Valuetainment “Kimmel Is In A WAR” - Rob Schneider RIPS Late Night Hosts
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Jan 12, 2026 
Rob Schneider, a renowned stand-up comedian and actor famous for his time on Saturday Night Live, critiques the trend of late-night comedy becoming politicized. He discusses how hosts like Jimmy Kimmel have transformed humor into political propaganda, leading audiences to tune out. Schneider emphasizes the need for comedians to prioritize laughter over politics, praising Conan for his insights on comedy. He predicts a decline in late-night viewership and champions platforms like podcasts as the future of comedy, all while advocating for a defense of Western culture.
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Comedy Turned Into Political Propaganda
- Late-night hosts increasingly use comedy as political propaganda rather than entertaining audiences.
- Rob Schneider argues this alienates large portions of viewers and erodes comedic value.
Kimmel Was Funny Post‑9/11
- Rob Schneider recalls being funny on Jimmy Kimmel's show during the Hugh Hefner roast after 9/11.
- He uses that example to show Kimmel can be funny but now seems politicized.
Channel Anger Into Funny Work
- Find ways to channel anger into craft rather than just screaming at targets.
- Conan O'Brien urges comedians to stay funny and use humor as a weapon against power.
