In a stunning broadside that has sent shockwaves through the media world, Piers Morgan has launched a scathing attack on fellow broadcaster Don Lemon following his abrupt and unceremonious sacking from CNN.
The outspoken British presenter, no stranger to controversial exits himself, did not hold back in his assessment, branding Lemon's departure 'pathetic' and a direct result of the American anchor's 'repellent' and 'repugnant' behaviour.
A Mirror of Controversy: Morgan's Own GMB Exit
The fiery critique draws direct parallels to Morgan's own explosive departure from ITV's Good Morning Britain in 2021. Morgan walked off set and ultimately left the show after a heated on-air clash with colleague Alex Beresford over his comments on Meghan Markle.
Morgan pointed to this incident as a point of stark contrast. 'I was fired for disbelieving Meghan Markle,' he stated, positioning his exit on a point of journalistic principle, while heavily implying Lemon's was a consequence of poor conduct.
The Unravelling of Don Lemon at CNN
Lemon's downfall was a slow burn, culminating in a series of damaging incidents. His tenure at the network became increasingly fraught after a series of on-air missteps and allegations of misogynistic behaviour behind the scenes.
The final nail in the coffin was a contentious morning show segment where Lemon claimed Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley 'isn't in her prime', a remark widely condemned as sexist and ageist. This gaffe, combined with prior complaints, led CNN's new leadership to swiftly terminate his contract, stating Lemon had been 'offered an opportunity to meet with management but instead released a statement on Twitter'.
Morgan's Verdict: No Sympathy from a Fellow Outcast
Rather than offering solidarity, Morgan used the moment to deliver a masterclass in media schadenfreude. He publicly denounced any comparison between their situations, asserting that his own firing was for 'having a principled opinion', while Lemon's was for 'being an arrogant, mewling, self-obsessed, reprehensible idiot'.
This very public flogging highlights the cut-throat nature of broadcast journalism, where ratings, conduct, and the court of public opinion can swiftly end even the most established careers. The saga serves as a stark reminder that in today's media landscape, no anchor, regardless of their stature, is truly safe.
