Jimmy Kimmel, ABC and Nexstar
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Nexstar seems to be leveraging the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” controversy to its advantage as it makes its move to formally acquire Tegna in 2026.
Sinclair said it will end its pre-emption of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and air the late-night show again beginning Friday.
Like Sinclair Broadcast Group, Nexstar is also refusing to air ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ on its ABC-affiliated stations.