CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour is leaving the network after 43 years
Christiane Amanpour announced her departure from CNN in a video, ending her regular programs at CNN and PBS by the end of 2026. She will reduce her CNN International show to weekly episodes starting in January 2027 and host 'Amanpour' until June 2027. Amanpour has disclosed her battle with ovarian cancer and covered major international conflicts including the Gulf War, Bosnia, Rwanda, Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Iran. Mark Thompson, CNN president, praised her career and acknowledged her trusted role, while raising concerns about CBS News' editorial independence after the acquisition of Warner Bros.
- Christiane Amanpour worked for CNN for 43 years.
- Amanpour will reduce her daily program on CNN International to once weekly in early 2027.
- Paramount, which owns Skydance, completed the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery on October 6.
- Christiane Amanpour has publicly discussed her battle with ovarian cancer.
- Mark Thompson described Christiane Amanpour as one of the most trusted journalists.
- Skydance recently acquired the parent company of CNN.
- Christiane Amanpour mentioned concerns regarding the editorial independence of CBS News.
- Amanpour covered conflicts in Bosnia, Rwanda, Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Iran.
- Mark Thompson and Bari Weiss kept their positions.
- U.S. legislators accused David Ellison of favoring Donald Trump in CBS News coverage.
- Kristijan Amanpur hosted the evening interview program on CNN International since 2009.
- Amanpur said she will remain independent after leaving.
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