Rosie O’Donnell took the stage for her second evening hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday, delivering an opening monologue that featured sharp commentary directed at President Donald Trump. The performer, known for her well-documented contentious relationship with the current administration, interspersed political jabs throughout her comedy set.
During her monologue, O’Donnell referenced the newly launched Women’s Pro Baseball League and Broadway’s Cats: The Jellicle Ball before pivoting to address Trump directly. She humorously suggested that her recent return to prominence in the public eye was entirely attributable to the president, referring to him by a creative nickname during her remarks.
In her signature comedic style, O’Donnell playfully thanked Trump for resurrecting her career, while simultaneously making broader social critiques. She drew comparisons between the president’s influence and the resurgence of other issues, delivering punchlines that blended personal grievances with wider cultural commentary, all while maintaining the lighthearted tone expected of late-night television.
