About
Jimmy Kimmel is an American television host, known for hosting and producing 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on ABC since 2003. He began his career in radio before moving to television, where he co-hosted 'Win Ben Stein's Money' and 'The Man Show'. He has hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards and the Academy Awards multiple times. In 2019, he published a children's book, 'The Serious Goose'. He is also known for his advocacy for healthcare access, inspired by his son's experience with a congenital heart defect.
* 1967-11-13
Major works
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003)television show
- Win Ben Stein's Money (1997)television show
- The Man Show (1999)television show
- Crank Yankers (2002)television series
- The Serious Goose (2019)children's book
Key milestones
- 1999Won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host for 'Win Ben Stein's Money'.
- 2003Premiere of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on ABC.
- 2017Hosted the 89th Academy Awards.
Themes
Humor and satireLate-night televisionHealth advocacyFamilyNarcolepsy
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