What Happened to Jimmy Kimmel & Donald Trump? Oscars Controversy Explained

The ongoing feud between Donald Trump and Jimmy Kimmel continues to draw public attention, with Trump’s recent rally comments about Kimmel’s Oscars hosting performance reigniting their long-standing rivalry. As Kimmel used his platform to humorously address Trump’s criticism, their exchange has become a central focus of late-night commentary.

Let’s explore the latest developments in this celebrity-political feud.

What did Donald Trump say about Jimmy Kimmel?

During a rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump launched into a sharp critique of Jimmy Kimmel, specifically targeting the comedian’s performance as the host of the 2023 Oscars (via HuffPost).

Trump called Kimmel a “dope” and “one of the dumbest human beings ever.” He referred to the moment when Kimmel read out one of Trump’s Truth Social posts before announcing the Best Picture winner. The former president claimed described the moment as “a classic choke” and said Kimmel even forgot to say “and the winner is.”

However, it was actor Al Pacino who handed out that award and not Kimmel. In response, the iconic TV host posted on X (formerly Twitter), “In fairness to our former President, many stable geniuses confuse me with Al Pacino….”

How did Jimmy Kimmel react to Donald Trump’s criticisms?

Jimmy Kimmel, known for his quick wit, did not shy away from responding to Trump’s insults.

On Jimmy Kimmel Live, Kimmel humorously suggested that Trump was confusing him with one of his sons and questioned whether the former president was “flirting” with him. Kimmel noted how odd it was that Trump was still fixated on the Oscars six months later, joking that the Republican had mentioned his wife more than his own at rallies that year.

In his response, Kimmel also brought out his wife, Molly McNearney, to give Trump some advice. Wearing a shirt with the phrase “Isn’t it past your jail time?”, McNearney used the platform to criticize Trump on broader political issues, particularly women’s rights, suggesting Trump should “shut up and go away.”

Kimmel has responded to Trump’s insults with humor, turning them into material for his show. Their ongoing exchange underscores their enduring rivalry.