Jimmy Kimmel's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Jimmy Kimmel

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, voice actor, and producer best known for hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! since 2003. He has also hosted several high-profile events, including the Primetime Emmy Awards three times and the Academy Awards four times. Kimmel's career spans various aspects of entertainment, solidifying his presence as a prominent figure in the industry.

2003: Hosted American Music Awards

Jimmy Kimmel hosted the American Music Awards on ABC in 2003.

2004: Windy City Heat Won an Award

In 2004, the feature film "Windy City Heat," which Jimmy 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: Guinness World Record for Distance Traveled in a Work Week

In 2007, Jimmy Kimmel guest-hosted "Live with Regis and Kelly" for a week, commuting between New York and Los Angeles daily. He broke the Guinness World Record for the longest distance traveled in one work week, covering 22,406 miles (36,059 km).

2008: Hosted American Music Awards

Jimmy Kimmel hosted the American Music Awards on ABC in 2008.

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

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

2012: Hosted Primetime Emmy Awards

In 2012, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards for the first time.

2013: Received Honorary Degree from UNLV

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

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

On September 18, 2016, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 68th Primetime Emmy Awards, pointing out Mark Burnett's role in the rise of Donald Trump.

2016: Hosted Primetime Emmy Awards

In 2016, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards for the second time.

February 26, 2017: Hosted 89th Academy Awards

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

2017: Hosted Academy Awards

In 2017, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Academy Awards for the first time.

March 4, 2018: Hosted 90th Academy Awards

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

2018: Hosted Academy Awards

In 2018, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Academy Awards for the second time.

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

In 2018, Time magazine named Jimmy Kimmel as one of "The World's 100 Most Influential People".

June 2020: Announcement to Host the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards

In June 2020, it was announced that Kimmel would host the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards in September.

September 20, 2020: Hosting the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards

In September 20, 2020, Kimmel hosted the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards.

2020: Hosted Primetime Emmy Awards

In 2020, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards for the third time.

March 12, 2023: Hosted 95th Academy Awards

On March 12, 2023, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 95th edition of the Academy Awards ceremony.

2023: Hosted Academy Awards

In 2023, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Academy Awards for the third time.

March 10, 2024: Hosted 96th Academy Awards

On March 10, 2024, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 96th edition of the Academy Awards ceremony.

2024: Hosted Academy Awards

In 2024, Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Academy Awards for the fourth time.