News broke yesterday that after 14 years, Karl Stefanovic would be stepping away role on the Today Show.<\/p>\n
But despite the change, the show ‘must go on’ and existing host Richard Wilkins took the time to farewell his colleague, noting that yes, Karl had some difficult times.<\/p>\n
“Good morning, one and all. Yes, it is true. The headlines on today’s papers aren’t wrong. Karl and the management team here at Channel Nine have agreed that it’s time for him to step down as host of the Today show,” Richard began.<\/em><\/p>\n
“Karl Stefanovic has been a co-host of this great show for 14 years. And I’ve had the honour and pleasure – and pressure sometimes – of working alongside him almost every day over that time. <\/em><\/p>\n
And I can tell you from the heart that there is nobody who has worked harder for this show than Karl. He is a fantastic, intuitive and intelligent journalist. <\/em><\/p>\n
I have always described him as an intoxicating mix of world’s best broadcaster and a naughty schoolboy. It’s no secret that the past year or so have been in many ways difficult times for Karl. But I can say that every morning he’s walked into the studio with energy and passion, bringing ideas to make the show bigger and better. <\/em><\/p>\n
He always strived to deliver the best program he possibly could. Karl says that this is the best show on television and I couldn’t agree more. He’s also said he never thought he’d be good enough to host the Today show for so long. Well mate, you better believe it because you are and you did.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
After 14 years with the show, it's time to say goodbye to Karl. Thank you for waking up with TODAY, we'll miss you! #9Today<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/BusjFC4mwi<\/a><\/p>— The Today Show (@TheTodayShow) December 19, 2018<\/a><\/blockquote> \n