Some US fans aren’t happy. “Running away won’t fix things. What about making change?” one tweeted.
In the late-night world, hosts are sad to see him go. Stephen Colbert said he’ll always have a spot on his couch. Trevor Noah said he deserves a break.
But not everyone is sympathetic. An insider at a rival network called it a “dramatic exit.”
Conservative commentators are having a field day. Some say it’s “empty posturing.” A Fox News host said, “Good riddance.”
There’s also speculation he might come back. “Give it six months. Canadian winters will send him home,” a conservative tweeted.
The future of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is up in the air. ABC might get a new host. Names like Tiffany Haddish and Michael Che are being talked about.
But Kimmel’s team says he might keep some control. “He built it. He doesn’t want it to change,” an insider said.
As January 20th nears, fans are waiting to see how he signs off. Will it be a sweet goodbye or a bitter farewell? One thing’s for sure: late-night won’t be the same without him.