Jimmy Kimmel, set to host the Academy Awards for the fourth time, hinted that his tenure on Jimmy Kimmel Live! may be nearing its end. In a Los Angeles Times interview, the 56-year-old host, marking the show\u2019s 21st anniversary, said his current contract might be his last. \u201cI think this is my final contract,\u201d Kimmel stated, though he<\/p>\n
noted past instances where he reconsidered similar thoughts. With just over two years left, he feels that\u2019s \u201cpretty good\u201d and \u201cenough.\u201d Uncertain about his post-show plans, Kimmel mentioned interests like cooking, drawing, and sculpture but has no firm direction. His comments reflect a period of self-reflection as he contemplates stepping away from late-night TV.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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