Fans Demand Answers on Karls Exit from Today

Today show viewers have demanded answers after being left in the dark about the future of host following the fallout from his controversial political podcast.

Stefanovic, 51, who is currently on two weeks' leave in London, has been making headlines this week after publishing an interview with British far-right political figure .

Veteran Nine journalist has stepped into the role alongside co-host Sarah Abo while Stefanovic remains on leave, however Karl's disappearance is yet to be addressed by the network.

As speculation mounted online, many fans turned to Nine's social media pages seeking answers.

'I've loved this show for years and I adore the Sarah/Karl duo. What's going on? Where's Karl?' one viewer asked.

'Is Karl gone or not? I want an official notice. I will go to morning radio and turn the TV off. Nine is weak if you don't let him speak,' another wrote.

'When are we going to find out about Karl?' a third questioned.

'I'll no longer be watching,' protested a fourth. 

Others suggested that Nine should address the elephant in the room rather than ignore it.

'The silence is making everyone speculate,' one viewer commented.

'Just tell us where Karl is. It's not that hard,' added another.

Despite the growing curiosity, Nine made no mention of Stefanovic's absence during Thursday's broadcast.

The Today show host has been at the centre of backlash this week.

Stefanovic is understood to have been told by Nine executives that the network wanted to part ways almost six months before his contract was due to expire - after advertiser concerns.

Karl has spent more than 25 years at the network and has fronted Today for much of the past two decades, .