Anderson Cooper steps down from '60 Minutes'
It's the latest shake-up at CBS News under new editor-in-chief Bari Weiss.
www.pride.comHere’s the latest on Anderson Cooper and his departure from 60 Minutes:
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Anderson Cooper has announced he will leave CBS News’ 60 Minutes after its current season ends, with plans to focus more on his CNN program and time with his family. This news was reported by multiple outlets on February 16, 2026, and subsequent coverage confirmed the decision and timing.[5][7]
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The departure is part of broader leadership changes at CBS News under editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, who has been overseeing a number of organizational shifts at the network.[6][5]
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Cooper’s final episodes on 60 Minutes are expected to air through the end of the current season, with on-air commitments continuing until the season concludes, after which he will transition away from the program.[1][3][5]
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Citations:
- Cooper’s departure confirmed and timing reported by Yahoo News.[1]
- TheWrap reporting on Cooper leaving 60 Minutes.[2]
- iHeart coverage confirming departure and contract details.[3]
- Reuters coverage of the broader CBS News shake-up and departure context.[5]
- New York Times profile confirming his reason for leaving (family, focus on CNN).[7]