Geraldo Rivera Joins NewsNation as Correspondent Months After Shocking Fox News Exit

Veteran journalist returns to television with a new role after dramatic departure from Fox

Geraldo Rivera, the legendary broadcaster with a career spanning over five decades, has officially joined NewsNation as a correspondent-at-large, marking his return to national news after his unexpected departure from Fox News last June.

The 80-year-old journalist will begin his new role immediately, appearing across both daytime and primetime programming.

His first official appearance as a correspondent is set for Wednesday on CUOMO at 8 p.m ET. Rivera’s New Chapter at NewsNation

In a statement, Michael Corn, president of news at NewsNation, praised Rivera’s experience and impact on journalism.

“Geraldo is a legendary journalist whose talent and experience is unrivaled in the industry,” Corn said.

“We look forward to him joining the network and providing our viewers with his one-of-a-kind analysis. “

Rivera, who has made several guest appearances on NewsNation in recent months, now joins the network full-time as it continues to expand its news coverage.

From Fox News to NewsNation: A Career of Highs and Lows

Rivera spent 23 years at Fox News, serving as a senior correspondent and co-host of The Five, where he often played the role of the lone liberal voice among a mostly conservative panel.

His tenure at Fox came to an abrupt and dramatic end last year, when he announced his departure in June.

At the time, Fox News released a statement saying, “We reached an amicable conclusion with Geraldo over the past few weeks and look forward to celebrating him tomorrow on Fox & Friends, which will be his last appearance on the network. ”

However, Rivera later revealed that his exit wasn’t entirely voluntary.

Tension at Fox: Rivera Admits He Was ‘Fired’ from The Five

Initially, Rivera suggested that leaving The Five was his own decision, but later, he set the record straight:

“I was fired from The Five,” Rivera revealed during an appearance on The View in July.

“I had a very toxic relationship with another of the cast members. “

While he did not mention names, Rivera frequently clashed with co-host Greg Gutfeld.

Their heated on-air exchanges became infamous, including one debate where Rivera told Gutfeld to “stop pointing at me” during a disagreement about electric vehicles.

In another, Rivera called Gutfeld “an arrogant punk” during a debate over abortion rights.

The mounting tension led Rivera to quit Fox News entirely.

An Emotional Goodbye to Fox News

Despite the rocky departure, Rivera grew emotional during his final moments on the network.

“I have such affection for the people in this building,” he said on-air.

“I really feel very emotional and deeply moved.

 This celebration is beyond what I expected. “

Following his exit, Rivera celebrated his 80th birthday, stating that he had “a lot to celebrate” despite leaving the network that had been his home for over two decades.

A Storied Career in Journalism

Rivera’s career extends far beyond Fox News.

Before joining the conservative network in 2001, he worked at ABC News, where he was one of the original anchors of Good Morning America and a senior investigative reporter on 20/20.

He also hosted the wildly popular syndicated talk show The Geraldo Rivera Show from 1987 to 1998, further cementing his place as one of America’s most recognized broadcasters.

What’s Next for Rivera?

Now with NewsNation, Rivera enters a new phase of his career, bringing his signature style of reporting to a growing audience.

As he steps back into the spotlight, one thing is clear: Geraldo Rivera isn’t done with journalism just yet.