Jimmy Kimmel spoke publicly for the first time since his show was briefly suspended ahead of its Tuesday night return, with a post remembering the late TV writer and producer Norman Lear.
The big picture: "Missing this guy today," he wrote in a Tuesday Instagram post featuring a photo of the late-night host with Lear ahead of the return of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
- He had not spoken publicly since "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" was taken off air for a week over his comments in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing.
- Walt Disney Company announced it would return to ABC following an outcry from celebrities, policymakers and fans, though Sinclair and Nexstar will block the show from more than a quarter of ABC affiliates.
Why it matters: Lear, who died at age 101 in December 2023, was a free speech advocate.
- The creator of the 1970s comedy "All In The Family" co-signed onto a successful lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission's "Family Viewing Hour" stipulations that had required programming broadcast from 7-9pm ET be suitable for all ages.
More from Axios:
