Anderson Cooperwill leave his role as a correspondent on CBS's news programme60 Minutes, ending a tenure that spanned nearly two decades.
Cooper confirmed he would not renew his contract, citing the demands of balancing multiple broadcasting roles alongside family commitments. The journalist, who has appeared on60 Minutessince 2006, said he intends to focus on his responsibilities at CNN while prioritising time with his two young sons.
His departure comes during a period of wider restructuring at CBS News, which has undergone leadership and programming adjustments following recent corporate and editorial changes. CBS has stated that Cooper isexpected to remainwith the programme through the current season, which concludes in May, and that future collaborations remain possible.
Cooper, 58, said the demands of maintaining roles across multiple programmes influenced his decision. Inpublic statements, he referenced the challenges of sustaining dual broadcasting responsibilities while managing family life.
Reflecting on his time at60 Minutes, Cooper described the programme as a significant chapter in his career. His final report for the broadcast, a segment featuring filmmaker Ken Burns, recently aired.
Born in New York City, Cooper began his journalism career at ABC News before joining CNN in 2001. Over the past two decades, he has become one of the network's most recognisable figures, covering major global events, political developments and humanitarian crises, according toThe Washington Post.
He will continue his work at CNN, where he has anchoredAnderson Cooper 360°since 2003. Cooper also remains a central figure in CNN's special event programming, including its annualNew Year's Eve Livebroadcast.
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Cooper's departure comes amid continuingcorporate changesat CBS News following the appointment of Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief.
Reporting byNPRindicated that Weiss outlined plans to reshape the division's editorial and programming strategy, including proposals to recruit paid commentators while reducing newsroom staffing levels. The reported adjustments prompted internal dissent, particularly among journalists associated with flagship broadcasts including60 Minutes.
Source: International Business Times UK
