Former U.S. Rep. George Santos Sues Jimmy Kimmel Over Cameo Videos

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos filed a lawsuit against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, alleging that Kimmel deceived him into creating videos on the Cameo app that were later used to mock Santos on the show. The lawsuit also names ABC and Walt Disney Co. as defendants. The suit accuses Kimmel of misrepresenting himself to induce Santos to create personalized videos that were eventually used to ridicule him. Santos is seeking damages of $750,000 for the five videos that were played on the show and various social media platforms, as well as other damages to be determined at trial.

Background

The lawsuit revolves around the claim that Jimmy Kimmel used videos created on the Cameo app to mock George Santos, leading to a legal battle between the two parties.

Legal Action

Santos has taken legal action against Kimmel, ABC, and Walt Disney Co., seeking damages for the alleged misrepresentation and ridicule caused by the use of the personalized videos.