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Kimmel Eyes 'Different Scenario' Retirement
25 Aug
Summary
- Kimmel defines retirement as a 'different scenario,' not a full stop.
- His wife wishes for him to retire for his well-being.
- He fears a premature retirement leading to a weaker comeback.
Jimmy Kimmel has addressed speculation about his retirement, suggesting his plans involve a 'different scenario' rather than a complete cessation of his work. He appeared on Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast alongside his wife, Molly McNearney, who heads the writing team for Jimmy Kimmel Live!. McNearney indicated that while she would like Kimmel to retire to relax, she also feels his current work is vital.
Kimmel expressed concern about the potential for a premature retirement, citing examples of individuals who later attempted less successful comebacks. He believes his 25-year-old self would find leaving the show now 'crazy.' He clarified that he would 'never stop doing things,' implying a continuation of creative projects in some capacity.
Separately, rumors had circulated about Rosie O'Donnell potentially taking over Kimmel's program. O'Donnell has since denied these claims, stating she would be open to a television return on a streaming service, ideally after Donald Trump is no longer in power, to allow for a period of healing.
