British television host Piers Morgan took to Twitter Tuesday morning to announce that he has officially parted ways with CNN.
BREAKING NEWS: I am no longer a @CNN employee.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) September 2, 2014
I was offered a new 2-year deal by @CNN boss Jeff Zucker to host 40 big interview ‘specials’.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) September 2, 2014
But after considerable thought, I decided not to accept it – and to try pastures new.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) September 2, 2014
I had a fantastic time in my 4 years @CNN and have huge respect for Jeff & all the people who work there. Great company, great network.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) September 2, 2014
Back in January 2011, the former America’s Got Talent judge took over the Larry King Live timeslot with his talk show, Piers Morgan Live. The show was canceled earlier this year due to low ratings.
Even though his show was removed from CNN’s lineup, Morgan still had a contract with the network until today.
Morgan, who frequently expressed his support for stricter gun laws on his show, also tweeted a message to the National Rifle Association after making the announcement:
I wouldn’t crack the champagne open too quickly though, @NRA – I haven’t finished with you lot yet.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) September 2, 2014
