Jay Leno Defends Jimmy Kimmel: “Usually It’s the Truth That Winds Up Getting Canceled”

Jay Leno has joined the growing chorus of current and former late-night hosts voicing support for Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended his show under pressure from the Trump administration.

“I’m a huge proponent of free speech. I’m on Jimmy Kimmel’s side,” Leno remarked while speaking reporters while attending a Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony for journalist Chris Wallace on Thursday. “You don’t get canceled saying popular things. Usually, it’s the truth that winds up getting canceled, so we’ll see what happens. I think Jimmy will land on his feet, he’s a talented guy. He’s funny. And let’s see what happens.”

“It’s a comedian talking. If they don’t like it, don’t watch it,” Leno added.

Former “Tonight Show” host #JayLeno spoke in support of #JimmyKimmel in light of his late night show’s suspension, saying that he’s a “huge proponent of free speech.”

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