Comedian rejects Andy Cohen’s NYE tequila shot with brutal joke about CNN firing Don Lemon
1 week ago

Comedian rejects Andy Cohen’s NYE tequila shot with brutal joke about CNN firing Don Lemon

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Comedian Roy Wood Jr. appeared to call out CNN for its firing of longtime anchor Don Lemon during the network’s New Year’s Eve broadcast. Wood Jr. and his Have I Got News For You co-stars Amber Ruffin and Michael Ian Black joined Andy Cohen and CNN’s Anderson Cooper for their special New Year’s Eve Live coverage in New York City’s Time Square. Roy Wood Jr. seemingly referenced Don Lemon’s CNN expulsion as he joked that ‘the last Black man that drank on this network got fired’ Wood Jr.’s comments were seemingly in reference to Lemon’s expulsion from the network after 17 years. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free CNN later addressed Lemon’s sharp-tongued response, claiming that his “statement about this morning’s events is inaccurate.

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'No, I Don't!': Roy Wood Jr. Gets In Zinger At CNN During New Year's Eve Show
1 week, 1 day ago

'No, I Don't!': Roy Wood Jr. Gets In Zinger At CNN During New Year's Eve Show

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Comic Roy Wood Jr., host of CNN’s “Have I Got News For You,” wouldn’t join the network’s tradition of boozing it up during the New Year’s Eve broadcast for one simple reason. “Does anyone want a shot?” Andy Cohen asked Wood and others during Tuesday night’s show. “The last Black man to drink on this network got …

Musk abruptly cancels ‘The Don Lemon Show’ on X after he sits for the program’s first interview
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Musk abruptly cancels ‘The Don Lemon Show’ on X after he sits for the program’s first interview

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Elon Musk abruptly canceled “The Don Lemon Show” on his social media network X after the former CNN anchor recorded an interview with the billionaire for its as-yet unaired first episode. Musk owns X, formerly known as Twitter, and frequently proclaims himself a “free speech absolutist.” In a post on X, the San Francisco-based company said only …

'I Feel Vindicated': Don Lemon Opens Up About Chris Licht's CNN Exit
1 year, 4 months ago

'I Feel Vindicated': Don Lemon Opens Up About Chris Licht's CNN Exit

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The former anchor, who was relieved of his duties in April following 17 years at the network, appeared on New York Magazine’s “Pivot” podcast Friday to discuss his own abrupt exit and Licht’s subsequent departure, as well as changes at the network during the executive’s tenure. Licht and other CNN officials had “wanted to be centrist” and …

Don Lemon breaks silence two months after CNN firing
1 year, 6 months ago

Don Lemon breaks silence two months after CNN firing

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former CNN anchor Don …

Don Lemon hints at his gripes with CNN in his first interview since his firing
1 year, 6 months ago

Don Lemon hints at his gripes with CNN in his first interview since his firing

LA Times  

Don Lemon recently spoke about CNN and the state of journalism in his first interview since he was fired from the network two months ago. In his first interview since departing from the news network in April, the former anchor spoke on Saturday with ABC24 Memphis about the current state of journalism and life after CNN. News of Lemon’s firing …

Why was Don Lemon fired from CNN?
1 year, 8 months ago

Why was Don Lemon fired from CNN?

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Morning host Don Lemon’s tenure came to a sudden end …

Vivek Ramaswamy says he was NOT offended by Don Lemon's aggressive questioning on CNN
1 year, 8 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy says he was NOT offended by Don Lemon's aggressive questioning on CNN

Daily Mail  

Ramaswamy said Lemon, who has been accused of sexism in the past, 'sidelined' his co-host Poppy Harlow during the heated segment The 2024 presidential hopeful told The Megyn Kelly Show the network has a chance to replace Lemon with 'a more thoughtful journalist' Vivek Ramaswamy said his contentious clash with Don Lemon that is believed to have led to the …

Why was Don Lemon suddenly fired after 17 years with CNN?
1 year, 8 months ago

Why was Don Lemon suddenly fired after 17 years with CNN?

Daily Mail  

The statements shed little light on what actually led to Lemon's exit, while providing confirmation of the latest failed experiment under CEO Chris Licht Don Lemon said he was left 'stunned' by his sudden firing from CNN after more than 17 years - but why exactly was the morning newscaster axed? 'She says people, you know, politicians are suddenly not …

'I am stunned', here's what Don Lemon said on getting squeezed out of CNN after fiery debate with GOP candidate
1 year, 8 months ago

'I am stunned', here's what Don Lemon said on getting squeezed out of CNN after fiery debate with GOP candidate

Hindustan Times  

CNN's former anchor, Don Lemon, has been terminated after a heated debate with GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. The argument took place during an episode of "CNN This Morning" where they discussed the Civil Rights movement, black Americans, and the Second Amendment. Lemon's visible irritability during the conversation may have been a contributing factor to his departure from the cable …

CNN co-hosts address Don Lemon’s exit on air: ‘Thankful to have worked alongside him’
1 year, 8 months ago

CNN co-hosts address Don Lemon’s exit on air: ‘Thankful to have worked alongside him’

LA Times  

Kaitlan Collins, left, Don Lemon and Poppy Harlow co-anchored “CNN This Morning” before Lemon was fired this week. Before covering current events such as President Biden’s bid for reelection and a ceasefire in Sudan, co-anchors Kaitlan Collins and Poppy Harlow updated viewers on “news about this show.” Lemon joined “CNN This Morning” less than a year before he was ousted …

Don Lemon fired from CNN after divisive morning show run
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon fired from CNN after divisive morning show run

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — CNN fired longtime host Don Lemon on Monday following his short and disastrous run as a morning show host, a little over two months after he apologized for on-air comments about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley being past her prime. While CNN chairman and CEO Chris Licht announced, after Lemon had co-hosted the show Monday, that they …

Don Lemon: Timeline of ‘fired’ CNN host’s career
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon: Timeline of ‘fired’ CNN host’s career

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Don Lemon While attending the latter, he began his career as a news assistant for …

Don Lemon fired from CNN: Even Tucker Carlson didn’t go out this hilariously.
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon fired from CNN: Even Tucker Carlson didn’t go out this hilariously.

Slate  

After a hallucinatory 17-year-long run at CNN—which included heinous interviews with Bill Cosby accusers, intrepid reporting on the density of marijuana smoke at Ferguson protests, and, more recently, a string of sexism allegations broken by Variety that date back at least 15 years—Don Lemon is out at CNN. You must also consider why it took this long for Lemon to …

CNN insiders slam 'misogynistic, sexist, POS' Don Lemon as he's fired
1 year, 8 months ago

CNN insiders slam 'misogynistic, sexist, POS' Don Lemon as he's fired

Daily Mail  

CNN insiders have branded Don Lemon a 'misogynist' and 'sexist' after he was unceremoniously fired from the network after 17 years. During a segment of CNN This Morning in February, Lemon said that women who were older than 40 years old were 'past their prime,' causing outrage among staffers and viewers alike. He made the comments while discussing presidential candidate …

Don Lemon is FIRED by CNN
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon is FIRED by CNN

Daily Mail  

Don Lemon has been fired by CNN after 17 years. Lemon waves goodbye at the end of CNN This Morning - a moment that would prove to be his final appearance as a CNN anchor after 17 years with the network CNN anchor Don Lemon was fired from the network on Monday after months of controversy Don Lemon tweeted out …

CNN fires longtime TV anchor Don Lemon
1 year, 8 months ago

CNN fires longtime TV anchor Don Lemon

The Telegraph  

CNN has fired Don Lemon, one of its highest-paid and best-known TV anchors, the host said in a post on Twitter on Monday, adding he was "stunned" by the decision. Mr Lemon, 57, who had a reputation as a fiery political commentator during his eight years as a prime-time anchor, faced severe criticism earlier this year for comments made on …

Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson fired at the same time? Twitter is having a field day
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson fired at the same time? Twitter is having a field day

LA Times  

Media personalities Don Lemon, left, and Tucker Carlson were both fired Monday by their respective TV networks. “f— him.” Right-wing figures — including political commentator Candace Owens, apparent business heir Donald Trump Jr. and former Fox News host Megyn Kelly — also reacted to Carlson’s unexpected departure. “This is a terrible move by Fox, and it’s a great thing for …

Don Lemon says he was fired by CNN without warning. Network blasts ‘inaccurate’ statement
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon says he was fired by CNN without warning. Network blasts ‘inaccurate’ statement

LA Times  

CNN anchor Don Lemon says he was fired from the network. “Don Lemon’s statement about this morning’s events is inaccurate,” the network said in a statement posted online. In an unusual move, Licht told the staff in a memo announcing Lemon’s return from suspension that the anchor would undergo “formal training” — most likely diversity, equity and inclusion instruction from …

CNN gives Don Lemon final warning after his sexist comments: report
1 year, 10 months ago

CNN gives Don Lemon final warning after his sexist comments: report

Raw Story  

CNN anchor Don Lemon is back at his job after a short hiatus due to his comments about whether or not Nikki Haley is in her "prime," but according to TMZ, his employer has him on thin ice. Lemon had been off the air since Thursday when he said the 51-year-old Haley was not “in her prime” during a segment …

CNN divides viewers with decision to allow Don Lemon to return to air upon completion of ‘formal training’
1 year, 10 months ago

CNN divides viewers with decision to allow Don Lemon to return to air upon completion of ‘formal training’

The Independent  

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Don Lemon is back on ‘CNN This Morning.’ But can he last?
1 year, 10 months ago

Don Lemon is back on ‘CNN This Morning.’ But can he last?

LA Times  

Co-anchor Don Lemon will return to “CNN This Morning,” but his network is requiring him to undergo sensitivity training. In a highly unusual move, CNN Chief Executive Chris Licht told staff in a memo announcing Lemon’s return that the anchor would undergo “formal training” — most likely diversity, equity and inclusion instruction from parent company Warner Bros. Discovery’s human resources …

Don Lemon forced to make a 'groveling apology' to CNN staff: report
1 year, 10 months ago

Don Lemon forced to make a 'groveling apology' to CNN staff: report

Raw Story  

"CNN This Morning" anchor Don Lemon had to offer a "groveling apology" to his coworkers at CNN on the daily editorial call, after he made comments about former U.N. The people I am closest to in this organization are women.” Network CEO Chris Licht also spoke about the incident on the call, saying it was “unacceptable and unfair and a …

'He's kowtowing to bosses': CNN's Jake Tapper accused of trying to 'kiss-up' to new CEO Chris Licht
2 years, 3 months ago

'He's kowtowing to bosses': CNN's Jake Tapper accused of trying to 'kiss-up' to new CEO Chris Licht

Daily Mail  

CNN's Jake Tapper has been accused of 'kowtowing to the new bosses' and deliberately steering his program to the right, in a bid to win over CEO Chris Licht. Jake Tapper, CNN's lead Washington anchor, will take over the 9pm slot from Chris Cuomo, who was forced from the network in December Since taking the helm, Chris Licht, who headed …

CNN's shake-up continues as Jake Tapper is moved to Chris Cuomo's old 9pm primetime slot
2 years, 3 months ago

CNN's shake-up continues as Jake Tapper is moved to Chris Cuomo's old 9pm primetime slot

Daily Mail  

CNN's Jake Tapper has been tapped to take over Chris Cuomo's old 9pm primetime slot - the latest in a series of sweeping changes enacted by the network as it looks to shed its perception of being too liberal. The shuffle comes days after CNN announced a 'reimagined' morning show featuring famously progressive anchor Don Lemon - despite new CEO …

Don Lemon in drunken NYE rant at his 'haters' during live celebration stream
3 years ago

Don Lemon in drunken NYE rant at his 'haters' during live celebration stream

Daily Mail  

CNN host Don Lemon drunkenly ranted about his 'haters' during the network's live New Year's Eve celebration stream. CNN host Don Lemon drunkenly ranted to his 'haters' during the network's live New Year's Eve celebration stream and claimed that people don't like him because he is 'a successful black man' When the clock struck midnight Lemon popped out of a …

Don Lemon Hits Chris Cuomo, CNN For Giving Airtime To Kellyanne Conway
5 years, 9 months ago

Don Lemon Hits Chris Cuomo, CNN For Giving Airtime To Kellyanne Conway

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING CNN hosts Chris Cuomo and Don Lemon usually exchange a few minutes of chummy banter between their shows, but the segment took on a much different tone on Thursday. You can give your opinion, you can give your take, but it is a privilege to come on this network and speak to the American people ― and …

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