Jimmy Kimmel's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jimmy Kimmel. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jimmy Kimmel is an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer best known for hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! since 2003. He has also hosted major awards shows, including the Primetime Emmy Awards (2012, 2016, 2020) and the Academy Awards (2017, 2018, 2023, 2024).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2004: Windy City Heat Wins Award

In 2004, the feature film "Windy City Heat", which Kimmel produced and co-wrote, won the Comedia Award for Best Film at the Montreal Comedy Festival.

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April 2007: Named Biggest Badass on TV

In April 2007, Stuffmagazine.com named Jimmy Kimmel the "biggest badass on TV."

2007: Guest Hosts Live with Regis and Kelly

During the week of October 22-26, 2007, Jimmy Kimmel guest-hosted "Live with Regis and Kelly" and broke the Guinness World Record for the longest distance traveled in one work week (22,406 miles).

September 23, 2012: Hosts the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards

On September 23, 2012, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards.

2012: Host of the Primetime Emmy Awards

In 2012, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards for the first time, marking a significant achievement in his career as a television host.

2013: Honorary Degree from UNLV

In 2013, Jimmy Kimmel received an honorary degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).

September 18, 2016: Hosts the 68th Primetime Emmy Awards

On September 18, 2016, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 68th Primetime Emmy Awards.

2016: Host of the Primetime Emmy Awards

Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards for the second time in 2016, further solidifying his status as a prominent television host.

February 26, 2017: Hosts the 89th Academy Awards

On February 26, 2017, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 89th edition of the Academy Awards ceremony.

April 21, 2017: Birth of Son William "Billy" John

On April 21, 2017, Jimmy Kimmel's son, William "Billy" John, was born with tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) with pulmonary atresia. The condition was detected shortly after birth, and he underwent successful surgery at three days old.

2017: Host of the Academy Awards

In 2017, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Academy Awards for the first time, marking a high point in his hosting career.

March 4, 2018: Hosts the 90th Academy Awards

On March 4, 2018, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 90th edition of the Academy Awards ceremony.

2018: Named One of "The World's 100 Most Influential People"

In 2018, Time magazine recognized Jimmy Kimmel as one of "The World's 100 Most Influential People", acknowledging his significant impact on television and culture.