UPDATE: Actor Noah Centineo has ignited a firestorm on social media after announcing the cancellation of his Disney+ subscription in support of Jimmy Kimmel, who is under suspension from ABC. Centineo, 29, took to Instagram just hours ago, sharing a screenshot of his canceled subscription while urging his 13.6 million followers to “save money today” by following his lead.
The timing is critical as Kimmel has faced backlash for controversial comments regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. ABC suspended Kimmel indefinitely last Wednesday but confirmed earlier today that he will return to the airwaves tomorrow.
As the news broke, social media erupted with mixed reactions to Centineo’s post. Critics quickly pointed out that the screenshot displayed an expiration date of September 18, 2026, suggesting that the actor purchased the subscription solely to cancel it for the sake of a social media statement. One user sarcastically remarked, “We are all here because he purchased a Disney subscription JUST TO CANCEL IT ON THE SAME DAY! What a hero!” Another chimed in, “Imagine being rich enough to buy a whole year subscription and canceling it to prove something online.”
Centineo’s actions align with a broader boycott movement against Disney+, a movement also supported by fellow actor Tatiana Maslany from She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Both actors have cited Kimmel’s suspension as their rationale for canceling their subscriptions.
In a statement earlier today, ABC announced, “We have spent the last days having thoughtful conversations with Jimmy, and after those conversations, we reached the decision to return the show on Tuesday.” This decision came after affiliates Nexstar and Sinclair pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live! from their stations amid growing controversies.
The fallout from this situation is still developing. As more public figures weigh in, the potential for widespread repercussions on Disney+ subscriptions looms large. For now, all eyes are on Kimmel’s return and the impact of Centineo’s viral post on ongoing conversations about celebrity activism and corporate accountability.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds.
