Disney’s late-night host Jimmy Kimmel returned to his show on Tuesday night after a brief suspension after he falsely claimed the suspected assassin of conservative activist Charlie Kirk was “part of the MAGA gang.”
At the top of his show, Kimmel nearly broke into tears as he immediately apologized, adding that he never intended to make light of Charlie Kirk’s murder.
“You understand it was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man. I don’t think there’s anything funny about it. I posted a message on Instagram on the day he was killed asking compassion for his family, and I meant it. I still do. Nor did I mean to blame any specific group for the actions of a a specific individual. That was actually the opposite of the point I was trying to make. For those who think I did point a finger, I get why you’re upset. If the situation were reversed, there’s a good chance I would’ve felt the same way,” he said.
Kimmel was referring to a statement he made immediately after Kirk’s assassination, calling it a “horrible and monstrous act.”
Last week, ABC affiliate Nexstar announced it pulling Jimmy Kimmel “from all of their stations” after the comedian suggested the assassin of conservative activist Charlie Kirk may be affiliated with MAGA despite evidence indicating he was influenced by left-wing ideologies. Nexstar said Kimmel’s comments were “offensive and insensitive at a critical time in our national political discourse,” adding it would like to “move toward the resumption of respectful, constructive dialogue.”
I saw the clip – I wouldn’t call that an apology!
Claimed he is a follower of Jesus Christ. Yeah right!
He is full of $hit!!!
Canceled!