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Disney CEO Josh Damaro faces Trump backlash after Jimmy Kimmel joke controversy erupts
Disney CEO Josh Damaro faces his first major challenge under President Donald Trump's pressure to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over a joke, just six weeks into his tenure as head of the entertainment giant.
Disney CEO Josh Damaro is facing his first major challenge under President Donald Trump's pressure to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel following a joke made on Trump's birthday in 2020. The controversy surrounding the comment has put Disney's new leader at odds with the president, who has publicly called for the show's cancellation. Kimmel's future on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' remains uncertain as Damaro navigates this sensitive situation. The incident highlights the challenges facing Damaro just six weeks into his tenure as Disney CEO.
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