Pat O'Brien Is Leaving The Insider
Pat O'Brien courtesy CBS
Following months of speculation about
Pat O'Brien's future on
The Insider, the show confirmed Thursday that he would not, in fact, be returning.
"Pat O'Brien is a talented broadcaster who has been a part of
The Insider family from the very beginning," a spokesperson for the show said, according to
People. "Although we have decided to part ways, everyone at CBS Television Distribution and
The Insider greatly appreciate and respect all his contributions to our show. We wish Pat much success in his future endeavors."
O'Brien, who took a leave of absence from hosting duties to enter rehab earlier this year, was most recently said to be returning this fall as a correspondent for the show.
Lara Spencer was picked to become the sole host.
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The Insider? Or are you sad to see him go? -
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