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Kimmel in Talks for ABC Show Renewal Amid Budget Cuts
11 Sep
Summary
- Jimmy Kimmel is negotiating a contract renewal with ABC.
- Disney seeks to reduce the budget for Jimmy Kimmel Live!.
- Kimmel discussed retirement concerns on Armchair Expert podcast.
Jimmy Kimmel is in negotiations with ABC for a contract extension, with reports indicating a potential one-year renewal. This comes amid Disney's broader strategy to reduce expenses across its entertainment divisions. The television sector is anticipating a significant restructure later this year.
Other late-night shows have already experienced budget reductions, including the elimination of The 8G band for Late Night with Seth Meyers. Kimmel, along with his wife and fellow executive producer Molly McNearney, has publicly discussed the complexities of retirement, with Kimmel expressing concern about regretting stepping away from his career, especially given his past dedication.
