"Channel 4 noted in the statement that Kimmel's comments drew widespread debate in the U.S. "about freedom of speech and freedom of the press," and he's expected to address this in his message. Context: The Channel 4 Christmas message has served as an alternative to the British monarch's annual televised address to the nation "to bring viewers a thought-provoking and often very personal reflection that is pertinent to the events of the past year," per Channel 4 statement."
"What to expect: While Kimmel's address Thursday will be a "deeply personal" reflection on what happened to his show and his public criticism of the Trump administration, he'll also reflect on the past few months in a "characteristically jovial" way. "Jimmy will say, 'From a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year,'" according to the statement."
Jimmy Kimmel will deliver Channel 4's Alternative Christmas Message and address the debate his comments sparked about freedom of speech and the press. The message will be a deeply personal reflection on what happened to his show and his public criticism of the Trump administration while maintaining a characteristically jovial tone. Channel 4 positions the Alternative Christmas Message as an alternative to the monarch's annual televised address, intended to bring viewers thought-provoking and personal reflections relevant to the year's events. Previous presenters have included Jesse Jackson, Edward Snowden, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and a deep-fake Queen Elizabeth II. Kimmel also extended his ABC deal for another year.
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