(CNN) — Even before his return to late-night on Tuesday, artists and entertainers had rallied around Jimmy Kimmel.

A strong show of support from the Hollywood community, where Kimmel is beloved , was, perhaps, expected.

“Thanks to (all) who supported our show, cared enough to do something about it, to make your voices heard so that mine could be heard. I will never forget it,” Kimmel said during his return monologue on Tuesday, after he thanked his fellow late-night hosts and others by name.

What was more surprising to the comedian was the support he received from some conservatives.

“Maybe weirdly, maybe most of all, I want to thank the people who don’t support my show and what I believe but support my right to share those beliefs anyway, people who I never would have imagined li

See Full Page