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The Fall of Jimmy Kimmel: A Closer Look at His Plummeting Ratings

The Return That Sparked Hype and Disappointment

In recent weeks, one story has dominated the late-night television landscape—Jimmy Kimmel’s return to the ABC lineup after a suspension that made headlines nationwide. For fans and critics alike, it seemed like a triumphant comeback, celebrated across social media platforms, especially within liberal circles that cheered the return of their favored host. Promoted by ABC as a resounding victory, it was expected that Kimmel would regain his audience and re-establish his authority in late-night TV.