In early 2024, football quarterback Aaron Rodgers made headlines when he falsely suggested that Kimmel's name would appear in court documents associated with Epstein. Kimmel threatened legal action against Rodgers at the time.

Fortune Feimster arrived on the set at an awkward time for late-night television after CBS canceled Stephen Colbert ’s “Late Show” amid speculation of political pressure.

Kimmel responded to Trump in a post on Instagram with this comment: “I’m hearing you’re next. Or maybe it’s just another wonderful secret.”