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Kimmel considers retirement from ABC show after 21 years.

Jimmy Kimmel is weighing retirement from his ABC late-night show, but fears regretting it later. His wife, Molly McNearney, feels his current work is “incredibly important right now” and wishes for him to continue. Kimmel has presented "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" since 2003, and his present contract extends to May 2027.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 August 2026 at 9:45

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