Neil Cavuto is leaving Fox News after 28 years: reasons for departure and next steps
20 december 2024 в 19:13
Neil Cavuto was on the air at Fox News for 28 years until December 2024. The veteran news anchor, who hosted programs such as «Your World with Neil Cavuto» and «Cavuto Live», - announced his departure from the network on December 19, 2024. Naturally, viewers were curious as to why Neil was leaving Fox, especially considering that the host had said he had been planning his departure for «some time».
After Neil announced the news on air, the network released a statement praising him for his professionalism and dedication to journalism.
«Neil Cavuto’s illustrious career has been a master class in journalism, and we are extremely proud of his incredible 28-year tenure with Fox News Media», - the statement read. «His programs have defined the business, news, and set the standard for the entire industry. We wish him a heartfelt farewell and all the best in his next chapter».
Donald Trump also reacted to the news, calling Neil «the lowest-rated host on Fox» and noting his departure in a post on Truth Social.
Find out what Neil is doing after leaving Fox News below.
Neil began his on-air appearance by saying, «I'm leaving Fox. I’ve been planning this day for some time. It just seemed like now was a good time [to leave]».
«Some of you might be thinking, 'Well, Neil, it’s about time!'» he joked, before admitting, «After all, I’ve been here for almost three decades. You know, there are people working with me now who weren’t even born when I started at Fox — that’s how old I am. But I’m not leaving journalism, I’m just leaving here».
Neil did not specify why he decided to leave Fox, but continue his career in journalism. However, he emphasized that he is «forever grateful to his bosses» at the news network. They even offered Neil a «very generous opportunity» to stay, as he revealed.
The journalist also recalled several health issues he had faced over the years, which had caused him to miss «a day or two, battling everything from multiple sclerosis and COVID to countless infections, even open-heart surgery».
«I may not be lucky with health, but I am very lucky with the support I have received here, and the things I have been able to do here, because I could do what I love to do — tell the news», - Neil said. «Not shout the news. Not sensationalize the news. Not — well, name-call, just assess events, follow the news, hold truth to power, and justice for all. That’s how, that’s me».
By the end of his appearance, Neil acknowledged the work behind the scenes — «producers, writers, cameramen, and directors on three shows all these years, who carried me, and it can be quite a burden».
According to Newsweek, Neil has a net worth of $ 25 million by 2024. The publication also reported that his salary at Fox was $ 7 million.
Neil did not mention where he is heading after Fox News. Many viewers, however, are wondering if he is following in the footsteps of his former colleague Chris Wallace, who left Fox after 18 years to work at CNN. However, Chris left CNN after two years.
As for Neil, he wished Fox viewers «good thoughts and wishes» in his farewell appearance in December 2024. Emphasizing his mother’s advice to «count our blessings», - Neil added, «In the end, that should be our focus, and that’s mine today. Not all that divides us, or the anger that saddens us, but much more important things that unite us, define us, and uplift us. I have tried to appeal to those better angels, and I am grateful to you for this chance»
After Neil announced the news on air, the network released a statement praising him for his professionalism and dedication to journalism.
«Neil Cavuto’s illustrious career has been a master class in journalism, and we are extremely proud of his incredible 28-year tenure with Fox News Media», - the statement read. «His programs have defined the business, news, and set the standard for the entire industry. We wish him a heartfelt farewell and all the best in his next chapter».
Donald Trump also reacted to the news, calling Neil «the lowest-rated host on Fox» and noting his departure in a post on Truth Social.
Find out what Neil is doing after leaving Fox News below.
Neil began his on-air appearance by saying, «I'm leaving Fox. I’ve been planning this day for some time. It just seemed like now was a good time [to leave]».
«Some of you might be thinking, 'Well, Neil, it’s about time!'» he joked, before admitting, «After all, I’ve been here for almost three decades. You know, there are people working with me now who weren’t even born when I started at Fox — that’s how old I am. But I’m not leaving journalism, I’m just leaving here».
Neil did not specify why he decided to leave Fox, but continue his career in journalism. However, he emphasized that he is «forever grateful to his bosses» at the news network. They even offered Neil a «very generous opportunity» to stay, as he revealed.
The journalist also recalled several health issues he had faced over the years, which had caused him to miss «a day or two, battling everything from multiple sclerosis and COVID to countless infections, even open-heart surgery».
«I may not be lucky with health, but I am very lucky with the support I have received here, and the things I have been able to do here, because I could do what I love to do — tell the news», - Neil said. «Not shout the news. Not sensationalize the news. Not — well, name-call, just assess events, follow the news, hold truth to power, and justice for all. That’s how, that’s me».
By the end of his appearance, Neil acknowledged the work behind the scenes — «producers, writers, cameramen, and directors on three shows all these years, who carried me, and it can be quite a burden».
According to Newsweek, Neil has a net worth of $ 25 million by 2024. The publication also reported that his salary at Fox was $ 7 million.
Neil did not mention where he is heading after Fox News. Many viewers, however, are wondering if he is following in the footsteps of his former colleague Chris Wallace, who left Fox after 18 years to work at CNN. However, Chris left CNN after two years.
As for Neil, he wished Fox viewers «good thoughts and wishes» in his farewell appearance in December 2024. Emphasizing his mother’s advice to «count our blessings», - Neil added, «In the end, that should be our focus, and that’s mine today. Not all that divides us, or the anger that saddens us, but much more important things that unite us, define us, and uplift us. I have tried to appeal to those better angels, and I am grateful to you for this chance»
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