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 parent company Warner Bros. Discovery’s human resources department. “This is my time to be me on TV.” Lemon also helped CNN provide breaking news coverage throughout the day, including Floyd’s first memorial service. Nikki Haley isn’t in her prime — sorry — when a woman is considered to be in her prime in her 20s and 30s, maybe 40s.” Co-anchor Harlow interjected, telling Lemon to “wait,” and asked a couple of times, “Prime for what?” The distraction added to the network’s woes, which had been roiled for months by layoffs, cost-cutting and the 2022 ouster of the network’s longtime leader Jeff Zucker, who had long been one of Lemon’s biggest champions at the network.

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

Former CNN anchor Lemon sues Musk over canceled X deal
5 months, 1 week ago

Former CNN anchor Lemon sues Musk over canceled X deal

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON, - Former CNN anchor Lemon sues Musk over canceled X deal Former CNN anchor Don Lemon filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk on Thursday, months after a partnership with the X social media platform was scrapped claiming the X owner unfairly terminated their deal, refused to pay him and used the media personality's name to attract advertisers. "His approach …

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon sues Elon Musk over scrapped deal
5 months, 1 week ago

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon sues Elon Musk over scrapped deal

Al Jazeera  

The US lawsuit claimed that X agreed to pay Lemon at least $1.5m. Former CNN anchor Don Lemon has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk months after a partnership with Musk’s X social media platform was scrapped. In the lawsuit filed Thursday in the United States, Lemon said the X owner unfairly terminated their deal, refused to pay him and …

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 …

Fox News Host Has A Theory About Tucker Carlson And Don Lemon
1 year, 8 months ago

Fox News Host Has A Theory About Tucker Carlson And Don Lemon

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Fox News’ Howard Kurtz on Sunday pointed out a possible positive consequence of the departures of Tucker Carlson from Fox and Don Lemon from CNN. “The big picture raised by the dismissals at Fox and CNN is whether we are entering a new era in which some limits are imposed on what even the most popular hosts …

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 …

Don Lemon is all smiles as he walks the dogs with boyfriend
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon is all smiles as he walks the dogs with boyfriend

Daily Mail  

Harlow and Collins said that they would be 'cheering him on in his future endeavors as they opened CNN's morning show Don Lemon has broken cover and is all smiles less than 24 hours after he was unceremoniously dumped by CNN after 17 years at the broadcaster. Lemon, 57, stepped out with his partner Tim Malone and their three dogs …

Don Lemon was the brightest star at CNN. Then he became the story
1 year, 8 months ago

Don Lemon was the brightest star at CNN. Then he became the story

LA Times  

The host of “CNN Tonight” had a cryptic message for viewers just before he signed off from his May 14, 2021, broadcast. Instead of covering the news, Lemon became the news, engaging in heated on-air clashes with his “CNN This Morning” co-hosts Poppy Harlow and Kaitlan Collins and sparking controversy with inflammatory statements about women’s soccer and GOP presidential candidate …

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 denies workplace misogyny accusations calling them ‘patently false’ and ‘unsubstantiated’
1 year, 9 months ago

Don Lemon denies workplace misogyny accusations calling them ‘patently false’ and ‘unsubstantiated’

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. In a new damning report from Variety, several sources alleged he had disrespected CNN co-hosts …

The Don Lemon scandal is not a scandal
1 year, 10 months ago

The Don Lemon scandal is not a scandal

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On CNN This Morning, Lemon said …

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’s Don Lemon tweets another apology, returns to work
1 year, 10 months ago

CNN’s Don Lemon tweets another apology, returns to work

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — CNN anchor Don Lemon tweeted an apology to viewers for his remarks about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley shortly before returning to work on Wednesday, then stuck to the news. He made no mention of his comments last week that Haley was not in “her prime,” during “CNN This Morning,” instead reporting on stories like President Joe …

Don Lemon to return to CNN, undergo ‘formal training’
1 year, 10 months ago

Don Lemon to return to CNN, undergo ‘formal training’

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — CNN anchor Don Lemon will return to work Wednesday and will receive “formal training” in the aftermath of his on-air comments about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, network CEO Chris Licht said in an email to employees Monday night. Licht added that it was important to him that the network “balances accountability with … fostering a culture …

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 …

Don Lemon 'SCREAMED' at CNN This Morning co-host
1 year, 11 months ago

Don Lemon 'SCREAMED' at CNN This Morning co-host

Daily Mail  

Don Lemon allegedly 'screamed' at his CNN This Morning co-host after he accused her of interrupting him several times while on air. CNN This Morning is a ratings bomb and early last month experienced its least-viewed week since launch, averaging just over 330,000 viewers Don Lemon allegedly screamed at Kaitlan Collins off-air for interrupting him on December 8, sources say …

Don Lemon will move to mornings on CNN to co-anchor new show
2 years, 3 months ago

Don Lemon will move to mornings on CNN to co-anchor new show

LA Times  

CNN announced a revamp of its morning program with Don Lemon shifting out of prime time to become a co-anchor. Lemon will be joined by Poppy Harlow and Kaitlan Collins on the new show that will have a new name — replacing the current “New Day” later this year. “There is no stronger combination of talent than Don, Poppy and …

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 …

CNN's Don Lemon shocks viewers with surprise announcement
3 years, 7 months ago

CNN's Don Lemon shocks viewers with surprise announcement

Salon  

CNN Anchor Don Lemon promised "changes are coming" during an unexpected end-of show monologue Friday evening announcing that his nearly 7-year-run as host of "CNN Tonight" was coming to an end. But the pressure to reveal what "changes" he was referring to was too great over the weekend, and Lemon put out another statement Saturday clarifying what exactly his future …

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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