Jimmy Kimmel Wins Award Amid Reflection on Political Backlash

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Jimmy Kimmel reflected on his suspension and political backlash after winning the Best Talk Show trophy at the Critics Choice Awards.The comedian described the experience as a near-death moment following a 2025 hiatus caused by comments regarding Charlie Kirk and criticism from Donald Trump.Kimmel sarcastically thanked Trump for providing material while expressing gratitude to fans for supporting comedians during an industry shakeup that included the cancellation of Stephen Colbert.
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