Jeff Zucker resigns as CNN president after undisclosed relationship with senior executive

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CNN president Jeff Zucker announced Wednesday he’s resigning from the executive position, writing in a memo that he failed to disclose to the company a romantic relationship with another senior executive at the cable news network.

“Jeff Zucker just announced his resignation to a stunned CNN,” commented “Reliable Sources” host Brian Stelter, confirming the move Wednesday.

“As part of the investigation into Chris Cuomoโ€™s tenure at CNN, I was asked about a consensual relationship with my closest colleague, someone I have worked with for more than 20 years,” Zucker wrote. “I acknowledged the relationship evolved in recent years. I was required to disclose it when it began but I didnโ€™t. I was wrong.”

“As a result, I am resigning today,” the CNN boss wrote to colleagues.

In the explosive letter, Zucker was referring to CNN’s executive vice president and chief marketing officer Allison Gollust, one of the highest-ranking leaders at the network, who has close involvement in major business and communications decisions, according to The New York Times.

Gollust said in a statement Wednesday that she was remaining in her role at CNN, according to The New York Times. Zucker and Gollust are both divorced.

“Jeff and I have been close friends and professional partners for over 20 years,โ€ Gollust wrote, per The Times. “Recently, our relationship changed during Covid. I regret that we didnโ€™t disclose it at the right time. Iโ€™m incredibly proud of my time at CNN and look forward to continuing the great work we do everyday.”

By Mia Cathell

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Jeff Zucker announced his resignation to a stunned CNN. Below is the full communication from Jeff Zucker to CNN.

As part of the investigation into Chris Cuomoโ€™s tenure at CNN, I was asked about a consensual relationship with my closest colleague, someone I have worked with for more than 20 years. I acknowledged the relationship evolved in recent years. I was required to disclose it when it began but I didnโ€™t. I was wrong.

As a result, I am resigning today.

I came to CNN on January 28, 2013. Together, we had nine great years. I certainly wish my tenure here had ended differently. But it was an amazing run. And I loved every minute.

I am grateful to the thousands of incredibly talented CNN and Turner Sports employees who helped make this such a joy for me, and such a success for all of us.

I wish each of you nothing but the best in the years ahead.

With gratitude and much love.

Jeff

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