Jimmy Kimmel Roasts the TV Industry at Disney’s Upfront Presentation
At Disney’s upfront event, Jimmy Kimmel delivered a highly anticipated roast of the television industry, particularly relevant given the recent shake-ups in late-night programming.
Kimmel’s Bold Humor
The host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! unleashed his signature unfiltered jokes about both broadcast and streaming platforms, even poking fun at his bosses at ABC, just weeks after facing yet another attempt by President Trump to cancel his show.
Highlights from the Monologue
- ”I didn’t think I’d see you guys again either. Yeah, the bad boy of data and measurement solutions is back.”
- ”I’ve been through so much bullshit this year it actually made me appreciate this bullshit.”
- ”To get pulled off air by ABC usually takes throwing a chair at your Mormon boyfriend.”
On Ratings and Engagement
Kimmel quipped, “The President tried to cancel me, but you could also say I’ve ‘generated unparalleled engagement across various platforms,’ with a 25% viewer increase, largely thanks to Washington. If Johnny Carson woke up with my ratings, he’d be reaching for the Drain-O.”
Kimmel on Financial Impact
Joking about his financial repercussions, he stated, “I cost Disney billions this year. Hiring me may be the worst decision they’ve made. I’ve had four bosses at ABC, and that’s more than I can remember, but under Josh, it seems all shows will soon be canceled.”
ABC’s Super Bowl Plans
Discussing the upcoming Super Bowl on ABC, he mentioned, “It’s our first in 20 years, and we plan to promote the most popular event on Earth. We even scheduled it on Valentine’s Day to stir division, and the halftime show will be as white as ever.”
A Look at Competitors
Kimmel ended with a commentary on ABC’s position, mentioning how CBS has become competitive again and poking fun at Fox’s revival plans for Baywatch. He also expressed curiosity about the young audience’s love for The Rookie. Lastly, he humorously warned the audience of the implications of Agentic AI, saying, “You are all f–ked.”
