CNN’s Brian Stelter Recalls the Time He Was ‘Canceled’… By CNN
Charlie Nash Sep 18th, 2025, 11:24 pm
CNN chief media analyst Brian Stelter recalled the time he was canceled by CNN on Thursday while reporting on the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show at ABC.
“In television, hosts and producers love a plot twist. It would be one hell of a plot twist to have Kimmel return, but I think it is an exceptionally unlikely scenario,” said Stelter on CNN’s . “I do think what’s weighing on Kimmel’s mind, among other factors, is his staff. You know, he is married to his executive producer of the show. Many of his other staff members are like family. You know, he has many people that are depending on him, and there may be a part of him that wants the show to be back on ABC’s airways for that