Jimmy Kimmel Live! “It is a decision we made because we felt some of the comments were ill-timed and thus insensitive. Kimmel and the Trump administration have long traded public barbs, making the suspension a rallying point for both sides. Kimmel is a veteran host and a respected figure at ABC, known for his loyalty to his team. His show supports 200–250 staffers, and during the 2023 WGA strike, Kimmel personally paid his crew while production was halted.