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Cleese and Morgan Clash Over Kimmel, Trump, and Murdoch

9/20/2025

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John Cleese and Piers Morgan reignited their social media feud regarding Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and Donald Trump’s UK visit.
Morgan accused Kimmel of dishonesty about Charlie Kirk’s assassin being linked to MAGA.
Cleese criticized Morgan's association with Rupert Murdoch, who Morgan defended.
Cleese previously called Morgan “lazy” for supporting Murdoch during a privacy invasion settlement.
Morgan has transitioned his show to YouTube, reflecting a shift in his media strategy.

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John Cleese and Piers Morgan reignited their social media feud regarding Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and Donald Trump’s UK visit.
Morgan accused Kimmel of dishonesty about Charlie Kirk’s assassin being linked to MAGA.
Cleese criticized Morgan's association with Rupert Murdoch, who Morgan defended.
Cleese previously called Morgan “lazy” for supporting Murdoch during a privacy invasion settlement.
Morgan has transitioned his show to YouTube, reflecting a shift in his media strategy.