Christiane Amanpour Announces Departure from CNN After 43 Years

Veteran journalist Christiane Amanpour confirmed she will exit CNN in June 2027, ending a 43-year tenure that began as a news-desk assistant and later included hosting her own program on CNN International. In a statement, Amanpour said she is “looking forward to interesting new projects down the line” and will continue to support the network’s tradition of independent journalism. > "Remember: always be truthful, not neutral," she added.

CNN chairman Mark Thompson wrote to staff that the decision had been discussed for several months and expressed regret at her departure, noting that it is “the right time for her, both personally and professionally.” He thanked Amanpour for “43 years of remarkable journalism, loyalty and friendship.”

Amanpour’s announcement follows the recent acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by David Ellison’s Skydance, which places CNN under new corporate ownership. Earlier this year, she voiced concerns at a journalism summit in London about the impact of Ellison’s takeover on editorial independence, referencing changes at other outlets he has acquired.