David Gregory Dumped

[planosteve]

Ousted “Meet the Press” anchor David Gregory was paid $4 million to leave NBC and signed a contract not to speak out against the network, sources told Page Six.

Gregory, 43, who moderated the show for six years, was unceremoniously dumped from the political program on Thursday after dismal ratings and months of speculation about his departure.

He has been replaced by NBC White House correspondent Chuck Todd.

A source said Gregory’s contract extended into next year, so NBC had to pay him for the rest of the term, plus an extra fee to ensure his silence.

In return, he was asked to sign a nondisparagement clause, which explains — despite the drama behind the scenes — his saccharine message on Twitter to announce his departure.
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[Grassman]

I've heard he was let go due to his soft stance against Hamas. The lefties love them some Hamas.

[planosteve]

And I don't see F. Chuck as an exciting replacement. But, nobody watches Sunday morning talk shows anyway.

[grouchy]

And I don't see F. Chuck as an exciting replacement. But, nobody watches Sunday morning talk shows anyway.

I do.