Introduction:
Jimmy Kimmel has become a beloved late-night host, known for his quick wit and charisma on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Over the years, he’s earned a special place in TV history, even hosting the Academy Awards four times. However, recent comments have led many to wonder if the iconic host might be considering leaving the spotlight.
A New Chapter?
Kimmel, who has been hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live since 2003, has built a reputation as one of the best in the field. Despite his success, Kimmel revealed in an interview with the Los Angeles Times that he had once considered walking away from his late-night show. “I did not think I would ever do it again,” Kimmel said about hosting the Oscars in 2024. “I did two of them, and they went well… I know how much work goes into them, so I thought, ‘Yeah, I don’t necessarily want to do this ever again.’”
The Struggles Behind the Scenes:
As the host of a long-running late-night show, Kimmel admitted that the pressure and workload could sometimes feel overwhelming. Speaking on the podcast Strike Force Five during the writers’ strike, Kimmel shared his feelings of exhaustion and doubt. “Wednesday night, I was very tired… I was literally nodding off onto my computer,” he said, describing the challenging aspects of his job. “In those moments, I think, ‘I cannot wait until my contract is over.’”
Despite these struggles, Kimmel reflected on how the strike reminded him of his passion for the job. “But then, I take the summer off or I go on strike, and you start going, ‘Yeah, I miss the fun stuff.’”
Kimmel’s Future in Question:
Kimmel revealed that he believes his current contract may be his last. “I think this is my final contract,” he said, though he jokingly added, “everyone’s laughing at me now—each time I think that, and then it turns out to be not the case.” He still has over two years left on his current contract, and he seems open to seeing where the next chapter leads him.
When asked about his post-TV future, Kimmel shared an image of what he envisions: “He is very accomplished. He speaks Italian, he plays the harmonica beautifully. He’s an expert fly-fisherman. He does all these different things that I know I’m not actually going to do.” He also added, “He’s drawn some graphic novels that were very well-received,” giving insight into his hobbies and interests outside of TV.
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Conclusion:
While Jimmy Kimmel hasn’t confirmed a departure from TV just yet, his reflections on the challenges of late-night hosting and his thoughts about the future show that he’s considering what comes next. For now, he still has a few more years on his contract, and whether or not he steps away, Kimmel’s legacy in the entertainment world will remain cemented.
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