Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently expressed his disapproval of comedian and television host Jimmy Kimmel. Kimmel made headlines after referring to former President Donald Trump as a “great white supremacist” during a segment on his show, Jimmy Kimmel Live.
In response to a clip of Kimmel’s remarks circulating on social media, Musk commented that he found Kimmel to be “unfunny” and suggested that another late-night host, Jimmy Fallon, was superior. This public criticism from Musk is not the first time he has clashed with a comedian, as he previously had a contentious interaction with John Oliver, who labeled Musk as the “perfect movie villain.”
Musk’s disdain for Kimmel’s humor aligns with his track record of outspoken opinions and his reluctance to endorse political candidates. While he has refrained from publicly supporting any specific candidate, Musk has hinted at a shift in his stance away from President Joe Biden as the 2024 presidential race approaches.
This latest incident involving Musk and Kimmel adds to the tech mogul’s reputation for being unafraid to voice his opinions, even if they ruffle feathers in the entertainment industry. Earlier this month, Musk also made headlines for snubbing the 96th Academy Awards, hosted by Kimmel, citing a lack of respect for diluted awards.
As the drama between Musk and comedians continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how these public spats will impact their respective public images. In the meantime, fans and critics alike are left to speculate on the future of Musk’s interactions with the entertainment world.
