In early 2024, football quarterback Aaron Rodgers made headlines when he falsely suggested that Kimmel's name would appear in court documents associated with Epstein. Kimmel threatened legal action against Rodgers at the time.

Stephen Colbert was receiving messages of support and affection from his fellow late-night hosts after announcing that CBS was canceling his show, “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” next May.

Senator Bernie Sanders, independent of Vermont, said on social media on Friday: “Stephen Colbert, an extraordinary talent and the most popular late night host, slams the deal. Days later, he’s fired....