A viral claim suggesting Adam Sandler condemned Jimmy Kimmel for his remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death has been debunked.
The rumour originated from a Facebook fan page, Melodic Comedy, which on September 20 alleged that Sandler had “blasted” the late-night host after ABC suspended his programme following comments made in a September 17 monologue. During that broadcast, Kimmel said: “The MAGA gang is desperately trying to characterise this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them, and doing everything they can to score political points from it.”
According to the fan page, Sandler had defended Kirk, calling Kimmel’s remark a “disgusting lack of humanity” and claiming: “When a person dies, that pain is real. It’s not material for a late-night punchline.” The page also circulated a purported image of Sandler at a podium, which appeared AI-generated, showing the actor with two thumbs.
The posts further alleged that Sandler denounced Kimmel in multiple social media posts and interviews, calling his words “the lowest form of entertainment” and insisting, “We will not be silent.” However, no credible reports or verified statements support these claims.
Adding to the confusion, the same fan page later posted contradictory claims suggesting Sandler had actually defended Kimmel. In a September 21 post, it purported that the actor opposed censorship in America, quoting him as saying, “This isn’t about money. This is about respect, decency, and who gets to speak in America.”
The conflicting narratives highlight the unreliable nature of the source. Melodic Comedy has previously been noted for sharing clickbait content with fabricated quotes and AI-generated images to boost engagement.
There is no evidence that Sandler has either criticised or defended Kimmel regarding Kirk’s death or ABC’s decision to suspend the host. To date, the actor has made no public comment on the controversy.
The episode underscores how quickly misinformation spreads online, particularly when celebrity names are attached to politically charged debates.
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