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Christiane Amanpour Bids Farewell to CNN in 2027
19 Oct
Summary
- Christiane Amanpour will depart from CNN in June 2027.
- Her program will air weekly from January 2027 until May 2027.
- Amanpour cited 43 years at the network and a desire for new projects.
Acclaimed journalist Christiane Amanpour is set to conclude her 43-year journey with CNN in June 2027. The international anchor revealed her decision, stating it followed many months of reflection. Amanpour expressed excitement for "interesting new projects down the line" and pledged continued support for CNN's journalistic legacy.
Her on-screen presence will shift in January 2027, with her nightly program moving to a once-a-week schedule until its final broadcast in May 2027. She will continue reporting and traveling globally for the network until her official departure in June 2027.
CNN chairman Mark Thompson acknowledged Amanpour's thoughtful decision, expressing regret over her exit but accepting it as the right time for her. He commended her status as one of the world's most trusted journalists and announced plans to honor her contributions before she leaves.
Amanpour expressed gratitude to her colleagues, particularly her show teams and field crews, recalling significant assignments from the First Gulf War to conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. She emphasized their collective effort in seeking truth and broadcasting it "without fear nor favor."
Beyond her CNN commitments, Amanpour will continue co-hosting her podcast, 'The Ex Files,' alongside her ex-husband, Jamie Rubin.
