Jimmy Kimmel's monologue on his return to late night TV had been seen nearly 19m times on YouTube. Photo: AP PHOTO

Millions have tuned in to Jimmy Kimmel Live! to watch the host's return to late-night television after a nearly week-long suspension, propelling the show to a 10-year ratings high among adult viewers, US network ABC says.

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ABC said 6.26 million viewers watched Kimmel as he used sincerity and humour to thank his supporters while addressing remarks he made on September 15 about the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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