Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel found himself in disbelief during a recent episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! when discussing the bizarre case of the “CEO Shooter.” The alleged criminal behind the viral headlines has an unexpectedly humorous name—Luigi Mangione—and Kimmel couldn’t help but point out the irony.
“Can you believe it?” Kimmel quipped during his monologue. “The CEO Shooter has a name as funny as Luigi Mangione! It sounds like he’s a character from a video game—like Mario’s edgy cousin who didn’t make it to the Mushroom Kingdom.”
The late-night comedian’s reaction quickly went viral, sparking memes and jokes across social media. Fans chimed in with their own takes, with one Twitter user writing, “Luigi Mangione? Sounds like he’s about to challenge Mario in a pasta-eating contest.”
Luigi Mangione dubbed the “CEO Shooter,” has been at the center of intense media coverage after allegedly targeting high-profile executives in what law enforcement believes to be a series of vendettas. While the case itself is serious, Kimmel’s knack for turning any situation into comedic gold struck a chord with his audience.
“Of all the names in the world, why Luigi Mangione?” Kimmel continued. “This is like finding out the Hamburglar’s real name is Greg Ravioli!”
Social media erupted with posts, many poking fun at the name while acknowledging the gravity of the case. “Jimmy Kimmel had me crying,” wrote one TikTok user, sharing a clip of the segment. Others posted photos of fictional characters named Luigi, with captions like, “Luigi Mangione is out here wildin’.”
Despite the comedic tone, Kimmel was quick to remind his viewers of the real-life consequences of Mangione’s alleged actions. “We can joke about the name all we want, but let’s not forget that these are serious allegations. People’s lives were affected, and justice needs to be served,” he said.
Jimmy Kimmel has once again proven his ability to make even the most surreal news stories memorable. Whether you’re laughing at the name Luigi Mangione or following the updates on the case, one thing’s for sure—the “CEO Shooter” saga has cemented its place in the 2024 pop culture zeitgeist.
As Kimmel signed off, he left his audience with one final zinger: “Maybe Luigi Mangione should consider rebranding… I hear Bowser’s hiring.”