Contract Talks Fell Apart Last Thursday

Contract Talks Fell Apart Last Thursday

Huffington Post has learned that the decision to end Rosie O'Donnell's contract happened Thursday, April 19. Rosie's agent Nancy Josephson and ABC were unable to agree on a deal to keep her on the air.

Contrary to speculation, the talks had ceased and Rosie's departure was definite before she made controversial statements about Rupert Murdoch, Donald Trump and others at this week's Matrix awards.

Below are photos from the Matrix awards luncheon attended by Barbara Walters, Joy Behar, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, and former View co-host Meredith Vieira.

rosie1.jpgRosie O'Donnell emcees the 2007 Matrix Awards ceremony

rosie2.jpgRosie greets Rupert Murdoch

rosie3.jpgBarbara Walters introduces Arianna as a 2007 Matrix honoree

Photographs from Maryanne Russell Photography

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