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Rosie O’Donnell Criticizes Trump, Pays Tribute to Hayden Panettiere as ‘Kimmel’ Guest Host

Headline from Rolling Stone, from the development of Aug 18, 2026

Newest development Aug 20, 2026 · 3 reportsRosie O’Donnell Joke About Trump and Natalie Harp Draws Gasps From ‘Kimmel’ Crowd

“If you thought the president hated Jimmy Kimmel Live when it was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel? Buckle up, people!"

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  1. Names this update

    Rosie O’Donnell Criticizes Trump, Pays Tribute to Hayden Panettiere as ‘Kimmel’ Guest Host

    Headline from Rolling Stone ·

  2. Rosie O’Donnell ‘thanks’ Trump for making her famous again, says he revived ‘fascism and the measles’

    Headline from Fox News ·

  3. Newest

    Rosie O’Donnell Joke About Trump and Natalie Harp Draws Gasps From ‘Kimmel’ Crowd

    Headline from The Hollywood Reporter ·

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Reports & sources

16 articles, oldest first.

  1. HuffPost

    Rosie O’Donnell Ruthlessly Trolls Trump Without Using His Name In ‘Kimmel’ Debut (opens HuffPost)

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    HuffPost's feed description

    “Buckle up,” she warned as she began her week filling in for Jimmy Kimmel.

  2. Rolling Stone

    Rosie O’Donnell Criticizes Trump, Pays Tribute to Hayden Panettiere as ‘Kimmel’ Guest Host (opens Rolling Stone)

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    Rolling Stone's feed description

    “If you thought the president hated Jimmy Kimmel Live when it was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel? Buckle up, people!"

  3. Breitbart News

    Rosie O’Donnell Spends ‘Kimmel Live’ Debut Obsessing Over ‘Mango Mussolini’ Trump, Her 'Nonbinary' Daughter (opens Breitbart News)

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    Breitbart News's feed description

    Rosie O'Donnell's much-hyped appearance as fill-in host on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" saw "The View" alum obsessing over President Donald Trump, the country of Ireland, which she self-deported to over Trump's election, and her autistic 11-year-old daughter whose pronounces are "they/them."

  4. The Hill

    Rosie O'Donnell to Trump during talk show return: 'I know you're watching' (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    Comedian Rosie O’Donnell, who moved to Ireland last year to escape President Trump’s second administration, gave Trump little air during her recent guest host appearance on ABC. O'Donnell, whose feud with the president has appeared in headlines in recent months, focused most of her "Jimmy Kimmel Liv…

  5. Deadline

    Rosie O’Donnell Takes Aim At Donald Trump In Fiery ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Monologue: “Hi, I Know You’re Watching!” (opens Deadline)

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    Deadline's feed description

    “Buckle up, people!” Rosie O’Donnell immediately set the tone for her first monologue as guest host on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Monday. The comedian, who is filling in for vacationing host Jimmy Kimmel, reflected back on her stint from 1996-2002 on her own talk show, The Rosie O’Donnell Show, in her first…

  6. Fox News

    Rosie O'Donnell’s return to late night reignites decades-old feud with Donald Trump (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    Rosie O'Donnell called Trump "Mango Mussolini" and addressed him directly on camera during her debut week as "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" guest host.

  7. Advocate

    Rosie O’Donnell got into Donald Trump’s orange head on Kimmel: ‘I know you're watching’ (opens Advocate)

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    Advocate's feed description

    Twenty-four years ago, Rosie O'Donnell sat behind a talk-show desk calling every attractive man who crossed her stage a " cutie patootie ," a running bit that became her signature even as most of America had already put two and two together about the woman delivering it.

  8. New York Post

    Rosie O’Donnell takes shots at archrival Trump during ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ hosting stint: ‘Hi, I know you’re watching’ (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    The two-decade grudge between President Trump and Rosie O'Donnell was back in the spotlight Monday night, as the comedian lobbed several insults at the White House.

  9. HuffPost

    Rosie O’Donnell Hits Trump With A Straight Truth After ‘Moronathon’ Move (opens HuffPost)

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    HuffPost's feed description

    The “Jimmy Kimmel Live” guest host also gave the president some backhanded credit.

  10. NewsBusters

    Rosie O'Donnell Claims Trump Brought Back Fascism (opens NewsBusters)

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    NewsBusters's feed description

    Rosie O'Donnell Claims Trump Brought Back Fascism Rosie O’Donnell kicked off her second night of guest hosting ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday, much like she did on Monday , with Kimmel-esque nicknames for President Trump coupled with accusations of fascism while not appreciating the irony of be…

  11. Fox News

    Rosie O’Donnell ‘thanks’ Trump for making her famous again, says he revived ‘fascism and the measles’ (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    Rosie O'Donnell credited Trump with bringing back fascism and measles during her "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" guest-hosting run. The White House fired back.

  12. Breitbart News

    Rosie O’Donnell Joins Crude Natalie Harp Mania in Latest Trump-Obsessed 'Kimmel Live!' Monologue (opens Breitbart News)

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    Breitbart News's feed description

    It took Rosie O'Donnell less than 30 second into her Wednesday night "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" monologue to cram in a dig aimed at President Donald Trump's White House aide, Natalie Harp.

  13. The Hollywood Reporter

    Rosie O’Donnell Joke About Trump and Natalie Harp Draws Gasps From ‘Kimmel’ Crowd (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    The Hollywood Reporter's feed description

    The guest host mocked the president's close relationship with the White House staffer.

  14. The Hill

    Rosie O’Donnell jabs Trump, fuels Harp buzz: ‘Let Natalie tuck you in’ (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    Comedian Rosie O’Donnell swiped at President Trump over his close relationship with his executive assistant Natalie Harp while guest-hosting ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Wednesday, piling on to the viral critique of the longtime White House aide.

  15. Independent Journal Review

    Rosie O’Donnell Takes Final Shot at Trump During ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Stint (opens Independent Journal Review)

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    Independent Journal Review's feed description

    Rosie O’Donnell closed out her week as guest host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" with another round of sharp criticism aimed at President Donald Trump. According to Fox News , O’Donnell delivered her final monologue Thursday…

  16. The Hill

    White House rips Rosie O'Donnell for Trump, Harp jokes: She's 'a total slob' (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    The White House responded Thursday to comments made by comedian Rosie O’Donnell while hosting “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” concerning President Trump and his administration. Davis Ingle, a representative for the White House, said in a statement to news outlets that “Rosie O’Donnell is a nasty woman and a to…