George Santos Slams Jimmy Kimmel Over Cameo Payments

Former Long Island Representative George Santos, 35, is criticizing late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, 56, over payments for Cameo videos. Santos claims that Kimmel owes him $20,000 for featuring his Cameo videos on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

Santos Accuses Kimmel of Being Dishonest

In an exclusive statement to The Post, Santos stated, “Let Jimmy Kimmel be Jimmy Kimmel. He’s full of s–t, that’s all.” He further added, “He owes me a lot more than [$20,000]. Reading the terms and conditions for cameos, Kimmel is just trying to deflect. I’m doing very well. I’m making six figures.”

Kimmel’s Side of the Story

Kimmel addressed the situation during Monday night’s episode of his show. He revealed that he had anonymously submitted Cameo requests to Santos and showcased some of the videos on air. Kimmel claimed that Santos is now demanding $20,000 from him at a commercial rate.

Furthermore, Kimmel joked about the potential legal issue, saying, “Can you imagine if I get sued by George Santos for fraud? How good would that be? It would be like a dream come true.”

Cameo and Its Purpose

Cameo is a platform where individuals can pay to receive personalized videos from famous personalities. It allows fans to connect with their favorite celebrities and request customized content.

Santos’ Controversial Background

Santos was expelled from the U.S. House of Representatives on December 1, just over a year after winning the election. He was found to have fabricated his personal and professional history, including lying about attending prestigious schools, working at Goldman Sachs, and being involved in charitable endeavors.

Despite his expulsion, Santos has been active on Cameo, having filmed 700 videos so far. He also expressed his interest in making a political comeback, stating, “We need more people with a backbone running for office. I’m proud of my congressional voting record. I wasn’t the one selling out to lobbyists.”

Kimmel’s Response

The Post reached out to representatives for Jimmy Kimmel for comment, but no response has been received yet.

Overall, the dispute between George Santos and Jimmy Kimmel highlights the growing popularity of platforms like Cameo and the potential controversies that can arise from their use.