Jimmy Kimmel’s comeback show reached 6.26 million viewers, Disney says

Host Jimmy Kimmel speaking at the Oscars on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

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Jimmy Kimmel's return to late-night reached 6.2 million viewers, despite not reaching nearly a quarter of ABC affiliates, according to a statement from Disney.

Disney cited Nielsen Preliminary Fast National Live+Same Day Program Ratings for Tuesday.

Tuesday's episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live" was the host's first show after being temporarily suspended following his controversial remarks about the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.

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