CNN investigative journalist, Drew Griffin, has died

By Naveen Dec 20, 2022

The stalwart correspondent is still on trial in the final days of his cancer battle.

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Award-winning CNN investigative correspondent Drew Griffin died Saturday after a long battle with cancer.

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"Drew's death is a devastating loss for CNN and our entire profession," CNN CEO Chris Licht said in a note to staff.

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"A highly acclaimed investigative journalist, Drew's work has had tremendous impact.

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And in every way reflects the mission of this organization.” “His work ethic is unmatched,” Licht added.

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"He would spend long hours working on documents and on the phone.

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Even as he battles cancer, he refuses to give up the reporting that is so important to him.

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