After a week of broadcasts following ABC’s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! , it appears the network’s controversial pre-emption was unexpectedly beneficial for both the host and his fans. It’s certainly no secret that Jimmy Kimmel’s post-suspension ratings were the highest they’ve been in some time, but that was also fairly predictable after Kimmel became a global symbol of free expression.

Following the announcement of Jimmy Kimmel’s return to all network affiliate stations that previously chose to continue banning the show in several major cities, many of Kimmel’s fans comfortably believe his battle is as good as done . Trump’s threats to sue ABC may cast doubt on those assumptions, but Kimmel himself no longer appears to be taking anything for granted.

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