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Jimmy Kimmel

American TV host, comedian, producer

James Christian Kimmel, born in 1967, is the host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! since 2003. He has hosted Emmy Awards and Academy Awards. Before his show, he co-hosted The Man Show and Win Ben Stein's Money. Kimmel has produced various shows and was named one of 'The World's 100 Most Influential People' by Time in 2018.

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Timeline

Birth of Jimmy Kimmel

Jimmy Kimmel was born in New York City on November 13, 1967.

Move to Las Vegas

In 1976, Jimmy Kimmel moved to Las Vegas, Nevada.

Jimmy's Graduation from Ed W. Clark High School

In 1986, Jimmy graduated from Ed W. Clark High School. This event marks an important milestone in Jimmy's education.

Attending University of Arizona

Jimmy attended the University of Arizona for 2 years.

Jimmy's First Paying Job at KZOK-FM

In 1989, Jimmy Kimmel landed his first paying job as the morning drive co-host of The Me and Him Show at KZOK-FM in Seattle, Washington, alongside Voss.

Birth of Katie Kimmel

Katie Kimmel, the last child of Jimmy Kimmel and Gina Maddy, was born in 1991.

Birth of Kevin Kimmel

Jimmy Kimmel's first child, Kevin Kimmel, was born on September 19, 1993.

Jimmy Kimmel's appearance as 'Jimmy the Fox Guy'

In spring 1996, Kimmel appeared as 'Jimmy the Fox Guy' in promos on the Fox Network, marking one of his early television appearances.

Win Ben Stein's Money

Jimmy Kimmel became the comedic counterpart to Ben Stein on the game show Win Ben Stein's Money, which started airing on Comedy Central in 1997. His quick wit and 'everyman' personality were a contrast to Stein's monotonous vocal style and faux-patrician demeanor.

During his time on Win Ben Stein's Money, Kimmel co-hosted and co-produced Comedy Central's The Man Show with Adam Carolla and Daniel Kellison in 1999. The show's success allowed Kimmel to create and produce other shows under Jackhole Productions.

Win Ben Stein's Money

Jimmy Kimmel's first major television show appearance was on Win Ben Stein's Money.

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman first meet

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman first met at the New York Friars Club Roast of Hugh Hefner in 2001. Kimmel was hosting the event, and Silverman made a joke at his expense, describing him as "fat" with "no charisma."

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman Romantic Involvement

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel and Emmy-winning comedian Sarah Silverman started as friends before getting romantically involved in 2002.

Jimmy Kimmel Live!

In January 2003, Kimmel permanently left The Man Show to host his own late-night talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, on ABC.

Feud between Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon begins

During season 3 of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, host Kimmel jokingly concluded an episode with the line: 'Apologies to Matt Damon, but we ran out of time.' This sparked a humorous feud between the two, despite Damon not being scheduled as a guest on the show that night.

Jimmy Kimmel's Apology to Matt Damon Tradition

Since 2005, Jimmy Kimmel has humorously apologized to Matt Damon at the end of his show, even when the actor was not scheduled to appear.

Matt Damon Involves Sarah Silverman in the Joke

On February 2, 2008, Matt Damon involved Sarah Silverman in the ongoing joke with Jimmy Kimmel. This event added another layer to the humorous dynamic between Damon and Kimmel.

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman break up again

March 2009: Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman break up again. By the following March, People reported that the relationship was over for good.

Matt Damon takes over Jimmy Kimmel Live!

In January 25, 2013, Matt Damon hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live! and had Kimmel tied up with duct tape at the back of the stage. He took over the late-night desk and interviewed Sarah Silverman.

ABC's apology to the 80-20 Initiative

On October 25, ABC apologized to a group called the 80-20 Initiative for the controversial segment on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where a child's suggestion led to protests and demands for a more elaborate apology and Kimmel's firing.

Jimmy Kimmel's Pregnancy Announcement

In February 2014, Jimmy Kimmel announced on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that his wife was pregnant. He humorously mentioned being with friends who had a baby and remarked on the new ways of doing things.

Birth of Daughter Jane

Jimmy Kimmel and his wife welcomed their daughter Jane in July 2014.

Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon try to work out their 'feud' in couples counseling

In September 29, 2015, Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon attempted to work out their feud in couples counseling during an episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Ben Affleck Smuggles Matt Damon onto Jimmy Kimmel Live!

During a comedic sketch, Ben Affleck smuggled Matt Damon onto Jimmy Kimmel Live! using a special harness and a huge overcoat. The hilarious bit involved Affleck stumbling on stage with Damon strapped to him, leading to humorous banter with Jimmy Kimmel.

Matt Damon crashes Jimmy Kimmel Live! dressed as Tom Brady

Matt Damon made a surprise appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! by dressing up as Tom Brady, following the Super Bowl in 2017.

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman Relationship

On February 15, 2017, Jimmy Kimmel mentioned that he and Sarah Silverman are 'like brothers.'

Jimmy Kimmel's Oscar Joke

Jimmy Kimmel expressed his desire for Matt Damon to leave the Oscars empty-handed. This was part of an ongoing humorous feud between the two celebrities.

Birth of Son with Congenital Heart Defect

On April 21, 2017, Jimmy Kimmel's son, William 'Billy' John, was born with a rare congenital heart defect, tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), which led to a widely discussed monologue criticizing the American healthcare system.

Hosted the 90th edition of the Academy Awards ceremony

He returned as host for the 90th edition on March 4, 2018.

Ben Affleck supports Jimmy Kimmel over Matt Damon

Ben Affleck expressed his support for Jimmy Kimmel over Matt Damon in a tweet, indicating a shift in his feelings towards his longtime friend and fellow actor. This tweet was in favor of the late-night host, showing a change in Affleck's stance over the years.

Jimmy Kimmel roasts Sarah Silverman at Hollywood Walk of Fame

Jimmy Kimmel lovingly roasted Sarah Silverman as she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018. Kimmel expressed his friendship with Silverman and the time it took for them to be comfortable enough to be friends again.

Tom Brady breaks Matt Damon's window on Jimmy Kimmel

Tom Brady broke one of Matt Damon's windows on Jimmy Kimmel's show, adding fuel to the ongoing 'feud' between Damon and Kimmel.

Matt Damon banned from Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club

In 2019, Jimmy Kimmel joked that Matt Damon is banned from his comedy club in Las Vegas, stating that there is a restraining order against Damon and the Las Vegas Metro Police are on alert to ensure he never gets in.

Jimmy Kimmel unloads on Rodgers

Later that month, Jimmy Kimmel criticized Aaron Rodgers in his monologue on his talk show.

Jimmy Kimmel Live! episode

Jimmy Kimmel made a quip about the misuse of ivermectin to treat coronavirus during a November 2021 episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Jimmy Kimmel demands apology from Aaron Rodgers

On January 8, 2022, Jimmy Kimmel demanded an apology from Aaron Rodgers during an episode of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' after Rodgers' controversial statement.

Jimmy Kimmel's 'thrilled' Matt Damon might not attend the Oscars

On March 3, 2023, Jimmy Kimmel joked that he's 'thrilled' that Matt Damon might not attend the Oscars.

Hosted the 95th edition of the Academy Awards ceremony

He returned as host for the 95th edition on March 12, 2023.

Ben Affleck plays peacemaker amid Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon 'feud'

Ben Affleck intervenes in the ongoing feud between Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon, attempting to reconcile the two parties.

Strike Force Five Comedy Podcast

In August 2023, Jimmy Kimmel began hosting the comedy podcast Strike Force Five with Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, Stephen Colbert, and John Oliver to support their staff members out of work due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike.

Jimmy Kimmel closes the Oscars with a dog pee joke

During the 2024 Oscars, Jimmy Kimmel reignited the feud with Matt Damon by closing the show with a joke about a clip showing a dog from 'Anatomy of a Fall' appearing to pee on Damon's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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