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# Kimmel, ABC in renewal talks as late-night ad economics keep sliding
- URL: https://www.medianexis.com/kimmel-abc-in-renewal-talks-as-late-night-ad-economics-keep-sliding/
- Published: 2026-09-14T15:04:27.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T15:04:27.000Z
- Description: Jimmy Kimmel and Disney’s ABC are negotiating whether he continues hosting “Jimmy Kimmel Live” past the 2026-2027 season.
- Author: Fabric.Media Editorial
- Tags: Streaming, Brian Steinberg, Kimmel, ABC in renewal talks as late-night ad economics keep sliding

**Why it matters.** Kimmel gains pricing leverage from the post-Colbert ratings bump even as political scrutiny from the White House and FCC complicates any deal Disney offers.

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