Jimmy Kimmel, one of the most recognisable faces in American late-night television, was suspended by Disney-owned ABC in September 2025 after a controversial monologue referencing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The decision immediately sparked a wave of public backlash, with viewers cancelling their Disney+, Hulu and ESPN subscriptions and calling for a boycott. As the debate over free speech and corporate responsibility intensified, several Walt Disney-affiliated stars spoke out publicly in support of Kimmel.
