Jimmy Kimmel, the host of ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” recently returned from a family trip to Japan and made controversial comments about the state of the U.S. upon his return.
What Happened: Kimmel, who had been on a seven-day trip to Japan, expressed his surprise at the country’s cleanliness. He contrasted this with what he perceived as the filthiness of the U.S., reported The Wrap.
"After traveling to Japan, I realize that this place, this USA we're always chanting about, is a filthy and disgusting country," Kimmel said on his show.
The host, who had previously considered the U.S. as “pretty buttoned up” compared to other countries, was taken aback by the cleanliness of Japan.” He remarked, "It's like the whole country is Disneyland, and we're living at Six Flags."
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Kimmel was particularly impressed by the cleanliness of public bathrooms in Japan, which he said were even cleaner than operating rooms in the U.S.
He also noted the cultural norm in Japan where people carry their own trash, as public trash cans were largely removed following a 1995 sarin gas attack.
Why It Matters: Kimmel’s comments about the U.S. come at a time when the country is facing various challenges, including political tensions and economic woes. Kimmel’s remarks could add to the ongoing debate about the state of the nation.
Meanwhile, Kimmel has been vocal about his views on various political and social issues. He recently mocked Donald Trump‘s Truth Social rant and has been involved in a war of words with Elon Musk over his comments about Trump. His latest comments about the U.S. could further fuel these debates.
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