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Greatest Talk Show Hosts of All Time
Conan O’Brien or Jimmy Kimmel

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CONAN O’BRIEN

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JIMMY KIMMEL
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Why This Battle Matters

Isn't the heart of a late-night comedy battle often a clash of philosophies? On one corner, Jimmy Kimmel - the everyman’s champion with a knack for viral antics and a touch of heartwarming earnestness. On the other, Conan O’Brien – the gangly maestro of oddball comedy and surrealist sketches. This isn’t just about who made us laugh more; it’s about what flavor of humor resonates deeper in the cultural zeitgeist. Are we, the audience, leaning towards Kimmel's grounded, relatable banter or Conan’s eccentric, unpredictable jabs? Your favorite unveils not just a host, but the type of late-night escapism you cherish.

🔥 Fan Takes

i mean, jimmy's ok?? but conan's my childhood dude, can't vote against him
Kimmel's cool, but Conan's hair alone should win. Fights the good fight with humor!
lol remember when Conan pulled that lever and everything went wrong? iconic.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Conan O’Brien over Jimmy Kimmel when it comes to the greatest Talk Show Hosts of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Conan O’Brien 67.7% of the time over Jimmy Kimmel.

Across all battles:

Conan O’Brien win rate: 48.6%

Jimmy Kimmel win rate: 36.9%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Talk Show Hosts of All Time league?

The top contender right now is Johnny Carson. You can see how he stacks up against other legends on the GOAT List.

What's the big deal about this matchup between Jimmy Kimmel and Conan O'Brien?

The clash between Jimmy Kimmel and Conan O'Brien is a hot topic because they bring drastically different vibes to late-night TV. Kimmel's more everyman, prankish style contrasts sharply with Conan's absurdist, intellectual brand of humor, making this a face-off between two distinct flavors of comedy.

Why is Conan O'Brien leading in the vote against Jimmy Kimmel in the Greatest Talk Show Hosts of All Time league?

Conan O'Brien is currently ahead, likely because his unique brand of quirky, self-deprecating humor resonates so well with a lot of fans. His long tenure in late-night TV has also built a strong, loyal following that loves his offbeat comedy and memorable remote segments.