Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Jimmy Kimmel Urges Support for Journalism at Disney Event

5/15/2025

33 8

Summary

Kimmel Advocates Journalism

At Disney's upfront event, comedian Jimmy Kimmel passionately called on advertisers to back CBS's "60 Minutes," underscoring the vital role of journalism. With humor, he addressed the dwindling viewership of traditional TV and the allure of social media for younger audiences, shedding light on the industry's hurdles while playfully championing his own network, ABC.

Summary

Iger Unveils Programming

The 2025 Disney Upfront at New York's Javits Center dazzled with a sneak peek of future programming, featuring beloved stars from "9-1-1" and "Only Murders in the Building." CEO Bob Iger and Rita Ferro unveiled exciting new series like "Alien: Earth" and "All's Fair," reinforcing Disney's dedication to rich, diverse storytelling across all platforms.

1 of 2

Kimmel Advocates Journalism

At Disney's upfront event, comedian Jimmy Kimmel passionately called on advertisers to back CBS's "60 Minutes," underscoring the vital role of journalism. With humor, he addressed the dwindling viewership of traditional TV and the allure of social media for younger audiences, shedding light on the industry's hurdles while playfully championing his own network, ABC.

1 / 2