Disney Faces Backlash Over Jimmy Kimmel's Suspended Show

The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show by Disney-owned ABC has led to a backlash from several people who are claiming to cancel their Disney subscriptions. This follows Kimmel's comment on Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the Charlie Kirk shooting, which drew backlash and led to a call for action from Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chair Brendan Carr. Many people on social media platform X are sharing their intentions to cancel their subscriptions to Disney's streaming services, including Hulu, due to the company's decision to suspend Kimmel's show. Some individuals are even suggesting "pausing" their Disney+ subscriptions until Kimmel's show is reinstated and Disney issues a public apology.

Key Takeaways:

• Several people on X claim to be canceling their Disney subscriptions in response to ABC's decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's show.
• At least three people shared photos of canceled Hulu subscriptions, stating they support Kimmel and will not support corporations that enable the "trump administration to take away my First Amendment!"
• One individual suggested pausing Disney+ subscriptions until Kimmel's show is reinstated and Disney issues a public apology, including admitting to "blatant partisanship."
• Donald Trump welcomed the news on Truth Social, his social media platform.
• The Daily Mail reported that Jimmy Kimmel is "livid" with the network's decision and is reportedly looking for ways to get out of his contract with ABC.

Statistics:

• At least 3 people shared photos of canceled Hulu subscriptions on X.
• The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show was welcomed by Donald Trump on Truth Social.
• The Daily Mail reported that 57-year-old comedian Jimmy Kimmel is "livid" with the network's decision.

Sources:

• People on X, social media platform
• HT Digital Content Services, permission from Hindustan Times