ABC Denies Reports of Jimmy Kimmel Live! Ending After 24 Seasons
Reports surfaced claiming that ABC's late-night show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will end after its 24th season in May 2027, citing a source that Kimmel's contract will not be renewed. ABC has denied these claims, calling them speculative. The show is set to return for its 25th season with new episodes beginning soon. Kimmel has hosted the program since 2003, making him one of the longest-running late-night hosts on network television.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (51/100). Lens Score 35/100.
Outlets measured: thetelegraph, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 9 Sept, 12:59 am. Other outlets followed.