Follow us on Google News
Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed
Every major US TV network boasts of one late-night talk show that has brought them a lot of viewers over the years along with making them a lot of money, But Jimmy Kimmel will always have a special place in the hearts and minds of the public for being the most entertaining and popular among them all.
Even after 21 seasons on air with numerous high-profile celebrities making their appearance on the show, some even multiple times, the popularity has not dipped, but only risen higher and higher over the years. Thus, seeing such a success story through his TV performance, people naturally wonder whether he’s being compensated for what he’s worth by the network.
How Much Does Jimmy Kimmel Make By HostingJimmy Kimmel Live!?
Despite there being multiple late-night talk shows with several iconic hosts to take it to the next level,Jimmy Kimmelhas still managed to maintain his position as the biggest name in the industry in terms of ratings. Along with that, the host has also managed to make some high-profile friends from Hollywood through the medium of his show, which is just icing on the cake.
This does beg the question of how much Kimmel is being paid for his amazing work on the show by ABC. Rest assured, he’s making some serious dough from his contributions to the network, which in monetary terms, means getting paid around $15 million annually by them. This, in comparison to his achievements in the industry, may seem somewhat low to many, but Kimmel seems to be content.
The show has also managed to make him a rich man in terms of his net worth, which sits today at around $50 Million, and with the popularity of the show being nowhere in decline, it seems the host has a lot more years of the future to sit behind the table and talk to our favorite celebrities.
How Did Kimmel Begin His Journey In The Industry?
Kimmel’s journey started when he moved to Las Vegas at the age of 9, where he subsequently started doing radio for his high school station and, later, continued it in his university days.
Following this trend, he soon found himself co-hostingWin Ben Stein’s Money, aComedy Centralgame show with Ben Stein. Following the success of the show, the network asked him to joinThe Man Show, which would begin in 1999. Ultimately, after leaving the show, the host would be offered his own late-night talk show titledJimmy Kimmel Live!by ABC, and the rest is history.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!,telecasting on ABC.
Deepak Bisht
Articles Published :1501
Deepak is a senior writer at FandomWire with a serious love for comic books (DC Absolute Universe and Marvel), the Warhammer universe (Horus Heresy and 40,000), cinematic universes (Sonic, MCU and DCU etc.) and Movies (Action, Adventure, Psychological Horror and Thrillers etc.).With over 1,400 articles under his belt, he spends most of his time diving into the world of superheroes, cinematic universes, TV shows, and films. His goal? To share accurate, engaging, and fun stories that keep fans hooked and in the know.
More from Deepak Bisht
What’s Trending: Most Watched Show on Every Major Streaming Platform This Sunday
Freakier Friday Box Office Beat Three Major Movies This Sunday But Fell Short of ‘Weapons’
James Gunn Says “No way” to Peacemaker S2 Dropping All Episodes at Once: Why It’s Bad for the DCU
Recommended
‘Bachelor in Paradise’ Season 10 Episode 9: Release Date and What to Expect
NYT Strands July 14, 2025 Hints and Solution
You Can Finally Watch Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ Blockbuster at Home: Digital Release Date Revealed - Report
NYT Pips Solution for June 18, 2025
‘Game of Thrones’ Cast Ranked by Net Worth: Who’s the Richest GOT Actor?
Every Makoto Shinkai Main Character Ranked From Worst to Best
Jimmy Kimmel
