Who Is Replacing Neil Cavuto on Fox News? Updates – Hollywood Life
Neil Cavuto, who hosted Your World with Neil Cavuto and Cavuto Live, left 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].”
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.”
Find out more about why he left, what’s next for the network, and additional details below.
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— Neil Cavuto (@TeamCavuto) December 20, 2024
Why Did Cavuto Leave Fox News?
Cavuto did not specify why he chose to leave Fox. However, he emphasized that he is “forever grateful to [his] bosses” at the network, adding that they even offered him a “very generous opportunity” to stay. According to multiple outlets, Cavuto’s contract is set to expire at the end of 2024.
The veteran journalist also reflected on some of the health challenges he’s faced over the years, which caused him to miss “a day or two here and there battling everything from multiple sclerosis and COVID to countless infections, even open heart surgery.”
Who Is Replacing Cavuto on Fox News?
Will Cain will take over the 4 p.m. time slot on Fox News that was previously held by Neil Cavuto.
The Will Cain Show will debut on Tuesday, Jan. 21st.
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— Real Defender🇺🇸 (@real_defender) January 13, 2025
Will Cain is Neil’s replacement. The new weekday show that was previously hosted by Neil will be called The Will Cain Show, according to The Dallas Morning News. The show will be taped in Dallas, which is where Will lives.
“I’ve been doing this for 14, 15 years. It’s by all means not an overnight success,” Will said, per the publication, referring to his previous jobs at Blaze Media and ESPN. “My currency is authenticity — just being real. I’m not afraid of somebody telling me I’m wrong. I’m not afraid of the debate.”
Where Is Cavuto Working Now?
It’s unclear where Cavuto will be working after his departure, as he did not mention any future plans in his farewell, aside from indicating that he is not leaving journalism. Many viewers are speculating whether he might follow a similar path to his former colleague Chris Wallace, who left Fox after 18 years for a job at CNN — though Wallace himself left CNN after just two years.