Kimmel Faces Backlash After Trump Joke Before WHCA Shooting

The company had previously extended his contract through May 2027.

The latest controversy now unfolds under new leadership at Disney. CEO Josh D’Amaro took over in March following the departure of Bob Iger.

The controversy follows a prior incident involving Kimmel that drew national attention

Meanwhile, authorities continue to investigate the attempted attack at the WHCA Dinner. Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, has been charged in connection with the incident.