Jon Snow (Ian West/PA)
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An acclaimed and celebrated broadcaster whose journalism career began almost 50 years ago, Jon Snow will step down as presenter of Channel 4 News at the end of 2021.
Famed for his love of eye-catching socks and silk ties, he has been a staple of the channel’s news programme for 32 years.
Snow, 73, began his career in journalism for Independent Radio News, LBC in 1973.
Jon Snow is to step down from Channel 4 News at the end of the year.
The broadcaster and journalist is the longest-serving presenter in the programme’s history, having spent 32 years at the helm.
The 73-year-old will continue to work at Channel 4 and “will front longer-form projects… and represent the channel in other matters”, according to a statement from the broadcaster.
(Ian West/PA)
Snow said: “After three incredible decades on Channel 4 News, it is time to move on.
“I am excited by the many things I want to accomplish but I have to say I have enjoyed every minute of my time with the programme.
Updated 7 hours ago After three incredible decades on Channel 4 News, it is time to move on. PA Media
Jon Snow has announced that he is stepping down as an anchor at Channel 4 News at the end of the year.
The broadcaster and journalist is the longest-serving presenter in the programme’s history, having spent 32 years at the helm.
The 73-year-old will continue to work at Channel 4 and “will front longer-form projects… and represent the channel in other matters”, according to a statement from the broadcaster.
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Jon Snow pictured in 2012
He said: “After three incredible decades on Channel 4 News, it is time to move on.
Molly Rose Pike
Updated: Apr 29 2021, 11:59 ET
JON Snow is one of the most recognisable faces on British telly thanks to his work as a Channel 4 newsreader.
But what s his background and why has he called time on his 32-year tenure as a news anchor at Channel 4? Here s everything you need to know.
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Who is Jon Snow and what s his background?
Jon Snow, 71, is a veteran news broadcaster who has worked as the main anchorman on Channel 4 News since 1989 and previously worked various journalism jobs for ITN.
He has frequently courted controversy and been chastised for his alleged left wing bias during his career.
Jon Snow leaving Channel 4 News after 32 years as presenter
73-year-old will continue to work at the station and will front longer-form projects
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Jon Snow is to step down from Channel 4 News at the end of the year.
The broadcaster and journalist is the longest-serving presenter in the programme’s history, having spent 32 years at the helm.