Rosie O'Donnell guest hosts Jimmy Kimmel Live! amid political commentary

Rosie O'Donnell has returned to network television as a guest host for 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' during the week of August 17, 2026. Her appearance marks her first stint in the late-night format in nearly 30 years.

Throughout her monologues, O'Donnell utilized the platform to criticize President Donald Trump, using nicknames such as ‘Mango Mussolini’ and ‘Oompa J. Loompa.’ She sarcastically thanked the president for making her ‘re-famous’ and referenced her decision to relocate to Ireland following the 2024 election, citing concerns over Project 2025.

O'Donnell also addressed media consolidation and criticized the influence of conservative ideologies on major news outlets. Additionally, she discussed her recent personal health transformation, including a 60-pound weight loss attributed to medication for type 2 diabetes.