Jimmy Kimmel Criticizes Trump in UK Address

Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel addressed the UK on Channel 4's 'Alternative Christmas Message', criticizing President Trump's actions and warning about the rise of fascism in the US. Kimmel stated that 'tyranny is booming' in America and that the country is 'tearing down the structures of its democracy'. He also referenced his own experience with ABC suspending his show, 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', and how it sparked widespread concerns about freedom of speech. Kimmel urged the UK not to give up on the US despite its current challenges.

Late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel delivered an 'Alternative Christmas Message' on Channel 4 in the UK, joking about the rise of fascism in the US under President Donald Trump's second term. Kimmel criticized Trump's actions, stating that 'from a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year' for the US. He also reflected on his own experience of being suspended by ABC in September 2025 after making comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's shooting, and how it sparked a wider conversation about free speech. Kimmel urged the UK not to give up on the US despite its current challenges.

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel delivered a Christmas Day address on Channel 4 in the UK, using the platform to criticize President Trump and the US government. Kimmel accused the government of trying to silence him and mocked Trump as 'King Donny VIII.' He also referenced his recent suspension from his ABC show after comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination. Kimmel framed his return to television as a victory over Trump and warned British viewers about the dangers of democratic backsliding.