Outrage over claims Jimmy Kimmel relative bullied Brentwood bakery for selling Spencer Pratt cookies

Nypost · May 22, 2026 · 362 words · By Ross O'Keefe

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What happened

Outrage over claims Jimmy Kimmel relative bullied Brentwood bakery for selling Spencer Pratt cookies See more of our coverage in your search results.

Why it matters

Add The California Post on GoogleLos Angeles residents and business owners are fuming over claims that the sister-in-law of lefty late-night host Jimmy Kimmel bullied a longtime grocer for selling pro-Spencer Pratt cookies.

Common ground

Carly Kimmel, Jimmy’s sister-in-law, was accused in as viral social media post of complaining about the Pratt-themed sweets sold at Vicente Foods, a 78-year-old grocery store in Brentwood.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Name Calling / Labeling, Guilt by Association: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

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What evidence would most clearly confirm or weaken the claim that Carly is the wife of the late-night host’s brother, Jonathan, who worked on Jimmy Kimmel’s show for years?
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Name Calling / Labeling 80% confidence

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Why it matters: Recognizing name calling / labeling helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

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Guilt by Association 80% confidence

Discrediting an idea by linking it to a disliked group or person.

Why it matters: Recognizing guilt by association helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

fact_checkClaims Checked

eFinder analyzed this article and checked 6 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Carly is the wife of the late-night host’s brother, Jonathan, who worked on Jimmy Kimmel’s show for years.”

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IMDb and Wikipedia entries for Jonathan Kimmel confirm he is married to Carly Kimmel. His professional background as a producer/director is noted, and the claim that he worked on Jimmy's show is consistent with the family connection and professional roles described.

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web search NEUTRAL — Jonathan Kimmel (born November 4, 1976) is an American television and film director, writer, producer, actor, and composer.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Kimmel

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web search NEUTRAL — Jimmy Kimmel returns to the air and talks about all of the people who have reached out over the last six days including fellow late night talk show hosts, fa...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1tjh_ZO_tY

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web search NEUTRAL — Jonathan Kimmel. Producer: Южный парк.Kimmel is married to Carly Kimmel and has two children, Wesley and Beatrix. BornNovember 4, 1976.
https://m.imdb.com/name/nm0453996/

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Claim 2: “Vicente Foods, a family-owned grocery store that has been open since 1948”

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Three independent sources (Vicente Foods History, LA Conservancy, and WestsideToday) explicitly state that Vicente Foods is a family-owned store established in 1948.

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web search NEUTRAL — History.Established 1948. In 1948, Lester and Esther Adams opened their grocery store on the corner of San Vicente Blvd. and Bundy Drive. It was a store that offered shoppers the finest meats, the fre…
https://vicentefoods.com/history/

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web search NEUTRAL — Student & Family Programs.Vicente Foods is still owned and operated by the Adams family, and continues to serve its Brentwood neighborhood from its stunningly intact 1962 building.
https://www.laconservancy.org/learn/historic-places/vicente-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Esther and Lester Adams opened Vicente Foods in a small storefront (where the Union 76 Service Station now sits) in 1948. The present building was constructed in 1962. Michael, their son, began workin…
https://westsidetoday.com/2010/07/16/vicente-foods-a-brentwo…

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Claim 3: “Carly Kimmel, Jimmy’s sister-in-law, was accused in as viral social media post of complaining about the Pratt-themed sweets sold at Vicente Foods”

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The provided evidence for claim 0 consists of unrelated articles about a Montreal rapper, Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, and Charlie Kirk. There is no mention of Carly Kimmel, Spencer Pratt-themed sweets, or complaints at Vicente Foods.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — A list of comedy films originally released in the 2020s. Often there may be considerable overlap particularly between comedy and other genres (including, teen, adult, romance, drama, animation, and ac…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_comedy_films_of_the_20…

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web search NEUTRAL — National Post: Government-subsidized Montreal rapper Manu Militari pulls...
https://nationalpost.com/category/news/

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web search NEUTRAL — The FCC chair accused Kimmel of upsetting “lots and lots of people” and hinted at going even further.
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/09/18/jimmy-kimmel-suspen…

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Claim 4: “Pratt has seen his campaign surge in recent weeks as he takes on incumbent Karen Bass and socialist-linked Councilwoman Nithya Raman.”

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Multiple web search results confirm that Spencer Pratt is running a mayoral campaign in Los Angeles and has participated in debates against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman.

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web search NEUTRAL — Spencer Pratt talks Los Angeles mayoral campaign, debate performance: Watch the full interview.Los Angeles mayoral election: Mayor Karen Bass, reality TV star Spencer Pratt, Councilmember Nithya Raman…
https://news.google.com/stories/CAAqNggKIjBDQklTSGpvSmMzUnZj…

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web search NEUTRAL — Spencer Pratt just DESTROYED Nithya Raman who was trying to convince LA that he and Karen Bass are teaming up against her because they have a better chance against each other. Pratt: "First off, Mayor…
https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/spencer-pratt-la-mayoral-d…

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web search NEUTRAL — Spencer Pratt: ‘No.’ Karen Bass: Word salad.Spencer Pratt just DESTROYED Nithya Raman who was trying to convince LA that he and Karen Bass are teaming up against her because they have a better chance …
https://www.oann.com/newsroom/gop-candidate-spencer-pratt-ga…

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Claim 5: “Vicente Foods, a 78-year-old grocery store in Brentwood”

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Multiple sources confirm Vicente Foods is a grocery store in Brentwood. While the '78-year-old' specific number depends on the current date, evidence from the LA Conservancy and WestsideToday confirms it was established in 1948, which aligns with the timeline (1948 to 2026 is 78 years).

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — From January 7 to 31, 2025, 14 destructive wildfires affected the Los Angeles metropolitan area and San Diego County in California, United States. The fires were exacerbated by drought conditions, low…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/January_2025_Southern_Californ…

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Santa Monica (Spanish: Santa Mónica, lit. 'Saint Monica') is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It is situated along Santa Monica Bay on California's South Coast. As of the 2020 …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Monica,_California

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web search NEUTRAL — Vicente Fernández Gómez (17 February 1940 – 12 December 2021) was a Mexican mariachi singer, actor and film producer. Nicknamed " Chente " (short for Vicente), " El Charro de Huentitán " (The Charro f…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vicente_Fernández

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Claim 6: “The popular LA fashion and lifestyle boutique Kitson... said that it “spoke to a reliable source” who confirmed the complaint came from Carly.”

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The provided evidence for claim 2 discusses boutiques in Tucson, Arizona, and does not mention the LA boutique Kitson or any statements regarding Carly Kimmel.

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web search NEUTRAL — Dec 4, 2025 · Whether you’re a local looking to refresh your wardrobe or a visitor hunting for that perfect souvenir, these boutiques promise to inspire and delight. So, let’s dive into the fabulous w…
https://tucsonnav.com/best-boutiques-in-tucson

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web search NEUTRAL — Explore Angie's globally-inspired clothing alongside our collection of beloved labels. Discover your perfect outfit, the Creations way. If you have any questions about our products or your purchase, m…
https://www.creations24.com/

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web search NEUTRAL — See more boutiques in Tucson. What are people saying about women's clothing in Tucson, AZ? This is a review for women's clothing in Tucson, AZ: "Absolutely L O V E this boutique. I've walked by more t…
https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Boutiques&find_loc=Tuc…

info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.