Jimmy Kimmel announces he will step away from hosting his ABC late-night program for the next two months and will use rotating guest hosts in his place. In his on-air remarks, Kimmel says he is inviting Rosie O’Donnell, a comedian and longtime critic of former President Donald Trump, to help “keep the hits coming” while he is away. NBC News reports that O’Donnell is one of several guest hosts lined up for the hiatus period, and that Kimmel presents the break as voluntary. Kimmel frames the change as part of the summer schedule, telling viewers to pay attention because he will not be on the desk for the two-month stretch. The Post also reports O’Donnell’s selection, describing her as one of Kimmel’s “commander-in-chief’s all-time favorites,” with audience applause following the announcement. NBC News notes that Kimmel has previously faced controversy, referencing his suspension last year over comments related to reactions to the conservator context, but the current announcement centers on the planned break and temporary lineup.