Disney Extends Jimmy Kimmel's Deal Through 2027, Keeping 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' On Air for Another Year.
In a move that will likely bring some relief to the show's producers and staff, The Walt Disney Company has agreed on an extension with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, ensuring his popular talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will remain on ABC until at least May 2027.
According to sources close to the production, Kimmel made the announcement to his team on Monday, which marks a one-year deal that follows an impressive run of over two decades for the late-night host. The news comes as no surprise, given Kimmel's long-standing contract with the network and his reputation as one of television's most beloved hosts.
The extension maintains Kimmel's position not only as the host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" but also as a key figure in ABC's late-night lineup, thanks to his numerous hosting gigs at high-profile events like the Oscars. In recent years, he has become synonymous with the ceremony, having hosted it four times since 2010.
As for 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'s future, Disney will likely continue to support the show, which features a mix of celebrity interviews, comedy sketches, and pop culture commentary. The fact that Kimmel is staying puts significant faith in his ability to attract audiences and keep them engaged.
While details about the specifics of Kimmel's new deal are not publicly available, the extension marks an important milestone for "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" as it looks to maintain its status as a flagship program for ABC's late-night programming slate.
In a move that will likely bring some relief to the show's producers and staff, The Walt Disney Company has agreed on an extension with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, ensuring his popular talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will remain on ABC until at least May 2027.
According to sources close to the production, Kimmel made the announcement to his team on Monday, which marks a one-year deal that follows an impressive run of over two decades for the late-night host. The news comes as no surprise, given Kimmel's long-standing contract with the network and his reputation as one of television's most beloved hosts.
The extension maintains Kimmel's position not only as the host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" but also as a key figure in ABC's late-night lineup, thanks to his numerous hosting gigs at high-profile events like the Oscars. In recent years, he has become synonymous with the ceremony, having hosted it four times since 2010.
As for 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'s future, Disney will likely continue to support the show, which features a mix of celebrity interviews, comedy sketches, and pop culture commentary. The fact that Kimmel is staying puts significant faith in his ability to attract audiences and keep them engaged.
While details about the specifics of Kimmel's new deal are not publicly available, the extension marks an important milestone for "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" as it looks to maintain its status as a flagship program for ABC's late-night programming slate.