Jimmy Kimmel: From Brooklyn Kid to Late-Night Icon

Jimmy Kimmel is the host and producer of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC since 2003. Born in New York City in 1967, he built his career co-hosting Comedy Central’s The Man Show and Win Ben Stein’s Money. He has led major events such as the Primetime Emmys and Academy Awards. Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in 2018, and his 23 seasons on one late-night show rank second only to Johnny Carson. Besides television, Kimmel is an author and podcast co-host. He has spoken out on healthcare after his son’s heart surgery. His net worth is estimated at around $50 million.

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