With one well-known commenter writing, “Kimmel always wanted to preach to the choir.” He will now do it from Canada.
“Perhaps Trudeau can manage him,” jokingly said another prominent conservative figure. We are glad to assist Jimmy with packing.
Nevertheless, admirers of Kimmel contend that his action is a personal defense of his convictions; one fan said on Twitter, “Love him or hate him, Kimmel’s always spoken his mind.”
I respect him if he feels compelled to depart. The future of Jimmy Kimmel Live! remains questionable in light of Kimmel’s resignation.
Although it would be difficult to match Kimmel’s distinct voice and style, several industry insiders predict that ABC may attempt to continue the program with a new presenter.
Michael Che, Hasan Minhaj, and Tiffany Haddish are among the names being mentioned as prospective successors in the circulating rumors.
