'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Replaced With Charlie Kirk Tribute on Sinclair's ABC Stations; Company Demands Kimmel Apologize and Donate to Kirk's Family and Turning Point USA Selome HailuSeptember 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM 0 Getty Images Media conglomerate Sinclair will replace the Friday timeslot of "Jimmy Kimme...
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Selome HailuSeptember 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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Media conglomerate Sinclair will replace the Friday timeslot of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" with a Charlie Kirk tribute special on its ABC affiliate stations.
In addition, the company is demanding that Kimmel apologize to Kirk's family and send "a meaningful personal donation" to them as well as Turning Point USA, the organization Kirk founded that advocates for conservative politics in high schools and colleges. Sinclair, one of the U.S.'s large TV station owners, has long had a reputation for having a politically conservative tilt.
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Sinclair's announcement came after the company and Nexstar Media Group, another major ABC affiliate owner, both pulled the late night show from its ABC stations in response to Kimmel's recent comments about Kirk's killing. Shortly after those decisions, ABC suspended production on the show indefinitely.
"Mr. Kimmel's remarks were inappropriate and deeply insensitive at a critical moment for our country," Sinclair vice chairman Jason Smith said in a statement. "We believe broadcasters have a responsibility to educate and elevate respectful, constructive dialogue in our communities. We appreciate FCC Chairman Carr's remarks today and this incident highlights the critical need for the FCC to take immediate regulatory action to address control held over local broadcasters by the big national networks."
Last month, the company announced a "comprehensive strategic review" for its broadcast business, including potential sales and acquisitions. Any deal Sinclair engages in that would involve the transfer of broadcast licenses would be subject to FCC review and approval.
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