As Jimmy Kimmel prepares to host the Academy Awards for the fourth time, he’s hinting that his time on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” may be coming to an end. In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, the 56-year-old host admitted his current contract might be his last. “I think this is my final contract,” Kimmel said, acknowledging that people may doubt him. “I hate to even mention it because everyone’s laughing at me now — each time I think that, and then it turns out to not be the case.”

Celebrating 21 years of his show has led Kimmel to reflect on his career. He’s content with the two years left on his contract, calling it “pretty good” and “enough.” While he’s not sure what’s next, he’s considering how he’ll spend his free time. “It might not be anything that anyone other than me is aware of,” he said, mentioning cooking, drawing, and sculpture.

Kimmel also reflected on his grandfather’s passing, which made him think about unfulfilled dreams. “I know that when I die, if I’m lucky enough to die on my own terms in my own bed, I’m going to think, ‘Oh, I was never able to get to this, and I was never able to get to that,'” he shared.

As he heads into his fourth Academy Awards hosting gig, the idea that it could be his last adds extra weight. Kimmel’s ability to mix humor and sincerity has defined his career, and this Oscars appearance could be a key moment in his journey.

While Kimmel hasn’t made decisions about his future, his reflections about the end of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” have left fans curious about his next steps. He’s thinking about his legacy and what comes after TV.

As the Academy Awards approach, Kimmel’s potential career shift creates intrigue. His upcoming hosting may not just be another gig but a pivotal moment marking the end of an era for the late-night star.

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