Neil Cavuto declines new contract with Fox
NEW YORK, NEW YORK (Times Media Service) – Neil Cavuto, a prominent figure at Fox News since its inception in 1996, has announced his departure from the network after a distinguished 28-year career. Cavuto, 66, declined a contract renewal offer and hosted his final episode of “Your World with Neil Cavuto” on December 19, 2024.
Throughout his tenure, Cavuto was instrumental in shaping Fox News’s business coverage. He hosted multiple programs, including “Your World with Neil Cavuto,” “Cavuto Live” on Fox News, and “Cavuto: Coast to Coast” on Fox Business Network. His balanced reporting and insightful analysis earned him respect across the industry.
Cavuto’s journalism career began before his time at Fox News. He was a principal anchor and reporter for CNBC, co-anchoring its initial broadcast in 1989 and hosting “Power Lunch.” He also contributed to NBC’s “Today” and reported for PBS’s “Nightly Business Report.”
In his farewell address, Cavuto expressed gratitude to his colleagues and viewers, stating, “I got to do what I love to do—report the news. Not shout the news, not blast the news… Just call balls and strikes.” He also acknowledged his health challenges, including battles with multiple sclerosis, heart surgery, and COVID-19, which he faced while maintaining his broadcasting duties.
Fox News lauded Cavuto’s contributions, describing his career as “a master class in journalism” and noting that his programs “have defined business news and set the standard for the entire industry.”
Cavuto’s departure marks the end of an era for Fox News, leaving behind a legacy of journalistic integrity and dedication. The network has announced that rotating hosts will fill his time slots until a permanent replacement is named in January 2025.
Robert Stine / Lead Writer and Editor (Times Media Service)
rstine@timesmediaservice.com
