Jimmy Kimmel reveals he asked major Trump critic to guest host while he's on vacation as a 'special treat'

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1. 1h ago

   Jimmy Kimmel Taps Rosie O'Donnell as Guest Host

   Jimmy Kimmel selected Rosie O'Donnell to host his ABC show during a two-month vacation. Kimmel described the move as a "special treat" for Donald Trump. The appointment has sparked criticism from Megyn Kelly.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jimmy Kimmel asked Rosie O'Donnell to host his show during a two-month vacation.
   • Kimmel referred to O'Donnell's hosting stint as a "special treat" for Donald Trump.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Megyn Kelly mocked the vacation lineup and O'Donnell's history with MAGA.
   • Former Disney CEO Bob Iger explained why ABC pulled Kimmel's show following comments about Charlie Kirk.
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2. 4d ago

   Rosie O'Donnell to guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live during summer break

   Jimmy Kimmel announced Rosie O'Donnell will host his ABC show while he is on hiatus. Kimmel called the appointment a "special treat" for Donald Trump. O'Donnell has a known history of conflict with the former president.

   What's confirmed:

   • Rosie O'Donnell will guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live during Kimmel's summer break.
   • Jimmy Kimmel is taking a two-month hiatus from his ABC show.
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3. 7d ago

   Jimmy Kimmel Names Rosie O'Donnell as Summer Guest Host

   Jimmy Kimmel announced Rosie O'Donnell will guest host his late-night show during his annual summer break. Kimmel described the appointment as a "special treat" for President Donald Trump. O'Donnell is known for her history of feuding with the president.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jimmy Kimmel selected Rosie O'Donnell to guest host his show during his summer break.
   • Kimmel referred to the choice as a "special treat" for President Donald Trump.
   • The guest hosting stint occurs during a two-month vacation for Kimmel.
   • Rosie O'Donnell has a history of feuding with Donald Trump.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Rosie O'Donnell moved to Ireland after the 2024 election.
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4. 9d ago

   Jimmy Kimmel selects Rosie O'Donnell as summer guest host

   Jimmy Kimmel invited Rosie O'Donnell to guest host his show during his summer break. Kimmel described the choice as a "special treat" for Donald Trump.

   What's confirmed:

   • Jimmy Kimmel asked Rosie O'Donnell to guest host his show.
   • Kimmel referred to the appointment as a "special treat" for Donald Trump.
   confidence 100%