Listen, folks, this is a story about Megyn Kelly and her potential departure from NBC. According to Page Six, it seems like the talk show host is on the verge of sealing a $30 million deal to exit the network. Let’s dive into the details, because this isn’t just another story—it’s a fascinating twist in her career journey.
Behind the Scenes: The Negotiation Process
Let me break it down for you. A source close to the situation revealed that the deal is taking a little longer than anticipated. “The paperwork is going back and forth,” they said. Another insider chimed in, adding, “Everyone wants this to be over—both Megyn and NBC—and Comcast has the money to pay off Megyn. We thought this would be a done deal a few weeks ago.”
Now, Megyn wasn’t exactly flying high after being removed from her 9 a.m. slot on Today following some controversial comments about blackface. But here’s the kicker: even if the 48-year-old walks away with $30 million (she inked a reported three-year contract for $69 million back in 2017 when she left Fox News), her career isn’t necessarily over.
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Why NBC Decided to Pay Off Megyn
According to Page Six, NBC decided it was better to cut their losses and avoid a potential lawsuit. “NBC, and more importantly Comcast with all its financial muscle, decided to draw a line under the entire debacle and pay Megyn the full amount owed in her contract to go away,” a source explained. However, this doesn’t mean Megyn’s TV career is over. In fact, with the rise of polarizing figures like Donald Trump, broadcasters like her are still in demand. “Megyn would likely take a short break from TV and return to cable news ahead of the 2020 election,” the source added.
Megyn’s Public Apology
Following the backlash from her statements on live television, Megyn used her platform to apologize. “I want to begin with two words: I’m sorry,” she said during one of her shows in late October. She went on to explain, “You may have heard that yesterday we had a conversation about political correctness and Halloween costumes… I defended the idea (of blackface), saying that as long as it was respectful and part of a Halloween costume, that it seemed OK. Well, I was wrong, and I am sorry.”
She elaborated, “I have never been a PC kind of person, but I’ve learned from the backlash that it is not OK for (blackface) to be part of any costume, Halloween or otherwise. This past year has been so painful for many people of color. The country feels so divided, and I have no wish to add to that pain and offense. I believe this is a time for more understanding, more love, more sensitivity and honor, and I want to be part of that. Thank you for listening and for helping me listen too.”
Neither NBC nor Megyn has commented on the latest reports.
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