The talk show circuit on local television welcomes another big name: get ready for Jimmy Kimmel’s wit and tricks. WHEN it comes to talk shows, we’d say the more, the merrier, sometimes to the point of disregarding the quality of the show or who’s doing most of the talking. That they are popular is undeniable, a trend fuelled by the public’s desire to see celebrities, politicians, writers, etc, being grilled in the hot seat. So it is not surprising that this zeal even drives fans to the official websites of Late Show with David Letterman and Daily Show with Jon Stewart to catch the two tough nuts be harda** or chummy with their guests. Now, the celebrated Jimmy Kimmel, 40, is joining the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres and Jay Leno in the elite group of American talk show hosts on Malaysian TV. Yes, ladies and...
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