Internet sends love to Jimmy Kimmel and Guillermo Rodriguez as they wish viewers merry Christmas
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jimmy Kimmel is in the Christmas spirits and it's evident from his tweets.
Kimmel's last episode of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' in 2023 was on December 1, featuring guests like George Clooney, Kumail Nanjiani, and Lenny Kravitz, who performed a song together.
I KNOW HIM!!! #Santa @IamGuillermo pic.twitter.com/Rp3ETALvzV
— Jimmy Kimmel Live (@JimmyKimmelLive) December 24, 2023
Best wishes from Guillermo and Kimmel
On December 24, he tweeted, "I KNOW HIM!!! #Santa @IamGuillermo" was posted by the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the show 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', expressing excitement or recognition related to Santa, mentioning @IamGuillermo.
Who is Guillermo Rodriguez? He is a Mexican-American talk show personality who gained fame while serving as a parking lot security guard at the Hollywood Boulevard studios for the American late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Merry Christmas everybody! ❤️🦌❄️ pic.twitter.com/zHYyztAAsy
— Jimmy Kimmel Live (@JimmyKimmelLive) December 25, 2023
As fans may know, Rodriguez has appeared in several of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' episodes.
Another post made on December 25 showed Rodriguez wearing a red glowing joker nose, as Kimmel pulled his cheeks slightly. Rodriguez wished everyone "a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays".
'Love you both. Merry Everything'
'Jimmy Kimmel Live''s dedicated fan base engaged in a lively exchange of wishes on the post's comment section.
Among the several 'Merry Christmas' wishes, some of the Comments read, "Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays sure was thoughtful stopping your shows given everyone a big break and rest over the holidays Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays sure enjoy your shows".
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays sure was thoughtful stopping your shows given everyone a big break and rest over the holidays Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays sure enjoy your shows 🎄♥️🦌🦌🦌🦌
— Be Kind (@kindopp_linda) December 25, 2023
"The tie is rockin’ it. Love you both. Merry Everything!".
Merry Christmas. Love your show! Can't wait for the new year! pic.twitter.com/cD3Bqpr2wo
— Lily (@Lilly21762) December 25, 2023
"Merry Christmas. Love your show! Can't wait for the new year!"
Jimmy Kimmel and Guillermo Rodriguez have a close and enduring relationship that extends beyond their on-screen partnership. Guillermo, best known as the affable sidekick on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," initially started as a parking lot security guard at the show's studio over two decades ago.
Kimmel approached him and offered him a chance to appear on the show, recognizing his unique qualities and humor. This led to Guillermo becoming a beloved and integral part of the show, endearing himself to audiences with his infectious laughter and on-screen antics as per People.
The Tv host has publicly expressed his admiration for Guillermo, and their bond is evident in various personal and professional interactions.
Reportedly, for instance, Kimmel named his son Billy in honor of Guillermo, and Guillermo chose Kimmel to be his son's godfather, reflecting the strength of their relationship.