Bruce Springsteen backs Jimmy Kimmel with new endorsement
Legendary musician Bruce Springsteen is set to make an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in a show of support for the popular host following his return from a recent suspension. Springsteen will grace the stage alongside actor Jeremy Allen White to discuss his upcoming biopic “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere,” where White portrays a young Bruce Springsteen and recent Emmy winner Stephen Graham takes on the role of the musician’s father.
The biopic, partially shot in Springsteen’s home state of New Jersey, utilized various locations throughout the region. Scheduled to premiere on October 24, the highly-anticipated film features both Springsteen at the age of 76 and White at 33. The two will join Jimmy Kimmel on October 2 for what promises to be an exciting episode.
Reported by Asbury Park Press, the episode is scheduled to be taped at the Brooklyn Academy of Music and will also feature performances by the rock band Living Colour and singer Ivan Neville. This marks Springsteen’s first appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! since 2019, and his support for Kimmel is evident in his decision to take part in the show’s lineup.
Jimmy Kimmel recently made headlines himself when he was suspended from the show following controversial comments regarding murdered activist Charlie Kirk. Kimmel returned to ABC last week after a brief hiatus, during which the network decided to suspend production to avoid further escalation of the tense situation following Kimmel’s remarks.
Kimmel’s emotional return was met with mixed reactions as he addressed the situation, acknowledging the gravity of his comments and expressing remorse for any insensitivity. Moving forward, Jimmy Kimmel Live! has lined up an array of exciting guests, including Ryan Reynolds, Stephen Colbert, Tom Hanks, and more.
The show’s schedule is packed with entertaining segments, monologues, and performances, promising viewers a captivating lineup in the days to come. The support of icons like Bruce Springsteen adds a unique flavor to the show, showcasing the importance of solidarity in the entertainment industry. As viewers eagerly await the upcoming episodes, Jimmy Kimmel Live! continues to navigate the ever-changing landscape of late-night television with a mix of humor, emotion, and star-studded performances.