Neil Cavuto, who hosted Your World with Neil Cavuto and Cavuto Live, is leaving Fox News after 28 years.
The 66-year-old broadcaster announced his departure on-air on Thursday, December 19, saying, “I’m leaving Fox. I’ve been planning this day for some time. This just seemed like a good time [to leave].”
“Now, some of you might be thinking, ‘Well, Neil, it’s about time!’” he joked, before acknowledging, “After all, I’ve been doing this for nearly three decades here. You know, there are people working with me now who weren’t even born when I started at Fox — that’s how old I am. But I’m not leaving journalism, I’m just leaving here.”
After announcing the news on-air, the network released a statement praising him for his professionalism and dedication to journalism.
“Neil Cavuto’s illustrious career has been a master class in journalism and we’re extremely proud of his incredible 28-year run with Fox News Media,” the statement read. “His programs have defined business, news and set the standard for the entire industry. We wish him a heartfelt farewell and all the best on his next chapter.”
Read on to learn about his salary, net worth, and more.
Newsweek reported that Cavuto’s salary at Fox was $7 million.
