Dr. Jennifer Ashton has spoken candidly about her emotions as she prepares to step away from her long-standing position as chief medical correspondent at ABC News. After over a decade of serving as a trusted medical voice for the network—and as a familiar co-host on GMA3—Ashton is now ready to embark on a new journey. She has announced that she will be leaving ABC after 13 remarkable years to fully dedicate her time and energy to Ajenda, her growing women’s wellness brand. In her recent remarks, Ashton reflected on her time with the network with both gratitude and a sense of anticipation, expressing a mix of nostalgia and excitement as she looks ahead to this new chapter focused on empowering women and promoting health on a broader scale. Her departure marks the end of an era for ABC News, while simultaneously opening the door to a bold new venture.
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Dr. Jennifer Ashton said she is departing ABC after 13 years to focus on her women’s wellness companyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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The GMA personality admitted that she is ‘tired’ and is looking forward to sleeping in more after leaving the networkCredit: ABC
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Dr. Jen said she will be focusing her attention on her newsletter, Ajenda, which she launched in MarchCredit: Instagram
During an appearance on Tuesday’s episode of The View, Dr. Jen said she was looking forward to getting a little more sleep in the future.
When asked about how she was feeling about leaving ABC, Dr. Jen joked, “Tired.”
She also noted that she was looking forward to “sleeping past four or five in the morning.”
On a more serious note, the physician said she is “excited about the next stage and really focusing on what I’m board certified in,” which is women’s health and obesity medicine and nutrition.
END OF AN ERA
In April, the morning show announced the fan-favorite TV correspondent’s departure.
“It has been an honor to be at ABC and help cover the biggest health issues in the country and world over the past 13 years,” Dr. Jen said.
“My coworkers have become more than friends; they’ve become family and have seen me through the biggest professional moments of my life.
“I feel fortunate to have worked with the best in the business.”
In the comments of the post, the TV personality added that Ajenda would allow her to “continue her mission with many exciting new avenues.”
Dr. Jen, who is double board-certified in OB-GYN and obesity medicine, released her science-based newsletter, Ajenda, in March.
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The free newsletter features her expertise on women’s health, menopause, and weight loss.
MIXED EMOTIONS
After garnering loyal fans on television over the past 13 years, many were sad to hear of Dr. Jen’s departure from ABC.
“Sooo excited for AJenda and all you do Will miss our morning laughs and daily catchups; will also miss your exceptional wisdom and compassion on the air,” one person commented on the Instagram announcement.
It has been an honor to be at ABC and help cover the biggest health issues in the country and world over the past 13 years.”
Dr. Jennifer AshtonChief medical correspondent for ABC News
“Dr. Jen I am both truly saddened and extremely happy for your new adventure on your life’s journey!” said a second.
“Congratulations! I will miss you. I took your advice during Covid and got my yearly mammogram, and it saved my life,” wrote a third.
“We love you so much and you’ll always be part of our family,” noted another.
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In April, Good Morning America announced Dr. Jen would be stepping down from the network at the end of JuneCredit: ABC
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Dr. Jen said she was ‘fortunate to have worked with the best in the business’ as fans expressed their sadness over her departureCredit: Getty
