoke about the discussion surrounding Kirk’s death and the person believed to be responsible, Tyler Robinson.

Jimmy Kimmel said on September 15th that supporters of Donald Trump, often called the ‘MAGA gang,’ are working hard to distance themselves from the person who allegedly attacked Charlie Kirk, and are attempting to use the incident to their political advantage.

Twenty-two-year-old Robinson surrendered to authorities on September 12th and was arrested. He’s been charged with the murder of 31-year-old Kirk, which occurred during an event at Utah Valley University on September 10th.

After Robinson’s arrest, officials shared text messages they said he sent, claiming he targeted Kirk because he’d “had enough of his hatred.”

Before Jimmy Kimmel was taken off the air, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr strongly criticized Kimmel’s monologue, calling it extremely inappropriate. Carr also stated the FCC could potentially punish ABC and its parent company, Disney, by revoking the licenses of local ABC stations.

Shortly after, Nexstar Media Group-a company that owns over 200 TV stations across the U.S.-said its ABC stations would stop showing *Jimmy Kimmel Live!* starting with the episode airing on September 17th, and for the time being. ABC then decided to cancel the show completely.

Before his show on September 15th, Kimmel released a statement about Kirk Douglas’s passing, and included a message to the country.

He posted on Instagram on September 10th, asking people to stop blaming each other and simply acknowledge that shooting another person is terrible and shocking.

The comedian, a father of four himself, also expressed his sympathy to Kirk’s family, including his wife, Erika Kirk, and their two children.

He also shared his family’s heartfelt sympathy for the Kirks and everyone affected by the tragic gun violence, especially the children and their parents.

For more reactions to Kirk’s death, keep reading. 

Following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, age 31, on September 10, 2025, while he was speaking at Utah Valley University, the President confirmed his death and shared a touching tribute on Truth Social.

Trump announced the passing of Charlie Kirk, calling him ‘great’ and ‘legendary.’ He stated that Kirk uniquely understood and connected with young people in the United States, and was universally loved, particularly by Trump himself.

The actress from *Wicked* expressed her shock and sadness on Instagram, calling the event “a sad, senseless, and disgusting act.” She also shared her prayers for the Kirk family and the country.

The TV host responded to the news of Kirk’s passing on the September 10th episode of his program, *The Real Story*.

Dr. Phil announced the passing of Charlie Kirk, describing him as a husband, father, friend, and American. He expressed hope that Kirk’s legacy of spirit, passion, and message would endure, and offered prayers for Kirk’s family.

 

The comedian expressed his sympathy to Erika Frantzve Kirk, the wife of the right-wing influencer, and their two children in an Instagram post. He wrote, “He was a good, unusual Christian man. I pray God comforts his family.”

The former president, speaking for himself and Michelle Obama, expressed his deepest sympathy to Kirk’s family and friends.

The reason behind the shooting of Charlie Kirk remains unknown, but this act of violence is unacceptable in a democratic society, she stated on X. Michelle and I are keeping Charlie’s family in our thoughts tonight, particularly his wife, Erika, and their two children.

The former vice president said she and her husband, Doug Emhoff, were very upset to learn about the death of Kirk, who helped start the conservative organization Turning Point USA.

Harris shared on X that he and Doug are thinking of Charlie Kirk and his family. He strongly stated that violence has no place in American politics and condemned the recent act, urging everyone to work together to prevent further violence.

The political commentator became emotional as she recalled her experiences working with Kirk at Turning Point USA and throughout their years of knowing each other.

I wouldn’t wish what happened to anyone, especially not someone as kind as Charlie,” she said in a YouTube video on September 11th. “He was devoted to his family, his wife, and his country, and he didn’t deserve such a tragic end.

Owens expressed her commitment to honoring Charlie’s legacy, stating that she wouldn’t let his memory fade, as her own political journey began alongside his. She concluded by sharing her deep sadness and pain.

Following the recent tragedy involving Charlie Kirk’s family, the *Guardians of the Galaxy* actor expressed his support on X, sharing, “I’m praying for Charlie, his wife, and their children, and for our nation. We need God’s help and grace during this difficult time.”

Donald Trump Jr., age 47 and son of the former president and the late Ivana Trump, shared a heartfelt and lengthy tribute detailing his strong relationship with a person named Kirk.

I considered Charlie more than a friend – he was like a brother to me, and to so many others around the globe,” he shared on X. “He truly inspired people.

We’ve lost a truly exceptional leader and a courageous man of strong character and conviction – someone like him is very rare. It’s impossible to grasp how his life could be taken by such a violent and terrible act. It’s just awful and deeply saddening.

 

I was so saddened to hear about Kirk’s death, and I really appreciated seeing Arnold, the *Terminator* actor, share his condolences and support for the family. It meant a lot to see such a public figure acknowledge their loss.

Schwarzenegger called the event a terrible tragedy and urged people to remember their shared humanity in its wake.

Following Kirk’s passing, the former View host made it clear she condemned the act of violence.

Alongside a photo of Kirk speaking before the incident, she posted on Instagram, “Absolutely not-don’t resort to violence-this is completely unacceptable.”

Bill Clinton, the 42nd U.S. president, expressed both sadness and anger upon learning about Charlie’s death.

In a post on X, Hillary Clinton expressed hope that everyone will take time to reflect and work harder to discuss important issues with both strong feelings and respect for others. She and Bill Clinton are also sending their thoughts and prayers to Erika, her two children, and the entire family.

The reality TV star said she felt numb after learning her close friend, Kirk, had died.

She shared on Instagram that she was heartbroken over the loss of Charlie Kirk, who had a profound impact on her life. He had invited her to join the Turning Point organization recently, and she was scheduled to accompany him on a college tour this October. Instead, she’s grieving his passing, saying she’s utterly devastated.

Chrisley added, “Rest easy, my friend. Heaven has gained a warrior.”

After Kirk was tragically shot and killed, the First Lady expressed her deep sympathy for his children. In a post on X, she wrote that they will grow up with stories about him instead of personal memories, looking at photos instead of sharing laughs, and feeling his absence instead of hearing his voice.

Ivanka Trump shared a post from her husband praising Charlie Kirk as a valuable friend and important figure in President Trump’s 2016 campaign and the growth of the MAGA movement.

He described Charlie as a true embodiment of the MAGA movement – someone who was strong in his convictions, but also kind, inquisitive, and respectful. He possessed immense bravery, charm, and integrity. It’s a great loss for the world to lose someone with so much potential so soon.

 
 
 

The retired NFL player shared that he and his wife, Demi-Leigh Tebow, are keeping his family in their thoughts and prayers, as well as those who cared about the person who passed away.

I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of Charlie Kirk,” he shared on X. “More than anything, he was a man of faith, a loving husband, and a dedicated father. He lived with passion, courage, and a strong desire to leave a lasting legacy.”

 
 
 

The actor spoke out on his connection to Kirk.

He shared on social media that he enjoyed having dinner with Charlie Kirk, but was concerned about his well-being. He noted that while some on the left call for open dialogue, Kirk actively engaged in those conversations – even speaking at events hosted by those with opposing viewpoints, hoping to promote reason and facts.

Like other leaders, the 82-year-old stated firmly that violence of this kind is unacceptable in our country.

President Biden posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, calling for an end to something unspecified. He also shared that he and his wife, Jill Biden, are sending their thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Charlie Kirk.

After the tragedy, the former POTUS spoke out against the violent attack. 

In a statement, Bush explained that this occurred on a college campus – a place where the free exchange of different viewpoints is essential. He stressed the need to reject violence and harsh language in public discourse, and emphasized that people with different political beliefs aren’t opponents, but fellow Americans.

He added, “May God bless Charlie Kirk and his family, and may God guide America toward civility.”

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