Jimmy Kimmel mocks Kanye West over Bianca Censori’s Grammys outfit, jokes about Will Smith slap

During a recent episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, comedian Jimmy Kimmel aimed at Kanye West and his wife, Bianca Censori, following their controversial appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Censori made headlines for walking the red carpet in an almost completely sheer outfit, which sparked intense reactions across social media. Kimmel did not hold back in his monologue, calling out both West and his wife’s bold fashion choices.
The late-night host referred to West as a “rodent,” implying that the rapper had reappeared in the public eye just for the Grammys. He pointed out that West was present only for the red carpet, while his wife stole the spotlight with her revealing look. Kimmel joked that Censori was "wearing nothing" and that photographers seemed more than eager to capture her moment.
Making a comparison to past controversies, Kimmel brought up the infamous Janet Jackson Super Bowl incident from 2004. He noted that the country had a massive reaction to Jackson’s accidental wardrobe malfunction, but now, a nearly nude woman could walk the red carpet at the Grammys and be met with cheers instead of outrage. This shift in public perception, according to Kimmel, highlighted how much things have changed over the years.
The comedian also took the opportunity to throw a jab at former President Donald Trump, suggesting that while such an event would have once dominated news cycles, it was now just another bizarre headline in an already chaotic world.
One of the most talked-about moments of Kimmel’s monologue was his reference to Will Smith’s infamous Oscars incident, where the actor slapped Chris Rock on stage. Kimmel humorously suggested that instead of Rock, Smith should have slapped Kanye West. He claimed that if Smith had done so, the public might have forgiven him entirely, and he could have been invited back to host the Oscars.
"All he had to do was run out on that red carpet and slap Kanye. I think all would be forgiven. He would be hosting the Oscars next year," Kimmel quipped during his segment.
The remarks quickly caught attention, with many debating whether Kimmel’s take was too harsh or just another example of his usual comedic style. Some agreed with his criticism, saying West had been encouraging controversial public appearances for his wife. Others defended Censori’s right to wear what she wanted, arguing that fashion was a form of self-expression.
As of now, neither West nor Censori has responded to Kimmel’s comments, but given their history of making headlines with daring outfits and public statements, it wouldn’t be surprising if they addressed the controversy in the coming days.