Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Addresses Jimmy Kimmel Suspension, Says It Wasn't Politically Motivated - Just Jared - Celebrity News and Gossip

Bob Iger is opening up about the decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel and his late-night show last fall, following comments about the late Charlie Kirk.

The 75-year-old former The Walt Disney Company CEO spoke out about the situation in a new interview with the Financial Times.

If you recall, Jimmy Kimmel Live was after the host spoke about the murder of Charlie Kirk. The decision sparked much backlash from Disney and Marvel actors, other late-night hosts, and even former Disney CEO Michael Eisner, whom Iger replaced at the helm of the company.

Of Jimmy‘s suspension, Bob tells Financial Times it was not politically motivated.

“That was not the case,” he shared. “We thought it was in bad taste… We just wanted him to acknowledge that it was an ill-timed and probably inappropriate comment.”

While Jimmy has come under fire by Donald Trump once again, Disney has stayed by his side, even renewing the late-night show through May 2027.

Bob says he “wholeheartedly” endorses Disney’s stance to support Kimmel.

“I’m thoroughly supportive. It’s what we anticipated needing to do if the government’s threats turned into action,” he said.

Bob Iger served as CEO of Disney from 2005 to 2021, and returned again from 2022 to 2026. Earlier this year, Josh D’Amaro was announced as the new CEO of the company, after previously serving as Chairman of Parks, Experiences and Products.

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