Gene Shalit is leaving NBC's "Today" show after 40 years.

"It's enough already," Shalit said in a statement.

The TV personality, known principally for his film reviews and interviews with celebs, announced that he would be pursuing his career in other fields, including publishing, radio, Web ventures and commercials.

Besides "Today," Shalit's career has included posts at Look magazine, where he worked as senior film critic, Ladies Home Journal and NBC Radio.

Shalit joined "Today" in 1970, working as a regular contributor until he replaced Joe Garagiola in 1973.

Shalit's last day will be Thursday, when the show will include a retrospective spanning his lengthy career.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118027202

40 years is a long time to be in the same job! Although the Today show won't be the same without him. I wish Gene Shalit all the best in his future.

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Gene turns 100 years old later this month, March 25...!

GO FOR IT, GENE ! :)