Social media platform X made headlines on Wednesday when it announced the cancellation of its partnership with former CNN anchor Don Lemon.
The decision came shortly after Lemon revealed that the platform’s owner, Elon Musk, would be his first guest in an upcoming interview on Monday.
Partnership Announcement and Show Details
In January, X unveiled plans for Lemon to run an exclusive program on the platform, following his departure from CNN in April the previous year after a nearly 17-year tenure.
Dubbed The Don Lemon Show, the program was designed to delve into various subjects, spanning politics, culture, sports, and entertainment, with three 30-minute episodes scheduled weekly.
Musk’s Critique and Lemon’s Response
Following the partnership’s termination, Musk took to X to express his perspective on Lemon’s approach.
He stated, “His approach was basically just ‘CNN, but on social media,’ which doesn’t work.”
Despite the termination of the partnership, Musk extended an invitation to Lemon to continue building viewership on the platform.
X’s Explanation and Stance on Censorship
X’s business account clarified in response that while The Don Lemon Show retains the freedom to share its content on the platform without censorship, the company has chosen not to pursue a formal commercial partnership with the show.
Lemon’s Account of Events
Don Lemon addressed the end of the partnership on X, disclosing that Musk had terminated the collaboration shortly after their interview held on Friday.
Lemon disclosed that the interview covered various topics, ranging from Musk’s space exploration company, SpaceX, to discussions about the presidential election.
Reflections on the Partnership and Future Endeavors
The cancellation marks a significant development in Lemon’s post-CNN career.
As Lemon navigates this change, he may continue exploring alternative avenues to share his insights and engage with audiences on various platforms.
Lemon’s Anticipated Interview With Musk
Lemon’s announcement of Elon Musk as his first guest in an upcoming interview added anticipation to his show’s debut on social media platform X.
The interview, scheduled for Monday, promised to cover various topics, including Musk’s ventures and societal issues.
Lemon’s Continued Presence on Social Media
Despite the setback with X, Lemon remains active on social media platforms, engaging with his audience and sharing his insights on various topics.
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