Washington, D.C. – January 8, 2026** – Late-night television descended into absolute chaos last night as President Donald J. Trump completely lost his composure, unleashing a furious tirade after Jimmy Kimmel and longtime nemesis Rosie O’Donnell teamed up for a savage double roast on live TV. The explosive segment, which revived one of Hollywood’s most infamous feuds, sent shockwaves across the nation, with Trump’s immediate meltdown on Truth Social turning the old grudge into a full-blown public spectacle that’s dominating headlines and splitting opinions from coast to coast.

The fireworks began on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” during Kimmel’s highly anticipated return monologue after the holiday break. Fresh off winning Best Talk Show at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards—where he sarcastically thanked “Donald Jennifer Trump” for providing endless material—Kimmel wasted no time eviscerating the President. He mocked Trump’s hosting of the Kennedy Center Honors, which drew record-low ratings, quipping, “After boasting he’d crush me in talent and ratings, Trump delivered the lowest-rated Kennedy Center telecast ever. Hey, a deal’s a deal—back to Mar-a-Lago!” The audience erupted, but the real bombshell came when surprise guest Rosie O’Donnell joined via satellite from Ireland, where she’s lived since Trump’s 2025 inauguration.

O’Donnell, whose decades-long feud with Trump dates back to 2006 when she called him a “snake oil salesman” on “The View,” didn’t hold back. “Donald, you’re still the same con man—threatening to revoke my citizenship because I speak truth? Pathetic!” she fired, referencing Trump’s 2025 Truth Social threat to strip her U.S. citizenship. Kimmel piled on, flashing old clips of Trump’s insults calling Rosie “fat,” “disgusting,” and a “loser.” Together, they roasted Trump’s thin skin, his fixation on ratings, and his ongoing battles with late-night hosts. “He obsesses over us more than his own policies,” Kimmel laughed. “Rosie, welcome to the club—he’s tried to cancel me too!” The duo’s chemistry was electric, blending sharp political jabs with personal digs that had viewers howling and social media exploding.

Trump’s reaction was instantaneous and nuclear. From the White House, the President flooded Truth Social with a barrage of posts, echoing his recent rants against late-night comedy. “LOW TALENT LOSERS Kimmel and that DISGUSTING Rosie are at it AGAIN! FAKE ROAST, FAKE NEWS! Their ratings are DEAD—mine are HUGE! SAD!” one post read. Insiders report Trump was “pacing furiously” in the Residence, demanding aides monitor every clip and threatening FCC action against ABC. By dawn, he’d posted over 40 times, reviving calls to terminate broadcast licenses for networks “100% negative” toward him and labeling the segment a “witch hunt.” Sources say he even revisited his old nickname for O’Donnell, screaming at staff about the “slob” who “started it all.”

This double roast revives a feud that’s simmered for nearly 20 years. It began in 2006 when O’Donnell criticized Trump’s moral character amid a Miss USA scandal, prompting Trump to launch vicious personal attacks. The bad blood intensified during Trump’s first term, and in 2025, it hit new highs when Trump floated revoking O’Donnell’s citizenship after she fled to Ireland post-inauguration, citing fears from Project 2025. O’Donnell has since blasted Trump from afar, calling him a “criminal con man” in interviews. Her rare U.S. TV appearance last night—her first major late-night spot in years—was billed as a “feud reunion,” and it delivered, with Kimmel crediting Trump for “keeping comedy alive.”

The internet went berserk. Hashtags #TrumpMeltdown, #KimmelRosieRoast, and #OldFeudRevived trended worldwide, racking up billions of impressions. Clips of the segment went mega-viral, with TikTok users remixing O’Donnell’s zingers and Kimmel’s Trump impressions. Liberals hailed it as “epic resistance,” with stars like Alyssa Milano tweeting, “Rosie and Jimmy just slayed the dragon!” MAGA supporters countered fiercely, flooding ABC with complaints and organizing boycotts. “This is harassment of our President!” raged one viral post from a Trump ally. Even moderate commentators noted the divide: “Trump’s rage only fuels their fire,” said one analyst on CNN.

Ratings tell the story—Kimmel’s episode shattered records for 2026, boosting ABC’s late-night dominance amid Colbert’s impending cancellation. Experts say the feud boosts Trump’s base engagement while highlighting his sensitivity. “He can’t let it go,” noted a psychologist on MSNBC, linking it to narcissistic traits. “Every roast reminds him of vulnerabilities.”

The White House downplayed the meltdown this morning, with Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre calling it “passionate advocacy for fair media.” But behind closed doors, advisors are reportedly panicked, fearing the spectacle distracts from agenda items like economic reforms. O’Donnell, unfazed in Ireland, posted on social media: “Still standing, Donald. Truth hurts, huh?” Kimmel, in a follow-up tweet, added fuel: “Thanks for the material, Mr. President—ratings through the roof!”

As the old feud explodes back into public view, America watches a classic clash: Hollywood’s sharp tongues versus Trump’s unyielding fury. Late-night has erupted into chaos, with no end in sight. Will Trump escalate with legal threats, or will the roasts continue? One thing’s certain—this double takedown has reignited a fire that’s burning brighter than ever, captivating a divided nation in pure entertainment-political mayhem.

The fallout continues to unfold, with protests planned outside ABC studios and counter-rallies for Trump. In an era of hyper-partisanship, this savage live TV moment proves comedy remains a powerful weapon—and Trump’s reactions, endless fodder. Stay tuned: the chaos is just beginning.