Eight years back, a notable moment was registered in television history when Donald Trump was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! However, fans of the show know that the particular interview in question, which took place before Trump’s venture into presidential politics, stood in stark contrast to how the late-night host, Jimmy Kimmel, would later respond to Trump’s rise in the political arena. Back in 2015, one highlight was Kimmel’s commentary on a striking statement from Trump’s physician, proclaiming the GOP leader would be the ‘healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency.’
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As per Variety, this led Kimmel to amusingly ask how Trump received such an extraordinary commendation from the doctor, sparking a playful exchange between them. In fact, Trump responded, “I said, doc, I want to tell you, I will be the healthiest president ever. And he said, hmmm. I think I agree. And I think he probably took my words and put them down.” The host playfully prodded at the Republican’s anecdote, showcasing the lighter side of their dialogue (keep in mind this was almost a decade ago).
Kimmel, in his characteristic style, also touched on the political climate of the time.
When Jimmy Kimmel Read Trump’s ‘Extraordinary’ Medical Report to Applause From the Audience
