Donald Trump Criticizes Jimmy Kimmel Over Oscars Remarks

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Former President Donald Trump once again took aim at late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over his hosting of the 2024 Oscars, stating that Kimmel’s remarks during the ceremony prompted him to respond.

In an interview with Fox News’ Howard Kurtz, Trump criticized Kimmel’s hosting style, describing him as “not a talented guy” and questioning his ratings. Trump expressed his decision to post inflammatory comments on truthsocial.com in response to what he perceived as Kimmel’s lackluster performance as host.

During the Oscars telecast, Trump’s post criticizing Kimmel’s hosting was read aloud by the late-night host, leading to a verbal exchange between the two. Kimmel’s decision to address Trump’s remarks during the live broadcast sparked further attention to the incident.

Trump expressed surprise at Kimmel’s decision to read his post on air, stating that it brought more attention to his remarks than he had anticipated. Despite being advised against reading Trump’s message during the ceremony, Kimmel proceeded to do so, leading to a viral moment.

Reflecting on the incident, Trump remarked, “This guy’s even dumber than I thought,” suggesting that Kimmel’s response only amplified the visibility of his original post.

The exchange between Trump and Kimmel underscores the ongoing tension between the former president and certain media personalities, highlighting the intersection of politics and entertainment.