**Jimmy Kimmel Furious After ABC Suspends ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Over Comments on Charlie Kirk’s Killing**
*September 19, 2025 | Published 4:45 p.m. ET*
Jimmy Kimmel has been left seething after ABC abruptly suspended his late-night show, *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*, in response to comments he made about the killing of political activist Charlie Kirk. RadarOnline.com has all the details on Kimmel’s “revenge career plan” amid the controversy.
The 57-year-old host was pulled from the air on Wednesday, September 17, with the network confirming the show had been halted indefinitely following Kimmel’s address about Kirk’s death during Monday’s broadcast.
### Kimmel’s Reaction to Being Suspended
Sources close to the comedian revealed that Kimmel is now considering taking a permanent break from ABC. He is also exploring potential appearances on Stephen Colbert’s program before its planned cancellation next year.
“Jimmy is furious over this decision,” an insider familiar with the situation said. “He feels blindsided by ABC and believes his remarks were well within his rights under the First Amendment.”
Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University, Utah. On his September 15 show, Kimmel told viewers:
*“We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang trying to characterize this kid who killed Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them.”*
The backlash was swift. By midweek, ABC moved to suspend production of *Jimmy Kimmel Live!* and issued a brief statement confirming the decision, without offering further details.
### Will He Terminate His Contract with ABC?
Insiders say the suspension came amid pressure from ABC executives concerned about advertiser backlash and political fallout.
“Jimmy didn’t even say anything that bad,” another source noted. “This was commentary—sharp, maybe—but still commentary. For ABC to yank him off air over that sets a really troubling precedent.”
Those close to Kimmel say he is determined to challenge the suspension and may push to terminate his long-running contract with ABC altogether.
“He said he’s going to fight this, not just because he’s obsessed with the show—though he does care about it—but because he thinks the principle matters,” the source added. “If he can’t make a comment about Charlie Kirk, then what can he say? To him, this feels like persecution, and he won’t stand for it.”
### Trump Weighs In on Suspension
The suspension has already sparked talk of repercussions from Kimmel aimed at the network. An insider revealed Kimmel may lean on his Hollywood allies to boycott ABC shows, such as *The View*, until the dispute is resolved.
“He has a lot of friends in the industry who are deeply unhappy with how this has been handled,” the source said. “If Jimmy doesn’t have a show, don’t be surprised if some major names decide they won’t promote their work on ABC either.”
President Donald Trump, 79, quickly celebrated Kimmel’s suspension. Writing on Truth Social, he stated:
*“Great News for America: The ratings-challenged Jimmy Kimmel Show is CANCELLED. Congratulations to ABC for finally having the courage to do what had to be done.*
*Kimmel has ZERO talent, and worse ratings than even Colbert, if that’s possible.”*
Trump added:
*“That leaves Jimmy and Seth, two total losers, on Fake News NBC. Their ratings are also horrible. Do it NBC!”*
### Possible Collaboration with Stephen Colbert
Insiders have also suggested Kimmel and Colbert, 60, may collaborate in the coming months in response to the controversy.
Regarding Kimmel’s plans moving forward, a source claimed:
*“Jimmy isn’t going to sit quietly in the corner while ABC muzzles him. He’s already talking about starting a podcast where he can speak without a corporate filter.*
*It will be his way of getting revenge—he can say whatever he wants, bring on whoever he wants, and directly call out the people who tried to silence him.*
*It’s going to be trouble for those who pushed him out, and trouble for Trump. He won’t hold back.”*
https://radaronline.com/p/jimmy-kimmel-trump-revenge-late-night-show/