What Jimmy Kimmel can learn about retirement from former late-night talk show stalwarts Jay Leno and David Letterman

Kimmel's contract will be up with ABC for his show this year, possibly ending with him bidding goodbye to late show hosting for good.

Fans of Jimmy Kimmel's 'Late Night' show may have to brace themselves for some heartache. Kimmel, one of the most iconic talk show hosts of our time, had hinted back in 2017 that he had considered retirement after his contract was up with ABC for his show. At the time, the contract was for three more years, which brings us to 2019 - yes, Kimmel may be giving up talk show hosting for good this year.

TV Personality Jimmy Kimmel attends during 2018 Disney, ABC, Freeform Upfront at Tavern On The Green on May 15, 2018 in New York City.
TV Personality Jimmy Kimmel attends during 2018 Disney, ABC, Freeform Upfront at Tavern On The Green on May 15, 2018 in New York City.

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