UMVA has learned that Jimmy Kimmel, the host of a popular late-night show, will be stepping away from his duties for two months, leaving a rotating cast of guest presenters to fill the void.
The temporary departure was announced during a recent episode of his show, with Kimmel telling viewers that he would be taking the next two months off, this time voluntarily. He will be handing over hosting duties to a lineup of guest hosts, including Rosie O’Donnell, Tiffany Haddish, and Colman Domingo.
Rosie O’Donnell, the former co-host of a popular daytime talk show, will be taking on a significant role as guest host, with Kimmel jokingly introducing her as “one of our commander-in-chief’s all-time favorites.” O’Donnell has been living in Ireland for the past year, having left the US following a high-profile feud with a certain former president.
O’Donnell’s move to Ireland was sparked by her disagreement with the former president’s policies, and she has been vocal about her discontent. In a statement last year, she expressed her desire to return to the US, but only when it is safe for all citizens to have equal rights. Her return to the late-night show is likely to bring a similar tone to Kimmel’s absence.
The guest host lineup also includes Ike Barinholtz, Anthony Anderson, and Jelly Roll, ensuring that the show’s left-wing political tone remains intact during Kimmel’s absence. Kimmel is expected to return later this summer, but for now, O’Donnell and the other guest hosts will be keeping the show on track.
It’s worth noting that O’Donnell’s feud with the former president has been well-documented, with the president publicly suggesting that he was considering revoking her citizenship. Despite this, O’Donnell has remained vocal about her views, and her return to the late-night show is likely to generate significant attention.
