Jimmy Kimmel to Share His Thoughts on Christmas Day

This Christmas, something different is happening on British TV. Jimmy Kimmel, a famous TV host from the U.S., will give a special message on Channel 4. This is not just any message. It is the "alternative" Christmas message.

A Unique Tradition

This tradition started in 1993 as a fun way to counter the serious speech given by the British royal family.

Kimmel's Background

Kimmel is known for his late-night talk show. But his show was paused for a week in September. This happened after he made some comments about a man accused of shooting a conservative activist. The pause led to a big talk about free speech in the U.S.

Kimmel's Message

Kimmel's message will be about his thoughts on the year. He plans to talk about fascism. A Channel 4 spokesman said Kimmel will say, "From a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year."

Not the First American

This is not the first time an American has given this message. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader, did it in 1994. The message is usually serious, sometimes funny, and sometimes it does not age well.

The Royal Christmas Message

The royal Christmas message is a big deal in Britain. It is a long-standing tradition where the king or queen speaks to the Commonwealth. Kimmel's message will air at 5:45 p.m. on Christmas Day, a bit later than the royal message.

A Unique Opportunity

This is a unique chance for Kimmel to share his views with a British audience. It will be interesting to see how he uses this platform. Will he be serious or funny? Only time will tell.