Biggest Media Departures And Arrivals Of 2012

The Year In Media Departures And Arrivals

The past year in media saw on-air talent switch networks, new shows launch, publications fold, hosts leave, leadership shake-ups and more.

The most notable departures and arrivals occurred on morning television programs across the broadcast networks. The arguably worst-handled departure was "Today" co-host Ann Curry's teary exit from the NBC morning news program. Her departure sent the cash cow into troubled waters filled with declining ratings, gossip-fueled press reports, and what some considered an image problem.

Over at ABC, co-host Robin Roberts took medical leave after being diagnosed with a rare blood and bone marrow disorder, MDS. And ABC's mid-morning show "Live! With Kelly" found its new co-host in Michael Strahan. While at CBS, former "CBS This Morning" host Erica Hill was replaced with the network's chief White House correspondent Norah O'Donnell. Hill landed at NBC's "Today" show to host the program's weekend edition.

But multiple changes occurred behind the scenes in the cable news industry as well—notably Jeff Zucker's appointment as CNN's new president. However arrivals and departures were not just limited to TV. The Newspaper, magazine, and online industries saw shake-ups as well—most notable being Newsweek publishing its final print edition just before the company moved to an all-digital format.

Take a look at the slideshow below to see the year in media arrivals, departures and shake-ups. These slides are in no particular order.

Ann Curry Leaves "Today"

2012 Arrivals And Departures In Media

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