CNN broadcaster Chris Wallace has revealed he is leaving the network after three years.

On Monday, the 77-year-old television personality told the Daily Beast he will leave the news channel at the end of the year and explore a career in streaming and podcasting, which are “where the action seems to be happening”.

“This is the first time in 55 years that I’ve moved from job to job,” Wallace said. “I’m actually excited and liberated by this.”

Wallace further acknowledged the success of Joe Rogan and Charlamagne Tha God in the recent presidential election in their respective interviews with Donald Trump And Kamala Harris.

“I don’t flatter myself to think I’ll have that kind of reach,” the “Chris Wallace Show” host added, explaining that he needs to determine whether streaming or podcasting would work best for him.

“Not knowing is part of the challenge. I’m waiting to see what happens on the transom. Maybe this is something I haven’t thought about at all.

Wallace decided to leave the news network at the end of his three-year contract, which was worth seven figures, according to the Daily Beast.

According to the media, CNN wanted to keep the message “Who is talking to Chris Wallace?” » host as the network has struggled with lower ratings.

“I only have positive things to say,” Wallace said. “CNN has been very kind to me.”

CNN CEO Mark Thompson addressed Wallace’s departure in a statement to the Daily Beast, describing the anchor as “one of the most respected political journalists in the news industry.”

“We want to thank him for the dedication and wisdom he brought to all of his work at CNN and wish him the best for the future,” Thompson said.

Wallace began his career in 1973 as a local broadcaster in Chicago.

The Emmy winner’s extensive resume includes “The Today Show,” “PrimeTime Live,” “Meet the Press” and “Fox News Sunday.”

Wallace was employed by Fox News for 18 years before landing at CNN in 2021.

Famous news personality interviewed Trump several times throughout his many years in the conservative media.

In 2020, he also moderated the presidential debate between Trump and President Joe Biden.