Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel didn’t hold back as he recapped his recent Oscars hosting gig on his show. The comedian fired back at former President Donald Trump’s criticism of his performance on the Truth Social platform, making a joke about Trump’s potential jail time during Sunday’s ceremony.
Despite the controversy, Kimmel had his studio audience cheering and applauding as he shared behind-the-scenes details from the Oscars. He even mentioned wrestler-turned-actor John Cena’s apparent naked appearance at the show, adding to the night’s unexpected moments.
In a surprising revelation, Kimmel disclosed that Oscars show producers tried to dissuade him from responding to Trump’s criticism. Even his wife, who is an executive producer for the Academy Awards, attempted to talk him out of reading Trump’s tweet. However, Kimmel insisted on addressing the situation, reassuring his team with a confident “I got this.”
As he reflected on his favorite moments from the ceremony, Kimmel highlighted the effort that went into getting Cena onstage in a nearly nude state. Despite the challenges and controversy, Kimmel remained unapologetically himself, bringing his signature humor and wit to the Oscars stage and beyond.
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