"We made a decision last week to preemptJimmy Kimmel Live!following what ABC referred to as Mr. Kimmel's ill-timed and insensitive' comments at a critical time in our national discourse, Nexstar said in a statement. We stand by that decision pending assurance that all parties are committed to fostering an environment of respectful, constructive dialogue in the markets we serve."
"Sinclair issued a similar statement: Beginning Tuesday night, Sinclair will be preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! across our ABC affiliate stations and replacing it with news programming the company explained late Monday. Discussions with ABC are ongoing as we evaluate the show's potential return."
"The decision affects viewers because Sinclair owns 66 stations, 38 of which air the show locally, while Nexstar owns 200, with 28 affiliated with ABC. According to calculations by the Los Angeles Times, this represents roughly 25% of the show's audience, which would likely result in lower viewership and, consequently, reduced advertising revenue."
ABC resumed filming and airing Jimmy Kimmel Live! after nearly a week of suspension following a comment about Charlie Kirk's murder. Nexstar and Sinclair have chosen to continue preempting the program on many local affiliates. Nexstar cited what ABC called ill-timed and insensitive comments and seeks assurances for respectful, constructive dialogue. Sinclair will replace the show with news programming while discussions with ABC continue. The combined preemptions affect a significant number of stations and represent roughly 25% of the show's audience, likely reducing viewership and advertising revenue.
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