Jimmy Kimmel Guests August 6, 2026

The August 6, 2026 episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! featured Jacob Elordi and Jaafar Jackson.

Show
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Air date
August 6, 2026 · View full night's lineup
Status
Rerun
Original air date
Jul 20, 2026 · View original episode

Episode clips

Jacob Elordi

Jacob Elordi promotes Ridley Scott’s apocalyptic film The Dog Stars, recalling its practical Italian shoot, an Italian-speaking dog and conversations with co-star Josh Brolin. He also reflects on Nate’s violent Euphoria ending, including two days in a coffin with a boa constrictor, and jokes about breaking both heels as the episode aired.

Jaafar Jackson

Jaafar Jackson discusses portraying Michael Jackson, recreating “Thriller,” and working with Colman Domingo on Michael.
Jaafar Jackson discusses playing his uncle Michael Jackson and working with Colman Domingo on the film Michael.

Other episode clips

Guest host Colman Domingo covers Spain’s World Cup victory, Donald Trump being booed at the match and broadcasters misidentifying celebrities in the stands. He also responds to right-wing complaints about The Odyssey’s diverse casting and stages a fashion intervention for Guillermo.

FAQ

Who were the guests on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Aug 6, 2026?
Jacob Elordi and Jaafar Jackson were the guests on this episode. The episode originally aired on Jul 20, 2026.
When did this episode air?
This was a rerun broadcast on Aug 6, 2026. The episode originally aired on Jul 20, 2026.