On weeknights at approximately 11:35 p.m., the renowned, wildly successful, Emmy-nominated late-night show, "Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!", airs on ABC.
The namesake host, Jimmy Kimmel, calls for no extensive introduction, as he happens to be one of those infamous entities people tend to either overwhelmingly adore or absolutely hate. Kimmel has fueled his way to household notoriety through establishing himself as an American funnyman, spokesperson for the politically frustrated, and celebrity aficionado. It is also through his simultaneous delivery of witty commentary and relatable demeanor which have propelled Kimmel to attaining the role of a two-time (and counting) Oscar Host.
Yet, his accolades fail to cease at simply "decorated television personality."
I must admit that I may be a tad biased, for I am a self-proclaimed Kimmel enthusiast. But my enthusiasm for the comedian stems far beyond his jocular productions and lands within the breadth of his character in private life; which is occasionally revealed on a public spectrum through his Instagram, Twitter, or spouse.
Enter Molly McNearney; "Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!" screenwriter, loving wife to Jimmy Kimmel himself, doting mother, and satirical badass (i.e. her Twitter).
A few months ago, Ms. McNearney wrote a personal article for the Washington Post regarding the ever-present frustrations of her husband’s brooding, artisan pancake habits and I’ve been unashamedly obsessed with their family dynamic ever since.
I mean, come on, have you seen anything sweeter?!
I’m not a believer in keeping a "trait checklist" when it comes to the thought of a future husband, but if I were, go ahead and add ‘avid pancake connoisseur' to the feasibly overflowing stockpile, as well as 'fellow foodie' and 'immaculate sense of humor'.
So, yes- Jimmy Kimmel is most definitely my entire list. If you ever meet a handsome incarnate, let me know ASAP.
Anyhow, despite verbal controversies and the glamorous facade presented through cable television, beneath the tuxedos, and behind Hollywood illusions, I think it's safe to assume that Jimmy Kimmel is a man of one major stability; family.
Imagine the grandiosity of his dad joke caliber.
While even the sheer ideas of getting married and having children are a few long years and substantial tuition statements away, I like to hold Jimmy Kimmel as my own set of guidelines because he's much more than a funny guy who has prospered a career through wit and hard work.
Kimmel is a dad, completely in love with his wife and kids, and he's proud of it. What's not to love?
