The Lost co-creator Damon Lindelof is now making headlines after publicly siding with Jimmy Kimmel, whose late-night show has been abruptly suspended following controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk’s murder.
Damon Defends Jimmy
In a strongly worded Instagram post, Damon said he “can’t in good conscience” work with Disney or ABC until the suspension is lifted. He reminded fans of his decades-long friendship with Jimmy, dating back to the early 2000s, when the comedian first praised the Lost pilot.
“I was shocked, saddened and infuriated by yesterday’s suspension,” Damon wrote. “Jimmy is caring, empathic, generous, and above all, kind. If this isn’t lifted soon, I won’t work for the company that imposed it.”
He also vouched for Jimmy’s wife, Molly McNearney, calling her the comedian’s “better three quarters” and praising her work as co-head writer of Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Why Jimmy Was Suspended
The controversy stems from Jimmy’s Monday night monologue, where he blasted MAGA Republicans for trying to distance themselves from the suspected killer of Charlie Kirk. “We hit some new lows,” Jimmy said, accusing conservatives of twisting the tragedy for political points.
Just two days later, ABC pulled the plug, announcing a suspension that has already set off a storm online.
Damon’s Disney History
The fallout is particularly striking given Damon’s long association with Disney. He co-created Lost for ABC, once one of the network’s biggest hits, and later worked with Lucasfilm on a Star Wars project. Though he left that project in 2023, his ties to Disney run deep.
Now, Damon is making it clear—unless Jimmy returns, he’s out. “You know he loves his country, you know he supports his crew, and you know he’s always known what he was doing,” he concluded in his post.
The ball, it seems, is now firmly in Disney’s court.
FAQs
1. Why was Jimmy Kimmel suspended?
Jimmy was suspended after making controversial remarks linking MAGA Republicans to the suspected killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
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2. What did Damon Lindelof say about Jimmy Kimmel?
Damon defended Jimmy’s character, calling him kind, generous, and supportive, while demanding Disney and ABC lift his suspension.
3. Has Damon worked with Disney before?
Yes, Damon co-created Lost for ABC and worked on a Star Wars script with Lucasfilm before exiting in 2023.
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