Donald Trump erupted in visible frustration and anger after late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert subjected him to relentless humiliation on live television in 2025. This public roasting stood out as part of broader tensions between the former president and mainstream media comedians.
The Humiliation
Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert, both known for their sharp political satire, teamed up for a series of scathing monologues and sketches aimed at exposing Trump’s inconsistencies, controversies, and personal flaws. Highlights included Kimmel mocking Trump’s handling of the government shutdown with sharp wit, and Colbert ridiculing Trump’s repeated claims about his fitness and intelligence.
They portrayed Trump as out-of-touch and vulnerable, using humor to spotlight scandals ranging from immigration abuses to his cognitive test claims. Caricatures and exaggerated impressions added to the biting tone, pushing Trump’s image to its limits.
Trump’s Reaction
Trump responded with fury, publicly condemning both comedians through social media posts and interviews. He accused them of biased and unfair attacks, calling the segments disrespectful and politically motivated efforts to shame him. Behind the scenes, sources suggest his team scrambled to manage the fallout as Trump grew increasingly agitated over the relentless mockery.