Jimmy Kimmel, the host of the popular talk show “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” has been selected to deliver Channel 4’s alternative Christmas message for 2025. This annual custom provides a rich and rhythmic opportunity for a distinguished leader to share deeply personal and prophetic thoughts and reflections during this holiday season. Kimmel, who’s never shied away from colorful, frank commentary or laugh-out-loud humor, was understandably enthusiastic at this exciting new opportunity.
Kimmel’s career has been an emotional rollercoaster ride. Earlier this year, his program was broadcast by ABC in the United States. It was thrown into limbo after the new host made some ill-advised comments. Despite this setback, “Jimmy Kimmel Live” returned to the air with renewed vigor and audience support. Kimmel reflected on the experience, stating, “We won, the president lost – and now I’m back on the air every night, givin’ the most powerful politician on Earth a right, and richly deserved, bollocking.”
Though the host’s journey has had bumps along the way. He’s probably best known for his relentless and often hilarious takedown of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Back in December 2015, he made Trump his first guest on his revival show. Kimmel’s outspoken nature has led him to participate in protests, including the “No Kings” demonstrations, where he voiced concerns about political discourse and freedom of expression.
Kimmel’s commentary resonates beyond his regular audience. He’s won new views from people who don’t normally tune to his show. Recognizing the broader implications of government actions against critics, he stated, “Oh a government silencing its critics is something that happens in places like Russia, or North Korea, or LA, not the UK.” His remarks show that he is serious about using his platform to address wrongs in the political system, even if it makes him look bad.
Far from being cowed, Kimmel is preparing to deliver this year’s alternative Christmas message. He knows all too well how toxic the atmosphere is right now in America and the UK. “We’re going through a bit of a wobble right now, but we’ll come around,” he remarked, suggesting optimism for the future.
Kimmel’s humor was evident as he discussed the selection process for the Christmas message: “I was asked to deliver this year’s alternative Christmas message (which I’ve heard is a big deal) so I hope you do, but if not I host what you call a chatshow (we call it a talkshow) in what you call the colonies, I think?” Yet, it is his playful tone that really captures his audiences and demonstrates his knack for addressing serious topics through creative medium.