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Jimmy Kimmel‘s Wife Reveals Strain on Family Due to Political Divide Over Trump Support
LOS ANGELES, CA – Molly McNearney, wife of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, publicly shared the emotional toll of having family members who continue to support former President Donald Trump, revealing a growing rift that has reshaped her relationships. In a recent interview on the “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast, McNearney detailed her frustration and “constant conflict” stemming from deeply held political differences within her “very conservative, Republican” family.
The revelation comes as political polarization remains a meaningful force in American life, impacting personal relationships across the country. McNearney’s experience highlights the challenges faced by individuals navigating familial bonds when core values clash with political affiliations, a dynamic that intensified during and after Trump’s presidency. the strain extends beyond personal discomfort, leading to a realignment within her family toward those with shared beliefs.
McNearney recounted pleading with family members before the election, “I’m begging you. Here’s the 10 reasons not to vote for this guy. please don’t,” but her efforts proved unsuccessful. “It’s definitely caused a strain,” she said. “I’ve definitely pulled in closer with the family that I feel more aligned with. And I hate that this has happened.” She expressed feeling “angry all the time,” describing the situation as “not healthy at all.”
meanwhile, kimmel has consistently used his platform on Jimmy Kimmel Live to criticize Trump and his policies.Last week, he highlighted polling data showing his own rising approval ratings compared to the former president’s decline, joking to his audience, “Considering the fact I’m not a convicted felon, friend of Jeffrey epstein, I’ve never paid off a porn star, or sent a team of masked goons into a park to pull an old lady away from her grandchildren, I feel like my rating should be higher, maybe?”
the full conversation between Kimmel and McNearney is available on the We Can Do Hard Things podcast.
