Jimmy Kimmel made an emotional return to the set of Jimmy Kimmel Live! following the devastating wildfire that broke out near Los Angeles. In a tear-filled address during the Monday night episode, Kimmel shared the harrowing details of the experience, describing the situation as “very scary, very stressful, very strange” for both him and the people in the community, including his family and colleagues.
Kimmel visibly fought back tears as he spoke about how the wildfire had come dangerously close to the Hollywood Boulevard set and how many families were forced to evacuate. He also revealed that some of his co-workers had lost their homes in the fire. Reflecting on the severity of the situation, Kimmel admitted to feeling scared and overwhelmed, particularly with the uncertainty of whether the devastation was over.
Despite the heartbreak and loss, Kimmel expressed gratitude for the incredible acts of courage and support he witnessed in the face of disaster. “It’s been a sickening, shocking, awful experience, but it’s also been, in a lot of ways, a beautiful experience because, once again, we see our fellow men and women coming together to support each other,” he shared. Kimmel praised the bravery of those who, despite losing their own homes, were volunteering to help others affected by the fire.
His heartfelt words highlighted both the tragedy of the wildfire and the resilience of the community during a time of crisis.