Fox News’ top-performing host Tucker Carlson is leaving the network after appearing in the prime-time slot since November 2016.
The sudden departure did not leave Carlson time to host a final farewell episode of his wildly successful program Tucker Carlson Tonight. His last episode was broadcast on Friday, April 21, the network said. An interim show featuring a rotating cast of Fox News personalities will fill the 8 p.m. hour until a new host is named.
While the reason for Carlson’s departure from Fox is unknown, many conservatives have observed that his on-air coverage often appeared to be at odds with the headquarters and other media divisions within the firm (National Review).
Mr. Carlson, whose contract was renewed in 2021, will be paid out for the rest of his contract, people familiar with the matter said. Mr. Carlson is paid about $20 million a year, one of the people said. Mr. Carlson found out he was being let go about 10 minutes before the network announced his departure, the people said (Wall Street Journal).
Meanwhile at CCN....
Embattled and controversial CNN host Don Lemon announced on Monday afternoon that he’d been fired by CNN after weeks of negative stories swirling around him for his on-air statements and off-camera behavior. “I was informed this morning by my agent that I have been terminated by CNN,” Lemon wrote, adding “I am stunned.” Taking a swipe at his now-former employer, Lemon said “It is clear that there are some larger issues at play,” though he did not enumerate what he thought they might be (Townhall).
"Don Lemon’s statement about this morning’s events is inaccurate. He was offered an opportunity to meet with management but instead released a statement on Twitter (CNN- Twitter)."
"CNN Nuking Don Lemon as a liar on his way out the door is really something else (Benny Johnson - Twitter)."
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