jimmy Kimmel Live was awarded the trophy for Best Talk Show at the Critics Choice Awards last night, leading host Jimmy Kimmel to joke that he owed the win to his nemesis “Donald Jennifer Trump.”
“A FIFA Peace Prize would have been better,but this is nice,to,” Kimmel noted after taking the stage at the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles alongside his wife,Molly McNearney,who is the show’s co-head writer.
After thanking McNearney along with the show’s producers, Kimmel acknowledged the support he received from the late-night community after Jimmy Kimmel Live was temporarily suspended last year.
“We share this award with our colleagues in late night, our fellow nominees who did not care enough to be here with you tonight,” Kimmel said. “Thanks to all the writers and actors and producers and union members, many of you who are in this room, who supported us, who really stepped forward and reminded us that we do not take free speech for granted in this city or in this country. Your actions were important. We appreciate that.”
Kimmel then directed his gratitude towards the president. “most of all, I wont to thank our President, Donald Jennifer Trump, without whom we would be going home empty-handed tonight,” Kimmel told the audience. “Thank you,Mr. President, for all the many ridiculous things you do each and every day. It’s been a banner couple of weeks, and we can’t wait to get back on the air tomorrow night to talk about them.Thank you,everyone.”## Jimmy Kimmel Returns to *Jimmy Kimmel live* After Writers Strike, Jokes About Trump’s Loss
Jimmy Kimmel is back hosting *Jimmy Kimmel Live* on ABC, following the resolution of the Writers Guild of America strike. He marked his return with characteristic wit, referencing both the show’s success and a pointed jab at former President donald Trump.
“Our show came back stronger then ever,” Kimmel affirmed, as reported by *Rolling Stone*. “We won, the President lost, and now I’m back on the air every night, giving the most powerful politician on earth a right and richly deserved bollocking.”
Last year, Kimmel extended his contract with ABC to continue hosting *Jimmy Kimmel live* through May 2027.The show’s return episode, airing tonight, January 5th, features guests Ben Affleck and erin Doherty, with a musical performance by Molly Tuttle.
### Background on the WGA Strike
the return of *Jimmy Kimmel Live* follows a challenging period for late-night television. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) went on strike in May 2023, seeking improved compensation, staffing levels, and protections against the use of artificial intelligence in the writing process. The strike concluded in late September 2023 with a tentative agreement reached between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The agreement included gains in several key areas for writers, paving the way for shows like *Jimmy Kimmel Live* to resume production.
### Key Takeaways
* Jimmy Kimmel has returned to *Jimmy Kimmel Live* after the WGA strike.
* He has a contract with ABC through May 2027.
* The show’s return episode features Ben Affleck, Erin Doherty, and Molly Tuttle.
* The strike addressed critical issues for writers, including compensation and AI protections.
The return of *Jimmy Kimmel live* signals a return to normalcy for late-night television, and Kimmel’s opening remarks suggest he intends to continue delivering his signature blend of humor and political commentary. As the 2024 election cycle heats up, expect *Jimmy Kimmel Live* to remain a prominent voice in the cultural conversation.
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