Quick Info
| Profession | Television host, comedian, producer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 13/11/1967 |
| Age | 58 years |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, USA |
Latest News about Jimmy Kimmel
24/09/2025
Jimmy Kimmel returned to Jimmy Kimmel Live! after ABC briefly suspended the show over his remarks about Charlie Kirk’s killing. He said his comments were mischaracterized and that he never intended to celebrate or trivialize Kirk’s death, which renewed debate over free speech and network pressure.
18/09/2025
ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! indefinitely after Jimmy Kimmel’s monologue about the killing of Charlie Kirk triggered major backlash. The decision followed criticism from conservative figures and a wider public debate about political pressure, broadcast standards, and free expression.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name: James Christian Kimmel | |
| Also known as: Jimmy the Sports Guy (early radio career) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height: 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) |
Personal Life
| Spouse: Molly McNearney (married 13/07/2013) | |
| Previous Spouse: Gina Kimmel | |
| Children: Kevin Kimmel, Katie Kimmel, Jane Kimmel, William John Kimmel, and two children with Molly McNearney |
Relationships & More
| Relationship Status: Married |
Family
| Father: James John Kimmel | |
| Mother: Joan Iacono | |
| Siblings: Jonathan Kimmel, Jill Kimmel | |
| Children: Kevin Kimmel, Katie Kimmel, Jane Kimmel, William John Kimmel |
Career
| Early Career | Radio host as 'Jimmy the Sports Guy' on KROQ's The Kevin and Bean Show; hosted Win Ben Stein’s Money (1997); co-hosted The Man Show (1999-2003) with Adam Carolla |
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| Major Show | Host and executive producer of Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC, since 2003) |
| Awards Hosting | Primetime Emmy Awards (2012, 2016, 2020); Academy Awards (2017, 2018, 2023, 2024) |
| Production | Co-founded Jackhole Industries with Adam Carolla and Daniel Kellison |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/jimmykimmel/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/jimmykimmel | |
| https://twitter.com/jimmykimmel | |
| X | https://x.com/jimmykimmel |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@jimmykimmel |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Started career in radio across multiple US markets including Arizona, Seattle, Florida before Los Angeles[6] | |
| 2. In 2025, briefly taken off air after comments about Charlie Kirk assassination[3] | |
| 3. Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013 | |
| 4. In 2025, Jimmy Kimmel's show was briefly suspended by ABC after his comments about the Charlie Kirk assassination drew criticism and prompted a free-speech debate. | |
| 5. In February 2025, a death hoax falsely reported that Jimmy Kimmel had been killed; his representatives confirmed he is alive and well | |
| 6. In September 2025, briefly taken off air after comments about Charlie Kirk assassination |