Rosie O'Donnell denies Jimmy Kimmel replacement rumors, hints at daytime TV comeback

Rosie O'Donnell posted on Instagram that rumors she is being tapped to replace Jimmy Kimmel on his late‑night show are "completely untrue." She emphasized that she has no interest in taking over Kimmel's job.

The comedian also said she will guest‑host Kimmel during his August hiatus and will leave Ireland immediately after the stint, noting that her child will start eighth grade. While she rules out a late‑night return, O'Donnell suggested a daytime television role could be "interesting," sparking fan calls for a revival of her former talk‑show formats.