Jimmy Kimmel’s Controversial Remarks: Will Disney Stock Survive the Charlie Kirk Fallout?

Late-night firestorm ignites as Jimmy Kimmel's comments spark backlash—what's next for Disney's bottom line?

Disney's PR machine scrambles after Kimmel's polarizing remarks collide with Charlie Kirk's critique. Investors brace for volatility.

The House of Mouse faces its latest culture-war test. Will this be a blip or a reckoning? Meanwhile, Wall Street hedges—because nothing fuels returns like manufactured outrage.

Before Kimmel was fired, FCC Chair Brendan Carr said, “This is a very, very serious issue right now for Disney. We can do this the easy way or the hard way.”

What Did Jimmy Kimmel Say to Get Fired? Why Disney Acted Quickly

Kimmel has frequently criticized President Donald TRUMP and rehearsed for Wednesday’s show, planning to address the controversy. But Disney opted for preemptive suspension.

ABC could get massively sued if someone committed a violent act attributed to Kimmel. It doesn’t matter if that is what Kirk WOULD have wanted; Disney doesn’t want the liability and these kinds of comments are under the microscope right now.

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Disney has already shelled out $15 Mn to settle a defamation suit from President Trump, and with new cases aimed at outlets like The New York Times still in motion, the company shows little interest in fresh liability.

Disney Stock Reaction: Is This The Coup De Grâce?

Kimmel’s suspension may dominate the headlines, but investors are watching Disney’s numbers. Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) opened Thursday at $115.98, up +0.7%, as markets weighed the media fallout alongside steady earnings momentum.

Analysts remain constructive. Guggenheim raised its target from $120 to $140 with a “buy” call, a level Barclays echoed with an “overweight” rating. Morgan Stanley highlighted upside from ESPN’s fresh NFL and WWE deals.

Disney stock trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 18.18, with a market cap of $208.5Bn and institutional ownership above 65%. Quarterly revenue ROSE +2.1% year over year to $23.65Bn, topping expectations.

Final Thought: Liberals Are Melting Down Over Kimmel

Was the firing justified? Disney is a private company, but it was clearly pressured politically.

In the end Disney doesn’t think Kimmel is worth the drama. With all that said, Disney’s multiple price targets stretch to $140 per share. Wall Street is betting that late-night politics won’t derail stock performance.

Key Takeaways

• What did Jimmy Kimmel say to get fired? Why did he say the killer was a groyper?
• In the end Disney doesn’t think Kimmel is worth the drama.