Jimmy Kimmel Claps Back at Trump's 'Loser' Insult
WHO:
ComingSoon.net - Jimmy Kimmel, late-night host
Rolling Stone - Donald Trump, President of the United States
WHAT:
ComingSoon.net - Kimmel emphasized that Trump's focus on his comments was misplaced, stating, "Of all the things I said about him last week, of all the many moronic and criminal words and deeds I detailed, that's what bothers him?"
ComingSoon.net - Trump referred to Kimmel as a “loser” and “crooked” during a rally.
Rolling Stone - Kimmel responded to Trump’s insults on his show, emphasizing the absurdity of Trump's focus on his comments.
WHERE:
ComingSoon.net - The insults were exchanged in the context of a rally, though the specific location was not mentioned.
WHEN:
Rolling Stone - Kimmel referenced comments he made about Trump the previous week.
WHY:
Rolling Stone - Kimmel questioned why Trump was bothered by his remarks, which included criticism of Trump’s “moronic and criminal words and deeds.”
HOW:
ComingSoon.net - Kimmel fired back on his show, indicating he was doubling down on his previous comments.
(UPDATED October 13, 2026 11:03 UTC)
Jimmy Kimmel recently highlighted President Trump's misplaced focus on his comments during a segment, questioning why Trump was bothered by his remarks. Kimmel pointed out that, out of all the "moronic and criminal words and deeds" he discussed about Trump, it was this particular issue that seemed to resonate with the former president. This exchange underscores the ongoing tension between Kimmel and Trump, as the late-night host continues to critique the former president's actions and statements.
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(UPDATED October 13, 2026 09:08 UTC)
During a recent rally, Trump referred to late-night host Jimmy Kimmel as a “loser” and “crooked,” sparking a response from Kimmel on his show. Kimmel emphasized the absurdity of Trump's focus on his remarks from the previous week, where he criticized Trump’s “moronic and criminal words and deeds.” In his rebuttal, Kimmel questioned why Trump was so bothered by his comments and made it clear he was standing firm on his position.