Jimmy Kimmel issues statement over use of blackface and racial slurs in comedy skits

United States News News

Jimmy Kimmel issues statement over use of blackface and racial slurs in comedy skits
United States Latest News,United States Headlines
  • 📰 The Independent
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 1 sec. here
  • 2 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 4%
  • Publisher: 59%

Jimmy Kimmel issues statement over use of blackface and racial slurs for comedy skits

He said: “Looking back, many of these sketches are embarrassing, and it is frustrating that these thoughtless moments have become a weapon used by some to diminish my criticisms of social and other injustices.”

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

The Independent /  🏆 80. in UK

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Peter Andre was called racial slurs by teachers and 'beaten up' by bulliesPeter Andre was called racial slurs by teachers and 'beaten up' by bulliesHe endured horrific racist attacks while growing up in Australia.
Read more »

30 Rock blackface episodes pulled from all platforms30 Rock blackface episodes pulled from all platformsSitcom aired from 2006 to 2013
Read more »

Taking a knee is important but football must do more on racial equality | Eni AlukoTaking a knee is important but football must do more on racial equality | Eni AlukoIn the Premier League 35% of players are black but there is nowhere near that level in managerial or leadership positions
Read more »

The Blues Brothers at 40: a manic musical romp that still sings todayThe Blues Brothers at 40: a manic musical romp that still sings todayJohn Landis struck gold with his madcap 1980 comedy, a masterpiece of choreographed destruction with a killer soundtrack
Read more »

Issa hit! The five best moments of InsecureIssa hit! The five best moments of InsecureAs season four of Issa Rae’s award-winning comedy lands in the UK, here’s a rundown of its best bits – from cringe-inducing rap to a tricky situation-turned-comic
Read more »



Render Time: 2025-03-03 00:09:50