Jimmy Kimmel Vs. Aaron Rodgers: Lawsuit Threatened After Epstein List Allegations, How Disney Is Involved In Battle
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Aaron Rodgers made allegations on 'The Pat McAfee Show' suggesting Jimmy Kimmel is connected to Jeffrey Epstein, which Kimmel strongly denied and threatened legal action. The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS), which owns both 'The Pat McAfee Show' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', is caught in the middle of the feud. McAfee apologized for the show's involvement, and the situation could affect Rodgers' future appearances on the show.

January 03, 2024 | 8:34 pm
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The Walt Disney Company, owner of both 'The Pat McAfee Show' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', is involved in a public feud between Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel. The controversy could potentially impact the viewership and reputation of Disney's late-night and sports programming.
While the feud is high-profile, its direct impact on Disney's stock price is uncertain. The controversy could lead to negative publicity, but it's unclear if this will significantly affect viewership or the company's financials in the short term. The apology from McAfee may mitigate some negative effects.
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