We mean that in the most literal sense of the word.
King was up against 12 to 14 hours shifts while the election was still undecided.
Finally, with the election called, it’s time to say adieu to 24/7 King coverage.
The Twitterverse is throwing him a mini goodbye party, and King is partaking in the fiesta.
Reporter Matthew Smith gave King one of the most buzzed-about online toasts yet.
Are you looking at it?
Obviously, the so-called “November 2” pic is years old.
Even King appreciated the irony.
King’s fans are all over the exchange.
“And could you show this on the magic wall yo,“wroteone, appreciative King follower.
Another posted a similar side-by-side comparison ofCNN’s Wolf Blitzer.
“@JohnKingCNN I think you did better than @wolfblitzer but you both kept us sane!
Thank you,” theywrote. "
I’ve been living with you since Tuesday.
I’m in John King withdrawal!
For what it’s worth, King seems to be having some separation anxieties, too.
Trumphas now lostthe election, andCNN’s star news anchor is stilltweetingpictures of his magic wall.
The international Twitterverse has also taken the time to give King a much-deserved thank you.
John will you come to Ireland with Biden when he makes his (inevitable) visit?
!,“askedan Irish journalist, “Irish Twitter salutes you.”
