Adrienne Bailon-Houghton bids farewell to E! News to focus on family
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, the beloved actor and host of E! News, announced on Instagram that she is stepping away from the show to prioritize her role as a present mom. In a heartfelt post on Oct. 31, Bailon-Houghton shared her decision to leave the late-night entertainment news program in order to spend more time with her family.
The former Cheetah Girl expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of the E! News family, but ultimately decided that it was time to make a change for the sake of her family life. She highlighted the sacrifices she and her family have made over the past year, traveling between New York and Los Angeles to fulfill her hosting duties.
Bailon-Houghton praised her co-host Justin Sylvester, calling him not just a friend, but family. She expressed her love and appreciation for the E! News crew, noting that she will cherish the remaining time she has with them.
Having worked in the industry since she was 15 years old, Bailon-Houghton shared that her next chapter and purpose is to focus on being a present mom to her son. She expressed excitement for the new season of life ahead and thanked her fans for their support.
Bailon-Houghton and her husband Israel Houghton welcomed their first child through surrogacy last year after facing challenges with infertility. She has been open about her journey to motherhood and the importance of embracing one’s own path.
As Bailon-Houghton bids farewell to E! News, fans can look forward to seeing what the future holds for this talented and dedicated host.