Olbermann announces last broadcast on MSNBC

On MSNBC’s Friday “Countdown with Keith Olbermann,” host Keith Olbermann shocked viewers with the announcement that it would be his final broadcast.

It’s unclear if the relationship ended amicably between NBC Universal and Olbermann. However, a statement posted on NBC Universal’s website on Friday night indicated the two parties have ended their contract.

“MSNBC and Keith Olbermann have ended their contract. The last broadcast of ‘Countdown with Keith Olbermann’ will be this evening. MSNBC thanks Keith for his integral role in MSNBC’s success and we wish him well in his future endeavors.”

Olbermann was suspended back in November for giving unauthorized donations to political candidates, but was promptly reinstated.

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Olbermann made his announcement at the end of his broadcast.

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