New Delhi, Sept. 18 -- In a dramatic shake-up for late-night television, Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been suspended indefinitely across several ABC affiliates, with Sinclair Broadcast Group announcing plans to replace the popular programme with a special tribute to Charlie Kirk. The move follows an FCC warning over remarks made by Kimmel regarding Kirk's recent death, which sparked widespread backlash.

The controversy stems from Kimmel's September 15 monologue, where he addressed the shooting death of pro-Trump activist and commentator Charlie Kirk. Kirk, known for his polarising 'Prove Me Wrong' debates and MAGA-aligned views, was fatally shot on September 10 at Utah Valley University.

Kimmel, known for his sharp political humour, did not h...