Jimmy Kimmel defends Melania ‘widow’ joke after Trump called for him to be ‘immediately fired’
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Independent
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Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel responded to Donald Trump's call for his firing following a controversial joke about Melania Trump during his monologue. The comedian addressed the backlash on air, defending his comedic remarks while engaging in the ongoing debate about the boundaries of political satire on television. This incident highlights the tension between entertainment and political commentary in modern media.
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