Karl Stefanovic Breaks His Silence Following Nine Axing | 10 News

Karl Stefanovic and his now former employer have spoken, confirming the presenter will leave the Nine Network immediately following controversy over his latest podcast venture.Hannah Stewart joins us live from the newsroom.Hannah, how has Stefanovic reacted?

Well, and the former Breakfast TV host has said he's now free and truly independent, posting a video to social media this morning, thanking his viewers and touting free speech.His departure from Nine comes after backlash following an episode of his independent podcast interviewing notorious British far -right activist Tommy Robinson.His former co -host, Sarah Arbo, wiped away tears on the Today show this morning as she confirmed he would not be returning.An announcement was also sent to Nine's staff in an email saying that plans for the Today Show would be shared very soon.As for Stefanovic's future, this is what he had to say.

Well, we keep going.Thanks, legends.Honestly, I don't know what I'm going to do, but I'll figure it out.

The announcement marks the end of Stefanovic's 21 -year stint hosting the Today Show and cuts short a multi -million dollar contract and...Thanks, Hannah.