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Jimmy Kimmel Fears Late-Night Retirement

Jimmy Kimmel's wife is urging him to retire from late-night television.

By · Published August 27, 2026  16:12 UTC · Updated August 27, 2026  22:15 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Jimmy Kimmel's wife is urging him to retire from late-night television.
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Jimmy Kimmel is reconsidering his retirement plans. His wife, Molly McNearney, has expressed her desire for him to retire. However, she also encourages him to continue his work. The Independent and LateNighter both note that Kimmel is less inclined to retire than he once was.

The Independent and Yahoo both mention that McNearney wants Kimmel to retire, but also to 'keep fighting'. News and Entertainment Weekly both cover McNearney's comments on Kimmel's possible retirement. USA Today and Yahoo both mention McNearney's desire for Kimmel to retire, but also to 'keep fighting'. The Independent, LateNighter, and Deadline all mention Kimmel's fear of retirement.

However, the reporting does not specify what exactly Kimmel fears about retirement. Coverage does not yet specify what Kimmel's daughter asked after his show was suspended.

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What is Jimmy Kimmel's current stance on retirement?

Jimmy Kimmel is less inclined to retire than he once was, according to The Independent and LateNighter.

What does Jimmy Kimmel's wife want for him?

Jimmy Kimmel's wife, Molly McNearney, wants him to retire, but also to 'keep fighting', according to The Independent, Yahoo, USA Today, and E! News.

What does Jimmy Kimmel fear about retirement?

Coverage from The Independent, LateNighter, and Deadline all mention Kimmel's fear of retirement. However, the reporting does not specify what exactly Kimmel fears about retirement.

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