Jimmy Kimmel won Outstanding Host for a Game Show at the 2025 Creative Arts Emmys on September 7 for Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, dodging questions about his future on Jimmy Kimmel Live. “I’m not ready to answer that,” he told IndieWire. “Things have changed a lot lately. Every day is a new adventure.” He joked, “Is that a good way to dodge the question?” leaving fans curious about his plans.
In a 2024 Los Angeles Times interview, Kimmel hinted that his current ABC contract might be his last. “I think this is my final contract,” he said, but added he’s made similar predictions before. With over two years left until 2027, he noted, “That feels like enough.” His comments at the Emmys have sparked talk about whether he’ll stay on late-night TV.
Kimmel also recently became an Italian citizen, citing worries about US President Donald Trump’s second term. This move has fans wondering about his long-term plans, both on and off the screen.
"Things have changed a lot," – Jimmy Kimmel on the future of #JimmyKimmyLive, at the #CreativeArtsEmmys pic.twitter.com/3cPiAVwD9K
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) September 8, 2025Kimmel’s remarks come during a public clash with Trump, who reportedly threatened to end his late-night career after CBS cancelled Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show. Kimmel hit back on air, saying, “I hear you’re next. Or maybe it’s just another secret.” He mentioned a Wall Street Journal report claiming Trump sent a “bawdy” letter to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, adding to their ongoing feud.
Kimmel showed support for Colbert on Instagram, writing, “Love you, Stephen. F*** you and all your Sheldon,s CBS.” The cancellation followed Colbert’s criticism of a $16 million settlement between CBS’s parent company, Paramount, and Trump on July 3, 2025.
Kimmel’s Take on Trump at the Emmys
When asked at the Emmys about “defending democracy” through his show, Kimmel said, “I don’t feel like I’m defending democracy, but I do enjoy giving this guy a poke. He deserves it.” He added that he loves “lampooning” Trump and appreciates it when Trump notices. Earlier in 2025, Kimmel joked about Trump’s first 100 days, saying, “It’s between an F and a U.”
Kimmel’s vague comments about his future and his bold jabs at Trump keep him in the news. As a late-night host since 2003, his possible exit could shake up the industry. His Italian citizenship and political remarks add intrigue, showing his concerns about the US political scene. Fans are eager to see if Kimmel stays with ABC or tries something new.
