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Christiane Amanpour to Depart CNN After 43 Years
Veteran journalist and anchor Christiane Amanpour announced on Monday that she is leaving CNN in June, concluding a 43-year career with the network. The 68-year-old chief international correspondent stated that she reached the decision after months of thought and sleepless nights. Her daily programs on CNN and PBS will end this year, though she will continue hosting a weekly show on CNN until May and assist with the transition until her departure.
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What happened
- 01Christiane Amanpour is leaving CNN in June after a 43-year career with the network.
- 02Amanpour's daily programs on CNN and PBS will end this year, but she will host a weekly show until May.
- 03CNN CEO Mark Thompson confirmed the decision was discussed over several months.
- 04The 68-year-old journalist rose to prominence covering global conflicts in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
- 05Her departure coincides with CNN's acquisition by Skydance amid financial challenges and bias concerns.
- 06In October 2025, Amanpour apologized for suggesting Israeli hostages held by Hamas might have received better treatment than Gazans.
CNN CEO Mark Thompson confirmed that he and Amanpour had discussed the decision for several months, acknowledging that it was the right time for her personally and professionally. Amanpour began her career at CNN in 1983 as a news assistant on the foreign desk and rose to prominence covering major global conflicts in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Her exit coincides with organizational upheaval at CNN, which is transitioning to the ownership of Skydance amid financial challenges, debt, and concerns about political bias.
Throughout her career, Amanpour closely covered Israel, often sparking controversy. In October 2025, she caused an uproar by suggesting on air that Israeli hostages held by Hamas might have received better treatment than Gaza residents. Following public outcry, she apologized, describing her remarks as insensitive.
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Christiane Amanpour to Depart CNN After 43 Years