Kathy Griffin on Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce, Britney Spears’ Knife Video and Gay Cruises

Kathy talks about her voice changing after her battle with lung cancer, being on a mission to destroy sports, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce dating, an angry piece of fan mail she got, moving to Malibu and running into celebrities, Gary Busey’s hit and run, wanting to be the new “Golden Bachelorette,” Britney Spears’ knife video, her first time performing in Vegas, and she details what goes on during gay cruises.
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[@mareesimonis7656]

Kathy’s been through it all. She’s indomitable and still one of the best comedians out there! Thanks Jimmy for remaining loyal throughout. Xx

[@RangaAce]

Have you seen any other comedians? Tell me one joke of hers that is funny, please type it here in the comments so we can all see kathys first funny joke in type.

[@javiruiz8365]

Sad she is getting divorced

[@dirkbag22]

@@user-si3yy8hm9v lmao! She brought the Trump thing ON HERSELF! She did that!

[@sparkleplenty59]

She's been through a lot. I gotta love her. Not pity….RESPECT!❤

[@pipermccool]

I liked this up from 45. 😏

[@3dog4mom]

I love Kathy! I’m so glad to see her doing well.

[@carolineletellierdest-just8623]

IKR, she’s so resillient, she’s so quick & funny, like a Joan Rivers 2.0. Definite RESPECT!❤️

[@aryk2001]

Don’t you Pity Kathy. She’s a boss. We’ve all been thru a lot. She’s a diva! Nothing can stop her. She’s royalty. Lay the red carpet darling! ❤

[@carolineletellierdest-just8623]

@@aryk2001 Absolutely!

[@nojolie]

Thank you JKL for supporting Kathy and continuing to have her on the show 🙏 Jimmy and Kathy have such a great dynamic and all her appearances are GOLD! Never fails to make me laugh so much

[@PADS62]

Oh... me too! I've loved her for years & years! I don't remember a lot of what happened with tRUMP, but no matter because anything I read online (It's where I get all my news), or a video of someone saying crap about her, I went to the next page, or didn't watch the video, but I'd always open the video just to put a thumbs down on it then shut the video off. Always! 😁 I didn't know about her siding w/amber herd(sp), and I may have been miffed about it........ but I would've still watched her comedy acts and loved her just the same. 🥰

[@ingridbrandt7710]

Brava Kathy! What a survivor….of being cancelled and witchhunted by Trump & his crooked cronies, and then being one of the very few terribly unlucky non-smokers to get lung cancer. And having her vocal cords permanently damaged from the scope while under treatment…pretty devastating for someone who makes their living speaking. So happy that Jimmy has ALWAYS been a dear supporter of her, through all the tough times and her recovery. 🎉😊

[@oakleyducati1]

Sad that she still sided with Amber Heard though. I can’t get over that despite her struggles.

[@Sofi-ji4jl]

well she is! and she's way richer than you, laughing all the way to her bank. Stay mad.@@jasonpigott972

[@stacyyoust]

​​​@@oakleyducati1 did you read the evidence from the UK trial Heard won? Because most of it wasn't allowed in the Virginia trial. It's so much fun living with beloved rich drug addicts.

[@stevengreyheart980]

@@oakleyducati1 amber won her uk trial and evidence from that trial was excluded from the us trial. it's more complex than you think. johnny literally did hit her and there's tons of evidence of that. it doesn't mean she's perfect, no one is. but his money and pr campaign really worked on people that didn't pay attention. if you don't think he paid tons of money to shape the public narrative, i don't know what to tell you. amber didn't have that money. look into it. kathy was right.

[@oakleyducati1]

@@stevengreyheart980Based on the evidence that was presented in the US trial (including audio that literally has her gloating about hitting Depp (and not punching)), I’d say Heard is way far off from being perfect. Speaking of the UK trial, that video of hers where she slips up about notifying TMZ, that’s something too- isn’t it? I’m not negating the possibility of Depp being abusive towards her but that wasn’t proven in court- was it?

[@karenvanderbeck]

Kathy Griffin is brilliant, beautiful, hilarious, and unsinkable. She is an ineffable inspiration.

[@CBNeruda]

LOL

[@Tao_Tology]

You mean she's an effing inspiration.

[@CynicalDelightxXx]

Two try hards.

[@JD-iv4jt]

Lol

[@dusthymn8187]

Everyone laughing at this comment is a straight man or a woman who drinks beer

[@MiBzAn]

Kathy is a comedic goddess. She has paved the road for many many comics that have come since her. She will always be A-List to me. Love ya Kathy! 😘 ❤ Welcome back babe! 🎉❤

[@Capricorn152]

She's an icon! You can tell Jimmy actually likes her because he lets her finish a sentence!

[@darlinesly9364]

lol 😂

[@scooterdooter]

"lets her finish a sentence" = "Knows she doesn't need much prompting to be entertaining"

[@themaggattack]

She wouldn't let him not let her! 😂

[@darryl2542]

And she's been on his show a hundred times, including when she was cancelled and no one else would give her the time of day.

[@lindsaymcguire1759]

Icon? Ha

[@maddieronk4966]

I've watched her for decades. Loved when she visited the troups downrange. She nailed it. She keeps coming back again and again. SO happy she's back again. So sharp, hysterical and just a good soul!!! Love ya Kathy!!!!

[@PADS62]

I'm so happy She's back also! ❤ And cancer Free! 🥰 She's been through so much, and is still making myself and tons of others laugh! 😁💞

[@JasonB95]

The brilliance of Kathy is she has the ability to make any story sound interesting. She's great at pulling you in.

[@genghis_connie]

She’s a blast. Love that quick-witted, jaded pixie.

[@wildkatfigueroa4593]

I love her, so grateful she found love within herself to keep progressing. Can’t wait for the more!

[@sarahkathryngunn]

Yay! Love her so much…praying for her health and more moments back in our lives to make us laugh! A very strong woman 🎉❤😊

[@ELL289]

Glad she’s back. She should have never had to go through getting canceled because of that horror show Trump.

[@That1grI]

There’s an old English adage that says, do not start what you can’t finish. 😅😅😅

[@Mcjazz69]

She’s not back, it’s her corpse 🧟

[@user-mu3xk7ie2t]

Mar-O-Whacko 👨‍🦰⚖️👨‍🦲

[@convey8661]

Honestly i felt terrible for her in the first 3 seconds '

[@benscampers1818]

Clicked this video to see how far into the comments Orange Man would be mentioned. The very first comment.

[@toomanydresses]

Love you, Kathy!!! Thank you for continuing to shine through the disgusting darkness this country has put you through. Long time fan. Forever supporter. ❤

[@stickynorth]

She's the Roadrunner of American comedy. You couldn't stop her if you tried! She's personally one of the GOAT's if you ask me... PS, I would love a Kathy in Malibu series hopefully with just as crazy run-ins as that Gary Busey clips... ;-)

[@WhistleblowingGoodWitch]

Oh, that is beyond necessary and perfect timing with Barbie movie! I'd live for that ❤🎉😂

[@Heybabetv]

Truly a warrior. She’s historic and has earned her stripes with the comedic greats that came before her.

[@aryk2001]

Ummm historic? She’s not in a documentary of the past she’s happening right now. Still current

[@WhistleblowingGoodWitch]

I know she worked with Don Rickles and the like. A Comedic Great❤🎉

[@SuperGrimfandango]

A warrior????? Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!!!

[@MB-px7en]

I'm sure she would love to be referred to as historic 😅

[@Chef_Chee]

​@saramill2097I notice republikkkanns crying g again

[@georgemcaulay6009]

I've never seen her before being Australian but what a role model for anyone suffering debilitating ailments. No self pity. For people like me she's a legend

[@CT-vm4gf]

What’s being Australian got to do with it. lol, we aren’t cut off from the world.

[@WhistleblowingGoodWitch]

🫂 ❤🎉🇦🇺🇺🇸 thank you, sir! Saw her live here in Denver, Colorado, USA, and she was real 🔥

[@troydanielboy]

You should read up on what our last Prez did to her. She's a fuckin hero.

[@hayberdasher8625]

Do yourself a favor George, and watch any of her stand-up specials. She's always been fantastic.

[@JoseGonzalez-pv6sy]

She’s real as real gets when it comes to legendary people

[@bettylee234]

Kathy is a legend who overcame the unfair injustice no human being should endure and relieved she never followed through suicide. Give this woman her flowers. 💐 🏆👏💝

[@rikdammer1035]

Bless Jimmy foor booking her. I can't think of someone more deserving of an epic redemption and comeback than Kathy. I saw her in Europe when she was under investigation by the FBI / CIA (forgot which one. or both) and it sounded terrifying. So glad to see her doing well!

[@LadyHardcore]

Glad to see Kathy doing well - she's someone who deserves good things.

[@elizabethmcenearney7860]

She’s still amazing. Love her.

[@echeveria12]

I love her and I wish her all happiness and continued success. The comedians are always the truth-tellers and barometer of the times.

[@moonstoneway2694]

She’s still got it! Thanks.

[@jameshopkins503]

I just adore her. Not out to cancel anyone, not insulting (unless you deserve it), and just quick, accepting, and funny. Just wants to make people laugh.

[@margaret7688]

Always was a favorite of mine. I think she is one brave woman. Because her humor is pretty much reality, she has been attacked for it. Oh dear Kathy, keep on being you. Continued good health.

[@hayberdasher8625]

She has always been the best!

[@cajayson8301]

I would LOVE if Kathy included me in her act. I'd LMAO and feel as if I won a prize.

[@phil4208]

Jimmy and Kathy are unstoppable he even cracked her up sorry Molly, it's not just the gays that love Kathy this straight guy loves you too, imagine those 2 on tour together Republicans heads would explode

[@rydbthatsme]

I love her so much for always being so honest and direct

[@WillLasvegas]

different voice, same amount of funny! Love Kathy forever!!!

[@northerngirl1637]

Thanks for showing support for her Jimmy!👍🐾🥰💙

[@tnickknight]

She is one of the most underrated and bravest comedians out there.

[@boborrahood]

Crying for years over the outrage of her severed Trump head joke?? (And, no, I'm not a fan of Trump).

[@songsforsusan]

@@boborrahood he banned her for years, so yes she is intitled to talk about it

[@Matt-fl8uy]

@@boborrahood The idea that Obama could stay above birtherism but a prank photo could lead to Trump attacking her using his powers as president is nuts.

[@zuzauramek9850]

@@songsforsusan Coward canceled her.

[@juliemurphy5934]

So happy to see Kathy being hilarious again.

[@GAMEBUDZ]

Kathy is badass. Always loved her.

[@c.l.9344]

Kathy Griffin needs to have her own late night time slot. More women are definitely needed in late night.

[@ZennExile]

No one would watch. Sarah Silverman is 10x as funny as Kathy ever was and looks good doing it, still couldn't pull off her own show. The audience just doesn't want to watch female comedians at night. Not sure why. But it is what it is.

[@jordantoko4149]

She had either 2 or 3 seasons of a late night show called Kathy it was pretty fun and decent honestly lol

[@Woosaidthat]

That would be brilliant- but sensitive “celebrities” would be too frightened of her 😂

[@theonlyexception54]

I wish!!!!!

[@c.l.9344]

@@jordantoko4149 Didn't know that.

[@BertRussie]

Her voice has gotten so much better. She is such a fighter. So much respect

[@kristyjohnston6121]

I love that Kathy wore that! I voted for the the one with the purple top. Kathy looked gorgeous 😊❤️❤️

[@federicogou]

As witty as alwsys. Since Joan passed, I appreciate her even more. We need comedians like Kathy.

[@steelmagnolia5936]

I love that Jimmy Kimmel has had and continues to have Kathy on his show (in spite of all the years of pressure to do the opposite). When all the other hosts didn’t and don’t want to get near her, Jimmy was and still is there for her. I truly hope Kathy continues to to heal and her career flourishes again.

[@aryk2001]

Before I even watch this interview (which I’m about to) I just have to say Kathy is such a beast! I’m such a fan! She’s always called things exactly as she sees it and to be honest it’s so like inspiring to me to see someone be of her caliber in this world. She not afraid of anything and she speaks her mind! These are incredibly important survival skills and she’s had them this whole time. So much love Kathy! I love you! Thank you for being you and all you do! ❤️🙏 She is a Queen of comedy! 👏👏👏👏

[@aryk2001]

I’ll post again after I watch this just had to get that out….

[@aryk2001]

I swear I wanna hang out with her. If you ever need a dinner date, I’m more than willing to even pay for dinner girl! I work at a salon so all the world is just tea! 😂 👏 let’s discuss! 😂❤️

[@aryk2001]

Also shout out to Kimmel. Much love from some never was dude. (I’m not an attention seeker, I’m fine on my own lol) but still admire you all a lot. 🙏👍

[@thisandthat8686]

Forever my queen. I am 30 years old, and I have been watching Kathy since I was 15 years old.

[@ccalexander1924]

I seen her live once. I love her shows. I hope she goes back on tour

[@latchkeykidfilmsLLC]

Jimmy thank you for always riding for Kathy. ❤🎉

[@Du-Masses]

He seems to be a loyal friend in general and I really respect ghat.

[@Matt00740]

I’ve been waiting for Kathy to come back.

[@rikkiechambers4959]

I have much respect for her and she is as funny now as she ever was , despite all she has been through . Plus she looks great !

[@adamms9817]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA, SHE IS OUR QUEEN INDEED. Kathy truly is getting funnier dang it, I hope she gets better and better and gets to live much longer

[@ernestchacon4928]

What Kathy did some years ago now seems like putting a puzzle together on the table today..., !!!

[@leemackey6162]

You selected the right outfit, Kathy! So glad you’re cancer free! 🎉

[@norikadolmy7274]

Kathy is funnier than ever. Who knew that half a lung was holding her back

[@c.l.9344]

Trauma can produce greater humor.

[@stephro74]

Omg, I was just typing the same comment!! LOL

[@WhistleblowingGoodWitch]

Incredible! ❤🎉

[@lizdahl847]

But that voice. Hard to listen to. Headache time. Pass the Tylenol😮😮

[@boborrahood]

@@c.l.9344 WHAT humor?

[@ivydoll7195]

We miss you Kathy. Thanks for always making us laugh. You’re the best ❤

[@romanzaporozhets4237]

She is so funny .I want more of her

[@vitrock1]

Kathy was way ahead of her time trashing the Orange Insurrectionist! She is a survivor in every sense of the word! I'm so happy she is able to continue performing her edgey comedy! 💙💙

[@TheBshop100]

I love that our girl is getting her groove back.. can't wait until she can tour again..

[@joshuafranco1570]

Love Kathy Griffin. So glad too see her.

[@whostosay3256]

She’s always funny - love that Jimmy made her laugh hard

[@boborrahood]

Then is';t Jimmy the funny one if he made HER laugh?

[@nickrich56]

I love everything that KG has done. This chat with JK was hilarious... btw the voice is hers now!🥰

[@happycamper6718]

She deserves congressional medal of freedom she needs to sue trump

[@Wildflower-xe8sn]

Kathy is awesome. Saw her in San Francisco, can you imagine how funny she was in her element 🎉

[@cyanbino]

“Traylor..It’s about Taylor swift and what’s his face!” LOL

[@being1gaga]

Hey Kathy, you're doing well, and it's good to see you/ :)

[@odonovan]

Kathleen, you're after bein' a bit on the naughty side, are ya? Keep it up, young lady. May you live and laugh forever.

[@maximilian2974]

What a warrior and always serves up the truth! ❤

[@jrose216]

She’s the best. Glad she’s back

[@algr665]

My favorite trio: Joan Rivers, Margaret Cho, and the amazingly funny Kathy Griffin. Holy trinity Batman!

[@reedusurrights2547]

Man hate her all you want I could care less lol she’s F kin rad, I’ve known who she is since I was a young kid 30+ years ago and famous before that, that’s a pretty long stretch to stay famous when pretty much the only reason is because she refuses not to be lol

[@Llphi]

Love Kathy! Wishing her good health. She’s a warrior ❤

[@IFTUE9831]

She had passed through extremely hard times. First with the Trump photo drama (with the investigation from FBI and Department of Justice) then with the suicidal attempt and finally the lung cancer treat. Kudos to her for still being in the game and showing around. She's still my favorite commedian.

[@mikeyd946]

Glad she is doing shows again!!! Love this woman!!

[@Arulane]

She’s so cool. She has gotten funnier as she has gotten older. ❤❤❤

[@jasonpigott972]

Umm are we watching the same thing 😂

[@ohwowoh7281]

Kathy is so funny and resilient!

[@larbur9342]

Im glad she’s back 😂

[@briansilkworth5486]

Kathy is a trooper and one of the best comediennes out there.

[@nartouzumaki8232]

How cooL and funny can a Person be !? Team Kathy 💯💪

[@frizzky7976]

So glad to seeing her again!!!!

[@marilynm.187]

So glad to see her again! She is a comedy icon, living legend. And after everything she’s been through it’s like witnessing a warrior come back from near death battle. - Literally! Just so inspiring and proud! Nothing can stop her! ❤

[@latinoburger123]

Regardless of what you think of her If she’s funny or not She withstood the full force of the United States government plus cancer & lives to tell the tale How many of us could do that?

[@gregdahlen4375]

take it one day at a time

[@dynamicpisces]

Love Kathy but the funniest joke during her entire segment was Jimmy claiming he can barely get in😂😂😂

[@janeltranmer2284]

Soooo good to see Kathy. Hilarious, weird, strong and perhaps a bit existential? Thanks Ms. Griffin.

[@ramonar6180]

Kathy has a new career in cartoons❣️I agree about the demise of sports‼️I loved your mom on your show. She was a special lady.💕🐞

[@GoatHouseBlues]

KG is a national treasure. Great fun! Come back soon!

[@HDYaqui]

Kathy is too much! Love Her! Glad your Health is improving! 🙏🏽💕🙏🏽

[@mariepanimdim4303]

I’m so glad Jimmy is back and I love you Kathy you’re so funny😂😂😂❤ and you look fabulous at 62

[@evelynedeen]

Kathy's back! So happy for her and for us!

[@SpiderHacksaw]

Absolutely LOVE Kathy Griffin!!!! All my life. The woman is always hilarious and AMAZING!!!

[@debpotter129]

So happy to see Kathy bouncing back from some of the toughest 💩anyone has ever had to endure!

[@MicahMann]

Kathy is a treasure. ❤

[@BroughChatroom]

When I see Kathy Griffin, I click! 🎉

[@kathykb8123]

You & me both!

[@mult1versefans]

She just can’t stop being funny. You go girl! 😂🎉😊😊

[@mattfoley6082]

I love Kathy. She's ALWAYS funny.

[@dianazamarripa53]

She's funny, glad to see her again. ❤

[@BrettNickel1987]

She needs to do another comedy special ❤❤

[@andrewvazquez4493]

She is going to have one. I went to see her in Vegas Oct. 6th and it was being recorded live for a special

[@IM.758]

Give her a minute, the poor thing has only have 1 lung and you can tell she is labored. She is also like 45 pounds.

[@bonzrh68]

I can’t stop laughing these tandem, Kathy is just so hilarious, and so Jimmy is!

[@nicobambino191]

I love Kathy. She’s great

[@jsmorales]

LOVE Kathy Griffin !! ❤

[@13699111]

Kathy Griffin nailed it !!!

[@Basileus84]

Kathy is great. But if anyone saw Gary Busey on UK Celebrity Big Brother, he can't even wash himself without help. And I don't think he even knew where he was most of the time. He did win the season, but I suspect it was out of pity.

[@jakeyjokes]

Jimmy was one of the first to have her back after the Trump stuff - love their rapport together

[@lashendawest7509]

We love Kathy griffin and jimmy kimmel

[@wesllow]

She’s always so damn funny

[@tommyosuccess7919]

Wow, how in the heck did we live without your show all summer, great 2nd show!

[@1siddynickhead]

Love you Kathy! Never stop! You're hilarious!

[@jock-a-mofeena-ey7352]

G.O.A.T. Mad respect