In the latest episode of his ABC talk show, Jimmy Kimmel addressed Donald Trump's ongoing frustration regarding a joke the host made about him during the Oscars. Kimmel, who hosted the 2024 Academy Awards, took a moment during the ceremony to read out Trump's criticism of the event. Trump responded by calling Kimmel a "bad host" on his Truth Social platform.

During the show, Kimmel thanked Trump for watching and quipped, "I'm surprised you're still - isn't it past your jail time?" This prompted Trump to be asked about the Oscars incident during an interview with Fox News, where he referred to Kimmel as a "lousy host" and claimed that his ratings for the ABC talk show were "terrible."

Addressing Trump's continued fixation on the joke, Kimmel jokingly told viewers that Trump's repeated comments about his lack of talent had started to make Eric, Trump's son, jealous. "But what he doesn't realize is that I love this," Kimmel added, reveling in Trump's irritation. Furthermore, Kimmel expressed amusement at Fox News' choice of an unfamiliar news personality to interview Trump, as well as Trump's attempt to portray the laughter he generated as a positive outcome.

Kimmel revealed that he had been advised not to read Trump's criticism on stage, but he defied those suggestions. Trump, during his Fox News interview, criticized Kimmel for making him go viral by reading his social media post live on stage, calling the host "dumber than I thought." Kimmel responded by pointing out that the viral moment was due to his punchline, "Isn't it past your jail time?" which has now become a popular catchphrase spawning merchandise on the internet.

Tongue-in-cheek, Kimmel joked, "But if only I'd kept my mouth shut," highlighting the irony of Trump advising others to do the same. Kimmel humorously suggested that such advice should be etched on Trump's tombstone, reading, "'Should've kept his mouth shut.'" The monologue ended with Kimmel inviting viewers to watch the full segment, allowing them to see the exchange firsthand.

The ongoing back-and-forth between Jimmy Kimmel and Donald Trump showcases the power of comedy and the impact it can have on public perception. The disagreement serves as another example of the tense relationship between the former president and celebrities, adding fuel to the ongoing discourse in the entertainment industry.