Jimmy Kimmel is not currently employed by ABC or its production entities; he was effectively separated from his nightly talk show on ABC, Jimmy Kimmel Live, in April 2023 after more than 21 years on air, with the final episode airing on April 11, 2023. The program concluded as part of a strategic shift in late-night and daytime scheduling rather than a single termination event, though there were earlier departures from other ABC roles, including his radio show on SiriusXM in 2022. Since then, Kimmel has continued his career via production ventures and a multifaceted deal with Amazon, while remaining associated with past ABC content in syndication and streaming contexts.
Status Overview
As of 2024–2025, Jimmy Kimmel does not hold an active on-air or executive role at ABC. The separation from his nightly talk show concluded in 2023, and there has been no rehiring or formal return announced. Related appearances are limited to occasional interviews, specials, and archival content rather than ongoing programming commitments.
Notable Contract and Role Timeline
| Date or Period | Event | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Premiere of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC | Established his presence in late-night on a major network. |
| 2022 | Departure from SiriusXM radio show | Shifted audio focus ahead of broader contract changes. |
| April 2023 | Final episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! (April 11) | |
| 2023 | Production and talent deal renewal with parent/partner studios | Ongoing content production under alternative distribution. |
Contract and Financial Context
Kimmel’s departure from the nightly show followed years of extensions and broader negotiations involving his production entity, Kimmelot. While exact financial terms are rarely disclosed, industry reporting indicates he maintained a strong leverage position due to the program’s ratings and his multiplatform value. His subsequent work with Amazon, including scripted and unscripted projects, signals continued influence beyond traditional nightly television, albeit not within ABC’s lineup.
Career Segments and Contributions
Across his career, Kimmel has balanced late-night hosting, producing, and high-profile interviews. Key pillars include:
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!: nightly talk show with celebrity interviews, comedy, and topical monologues.
- Producing: Kimmelot developments for broadcast and streaming, including documentaries and features.
- Public commentary: Policy and pop-culture takes in interviews and digital shorts.
- Special events: Hosting awards and one-off broadcasts outside nightly format.
Relationship with ABC Post-Nightly Show
Although the nightly program concluded, legacy content remains accessible via streaming and syndication when licensed. Any new or revived programming would require a fresh agreement and is not currently active. This positions Kimmel as a veteran figure whose influence persists, but not through an ongoing ABC on-air role.
Comparative Context
Understanding Kimmel’s trajectory is clearer when compared with peers in the late-night landscape:
| Host | Network (as of 2024–2025) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Kimmel | Previously ABC; current ventures via Amazon and third-party deals | No active nightly show on ABC |
| Jimmy Fallon | NBC | Active Tonight Show host |
| Stephen Colbert | CBS | Active Late Show host |
| James Corden | CBS (ended 2023) | Retired The Late Late Show |