A public dispute has erupted between Donald Trump and ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, following a joke Kimmel made about Melania Trump, which led to calls for his dismissal from ABC and its parent company, Disney.
Kimmel's Controversial Remark
Kimmel clarified that his remark about Melania Trump having "a glow like an expectant widow" was a light roast concerning the age difference between her and her husband, not an incitement to violence. He expressed sympathy for those affected by a recent shooting incident.
Melania Trump's Response
Melania Trump strongly condemned Kimmel's comments on X, labeling him a "coward" and accusing him of spreading "hateful and violent rhetoric" intended to divide the country. She urged ABC to take a stand against his behavior.
Disney's Involvement
Walt Disney’s new chief executive, Josh D’Amaro, and his team have been tasked by Disney Chair James Gorman with determining the company’s official response to the controversy surrounding Kimmel. An official complaint has been filed with the FCC requesting an investigation into Kimmel over the joke, adding another layer to the ongoing public and corporate scrutiny.
In full, the new CEO will rise to the occasion of handling the Trump-Kimmel spat, Disney chair says.
