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Kimmel Labels Trump 'Uncle Scam' Amid Polling Slump
politics2 days ago

Kimmel Labels Trump 'Uncle Scam' Amid Polling Slump

Jimmy Kimmel has dubbed President Donald Trump 'dear old Uncle Scam' in a new segment, reflecting the late-night host's sharp criticism of the president's current political standing. This nickname comes as Trump faces plummeting approval ratings and scrambles to secure voter support ahead of the November midterms. The move highlights the growing tension between the administration and media figures, particularly as Trump’s recent controversial stunts, such as the proposed renaming of New Mexico, have drawn widespread backlash and failed to improve his public image.

via The Daily Beast|
#donald-trump#jimmy-kimmel#late-night-tv
Stewart Condemns Trump’s AI Self-Regulation Deal as 'Lying' to the Public
politics3 days ago

Stewart Condemns Trump’s AI Self-Regulation Deal as 'Lying' to the Public

Jon Stewart dedicated his entire 'Daily Show' monologue to criticizing President Donald Trump’s recent 'White House Accord on Super Intelligence,' which allows major AI companies to self-regulate. Stewart argued that this move contradicts Trump’s previous rhetoric against tech leaders and ignores the immediate risks of AI, including surveillance and job displacement. While other late-night hosts focused on midterm election tactics and health crises, Stewart’s segment highlighted the conflict of interest in allowing tech giants to police their own industry.

via The Guardian|
#artificial-intelligence#donald-trump#jon-stewart
Disney Execs Cite Shrinking Late-Night Audiences as Kimmel Deal Stalls
tv-business8 days ago

Disney Execs Cite Shrinking Late-Night Audiences as Kimmel Deal Stalls

Jimmy Kimmel has not yet signed a new contract with Disney, with his current deal expiring in May 2027. Dana Walden, President and Chief Creative Officer of the Walt Disney Company, explained at the Bloomberg Screentime event that while Kimmel’s ratings have risen, the overall late-night audience has shrunk significantly. Disney is currently negotiating to reduce production costs to make the show financially viable, balancing business constraints with their long-standing partnership. Kimmel has previously argued that late-night shows do not need to cost $120 million, suggesting that cost-cutting measures could sustain the format. The negotiations remain ongoing as both parties seek a solution that honors their relationship while addressing the changing economics of broadcast television.

via Deadline|
#abc#dana-walden#disney
Conan O'Brien Says He Left Late Night to Avoid Being 'Asked to Leave'
entertainment9 days ago

Conan O'Brien Says He Left Late Night to Avoid Being 'Asked to Leave'

Conan O'Brien revealed at the Bloomberg Screentime conference that he chose to end his TBS show in 2021 after 28 years, rather than waiting for the 30-year mark, because he perceived the late-night landscape was shifting. He described leaving before being 'asked to leave' as an Irish tradition. O'Brien noted that while networks claim late night is no longer economically viable, he finds his current podcasting situation more comfortable due to better margins and a smaller, crucial team.

via thewrap.com|
#bloomberg-screentime#conan-obrien#entertainment
De Niro Returns as Mob-Boss FCC Chair to Threaten Kimmel Over Trump Jokes
entertainment9 days ago

De Niro Returns as Mob-Boss FCC Chair to Threaten Kimmel Over Trump Jokes

Robert De Niro returned to 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on September 30, 2026, to reprise his role as FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. In a surprise sketch, De Niro confronted Kimmel with a baseball bat, citing 192 instances of Kimmel mocking President Trump. The bit highlighted ongoing tensions between late-night television and federal regulators, with De Niro demanding Kimmel balance insults with compliments.

via HuffPost|
#entertainment#fcc#jimmy-kimmel
Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Xi Visit Amid Serious Geopolitical Stakes
politics13 days ago

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Xi Visit Amid Serious Geopolitical Stakes

Late-night comedians mocked President Trump’s state visit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, focusing on the president’s visible flinch during a military flyover and his tour of White House renovations. While hosts ridiculed the spectacle, the visit carried serious implications for trade, AI, and security, with Xi announcing a panda gift and Trump hosting tech executives at a state dinner.

via HuffPost|
#donald-trump#late-night-tv#politics
Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Xi Visit as Focus on Optics Overshadows Policy
politics14 days ago

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Xi Visit as Focus on Optics Overshadows Policy

Late-night hosts mocked President Trump’s focus on personal rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his state visit, highlighting a lack of policy breakthroughs. Seth Meyers criticized Trump’s emphasis on physical compliments and red-carpet displays over diplomatic substance. Jimmy Kimmel compared the White House tour to a child showing off toys, while other hosts joked about the gift of pandas and the lavish state dinner.

via HuffPost|
#donald-trump#late-night-tv#politics
Late-night roasts Trump’s chaotic August: memes, rust, and reality denial
politics1 month ago

Late-night roasts Trump’s chaotic August: memes, rust, and reality denial

After summer break, Jon Stewart and other hosts riff on Donald Trump’s August actions—from rolling back vaccine rules and attacking mail-in voting to flamboyant threats and a meme-fueled rename of Lake Ontario to Lake America—paired with a rusting USS Abraham Lincoln and a White House aide reinforcing Trump’s warped reality, all underscoring ongoing political chaos and media satire as Trump stays prolific on Truth Social.

via The Guardian|
#jon-stewart#lake-america#late-night-tv
Kimmel Weighs Retirement, Says He’ll Keep Creating in a Different Way
entertainment1 month ago

Kimmel Weighs Retirement, Says He’ll Keep Creating in a Different Way

Jimmy Kimmel discussed retirement on Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert with wife Molly McNearney, saying he doesn’t see a simple goodbye and would continue creating in some form; his Disney contract runs through May 2027, and both he and McNearney weigh ending the show on a high note versus moving on to new projects, with McNearney expressing she’d support either path while noting the show's importance.

via Deadline|
#disney#entertainment#jimmy-kimmel
Rosie O'Donnell Could Reboot Late Night—and Break the Glass Ceiling
television1 month ago

Rosie O'Donnell Could Reboot Late Night—and Break the Glass Ceiling

In a Variety TV column, the writer argues that late-night TV is due for a shake-up and Rosie O'Donnell’s recent four-night stint filling in for Jimmy Kimmel proves she could anchor a flagship show, potentially breaking the gender barrier and energizing a fading format. While her past on-air history is mixed, her old-school broadcasting instincts and talent for connecting with audiences could make her late-night's next big act and draw fresh press and viewers.

via Variety|
#late-night-tv#rosie-odonnell#talk-shows
Meyers skewers Trump 2.0's magnet obsession and the politics of distraction
politics2 months ago

Meyers skewers Trump 2.0's magnet obsession and the politics of distraction

Seth Meyers uses Late Night to mock Donald Trump’s 2.0 presidency, highlighting his fixation on magnets, aircraft carriers and other odd obsessions while juxtaposing them with stubborn inflation, rising costs and ongoing global flashpoints. The segment also references Trump’s promises on fuel and groceries, RFK Jr.’s controversial comments on sperm counts, a teleprompter operator profiting from Trump speeches, and a costly, unresolved deal with Iran, ultimately concluding that Americans just want affordable living amid a steady stream of scandals and distractions.

via The Guardian|
#american-politics#late-night-tv#politics