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Jimmy Kimmel has always been famous for his jokes and wit on late-night TV, but sources claim he might be considering a run for president. Some influential people in Hollywood have reportedly started discussing the idea of Kimmel as their “dream” pick for president in 2028. Sources suggest that he is not opposed to the idea.

Jimmy Kimmel reportedly okay with the idea of running for President in 2028, claims source

A source told Rob Shuter’s #ShuterScoop that Hollywood insiders are looking for a new political candidate and believe Jimmy Kimmel could be the one to rally around. The idea, though surprising, has gained some traction among his friends and associates who see him as “smart, sharp, fearless.”

However, not everyone in the industry agrees. One insider expressed frustration with the concept, saying, “Hollywood thinks it can handpick the next President like it’s casting a sitcom. These people don’t leave Malibu, but suddenly they’re strategists for middle America?”

Still, the idea has reached close to Kimmel himself, and according to Shuter’s reporting, he is far from shutting it down. One insider claimed, “He’s listening,” emphasizing, “He’s actually listening.”

To some, it is just another example of how Hollywood mixes glamour with politics. However, to others, the idea highlights the growing influence of celebrities in shaping cultural conversations about leadership. As Shuter puts it, insiders have described early talks that feel less like a political movement and more like a Hollywood campaign. It looks glossy, enthusiastic, and ambitious.

Whether Jimmy Kimmel sees this as a serious path or a fun trial is unclear, but what sources seem to ascertain is that people around him are paying attention.

Notably, Kimmel has not made any public comment about a potential 2028 run. The speculation, though, has already sparked strong opinions both inside and outside the entertainment industry. While Hollywood elites seem to love the thought of a Kimmel candidacy, countrypeople might see it as yet another headline in a town that blurs the line between entertainment and politics.