Overview

• Jimmy Kimmel delivered his 2025 Disney Upfront monologue at the Javits Center in New York City, continuing his tradition of satirical industry critiques.
• Kimmel officially announced that Disney’s new live sports streaming platform will be named ESPN, dispelling earlier rumors about the name 'Flagship.'
• He roasted rival networks CBS, ABC, and NBCUniversal, with specific jabs at CBS’s 'Ghosts,' NBC’s 'Versant,' and ABC’s limited new programming lineup.
• Kimmel highlighted generational shifts in media consumption, citing a Deloitte survey showing Gen Z and millennials spend more time on social media than watching television.
• In a heartfelt moment, Kimmel urged advertisers to financially support CBS’s '60 Minutes,' emphasizing the critical role of journalism in an AI-driven and evolving media landscape.