Jimmy Kimmel’s long-awaited return to late-night television turned into a humiliating disaster for both the comedian and ABC. What was supposed to be a triumphant comeback quickly transformed into a public reminder that actions — and words — have consequences.
After a controversial suspension, Kimmel strutted back onto the stage as if nothing had happened. But his viewers weren’t ready to forgive or forget. And in the cold world of TV ratings, the backlash was swift and severe.
The numbers tell the story better than any punchline could. Kimmel’s first night back on September 23 drew an impressive 6.48 million viewers — a brief flash of excitement that likely had ABC executives breathing a sigh of relief. But within a week, that optimism evaporated.
By October 1, Kimmel’s ratings had plummeted to just 1.70 million viewers — a staggering 74% drop from his comeback premiere. The fall wasn’t just steep — it was historic. Even more embarrassing for ABC, the figure came in below his already dismal second-quarter average of 1.77 million.
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