Jerry Springer hosted his infamous talk show from 1991 to 2018, transitioning to “Judge Jerry” later. Sally Jesse Raphael hosted her own show until 2002, expressing dissatisfaction with its direction. Montel Williams, the first black man to host his own nationally broadcast TV show, ended his show in 2008. Robin Meade’s stint as host of “Morning Express” on HLN came to an end in December 2022 due to CNN’s cost-cutting measures.
Ricky Lake briefly revived her talk show in 2012 but it was short-lived. Geraldo Rivera faced controversy in his career, notably being sent home from Iraq in 2003. Conan O’Brien, known for his talk show and podcast, sold his media company for $150 million in May 2022.