Former 2020 Candidate Pete Buttigieg br Will Guest Host 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' The gig comes after br Buttigieg dropped out of the br race for the Democratic nomination. He will step in for Kimmel on March 12 and one of his br guests will be 'Star Trek' legend Patrick Stewart. Pete Buttigieg, via 'Today Show' The former South Bend, Indiana Mayor also br says he will handle the opening monologue. Buttigieg admits he will need br some help from the show's writing team. Pete Buttigieg, via br 'Today Show' Since dropping out of the 2020 race, Buttigieg br has endorsed former VP Joe Biden. The 38-year-old adds to 'Today' br that he will "have some fun" br before seeking his next role.