A statement from Zucker reads as follows:
As part of the investigation into Chris Cuomo’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 didn’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.
Cuomo was fired after it was found he helped hide is brother’s alleged sexual misconduct.
What People Are Saying: “Jeff and I have been close friends and professional partners for over 20 years. Recently, our relationship changed during [the pandemic]. I regret that we didn’t disclose it at the right time,” Allison Gollust says in a statement.
