The iconic broadcast show “E! News” is set to conclude its run this year, marking the end of an era that began in 1991. According to a source familiar with the matter, the cancellation comes after a brief revival following a suspension during the COVID-19 pandemic. The final taping of the show is scheduled for September 25, with employees being informed of the decision on Thursday morning.
“E! News,” known for its celebrity coverage and entertainment reporting, faced interruptions during the pandemic in 2020, which had a significant impact on numerous studio productions. The show made a comeback in 2022 but will now be phased out as part of a broader restructuring within NBCUniversal, the network’s parent company. While the broadcast format is ending, the entertainment network plans to maintain its online presence. Meanwhile, other shows like “Access Hollywood” and “Access Daily” will continue airing.
The announcement that “E! News” would cease broadcasting was made official after initial reports surfaced by Variety and other news outlets earlier in the day. NBCUniversal has yet to provide any comments on the decision. As part of a new corporate strategy, the show will transition alongside several other NBC brands, including MSNBC and CNBC, into a planned Comcast spinoff named Versant. Comcast also revealed its inaugural board of directors for this spinoff, which aims to encompass various networks, such as USA Network, Oxygen, and SYFY.
In response to the news, “E! News” host Keltie Knight shared an emotional video on Instagram, lip-syncing the lyrics, “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger and blonder and hotter,” from Megan Moroney’s song “6 Months Later.” Former host Jason Kennedy reflected on the show’s cancellation, stating, “Very talented humans lost their job in this frustrating and ever-changing business we call television,” and referred to it as the “end of an era.”
Giuliana Rancic, a former anchor of “E! News,” expressed her deep gratitude for the opportunity she had during her 20-year tenure. “I feel so fortunate to have been a part of this pop culture phenomenon that aired in over 100 countries and allowed me to travel around the globe meeting the most amazing and loyal viewers,” she wrote on Instagram, thanking fans for their support over the years.
The culmination of “E! News” signals a significant shift within the television landscape as traditional broadcast formats continue to evolve. As streaming and online content take precedence in the entertainment industry, the legacy of “E! News” will remain as a fond memory for many who tuned in nightly for the latest scoop and celebrity news.
Original Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/25/e-news-to-end-this-year-after-3-decades.html
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Publish Date: 2025-07-25 17:15:00
