Noah Centineo accused of ‘performative activism’ after seemingly purchasing Disney account only to cancel it amid Kimmel drama

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Okay, so I’ve been following the chatter online, and it seems Noah Centineo is getting some heat right now. People are saying he’s reacting to the Jimmy Kimmel situation at ABC a little late – basically, that he’s joining the conversation only *after* it’s already become a big deal. It’s a tough spot to be in when you’re a public figure, because every move feels scrutinized!

The 29-year-old from Miami caused a stir when he announced he was canceling his Disney+ subscription. Many people criticized him, pointing out that subscribing first and *then* canceling only benefited Disney, making his protest seem insincere.

The actor set to star in a new Rambo movie is facing backlash at the same time ABC announced it will bring back Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show. This decision comes after criticism of Kimmel for his remarks regarding an assassination attempt on conservative activist Charlie Kirk, network officials stated on Monday.

After careful discussions with Jimmy over the past few days, ABC has decided to bring the show back on Tuesday, according to a statement released by the network.

ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel without a specific return date following remarks he made during a comedy routine about Kirk, who died on September 10th.

As someone who keeps a close eye on cultural and political trends, I’ve noticed a really concerning pattern. It seems like many connected to the MAGA movement are actively trying to profit from the tragic shooting involving Charlie Kirk. What’s even more disturbing is how aggressively they’re attempting to distance the shooter from their group, desperately trying to paint him as *not* one of their own. It’s a clear attempt to control the narrative, and frankly, it’s quite unsettling to watch.

Jimmy Kimmel has been hosting ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ on ABC since 2003 and has been a prominent figure in television and comedy for many years. He’s also a popular host, having led the Academy Awards ceremony four times.

Okay, so when Jimmy Kimmel said that thing, everyone *lost* it! I was horrified! Nexstar and Sinclair, two of the biggest station groups that air his show, immediately announced they were pulling ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ off the air – can you believe the nerve?! But thankfully, a lot of other comedians had his back, which was SO good to see. It was just… a whole mess, honestly, and I was glued to Twitter seeing everyone react. I’m still worried about Jimmy!

Stephen Colbert, whose talk show on CBS is ending after this season, expressed his happiness for his friend Jimmy Kimmel and the entire ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ team. Holding up the Emmy he recently won for best talk series, Colbert was visibly thrilled. He jokingly added, ‘I’m still the only one sacrificing everything for late-night television!’

Donald Trump, who Jimmy Kimmel often jokes about, reacted to Kimmel’s temporary removal from the air by calling it ‘great news for America’ and suggesting other late-night hosts should also lose their jobs. He hasn’t said anything yet about Kimmel returning to his show.

Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension happened while Donald Trump and his team were actively trying to increase their influence over the news media through threats, legal action, and pressure from the federal government. Trump has already reached agreements with both ABC and CBS regarding how they reported on him.

Donald Trump has also sued The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, claiming defamation. Meanwhile, Republican members of Congress have cut federal funding for NPR and PBS.

Before Jimmy Kimmel was suspended, the Federal Communications Commission’s leader, Brendan Carr, publicly disapproved of Kimmel’s comments regarding the Kirk incident.

As a lifestyle expert, I’m following the news about Jimmy Kimmel’s show, and it looks like things are still up in the air. Sinclair announced they won’t be airing the show tomorrow and will be focusing on news coverage instead. They’ve said they’re still talking with ABC about whether the show will come back, but Nexstar hasn’t shared any immediate plans regarding its return. It’s a developing situation, and we’ll have to wait and see what happens with future broadcasts.

Andrew Kolvet, representing Turning Point USA – the organization founded by Kirk and now led by his wife – commented on Jimmy Kimmel’s return to television. He stated that Disney and ABC giving in and allowing Kimmel back isn’t surprising, but they’ll regret it. He also pointed out that Nexstar and Sinclair don’t have to follow suit.

Stephen Colbert celebrated the news on ‘The Late Show,’ enthusiastically telling his viewers that a difficult period had finally ended.

Carr stated they have two options: companies can voluntarily address the issues raised regarding Kimmel, or the FCC will be forced to take further action.

On Monday, Carr stated he did not threaten to take away ABC’s station licenses due to comments made by Kimmel.

Let’s be real, when it comes to Jimmy Kimmel’s current challenges, it all boils down to viewership numbers. As someone who keeps a close eye on the entertainment landscape, I can tell you it’s not about political issues or anything happening in Washington – it’s simply about whether people are tuning in. That’s the core of it, really. I shared this at the Concordia Annual Summit recently, and it’s something I firmly believe.

Jimmy Kimmel’s recent suspension has drawn attention to how many companies need the U.S. government’s permission to move forward with business deals. For example, Disney needs approval from the Trump administration for ESPN to finalize its purchase of the NFL Network. Similarly, Nexstar is waiting for approval on its $6.2 billion deal to buy Tegna, another broadcasting company. And Sinclair is asking the FCC to ease restrictions on how many stations a single broadcaster can own.

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2025-09-23 06:34