Christiane Amanpour Leaves CNN After 43 Years of Service

Christiane Amanpour, CNN's chief international anchor, announced her departure from the network after 43 years on October 19. She reflected on her future before making the decision, stating, “After many months of thought and a few sleepless nights, I have decided to separate from CNN, my partner of 43 fantastic years!” Her exit will occur in stages, with her daily program, Amanpour, transitioning to a weekly format at the beginning of 2027 and concluding in May.

She will complete her remaining assignments before officially leaving CNN in June 2027. Additionally, Amanpour will end her PBS program, Amanpour & Company, at the end of 2026.

Despite her departure, she intends to stay active in journalism through The Ex Files podcast, which she co-hosts with her former husband, Jamie Rubin. Amanpour joined CNN in 1983 and became a prominent foreign correspondent, covering significant global conflicts.

CNN Chairman Mark Thompson acknowledged her as one of the network's most trusted journalists and noted that her decision was made after careful consideration.