CNN Releases Statement on Lemon's Exit
In a statement, CNN confirmed the departure, expressing gratitude for Lemon's contributions and wishing him well in his future endeavors.
Lemon "Stunned" by Termination Process
Lemon took to Twitter to express his shock at learning about his contract termination through his agent rather than directly from CNN management.
Controversial Comments on Nikki Haley
Earlier this year, Lemon faced criticism for commenting on-air that presidential candidate Nikki Haley was not "in her prime" at 51.
Accusations of Workplace Misogyny
A recent Variety report accused Lemon of workplace misogyny and "diva-like behavior," which the news anchor denied as baseless.
BREAKING: CNN has terminated Don Lemon's contract, effective immediately.
— Paryte (@Parytecom) April 24, 2023
Tucker Carlson Fired from Fox News
On the same day, another media giant, controversial right-wing host Tucker Carlson, was ousted from Fox News after the network agreed to pay Dominion Voting Systems $787 million to settle a defamation lawsuit. Dominion accused Fox News of promoting false claims about the company's involvement in voter fraud during the 2020 election.
