The comedian was coming off his best quarter in a year among the key 18-49 demo, very slightly ahead of Stephen Colbert. But all the shows are down from a few years ago.

"Well, guys, the big story is that Jimmy Kimmel was suspended by ABC after pressure from the FCC, leaving everyone thinking, 'WTF?'" Fallon joked.

The post Jay Leno Defends Jimmy Kimmel: “Usually It’s the Truth That Winds Up Getting Canceled” appeared first on Consequence. Jay Leno has joined the growing chorus of current and former late-night hosts voicing support for Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended his show under pressure from the Trump administration.

The indefinite suspension of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' has sparked outrage among fellow late-night hosts like Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert, who criticize President Trump for infringing on freedom of speech.

President Donald Trump and FCC Chairman Brendan Carr on Thursday denied that the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show was the result of government censorship.

The comedian shared a reaction video on Instagram in "full" makeup because she was set to appear on Jimmy Kimmel's show on Wednesday.

The indefinite suspension of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' incites a heated debate as Stephen Colbert condemns the move as an assault on freedom of speech. Get the latest updates and reactions here.

Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers and Jon Stewart react to Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC suspension and threats from the FCC. Ariana Triggs