Hollywood — For months, the late-night landscape seemed quieter without Jimmy Kimmel. ABC had announced his long-running Jimmy Kimmel Live! would conclude, claiming creative exhaustion and declining ratings. Insiders whispered that the network wanted younger, safer talent. Kimmel appeared ready to retreat into semi-retirement.

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