CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour leaving network after a storied career of 43 years

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   CNN Chief International Anchor Christiane Amanpour to Depart in June

   CNN chief international anchor Christiane Amanpour is leaving the network next June after a career spanning 43 years. Amanpour began her tenure as an entry-level assistant before rising to prominence as a war zone correspondent and television anchor. Starting in 2027, she will scale back her daily international program to air once a week before ending it entirely in May, followed by her departure the next month. She also plans to conclude her PBS show at the end of the year while continuing her podcast, "The Ex Files," with her ex-husband, Jamie Rubin.

   Why it matters

   Amanpour's departure coincides with a leadership transition at CNN as the network comes under the ownership of Skydance following an $81 billion merger that places CNN and CBS under the same corporate umbrella. Alongside her exit, CNN is also losing anchor Bianna Golodryga, who is moving to Politico and CBS News. Amanpour stated in a Monday announcement that she looks forward to interesting new projects in the future.

   What is confirmed

   • Christiane Amanpour is leaving CNN after a 43-year career at the network.
   • Amanpour plans to scale back her daily show on CNN International to once a week starting in 2027 before ending the program in May and leaving the network the following month.
   • Amanpour will also end her PBS show at the end of the year.
   • Amanpour's departure coincides with CNN coming under new owner Skydance following an $81 billion merger.

   What to watch next

   • Announcements regarding who will permanently replace Christiane Amanpour on CNN International
   • The final broadcast dates and format adjustments for Amanpour's remaining shows on CNN and PBS
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   6. The New York Times — Christiane Amanpour Says She Is Leaving CNN After 43 Years
   7. CNN — Christiane Amanpour announces she will leave CNN next June
   8. Reuters — Christiane Amanpour to leave CNN after four decades as Ellison era begins
   9. AP News — CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour leaving network after a storied career of 43 years
   10. The Jerusalem Post — How Christiane Amanpour's legacy at CNN was shaped by debate over Israel
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