As has been rumored for months, Charles Barkley will officially host a primetime CNN show alongside Gayle King later this year. TNT NBA analyst Charles Barkley has officially been named co-host of a live, weekly primetime CNN show alongside “CBS This Morning” host Gayle King, it was announced Saturday during TNT’s NBA pregame coverage. Titled “King Charles,” the hour-long show is set to air Wednesday nights starting this fall and continuing into next year. Under new president Chris Licht, CNN has for months pursued Barkley as a potential host for its retooled primetime lineup. A decade ago, it aired a regular primetime series hosted by Rachel Nichols.

Source: CNN April 23, 2023 14:54 UTC