Back from suspension and bolder than ever, Jimmy Kimmel unleashes one of his most scathing anti-Trump takedowns yet, and fans are loving it.

If Donald Trump was hoping late-night hosts would go soft after months of political backlash and behind-the-scenes pressure, Jimmy Kimmel Live! just made one thing very clear: absolutely not.

In what may be one of the most viral segments since his return from a week-long suspension, Jimmy Kimmel delivered a withering takedown of Trump’s long-standing—and, some might say, desperate—craving for a Nobel Peace Prize. And he did it with what fans are calling a “brilliant” and “hilarious” montage that mashed together years of Trump’s public complaints, backhanded comments, and not-so-subtle efforts to secure the honor.

“Trump wants that Nobel Prize so badly,” Kimmel said during his October 9 monologue. “I’ve seen a lot of Oscar and Emmy campaigns, but no one has ever vied for an award more vigorously than our Donnie Lama.”

Cue the clip: a three-minute compilation of Trump comparing himself to past laureates, lamenting Barack Obama’s 2009 win, and nodding approvingly as conservative media figures claim he deserves the world’s most prestigious peace honor.

If Trump was watching, he likely didn’t find it funny. But viewers certainly did.

Kimmel Returns—and Goes Nuclear

This segment was more than just a jab—it was a full-on satirical blitz. It also signaled that Kimmel’s tone has shifted since returning from suspension in September. If anything, he’s louder, more unfiltered, and increasingly willing to go after Trump with the kind of relentless glee that defined his post-2016 monologues.

The irony wasn’t lost on anyone that the Nobel Peace Prize Kimmel mocked Trump for pursuing was awarded the very next day—on October 10—to Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader and democracy activist. That left Trump, as Kimmel put it, “watching from the sidelines again, probably seething, possibly Googling how to revoke Norway’s NATO membership.”

The Jimmy Kimmel Live! montage spread rapidly across social platforms. Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube were flooded with reactions. On Instagram, clips of the segment drew thousands of comments within hours, with viewers praising Kimmel’s “surgical editing,” “perfect comic timing,” and “unmatched ability to get under Trump’s skin.”

“I Would Love to Be a Fly on That Wall”

Fan reactions ranged from gleeful trolling to cathartic celebration.

“And I’m so glad he didn’t win,” one Instagram user wrote. “I would love to be a fly on the wall in the White House this morning. His rage would make the hell he’s put us through almost worth it.”

“If Trump really wants the Peace Prize, he should step down,” another added. “Then we’d all be at peace.”

“Obama still lives in his head rent-free,” a third commenter joked.

The idea that Trump’s obsession with Obama’s 2009 Peace Prize win continues to haunt him has become a running gag in political comedy circles. Kimmel simply distilled that theme into a rapid-fire roast, punctuated with sarcastic narration and a smirking crowd that clearly missed this version of him.

“Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Welcome Back!”

The moment also serves as a kind of victory lap for Kimmel, whose show was pulled from ABC’s schedule just last month. The decision, widely attributed to comments he made about Charlie Kirk’s assassination, sparked a storm of controversy, and drew accusations of political censorship—especially after Trump-appointed FCC Chairman Brendan Carr publicly questioned ABC’s broadcast license.

The move triggered limited boycotts and affiliate disruptions, with companies like Nexstar and Sinclair temporarily pulling Jimmy Kimmel Live! from some markets. But just six days later, ABC reinstated the show, following behind-the-scenes pressure and a wave of public support.

Now, Kimmel’s back—and clearly not backing down.

“It’s like he came back with a vengeance,” said media analyst Rachel Levy. “Whatever conversations happened behind closed doors, he’s not walking on eggshells. He’s back in full roast mode.”

More Popular Than the President?

Adding insult to injury—at least from Trump’s perspective—Kimmel recently claimed he’s now polling more favorably than the President of the United States.

“According to a new poll from YouGov, which is a serious polling site—or they were before this—I am more popular than the president of the United States,” Kimmel told his audience last week.

He added with a grin: “You remember the guy who keeps saying I have no ratings? Well, that makes two of us.”

According to the poll, 50% of respondents viewed Kimmel favorably, while Trump’s favorability sat at 40%. Trump’s unfavorable rating hit 54%, while Kimmel’s was a comparatively low 41%.

It was a data point Kimmel couldn’t resist, especially after months of Trump calling for his firing. “I’m at plus three. He’s at minus thirteen,” Kimmel said. “We call that a landslide.”

A Long History of Public Feuding

Kimmel and Trump have sparred publicly for nearly a decade, but their feud has intensified in recent years. Trump has repeatedly posted on Truth Social urging ABC to cancel Jimmy Kimmel Live!, accusing the host of “using the airwaves to promote hatred.”

Kimmel, for his part, has made Trump a near-nightly subject of his comedy—parodying his gaffes, policies, lawsuits, and post-presidency obsessions. The Peace Prize montage was just the latest entry in a long-running roast that includes everything from mocking Trump’s Sharpie-altered hurricane map to impersonating him in fake press briefings.

But what made this recent bit feel different was the gleeful sense of score-settling, especially coming just weeks after a politically motivated attempt to silence Kimmel’s platform.

“He could’ve come back timid,” said entertainment columnist Jon Garrett. “Instead, he came back swinging—and frankly, it’s more compelling television because of it.”

Where Kimmel Goes from Here

For now, Jimmy Kimmel Live! appears to have regained its footing—and its swagger. Ratings have reportedly climbed since the host’s return, and the viral reach of his monologues has been stronger than at any point in the past year.

The Nobel montage also reaffirms Kimmel’s place in the late-night hierarchy—not just as a veteran host, but as a consistent political voice who’s willing to hit hard, even when it puts him in hot water.

“You can’t intimidate someone who’s already been threatened with cancellation,” said media strategist Elena Rodriguez. “That kind of fearlessness is rare. And it’s working.”

With the 2026 election cycle looming and late-night television once again under the microscope, Kimmel’s defiant posture may prove to be both risky and necessary. He knows the stakes. He knows the enemies. And as long as Trump keeps giving him material, he’s not likely to let up.

As Kimmel closed out his latest segment, he did so with a wink and a promise:

“The good news? As long as Trump keeps whining, I’ll keep writing.”