Viewers tuning in for Jimmy Kimmel Live! last night were surprised when the highly anticipated episode was abruptly pulled and replaced with a rerun. According to ABC and multiple entertainment outlets, the cancellation happened due to a “personal matter” involving Jimmy Kimmel, 57
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The Nov. 6 episode was scheduled to feature major celebrity guests:
- David Duchovny (Malice)
- Joe Keery (Stranger Things)
- Madison Beer, singer and performer
Instead, ABC aired a rerun from Oct. 28.
Madison Beer Confirms Cancellation
Madison Beer, 26, addressed the situation on social media, telling fans her appearance will be rescheduled:
“Due to unforeseen circumstances, Jimmy Kimmel Live! needed to reschedule my performance that was originally set to air tonight to a later date… I can’t wait for you all to see it.”
Beer did not share further details but assured viewers that updates are coming soon.
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Fans Notified at the Last Minute
Audience members who had tickets for the live taping at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles received notifications that the show was postponed and that replacement tickets would be issued for a future taping, according to Deadline.
Upcoming Guests Still Scheduled
Entertainment Weekly confirmed that the show is expected to continue as planned for the remainder of the week. Upcoming guests include:
- George Clooney
- Mike Tyson
- Eddie Murphy
- Debbie Gibson
- Jason Bateman
Recent Controversy Surrounding the Show
The unexpected cancellation follows recent headlines involving the show and Kimmel. Weeks earlier, ABC paused production temporarily after public backlash related to comments Kimmel made during a previous broadcast. The network stated the decision was made to avoid escalation during a tense national moment.
ABC later confirmed the show would return following internal discussions with Kimmel.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! airs weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET on ABC.
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