‘Jimmy Kimmel’ Suspension Hollywood Warns Free Speech is No Longer
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Hollywood is speaking out against ABC’s suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” over host Jimmy Kimmel‘s comments on the murder of CharlieKirk.
Ben Stillerwas among the first to protest the move by ABC, tweeting “This isn’t right.”
His fellow actor Rosie O’Donnell shared a photo of Kimmel on Instagram and went off on Donald Trump‘s administration. She wrote … “this is unacceptable – f**k this fascist administration and corrupt corporate executives – bowing to the orange monster – america is no more 🥲.”
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Comedian Wanda Sykes aired her thoughts via Instagram video while revealing she was supposed to be a guest on ‘Kimmel’ Wednesday night. She also took aim at the prez, saying … “Let’s see. He didn’t end the Ukraine war or solve Gaza within his first week. But he did end freedom of speech within his first year. Hey, for those of you who pray, now’s the time to do it. Love you, Jimmy.”
MSNBC’s Chris Hayes shared a similar sentiment, tweeting … “This is the most straightforward attack on free speech from state actors I’ve ever seen in my life and it’s not even close.”
“One Tree Hill” alum Sophia Bush also claimed free speech is gone, protesting … “The First Amendment doesn’t exist in America anymore. Period. Fascism is here and it’s chilling.”
Don Lemon, Henry Winkler, Halsey, Alison Brie, Christie Brinkley and so many others also spoke out on the shocking news.
Furthermore, the Writers Guild of America West and Writers Guild of America East stood by Jimmy’s side, writing in a statement … , “The right to speak our minds and to disagree with each other – to disturb, even – is at the very heart of what it means to be a free people. It is not to be denied. Not by violence, not by the abuse of governmental power, nor by acts of corporate cowardice.”
They went on … “If free speech applied only to ideas we like, we needn’t have bothered to write it into the Constitution. What we have signed on to – painful as it may be at times – is the freeing agreement to disagree.”
Screen Actors Guild–American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) also condemned the decision to pull “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Their statement read … “Our society depends on freedom of expression. Suppression of free speech and retaliation for speaking out on significant issues of public concern run counter to the fundamental rights we all rely on.”
The message went on … “The decision to suspend airing Jimmy Kimmel Live! is the type of suppression and retaliation that endangers everyone’s freedoms.”
Protesters also let their voices be heard by hanging up posters accusing Trump of being fascist outside the studio that houses Jimmy’s show.
ICYMI, the FCC and ABC’s owner Nexstar Media Group took issue with Jimmy’s recent comments on his show about Charlie’s shooting death and indefinitely suspended his show.
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The statement in question is … “We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and doing everything they can to score political points from it.”
Jimmy has not spoken publicly following his show’s hiatus … but we spotted him swiftly heading to his vehicle in an L.A. garage shortly after the decision was made, and he kept a straight face.
On the other hand, Trump was far from straight-faced about the news, taking to his Truth Social platform to cheer on the decision.
Chrisean Rock I wanna Fight In The Boxing Ring …. W/ Coach Ryan Garcia!!!
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Chrisean Rock is apparently taking her street-fighting talents to the ring … revealing she plans to go pro in boxing — with Ryan Garcia as he trainer — following her fight in Compton.
That’s what the “Baddies” alum said on Monday … right on the heels of getting slapped by a woman in Compton while participating in an event for families and kids in Los Angeles. The slap and words exchanged sparked a brawl, with many claiming Chrisean defended herself against multiple people.
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Now, she plans to take her skills to a professional level — with King Ryan.
“He bouta show me how to use both my hands,” Chrisean said in an Instagram Story. “I will be going pro in Jesus name.”
Chrisean revealed this goal while announcing she’ll appear on the 24-2 boxer’s Kick stream.
Getting into the sport with Garcia as a trainer is not a bad idea. The 27-year-old is a former WBC interim lightweight champion and is regarded as one of the fastest punchers in the boxing ring right now.
Garcia has been involved in several thrilling fights throughout his career — including his big win over Devin Haney.
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Plus, the rapper/reality star and Garcia are cool — the two were spotted hangin’ out together Sunday at the Rams game, even singing along to a song together.
Chrisean under Golden Boy Promotions with Garcia? We’ll see!
Soledad O’Brien Honors Rob & Michele Reiner’s Extraordinary Kindness
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Soledad O’Brien stopped by “TMZ Live” Monday, still reeling from the loss of her collaborator Rob Reiner and his wife Michele … and Soledad had some choice words for Donald Trump‘s disparaging post about the late actor-director.
Soledad got to know Rob well while co-hosting the 10-part true-crime podcast series, “Who Killed JFK?”
She tells TMZ, Rob was kind to everyone … “The person who was taking in the audio, the person who was shooting, the person who was producing, the person who was helping the person who was producing, the assistants … absolutely the kindest human being.”
In fact, Soledad described Rob and his wife as “two really wonderful, kind people,” making their gruesome deaths all the more heartbreaking.
“It’s so horrific,” Soledad said. “I honestly cannot believe it.”
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As we reported … Rob and Michele were found stabbed to death at their Los Angeles home Sunday. The tragic news brought an outpouring of support and condolences from many … except Donald Trump.
POTUS took the opportunity to make it about himself, claiming Rob died “reportedly due to the anger he caused others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME, sometimes referred to as TDS.”
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Soledad called Trump’s response “pathetic, but not surprising.”
But instead of dwelling on Trump’s nastiness, the veteran journalist urged people to remember what kind and talented people Rob and Michele were … and not to waste time with anything ugly that anybody says about them.
CJ Perry on John Cena I Respect Him More For Tapping Out
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CJ Perrysays John Cena is a hero in her book after seeing him tap out in his final WWE match … even though his last act didn’t go the way some fans hoped.
The wrestling legend stopped by the office Monday and joined us on “TMZ Live” and we asked her about John ending his iconic WWE career with a disappointing loss to Gunther.
It wasn’t your typical storybook ending, but CJ says she’s got even more respect for John for the way he tapped out after Gunther put him in a sleeper hold.
John’s one of the biggest wrestlers of all time, so it’s easy to think he would win his last match … but CJ explains why losing actually boosts his legacy … at least in her eyes.
We’ve seen lots of wrestlers over the years retire only to get back in the ring a few years later … but CJ tells us why she believes John is done for good. She’s certainly done a deep dive on him.