How does Jimmy Kimmel's ratings compare to other late-night talk shows in 2024?
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1. Summary of the results
The analyses provided indicate that Jimmy Kimmel's show has experienced a decline in ratings over the past decade, with a 37% decline in total viewers and a 72% decline in the key demographic of adults aged 25-54 [1] [2]. In terms of comparisons to other late-night talk shows, Jimmy Kimmel's show averaged 1.77 million viewers, ranking below The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which averaged 2.42 million viewers, but above The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, which averaged 1.19 million viewers [3]. Additionally, Jimmy Kimmel's show is trailing behind 'Gutfeld!' in terms of total viewers and demographic ratings, with Gutfeld! averaging 3.2 million total viewers to Kimmel's 1.6 million [2]. The show's ratings in the 18-49 demographic have also been a point of comparison, with Kimmel's show averaging 220,000 viewers, outpacing Colbert's 219,000 and Fallon's 157,000 [3].
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
A key point missing from the original statement is the timeframe of the ratings comparisons, as some analyses refer to Q2 2025 [3], while others discuss the show's decline over the past decade [1] [2]. Another missing context is the impact of external factors on the show's ratings, such as changes in viewer habits or the rise of streaming services, which could be influencing the decline in viewership [1]. Alternative viewpoints include considering the relative performance of Jimmy Kimmel's show compared to other ABC programs, as one source notes that the show ranks below other programs like NBA Finals and World News Tonight with David Muir [4].
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
The original statement may be lacking in context, as it does not specify the timeframe or demographic being referred to, which could lead to misinterpretation of the show's performance. Some sources may be biased towards highlighting the decline of Jimmy Kimmel's show, such as those from Fox News, which could be motivated by a desire to criticize ABC or Jimmy Kimmel [1] [2]. On the other hand, sources like LateNighter may be more focused on providing neutral ratings data, without a clear bias towards or against Jimmy Kimmel's show [3]. The ownership and affiliation of the sources could also be a factor in the potential misinformation or bias, as Disney's ownership of ABC and the show's production could influence the reporting on Jimmy Kimmel's ratings [2].