• Jimmy Kimmel extends his contract with ABC through May 2027.
• The extension follows a brief suspension due to controversial remarks.
• Kimmel's return to the air reportedly led to stronger ratings.
• This deal positions him beyond Stephen Colbert's tenure at CBS.
• Kimmel is known for his frequent criticism of former President Trump.

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has signed a one-year contract extension with ABC, ensuring his show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” will continue through May 2027. This renewal comes months after a suspension related to Kimmel's contentious remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which drew backlash and significant media attention, according to Reuters, Business Insider, and SFGate.

Kimmel faced a temporary suspension in September after the Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr criticized Kimmel's comments, suggesting ABC's affiliates should take the show off the air for not serving the public interest. The suspension ended within days, and Kimmel returned with enhanced ratings, emphasizing his resilience amidst controversy, according to SFGate and The Hill.

Albert Kimmel has been a prominent figure on ABC since 2003 and remains a vocal critic of former President Trump, whose provocations have directly influenced Kimmel's comedic content. This dynamic adds complexity to Kimmel's ongoing presence in late-night television, especially as his contract extension allows him to stay longer than Stephen Colbert at CBS, who is set to conclude his tenure in May 2026, according to Reuters and The Hill.