Ana Cabrera’s MS NOW Exit: Fans React to Her Shocking Departure
What To Know
- Ana Cabrera is leaving MS NOW amid major lineup changes at the network.
- She addressed her departure in a social media video.
- Fans flooded social media with comments reacting to the news of her exit after three years as a morning anchor.
On March 18, MS NOW announced a major shift in the network’s daily lineup, and amid the reveal came the announcement that Ana Cabrera will be leaving the network. Cabrera has been working at MS NOW since 2023. She anchors the two-hour 10/9c morning news show.
After news of the shake-up was announced, Cabrera took to social media to share a video message for fans, in which she revealed that it was her decision to leave the network.
“Throughout my career, I’ve always sought the best opportunities to do this work and have the greatest impact while staying true to myself and mission as a journalist,” she said. “My goal has always been to educate and inform and shine light, to hold people at power accountable, people on all sides of the political aisle and non-politicians, as well, to be a government watchdog, to bring you compelling stories from across a broad range of news and to always seek the truth, following the facts wherever they lead. That’s what I’ve always done and what I will continue to do.”
Personal news… pic.twitter.com/tFVhfrRTik
— Ana Cabrera (@AnaCabrera) March 18, 2026
The journalist, who previously worked at CNN for 10 years, told her fans that she is “truly grateful” for “my time at MS NOW, for my wonderful colleagues, my amazing team that worked so hard every day, and for you, the viewers, who put your trust in me to serve you through the most meaningful work. Thank you.”
She did not give an end date for her tenure at MS NOW, but said it’s not happening “immediately” and confirmed she’ll still be at the anchor desk “For a few more months.” Cabrera concluded, “I wanted to give you a heads up and I look forward to sharing more about what’s next for me soon.”
The announcement elicited a strong reaction from viewers. Many wondered whether her reason for departing was personal, or if she had a dispute with the network. “Your statement makes it sound like you are not allowed to exhibit your personal integrity at MS-NOW. I hope I am misunderstanding!” one person commented.
Other fans flooded the replies to Cabrera’s X message letting her know they will miss her on their screens. “Always enjoy watching you on the air. Looking forward to see what’s next for you 👍🏻,” someone tweeted, while another wrote, “Aw, MSNOW is losing a great anchor! You stood out at CNN and MSNOW with credibility and integrity. Keep us posted on your plans so we can tune in!” Someone else said, “I have always appreciated your candor and straight up journalism, I look forward to your next endeavor.”
Another fan posted, “So sorry to lose you on MS Now! You’re the only reason I tune in, in the AM. Best of luck and will follow you to your next venture!” and someone else added, “Wishing you the very best in whatever you decide to do next. Always follow your heart, and it’ll never let you down.”
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Ana was buried by msnow. They never promoted her like they did other anchors. How was she supposed to get ratings? She’s as good an anchor as anyone in the business and one fewer Hispanic on the air. Hope to see her again.
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I stopped watching the 11th hour because I don't care for Stephanie Ruhle. And after retiring I started watching Ana Cabrera, who I originally watch when I lived in Denver years ago. I liked Ana then and I enjoyed her calm voice now.
If MSNOW is trying to fix a ratings slump, well...
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I'm really going to miss Ana. One of the bright spots on morning MS NOW. Don't think I can take 2 hoyrs of Stephanie Ruhle. Not happy with the new lineup at all. Should have kept Ana and let Katy Tur go. I agree she can be snarky and know it all. At least Jonathan is off Morning Joe at 9:00 but I see still he's on at 8:00. I'm about done with MS NOW since Chris will be gone too.
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Whose great idea was this ? Big mistake! Looked forward to Anna every am and set my DVR to make sure I never missed an episode! And now abrasive Stephanie is taking over!! Gotta be kidding me. So long from a long time viewer!
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I still miss Brian Williams.
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I'll miss Ana, a very good journalist and anchor.
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Ana was a good anchor. I do hope no one is catering to Trump who only likes white Europeans. That is not who the United States of America is. We aren't a truly Christian nation until we recognize all of our residents.
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How about exiting the snarky Katy Tur? I think she is secretly a Republican.
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Guess I will no longer need my SlingTV account as this new president ruining MSNOW. IT WAS A NICE RUN!
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Wow do you have THAT wrong. Katy Tur would get a good laugh at being mistaken for a Republican.
She represents my son's generation..
Maybe you don't have anyone close who is a contemporary of Katy's...
She has a wry sense of humor and is not remotely right-leaning.
She was raised by her news helicopter parents in LA and has always been a left-leaning type.
She was Trump's target on the road during his first presidential campaign. He called her 'Little Katy' and he relentlessly taunted and picked on her.
Whatever sets you off about Katy...just know that she is NOT a closet Republican. Not by a LONG shot.
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Ana was back on MSNow this morning and I thought maybe they had changed their mind and she was staying. And then it's time for Katy Tur and she is missing again. Alex is filling in for her. She's out more than she's in on her show. I wonder if they keep track of her absences. I think I'm through with MSNow after all these years, Except for Alecia Mendez getting her own show, there's nothing else worth watching. Hopefully ratings will sink and they can realize what they have done. Why put Stephanie Ruhle on for 2 hours. She's going to keep us informed on the stock market and the business side of everything? What a lousy morning line up.
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I just read where Rebecca Kutler thinks this is going to be a great lineup and really boost the ratings of MS NOW.
Not so sure about that. I, for one, will probably not watch at all. No one left up to the noon hour that interests me now. Alicia Mendez will probably be the only one that will interest me. Joe and Mika leave it up to Willie and Jonathan to run the show because half the time, they are not there. Willie's fine - Jonathan No. Can't handle his mannerisms. >
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Ana was actually an intelligent New :Person without the gnarly faces.
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Your confused - you ment the Un-truthfull "Fox" network and the deceptive "Newsmax" folks. You need to Step away from their toxic "Cool Aid ! "
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I thought of her as a very generic news commentator, maybe that's a good thing? She lacks charisma and personality.
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I'm going to miss Ana Cabrera! She was a good, clear speaker and a beautiful woman! I always enjoyed watching her!
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Stephanie Ruhle may be the most intelligent host. At least in economics. She drills down to pertanent details and doesn't let a guest sow disinformation. I love this about her. Maybe you could learn something.
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I feel like ABigMistake... I stopped 11th hour because, even though I have grown to like Stephanie, she did not deliver the night time show, with that feeling Brian Williams conveyed. She is smart but I liked Brian's delivery better for that hour. I switched to Ana Cabrera too... I thought she was on vacation and looked to find out she was gone..How disappointing.. Hopefully she will come back somewhere... she has a great delivery.. I wish Stephanie well though because, for the right show, she can be great. No one could sum up the day like Brian did though... I hated he left too... as well as when they booted Alex Wagner... I like her delivery as well.
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I watched Ana every day because she is a fantastic journalist. I don’t want “opinion”, I want the truth and facts. I will make my own opinion.
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Ten o'clock in the morning is not a good spot for a good journalist she should be in prime time where she can be appreciated 🤔
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There are weak links on the MS NOW roster. Ana is not one of them. Her departure indicates to me that the network's decision-makers simply don't understand this.
I speculate that there are prevailing "clubby" intramural elements within the news group and perhaps Ana didn't "fit in".
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Already miss Ana. She is a great journalist and I appreciated her candor daily. Can't wait to see what her next chapter will bring to all her fans. Best of luck and very sorry for your departure.
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Liked her...approached her job with honesty and straight forward. Big mistake by MSNOW.
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I'm so sorry to see Ana Cabrera leave msnow. She was one of the bright spots in the change from msnbc. I wish msnow good luck and I hope you can find one helluva replacement for Ms Cabrera - otherwise you'll be losing me as a viewer. Why would you want to replace someone who delivers the news so well? Good luck. to msnow and Ana Cabrera, I wish you the very best in your next step up the ladder. I'm sure you'll find a place where your talents will be valued and respected.
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Of course she is! Her husband is that third-rate anchor for CBX Evening News, Tony Dukoupil.
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Katy Tur is not her husband. I thought we were past judging individuals by spouses or, as in my own case, demanding that, especially women, have a Mrs. in front of their name, or even for men, to be forever connected to a relative. I just don’t think you get Ana back by taking down others in such a personal way. A wry sense of humor, by the way, is not best described as snarky, but, let me see… oh, yes—as a wry sense of humor that makes excellent points. BYW, I totally liked Ana, too. Brian Williams? Wow, he was fired for awhile because of incidents with women. No thanks!
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The entire channel needs to go up in flames
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