Overview

• Jimmy Kimmel, host of the 96th Annual Academy Awards, responds to Donald Trump's criticism by joking about the former president's 'jail time' during the live telecast.
• Megyn Kelly criticizes Kimmel's Oscars performance, labeling one of his jokes as 'classless' and noting his failure to mock current President Joe Biden.
• Kimmel reveals that Oscars producers, including his wife, initially advised against reading Trump's social media post, fearing it would end the show on a sour note.
• The audience reacts positively to Kimmel's humor, especially a joke comparing Donald Trump to a naked John Cena, which was one of the night's most talked-about moments.
• Despite mixed reactions, Kimmel's handling of the Oscars, including political jokes and a controversial gag involving John Cena, remains a highlight of the event.