Damon Lindelof is swearing off Disney because of Jimmy Kimmel.
The 52-year-old Lost and The Leftovers creator spoke out on social media, condemning the decision to “indefinitely” suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live! amid controversy regarding the host’s comments about the murder of Charlie Kirk.
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“I first heard Jimmy Kimmel on Kevin & Bean shortly after I moved to L.A. in my twenties. I was a fan of his goofy honest wit from the jump and I never imagined we would one day be friends. I met him for the first time backstage at the ABC upfronts in 2004… he had just seen The Lost pilot and dug it. He also said, ‘I hope you guys know what you’re doing,’” he wrote.
“In the twenty years since, I’ve gotten to know Jimmy and if you know Jimmy, you know his incredible wife and head writer, Molly, who is not just his better half but his better three quarters. You also know he is caring and empathic and grateful. You know he loves his country. You know he appreciates a good roast and he can take as good as he gives,” he continued.
“You know he supported his crew through multiple strikes and you know he is generous and philanthropic and most of all, you know that he is kind. I was shocked, saddened and infuriated by yesterday’s suspension and look forward to it being lifted soon. If it isn’t, I can’t in good conscience work for the company that imposed it. If you’re about to fire up in my comments, just ask yourself if you know the difference between hate speech and a joke. I think you still do. And Jimmy? You’ve ALWAYS known what you were doing. Love you and support you. D”
Several other celebrities are reacting to the shocking news of his suspension as well.
Source: justjared.com
