Neil Cavuto is leaving Fox News after 28 years

On December 20, 2024By Littum

Neil Cavuto is leaving its longtime home on Fox after nearly three decades.

Fox News praised Cavuto’s workthat has been with the cable network since it launched in 1996, in a statement provided to USA TODAY on Thursday.

“Neil Cavuto’s illustrious career has been a masterclass in journalism, and we are extremely proud of his incredible 28-year run with FOX News Media. His programs have defined business news and set the standard for the entire industry. We wish him a fond farewell and all that best with his next chapter.”

Cavuto’s contract is up at the end of 2024, according to a source familiar with the situation but not authorized to speak publicly to USA TODAY, who cited an “evolving” news outlet that has led to pay cuts across the industry . The anchor, who typically covers business topics, was offered the opportunity to stay but turned it down.

The source said Thursday that Fox will announce a new lineup in 2025, and Cavuto’s shows will be anchored by a rotating roster of guest hosts until next year.

Cavuto currently anchors “Your World” weekdays at 4 p.m. ET on Fox News Channel and “Cavuto Coast to Coast” weekdays at 12pm ET on Fox Business Network. On Saturdays, he hosts “Cavuto Live” at 10 A.M.

Before joining Fox News in August 1996, Cavuto worked as the anchor and host of the network’s highest-rated show, “Market Wrap,” according to Fox. He hosted over three hours of live programming on NBC’s business bent channel.

Cavuto’s exit marks a number of notable shifts this year across the television landscape. In late September, Hoda told Kotb that she was leaving “Today,” describing the decision as the “hardest thing in the world.” She said turning 60 over the summer was a “monumental” moment that got her thinking about the decade ahead.

Fox News has also had its share of departures with President-elect Donald Trump nominating several former network personalities to key posts in his incoming cabinet. Controversial Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth is a former “Fox & Friends” co-host, while Transportation Secretary nominee Sean Duffy and future “border czar” Tom Homan are also former Fox personalities.

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Janette Nesheiwat is Trump’s pick to serve as the next US Surgeon General.

Cast: Brendan Morrow