Posted on Nov 27, 2025 / Celebs

Kimmel is of mixed European ancestry, mostly Italian on his mother’s side and German on his father’s side. His family originally lived in Brooklyn, New York, before moving to Las Vegas when he was young. He grew up in a working-class household, which he often jokes about in interviews and monologues. His parents weren’t in showbiz, so he had to hustle early in his career. The “regular guy” vibe probably comes from that upbringing. It’s a big part of why a lot of his fans relate to him. His family story isn’t glamorous but it’s very American.
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