Reports about the possible end of Jimmy Kimmel Live! have sparked fresh questions about Jimmy Kimmel’s future on ABC. Page Six first reported on September 8 that Kimmel’s current contract is not expected to be renewed when it expires in May 2027, potentially bringing the late-night show’s 24-year run to an end.
However, ABC has rejected the claim. The network described the report as “inaccurate” and “purely speculative,” meaning there is currently no confirmed decision to cancel Jimmy Kimmel Live!.
Kimmel has hosted the ABC program since 2003, making it one of American television’s longest-running late-night shows. ABC’s official website continues to list Jimmy Kimmel Live! as an active weeknight program, with new episodes and guest schedules continuing into the current season.
The original report also noted that Kimmel has recently worked under shorter, year-to-year arrangements and that there has been discussion about him exploring other projects, including podcasts and potential new shows. ABC’s denial leaves his post-2027 plans unresolved for now.
The situation comes after a turbulent period for Kimmel, including his temporary suspension in 2025 and his eventual return to ABC. For now, viewers can continue watching Jimmy Kimmel Live! while the network maintains that reports of its imminent ending are speculative.