NBC has confirmed that a deal for Conan O’Brien’s exit from the network has been signed. An “official announcement” will be made with the general details. There will finally be a bit of closure to the Jay Leno/Conan/NBC saga overtaking late night television.
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UPDATE: 9:05 EST – Currently the word is that NBC has given Coco $33 million and his staff $12 million to leave. He can also return to tv after an 8 month hiatus. His last show will feature Tom Hanks and Will Ferrell. Correction, NBC gave Conan $45 million and O’Brien is giving $12 million of that to his staff from the kindness of his heart.
