In a surprising announcement today, it was reported that Fox News host Tucker Carlson is leaving the network (NBC News). Carlson, who was the network’s most popular prime-time host and a leading voice in the modern political discourse, is parting ways with Fox News retroactively (The Washington Post). The news came less than a week after the network agreed to pay $787.5 million in a defamation lawsuit in which Mr. Carlson’s show was involved (The New York Times).
Fox News released a statement saying that Carlson and the media company have “agreed to part ways” (ABC News). Carlson’s last program of “Tucker Carlson Tonight” was on Friday, and his departure marks a seismic shift in the cable news world (USA Today). A look at Carlson’s career in photos shows a long tenure at Fox News, where he built a loyal following over the years (USA Today).
The reason for Carlson’s departure is not yet clear, and some are left wondering what’s next for the popular host (The Washington Post). Carlson has been a controversial figure in the media, with some of his comments drawing fire in recent years (The Independent). In fact, a firestorm over some of his comments threatened to engulf Fox News just a month ago (The Guardian).
It’s unclear what the future holds for Carlson, but his departure from Fox News marks the end of a significant chapter in his career (Deadline). As one of the most recognizable faces in cable news, Tucker Carlson will undoubtedly be missed by many fans of his show (NBC News). However, it remains to be seen where he will land next and what his next move will be.
