Jimmy Kimmel Guests May 1, 2026

Episode clips

Ringo Starr

Ringo Starr reflects on the Beatles’ continuing legacy through Paul McCartney’s live performances and the band’s influence on Abbey Road, while discussing the new Beatles films.

Interview

Ringo Starr on Watching Paul McCartney Perform, New Beatles Movies & Abbey Road Album Cover

Ringo Starr discusses watching Paul McCartney perform, the Beatles’ legacy, and the new Beatles films, while reflecting on Abbey Road and the band’s continuing influence.

Kal Penn

Kal Penn talks about returning to Harold & Kumar and the Hulu pot-themed documentary series 4x20 Quick Hits, including the unusual experiences behind those projects.

Interview

Kal Penn on Making Another Harold & Kumar Movie & New Pot Themed Mini Documentaries on Hulu

Kal Penn discusses another Harold & Kumar movie and his new pot-themed documentary series on Hulu, along with the unusual experiences that shaped the projects.

Bleachers

Bleachers’ appearance centers on a performance of “The Van” on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

Musical Performance

Bleachers – the van

Bleachers perform “The van” on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Other episode clips

Monologue

Trump’s Unnecessary War Drags On, He Wants to Gift Himself Medal of Honor & Kash Patel Bombshell

The monologue examines Trump’s prolonged war, his desire for public honors, and allegations surrounding Kash Patel, using the stories to question the administration’s judgment and credibility.

FAQ

Who were the guests on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on May 1, 2026?

Ringo Starr, Kal Penn, and Bleachers were the guests on this episode. The episode originally aired on Apr 20, 2026.

When did this episode air?

This was a rerun broadcast on May 1, 2026. The episode originally aired on Apr 20, 2026.