CBS news anchor abruptly QUITS industry, much to the surprise of viewers.
CBS news anchor abruptly QUITS industry and admits she ‘can’t function’ and ‘feels like a zombie’
JORDAN Dafnis Ryan has announced that she’s quit the television news industry, much to the surprise of viewers.
The star took to her Instagram account to let her fans know in a video explaining the decision.
Jordan Dafnis Ryan has stepped away from the TV industryCredit: Instagram / jordanokc
Jordan has worked in the news industry for yearsCredit: News 9 OKC
Speaking candidly to her phone camera from the car, Jordan said: “I’ve literally just left the TV station and I know I posted about my last day reporting today – today was my last day anchoring – and we made the announcement on TV so I feel comfortable being transparent with you.
“You guys know this has been my dream since I was little. […] Every day just sharing stories has been such a blessing […] but when you have kids things change and its been apparent over the last year that I cannot function and be the best mom that I can be with the schedule you have to have.
“[…] God has changed my heart and shown me that I am so much more than just whatever my career is and my identity is through him, so that is a peace that I have.”
Jordan finished off her video by sharing that she’s “very excited for the next chapter” career wise and to be “present” with her kids.
Jordan explained how even those around her knew she had been strugglingCredit: Instagram / jordanokc
She’s looking forward to spending more time with her family and figuring out her next career moveCredit: Instagram / jordanokc
She noted: “I’ve just felt like a zombie a lot of the time and I know that doesn’t really show… I hope that doesn’t show on TV and I don’t think it shows on social media either. But the people closest to me know how much of a struggle its been.”
Fans of Jordan sent their well wishes in the post’s comments section, with one user saying: “a legend!!! so proud of you!!”
A second shared: “You will shine in anything you do, Jordan!! Rooting for you on and off air, always.”
A third added: “Very few people know the grind of a morning news schedule, and you always brought great energy! You bring that same grind and energy to the next venture and you’ll be great!!”
Jordan first joined CBS news in 2021, becoming a morning reporter in Oklahoma City.
She shares two children with her partner, Hunter.
